CHICO, Calif. – Beyond Golf Chico, a long-awaited new attraction, opened its doors to the public on Friday.

Located next to DeGarmo Park in North Chico off of the Esplanade, the facility offers a range of activities for golf enthusiasts and beginners alike.

“Opening day here at Beyond Golf, this place is beyond golf!” said Peter Melton, a Beyond Golf Chico enthusiast.

The attraction features a 9-hole, par-3 golf course, a patio with a food truck, a small practice range, and a hitting net area equipped with a monitor and camera to analyze swings. It has been in the works for more than a year.

“It’s been quite the project. A lot of people in the community have really stepped up and helped us and we’re ready to finally open the doors and offer the experience,” said Matt Carton, the general manager of Beyond Golf Chico.

Carton shared that Friday marked the opening day of Phase 1 of the project, which includes the 9-hole course spread over 5 acres. Phase 2 is in the works and will bring even more attractions.

“Phase 2 is a future putting course so, 18-hole putting course and a nine-hole putting course and then an outdoor covered restaurant as well as a large building with simulators in it. It’ll really be a fun building to really expand our golf ability to support the junior programs as well cause I will give us a larger facility,” said Carton.

Beyond Golf Chico places a strong emphasis on beginner and youth golfers, providing a welcoming environment for those new to the sport. The facilities are designed to ensure that kids and beginners can learn the game without intimidation.

“I showcased the thing. Me and my friends shot 4 under. Everybody should like it because families can play and it’s like a fun game. It’s not like baseball where it’s like you’re on a team so, it can be enjoyed,” said Asher and Aiden Boone, brothers who visited the facility.

The attraction offers a “Junior Program” where kids can sign up and progress through levels, eventually playing the course independently. The program includes SNAG (Starting New at Golf) courses and practice putting greens to help children develop skills and golf etiquette.

Beyond Golf Chico is open from Monday through Sunday, between 8 a.m. and 10:30 p.m., with the last tee time at 9:30 p.m.