Carlsbad: The Perfect Place for Golf – to a Tee!

Carlsbad is known as the golf equipment capital of the world, and for good reason. Many renowned golf equipment manufacturers have established their headquarters right here in Carlsbad and continue to drive home incredible success in the field of golf technology and innovation.

Companies like Callaway, TaylorMade, Titleist, Cobra, Vessel Golf, Aldila Golf, Full Swing Golf, Honma and Iliac Golf, to name a few, have planted themselves in Carlsbad, making the city a one-stop shop for well-made equipment, pristine golf accessories and access to a variety of exceptional performance facilities and beautiful courses.

It all started back in 1983, when Ely Callaway, the founder of Callaway Golf Company, moved the company’s headquarters to Carlsbad. He was drawn to this area because of the ideal weather conditions, close access to top engineers and the reasonable cost of real estate at the time. One by one, similar companies followed suit and decided to make Carlsbad their home, creating a hub for the best products the golf industry has to offer.

It’s only fitting to start this list off with Callaway, one of the most successful golf equipment manufacturers with an eye for the beauty and resources that Carlsbad offers to active lifestyle businesses. Besides developing exceptional products that help golfers hit longer and straighter shots, Callaway expanded its reach and now owns brands such as Odyssey, OGIO, TravisMathew and TopGolf. Not to mention, the Ely Callaway Performance Center is just around the corner from the Callaway office and offers the ultimate custom club fitting experience.

This wouldn’t be a proper golf tribute without mentioning TaylorMade, a brand name that has been prominent in the golf world for decades. TaylorMade came to Carlsbad in the late 1980s. The move to this location was motivated by the close proximity to suppliers, ideal weather, large talent pool, availability of land and the overall prestige of the area. TaylorMade was one of the first companies to offer customization of their clubs, a legacy that lives on through their crown jewel, The Kingdom, in Carlsbad. From Tiger Woods to Rory McIlroy, the best in the industry have visited this facility, located right here in our backyard.

Once you’ve had your custom clubs fitted to your liking, you’ll need proper equipment to carry them in. Vessel Golf Bags has quickly grown in popularity due to its attention to detail and quality craftsmanship. Ronnie Shaw, founder and CEO of Vessel Golf Bags, saw an opportunity to move to Carlsbad in 2009, calling it the best decision the company has ever made. Currently, Vessel crafts golf bags for more than 100 tour players, including Jordan Spieth, Steve Stricker and many others.

Now that you know where to go for the perfect set of clubs and luxury gear to carry them in, you’ll need somewhere to play…and we’re sure it’s no surprise that Carlsbad has that too. Earlier this year, Omni La Costa North Course in Carlsbad underwent an extensive redesign, making it truly a golfer’s dream. The upgraded course is flatter and more open, with interesting challenges and environmental improvements. Home to the NCAA golf championship, the North Course is now one of the top venues for golf tournaments in Southern California, securing Carlsbad’s place on the map as a hot spot for many athletes and lifestyle businesses alike.

All of these companies are a crucial part of the city’s landscape and play a critical role in making Carlsbad the golf equipment capital of the world. We’re proud to have such prominent businesses operating in Carlsbad, driving success and attracting top talent to the city and beyond.