Established in 1998, the Encinitas Ranch Golf Course was was designed by Cary Bickler and is owned by the…More Encinitas Ranch Golf Authority. The course is approximately twenty-five miles north of San Diego and one mile east of Interstate 5. Its 18 holes are carved from former poinsettia flower fields and sits on bluffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The JC Resorts Golf School is located at the course and offers a variety of half day, full day and two or three day golf classes to men, women, juniors, beginners and advanced players. Individual lessons are also available from its staff of PGA and LPGA instructors. The Pro Shop is fully stocked with clubs and apparel from several top name golf manufacturers such as Titleist, Taylor Made, Callaway and Ashworth.</p> <p>The Ranch Café offers a variety of food and beverage options. The indoor seating area accommodates up to 100 guests with an additional outside patio accommodating up to 60 guests.</p> <p>There is an on-site Tournament/Group Director that can assist groups with any tournament and group needs ranging from pairings, on-course contests, scoring,and prizes.</p> <p>Encinitas Ranch is managed by JC Golf, a Southern California golf management company. Customers can purchase a JC Player membership for as little as $259 for an annual membership and take advantage of free golf, merchandise discounts and complimentary range balls. Group classes and kid's classes are also available. </p>