Chaparral Golf Club

Overview: Often referred to as the "Picasso of Golf," legendary Spanish architect Pepe Gancedo created a truly singular experience at Chaparral Golf Club. Located in the heart of Mijas Costa, this "Parkland Forest" course is famous for its unique and symmetrical routing, featuring a rare configuration of exactly six par 3s, six par 4s, and six par 5s. The layout meanders through a dense Mediterranean forest of Canary pines, utilizing the natural undulations of the terrain to create a technical challenge that prizes accuracy over power. Players must navigate significant elevation changes and strategically placed hazards while enjoying panoramic vistas of the Mediterranean Sea, making it one of the most visually and strategically distinct courses on the Costa del Sol.

Did You Know? Chaparral is the only course in the region to offer this perfectly balanced 6-6-6 par distribution, a design choice that ensures a varied and rhythmic pace of play throughout the round. After a complete restoration in 2006, the club has established itself as a premier destination for those seeking a course that rewards "chess-like" strategy, where every hole presents a unique geometric puzzle set against a lush, forested backdrop.