Guest Information

Established in 1971, Big Canyon Country Club is a private, member-owned club, where generations of families and their friends gather and cherished memories are made.

The Board of Directors, members and staff are pleased to welcome you to our Club. We hope that you find the following information helpful as you enjoy our facilities as the invited guest of a member. If you have any questions about this information, please contact your member host.

  • Attire Guidelines

    • CLUBHOUSE ATTIRE GUIDELINES

      The following attire is prohibited in the clubhouse for members and their guests age five years and over:

      • Apparel of any kind that is frayed, cut, stained, ill-fitting and/or soiled

      • Workout attire

      • Swimwear, including board shorts, and cover ups

      • Cargo pants/shorts

      • Skirts, shorts, skorts, etc. that are shorter than 4 1/2" above the top of the kneecap, with the exception of proper tennis attire

      • Untucked shirts, unless designed to be worn in this manner

      • Tee shirts as well as tank tops for men

      • Sports jerseys or any type of apparel with printed phrases or slogans

      • Halter and tube tops or other types of extreme cut-away tops, including bare midriff

      • Hats, caps, and visors indoors (with the exception of ladies’ dress hats)

      • Flip flops in all dining areas with the exception of The Grill Terrace

      • Bare feet


      Upper Level Clubhouse

      In addition to the above referenced guidelines, shorts are also prohibited at any time on the upper level.

      Please note: Denim attire is permitted on the upper level.

      GOLF COURSE ATTIRE GUIDELINES

      All persons using the golf course and practice areas must wear attire deemed appropriate for golf including golf shirts and golf shoes. 
      The following are not permitted:  

      • T-shirts, tank tops, sports jerseys, or any type of shirt with printed phrases or slogans.
      • Ladies may wear a collarless top with sleeves or sleeveless top with a collar, assuming it is conservative golf attire with the shoulders and back covered.
      • Untucked men's shirts.
      • Shorts, skirts, skorts, etc., more than 4 1/2" inches above the top of the kneecap as well as men’s shorts below the bottom of the knee.
      • Leggings, unless they are worn under approved shorts, skirts, skorts, etc.
      • Blue jeans/shorts, cargo-style pants/shorts, and swimwear including board shorts. 
      • Sandals, unless specifically designed for golf.
      • Golf caps worn upside down or backwards. Please remove when indoors.  


      Children five (5) years and older are subject to all golf attire rules listed above.

      It is requested that shoes not be changed or cleaned in the parking lot. Guest lockers and shoe service are available in the locker rooms.

      RECREATION COMPLEX ATTIRE GUIDELINES

      Aquatics
      All persons using the pool must wear suitable bathing suits; no cutoffs or the like are permitted. Suitable bathing suits would be described as any bathing suit that has full coverage. Persons wearing bathing suits are required to remain within the pool area and are not permitted in or about the clubhouse and fitness facility. It is requested that shirts for men and appropriate cover-up attire for women be worn to and from cars in the parking lot.

      Fitness / Spa
      Proper workout attire and closed-toe gym shoes are to be worn. Jeans are not permitted as workout apparel in the Fitness Center.

      Tennis
      Proper tennis attire, including tennis shoes, is required on the courts at all times. Apparel that has been designed expressly for tennis is preferred. Black soled and running shoes are strictly prohibited. Shirts must be worn at all times.
       

  • Cellular Phones & Electronic Equipment Guidelines

    • To preserve the social and recreational character of the Club, and out of respect for members and their guests, the use of hand held electronic devices including tablet PCs and electronic reading devices is permissible throughout the clubhouse, so long as they are used in silent mode. Wi-Fi access is generally available throughout the clubhouse and recreation facilities. Use of any communication devices in an audible mode is restricted to the parking lot and adjacent sidewalks or phone booths in the Men’s and Women's Locker Rooms. Out of respect for members and their guests, the use of cellular or digital portable phones is not permitted on the golf course or golf practice facilities.

  • Tipping Guidelines

    • Club employees do not accept gratuities, with the exception of the shoe room staff. Caddies are independent contractors and are not subject to this policy.

  • Directions

    • From the South
      Take 5 freeway North to 405 North
      Take 405 North to MacArthur Boulevard
      Exit MacArthur, turn left (toward ocean)
      Turn right on San Joaquin Hills Road to turn right first signal (Big Canyon East Gate)
      Move into left lane, stopping at guardhouse

      From the North
      Take the 405 freeway South
      Take 73 freeway South (Corona del Mar freeway)
      Exit MacArthur Boulevard - turn right
      Turn right on San Joaquin Hills Road to first signal (Big Canyon East Gate) - turn right
      Move into left lane, stopping at guardhouse

      From the East
      Take 55 freeway South (to Newport Beach)
      Take 73 freeway South (Corona del Mar freeway)
      Exit MacArthur Blvd. - turn right
      Turn right on San Joaquin Hills Road to first signal
      Turn right first signal (Big Canyon East Gate) - Move into left lane, stopping at guardhouse

      From the West (Pacific Coast Highway)
      Take MacArthur Boulevard to San Joaquin Hills Road - turn left to first signal (Big Canyon East Gate) - turn right
      Move into left lane, stopping at guardhouse

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