THE VINEYARD AT ESCONDIDO

The rolling hills of North County San Diego provide an unexpectedly muscular test, with elevation changes that make club selection a constant puzzle and greens that break harder than they appear from the fairway. What sets this layout apart is how the routing takes full advantage of the natural terrain—you'll find yourself hitting everything from wedges to drivers on par-3s depending on wind and pin position. The closing holes along the ridge offer commanding views of the valley below, but don't let the scenery distract you from some of the trickiest approach shots you'll face all day.