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50+ Years
experience
Historic Championship Golf in Daly City
Lake Merced Golf Club stands as a historic golf destination in Daly City, California, offering a championship course meticulously restored to reflect Alister MacKenzie's original vision. Founded in 1922, our club combines rich heritage with modern enhancements, featuring 18 holes of challenging play, a vibrant member community, and world-class amenities. Through renovations led by Gil Hanse, we've preserved signature design elements like dramatic bunkering, natural topography, and strategic green complexes while improving playability and sustainability.Our commitment to excellence extends to personalized service, private event hosting, and fostering an inclusive atmosphere for golf enthusiasts. With a legacy of hosting prestigious tournaments and maintaining Northern California's premier golf experience, we continue to honor tradition while embracing innovation.
Services
Championship Golf
Private Events
Membership Programs
Dining Services
Golf Instruction
Details
- Year established: 1922
Highlights and features
- We offer a Gil Hanse-restored Alister MacKenzie golf course with historic design integrity
- Our championship layout has hosted LPGA events and USGA championships since 1922
- We provide exclusive private event venues with scenic golf course backdrops
- Our dedicated caddie program enhances the traditional golf experience
- We maintain Northern California's premier golf course with sustainable practices
What people say
Beautifully restored course
Championship caliber play
Scenic Daly City views
Historic significance preserved
Excellent caddie service
Services
Championship Golf
Our 18-hole championship course challenges players of all skill levels with strategic bunkering, undulating greens, and natural topography. Originally designed by Alister MacKenzie and recently restored by Gil Hanse, the layout combines historic design principles with modern playability enhancements. The course has hosted LPGA events and USGA championships since its founding in 1922.
Private Events
The club offers elegant venues for weddings, corporate events, and special celebrations with golf course backdrops. Our event spaces accommodate groups of various sizes with customized catering and planning services. The historic clubhouse and scenic outdoor settings provide memorable environments for both formal and casual occasions.
Membership Programs
Exclusive membership opportunities include full golf privileges, dining access, and event participation. Members enjoy priority course access, reciprocal benefits with other clubs, and participation in the club's governance. The community-focused atmosphere fosters camaraderie among golf enthusiasts.
Golf Instruction
Professional instruction programs cater to players seeking skill development through private lessons and group clinics. Our teaching professionals utilize the course's practice facilities and short-game areas to improve players' techniques. The program accommodates all skill levels from beginners to advanced golfers.
Dining Services
The club provides dining options including casual fare at The Turn and formal dining in the Cypress Bar. Executive Chef Yutaro Tachibe oversees menus featuring seasonal ingredients with both traditional and contemporary offerings. Members and guests enjoy meals in settings overlooking the golf course.
People
Nick Bailey
General Manager
Nick Bailey oversees daily operations at Lake Merced Golf Club, bringing extensive hospitality management experience to ensure exceptional member and guest experiences while maintaining the club's historic traditions.
Pat Steffes
Head Golf Professional
Pat Steffes leads golf operations with decades of experience teaching and tournament organizing, providing expert instruction and maintaining course standards that have earned recognition from professional golf associations.
Yutaro Tachibe
Executive Chef
Executive Chef Yutaro Tachibe directs culinary operations, creating seasonal menus that blend traditional club fare with modern gastronomy while managing both casual and formal dining experiences for members and guests.
Brian Paul
Membership Director
Brian Paul manages membership relations and recruitment, leveraging his golf industry expertise to maintain the club's prestigious membership standards while fostering community engagement and growth.
Matt Dachowski
Superintendent
Matt Dachowski supervises course maintenance and turf management, ensuring optimal playing conditions through sustainable practices that preserve the historic design while meeting modern golf course standards.
Questions
How can I visit Lake Merced Golf Club as a guest?
Guests must be accompanied by members or book through our official website. Unaccompanied guests require prior approval and may need caddies for their rounds.
What is the club's dress code policy?
Collared shirts and appropriate golf attire are required. Denim, tank tops, and graphic hoodies aren't permitted. Specific guidelines apply for both men's and women's attire.
Does the club host private events?
Yes, we offer multiple venues for weddings, corporate events, and special occasions with customized catering and planning services available for members and approved guests.
What makes the course historically significant?
Designed by Alister MacKenzie in 1929 and restored by Gil Hanse, the course has hosted USGA events since 1925 and LPGA tournaments since 2016, maintaining historic design elements.
Are caddies available for regular play?
Caddies are required for unaccompanied guests and available for other groups with advance booking at $150 per bag, including gratuity paid directly to the caddie.
