Quivira Golf Club’s Most Breathtaking Holes

While beauty is subjective, certain golf courses make a strong case for being undeniably stunning—and Quivira Golf Club in Los Cabos is one of them. Designed by Jack Nicklaus, this coastal masterpiece features a layout that balances rhythm with variety, and boasts several unforgettable holes perched above the Pacific. These aren’t just photogenic—they’re challenging, especially when the sea breeze kicks up.

At Quivira, the drama of the landscape rivals the strategy of the game. Both nines flirt with towering cliffs and ocean vistas, creating an atmosphere that’s part Hollywood, part golfing heaven.

Here’s a closer look at some of Quivira’s most scenic and memorable holes (yardages from the back tees).

Hole 6 — Par 4 — 310 Yards
This visually stunning short par 4 sits nearly 275 feet above sea level, nestled beneath a massive sand dune. The fairway slopes dramatically left toward a cliff edge before plunging to a green that seems to float above the ocean, anchored by a rock wall. A deep bunker guards the green’s left side. 

“It’s an exciting little hole,” said Nicklaus. “Lay up and play it safe, or go for the green—it’s unlike anything you’d build unless you’re on the coast.” 

Hole 7 — Par 3 — 180 Yards
Set within a sand valley flanked by soaring dunes, this par 3 commands attention from its clifftop perch 200 feet above a rugged shoreline. With prevailing winds often in play, players must land their shot on a slim, two-tiered green guarded by a cavernous bunker and steep drop-offs. A slope to the right offers some forgiveness, feeding shots gently toward the target—a signature Nicklaus design feature for those avoiding high-risk plays.

Hole 13 — Par 5 — 635 Yards
Quivira’s longest hole is also one of its most distinctive. A downhill, Z-shaped par 5, it starts high atop a dune and twists its way through a narrow fairway bordered by sand and dense vegetation. Reaching the bunker-free green in regulation is rarely an option—it’s a strategic three-shot hole.
Fun fact: scenes from the movie Troy were filmed on the remote beach just below this hole, adding cinematic flair to its legendary difficulty.

Hole 14 — Par 3 — 148 Yards
Following the course’s mightiest par 5 is its smallest test—a compact, cliff-hanging par 3 that dares players to take on an all-or-nothing approach. The green is set atop a sheer granite outcrop more than 100 feet above sea level, with limited bailout space on the left. From the forward tees, a wedge or 9-iron may suffice, but accuracy is critical. The slick green and surrounding slopes reward precision while punishing anything less.

Final Thoughts
Quivira is more than a round of golf—it’s a visual and emotional experience. Every hole tells a story, but these four rise above the rest (literally and figuratively) as awe-inspiring examples of how nature and design can come together to create something extraordinary.