The California Polo Club, established in 1876, has a rich history in the evolution of polo in California. Initially, Captain Nell Mowry, a prominent long-distance rider from the San Francisco Bay area, attempted to introduce polo to the region, possibly with influence from James Gordon Bennett. Despite these early efforts, the sport saw limited success until the 1880s when English enthusiasts, led by Mr. C.A. Summers and Captain Hutcheson, made another attempt in Los Angeles. Their efforts laid the groundwork for the sport’s revival, culminating in the establishment of the Santa Monica Polo Club in 1888 by Dr. J.A. Edmonds and Senator John Jones, and later the Riverside Polo Club in 1891. These efforts were bolstered by the formation of the "Pacific Coast Polo and Pony Racing Association," which governed several clubs until its dissolution in 1909.

The modern era of the California Polo Club began in 1995, reopening as a member of the United States Polo Association (USPA). Renowned for its top-tier arena polo facilities, the club has hosted the prestigious U.S. Arena Polo Open multiple times and won the Arena National Championship in 2011. Today, the CPC offers comprehensive services, including horse training, boarding, and year-round activities, just 15 minutes from Hollywood. It remains a hub for polo enthusiasts, providing opportunities for learning and playing polo in a welcoming environment. The club also facilitates reciprocal play with renowned grass clubs like the Santa Barbara Polo Club, ensuring a vibrant and connected polo community in California.