Buddies trips are more than just golf; they’re an opportunity to reconnect with friends and family, and create stories that will be shared for years. Traveling golfers carry a cache of lifelong memories from idyllic American golf trip destinations: Myrtle Beach, Sand Valley, Bandon Dunes. Or maybe the trio of gems in North Carolina: Mid Pines, Pines Needles and Pinehurst Resort. Undoubtedly, Rams Hill is yet another destination to add to that list.
Why Rams Hill is Perfect for Best Buddies Golf Trips
At Rams Hill, we offer an exceptional golf destination for your next buddies golf trip, providing not just top-notch golf but also a perfect setting to unwind and make a memory.
Designed by the legendary Tom Fazio, Rams Hill presents 18 holes of championship golf, set in the serene Anza-Borrego Desert. Furthermore, Rams Hill is one of only three golf courses in Southern California that has been ranked in the 100 Greatest Public Golf Courses in America by Golf Digest (alongside other best buddies golf trip destinations Torrey Pines South and PGA West Stadium).
Those that venture to Borrego do so often in search of a connection with nature and its vastness. Rams Hill’s unfolding layout shares this mystique, as long desert views surround you on nearly every hole.


The Ultimate Golf Experience
Rams Hill opens with a challenging uphill par 4, with a looming bunker on the right-hand side of the landing area. However, after conquering the formidable first, you are met with a gentle handshake on the par 5 second – a great birdie opportunity. On hole 5, the awe-inspiring beauty of the Borrego landscape begins to take hold. Perhaps the best photo opportunity on the golf course is above the 5th green, looking back over the putting surface and across the water into the desert abyss – truly astounding and a view you might not find at another public course in SoCal.
As a signature bit of flair, and unique to courses in the area, you’ll encounter back-to-back par threes as you make the turn on 9 and 10 (enjoy complimentary tacos at the Ram Shack after 9!)
Hole 11 is another signature offering from Fazio, a downhill par 5 that again draws the eyes to the vast desertscape. The final one-two punch of the drivable par 4 17th and iconic par 5 18th rounds out the exceptional Rams Hill golf experience.

Accommodation Options for a Comfortable Stay
Like any best buddy golf trip, the after-golf accommodations are key. Rams Hill offers Stay & Play options for groups of all sizes, from individual Resort rooms to beautiful and spacious Golf Houses that can accommodate 8 or more guests. The most noteworthy is the iconic House on the Hill – complete with a ping pong table, multiple TV viewing areas, and a Uneekor golf simulator room, rivaling any golf resort experience.


Dining and Entertainment: After the Round
Need to settle the score in the 19th hole? The Rams Hill Restaurant offers stellar panoramic views on the wraparound patio. Multiple televisions in the bar make for the perfect place to catch a game and keep the camaraderie flowing.
Beer enthusiasts may treat themselves to Rams Hill’s signature Golden Ale and Dark Sky Scottish Ale, brewed by the golf-themed Dogleg Brewing Company in Vista, CA – available at the Ram Shack or on tap at the Clubhouse.
Planning the Perfect Itinerary
Day 1 – Enjoy an afternoon round of golf, followed by a sunset dinner on the patio. Pro tip: ask your Stay and Play representative about a custom Glow Ball short course set-up on the driving range – a surefire way to inject some after-hours competition into your itinerary.
Day 2 – make it a 36 hole day! By booking a Rams Hill Stay and Play Package, our team ensures that your ideal tee times are booked in advance of the general public, allowing for that perfect combination of morning golf, time for lunch, and running it back in the afternoon! Dinner reservations at Rams Hill can also be secured at the time of booking.
Day 3 –Tee it up one final time in the morning, square up the bets, and top off the day with a famous apple-caramel cookie for the road. Be sure to browse the Golf Shop for some take-home gear, or check out the Rams Hill Online Store for a full selection of Rams Hill goods that will be shipped directly to your door!
Additional Activities for a Well-Rounded Trip
We recommend all guests carve out time to explore the beauty and wonder that is Borrego Springs. A drive through town will take you by the Galleta Meadows, a series of larger-than-life sculptures that dot the desert landscape from renowned artist Ricardo Breceda.
Surrounded by the Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, trails and visitor centers make for great to-do’s for those in search of a bit of exploration. Finally, should your ascent out of Borrego take you up the Montezuma Highway, be sure to pull off at one of the lookout points. The photo opportunity there is an incredible one! A breathtaking end to an already great trip.
How to Book Your Best Buddies Golf Trip to Rams Hill
The best way to book your buddies golf trip is to visit ramshill.com/stay to peruse our options and offerings at varying price points. A Rams Hill Stay and Play is the best way to secure discounted golf rates, and the only way to book golf more than 30 days in advance of arrival, providing ample time to plan that perfect getaway. Golfers may also dial 760-767-3500, or email stay@ramshill.com for more information.