Mossel Bay · South Africa · Western Cape
Pinnacle Point Estate
Pinnacle Point Golf Course
Pinnacle Point Golf Course holds a significant place in Western Cape golf. It is a spectacular course perched on cliffs overlooking the Indian Ocean. Located in Mossel Bay, in the Western Cape region, this course is set on a cliff plateau exposed to winds and panoramic sea views. It should be presented not merely as a destination, but as a golfing experience unique to South Africa, with its own history, architectural choices, relationship with the landscape, and the decisions it imposes on the player. The Round selects Pinnacle Point Golf Course for its architectural, historical, or territorial value within the World Golf Atlas.
clifftop · 18 holes · Par 72 · 6,460 m · 2006
ArchitectPeter Matkovich; Darren Clarke
At a glance
Pinnacle Point Golf Course holds a significant place in Western Cape golf. It is a spectacular course perched on cliffs overlooking the Indian Ocean. Located in Mossel Bay, in the Western Cape region, this course is set on a cliff plateau exposed to winds and panoramic sea views. It should be presented not merely as a destination, but as a golfing experience unique to South Africa, with its own history, architectural choices, relationship with the landscape, and the decisions it imposes on the player. The Round selects Pinnacle Point Golf Course for its architectural, historical, or territorial value within the World Golf Atlas.
Geography & setting
Pinnacle Point Golf Course is located in Mossel Bay, in the Western Cape region of South Africa. The course unfolds on a cliff plateau exposed to winds and maritime views. This geographical overview should be complemented by details on the exact nature of the soil, altitude, predominant exposure, winds, vegetation, visible landscapes, and the influence of seasons on playing conditions.
History
Opened in November 2006, Pinnacle Point was principally designed by Peter Matkovich, with Darren Clarke involved in the launch and concept.
Architecture
Clifftop carries, exposed greens, rolling fairways and Indian Ocean views follow the natural coastline.
The course in detail
The course features 18 holes, with a par of 72, and measures approximately 6460 meters from the championship tees. The course utilizes its clifftop environment to dictate angles, hazards, and approaches to the greens.
Practical information
- Official website
- pinnaclepointestate.co.za/golf/