Golf Course Reviews
Golf Course Reviews: California, Arizona, Nevada, Texas, Oregon, Washington, Colorado, Utah, Florida, Hawaii!Played early last week as a twosome for twilight teeing off around 3:40 and finishing in about 4 hours and 45 minutes with just enough light to see last shot. Greens were in pretty good shape rolling medium/fast with an occasional bump, but that looked to be mostly foot traffic from teeing of so late. Rough was generally in good condition, varying in different heights from 3 inches to just barely longer than fairways. Was in one fairway bunker on 15 that had a good thin layer of sand. Fairways for the most part were in good shape with a few minor thin spots and some areas that had been a little bit over watered. Tee boxes were cut tight and level. Overall good conditions. Only complaint would be they need a Marshall, with an eightsome in front of us slowing us down, luckily the sixsome behind us never caught up to us.
I got the chance to play Lomas on 6/23 through an SCGA Member Outing. It was worth all $140 of the event fee. The greens were rolling great, the fairways were freshly mowed, and the greenside bunkers had soft sand. The front 9 is pretty straightforward, and on most holes, what you see from the tee box is what you get. There are a couple of quirky holes on the back 9, holes 11 and 12, that are actually a lot harder than what the yardage says. The staff was very friendly, and I will definitely return if the opportunity presents itself.
Getting a bit repetitious here but with a high temperature forecast to be a mere 95 degrees, I headed out to Rams Hill yesterday, just six days removed from my last visit…and 112 degree heat. I simply could not pass up the opportunity to play on such a benign mid-June day so it was a very easy call.
Course is still in good shape but there are some isolated areas showing signs of slight heat stress. Nothing widespread but I did notice a couple of spots here and there…predominantly on the perimeter of the fairways…that may need some attention.
With that being said, the maintenance crew was out in force when I teed off @ 11:30 and a couple of fairways were being watered as I approached. I expect things to dry out a bit as we get deeper into the summer but it appears the staff is committed to maintaining conditions at a high level.
Tee boxes and fairways were great; laser-sharp level platforms to tee off from and the Par-3s are not torn up with a bunch of old divots. You’ve basically got a ‘blank canvas’ to work with and the turf is cut tight.
The greens…which I consider the true highlight of the course, both in design, scope, and condition…were once again flawless. 11.0 was the posted Stimp and they were pretty quick. I’m definitely getting spoiled out here; I’m not used to seeing the ball track exactly along its line…and the consistent green speed that carries over from one hole to the next is something that cannot be overlooked either.
As I’ve alluded to in my previous two reviews, the putting surfaces are quite firm but will be aerated as part of an extended maintenance period that will run from July 7-17, with the golf course remaining closed during that time frame.
There is a secondary maintenance period scheduled for August 11-13 that will be less aggressive but it’s just another indication that management is ‘all in’ on making Rams Hill a ‘must play’ destination course.
Unless another sub-100 degree day pops up over the next couple,of months, it may be a while before I get to play here again. December is already on the calendar, however, and I’m looking forward to seeing how different the course plays…and looks…at that time.
Course is still in good shape but there are some isolated areas showing signs of slight heat stress. Nothing widespread but I did notice a couple of spots here and there…predominantly on the perimeter of the fairways…that may need some attention.
With that being said, the maintenance crew was out in force when I teed off @ 11:30 and a couple of fairways were being watered as I approached. I expect things to dry out a bit as we get deeper into the summer but it appears the staff is committed to maintaining conditions at a high level.
Tee boxes and fairways were great; laser-sharp level platforms to tee off from and the Par-3s are not torn up with a bunch of old divots. You’ve basically got a ‘blank canvas’ to work with and the turf is cut tight.
The greens…which I consider the true highlight of the course, both in design, scope, and condition…were once again flawless. 11.0 was the posted Stimp and they were pretty quick. I’m definitely getting spoiled out here; I’m not used to seeing the ball track exactly along its line…and the consistent green speed that carries over from one hole to the next is something that cannot be overlooked either.
As I’ve alluded to in my previous two reviews, the putting surfaces are quite firm but will be aerated as part of an extended maintenance period that will run from July 7-17, with the golf course remaining closed during that time frame.
There is a secondary maintenance period scheduled for August 11-13 that will be less aggressive but it’s just another indication that management is ‘all in’ on making Rams Hill a ‘must play’ destination course.
Unless another sub-100 degree day pops up over the next couple,of months, it may be a while before I get to play here again. December is already on the calendar, however, and I’m looking forward to seeing how different the course plays…and looks…at that time.
I played here yesterday with the Greenskeeper.org/Vivid/GolfMoose private club event. I love this course and try to play it every chance I get. Big V, as it is called around here, underwent a facelift a couple years ago. Throughout the course, the turf grass has been improved. It is consistent whether you are in the fairway or rough. I played the white tees (6113 yards) and all were level and lush. Great lies in the fairway, and the rough is just penal enough (3” deep)without being ridiculous. The bunkering throughout the course has been greatly improved in visual appearance and all were well maintained. I was able to get up and down from the greenside traps 50%. Of course, the highlight of the course is the condition of the greens. Pure, smooth, fast, and undulating. Most pins were located in very diabolical positions, making putting quite a challenge. If I had the means, I would join. Members must be very proud of their club. Kudos to the maintenance team; they were working nonstop without disruption to the players. Many thanks to Johnny, VCC, GolfMoose, and Vivid.
Played in the Golf Moose/Vivid outing on June 23, playing the blue tees and starting on the 18th hole. Very nice staff at the club from the snack area and pro shop to the courteous grounds crew. It was a well oiled event. Pace of play was slow but not unexpected.
It has been at least 15 years since I last played the course. The greens were much trickier than I remembered. For example, on 18 the pin was in the back of a very long green in a little area sloping generally from front to back. There were several holes with similar positions requiring us to chip over a hump and control the speed to try to stay on the green. On another, the pin was back left and one player went long right. Twice he chipped up about twenty yards and the ball rolled back to his feet. It was a really interesting green. The landing areas were generous but you had to be precise on approach shots. It was a fun layout.
The course is in great shape. It has Bermuda fairways and rough. The Bermuda was as nice as I have seen in Southern California. There are wood chip areas beyond the rough which I found on occasion. The fairways were firm with nice run out. The Bermuda gave a good hitting surface. The rough was thick and not too high but my ball sat up more often than not when I was in it. I liked the sand in the bunkers. Some of the green side bunkers had tall lips which I gratefully avoided. The greens were fast with some subtle breaks.
The course is highly recommended. I can't wait to try it again.
It has been at least 15 years since I last played the course. The greens were much trickier than I remembered. For example, on 18 the pin was in the back of a very long green in a little area sloping generally from front to back. There were several holes with similar positions requiring us to chip over a hump and control the speed to try to stay on the green. On another, the pin was back left and one player went long right. Twice he chipped up about twenty yards and the ball rolled back to his feet. It was a really interesting green. The landing areas were generous but you had to be precise on approach shots. It was a fun layout.
The course is in great shape. It has Bermuda fairways and rough. The Bermuda was as nice as I have seen in Southern California. There are wood chip areas beyond the rough which I found on occasion. The fairways were firm with nice run out. The Bermuda gave a good hitting surface. The rough was thick and not too high but my ball sat up more often than not when I was in it. I liked the sand in the bunkers. Some of the green side bunkers had tall lips which I gratefully avoided. The greens were fast with some subtle breaks.
The course is highly recommended. I can't wait to try it again.
Rode the blues this morning 6/23/25 for the Vivid/Gk/Moose event. Great event with many players. Staff was very friendly here. I was in 1B group with buddies John, Ron and Mark. We had a blast under 80 degree weather and a strong 2 club wind all day. Pop was around 5 hrs.
The greens were in great shape! Rating them a 9/10. Putts were quick and pure. Holding shots with high trajectory and spin. Some of the downwind holes like hole 8 were hard to hold. I killed a drive and had a 50 yd wedge in on that hole that I could not even hold the green with a perfectly struck shot.
Fairways were also in fantastic shape coming in at an 8/10 rating mostly all lush. Nice lies.
Rough was healthy and juicy just off the fairways. Bermuda rough where your ball would sit down but was still playable but you had to really go after it. Rated 8.5/10
I loved the sand. Had 3/4 sand saves from greenside bunkers. They were raked and in perfect shape. Rated 9/10
Tees were all level and in really good shape. Rated 8.5/10
I just love this course and the layout. For sure a course I would join if in the area. Never miss a chance to play here. Former LA Open PGA tour stop and recent final stage of the us open qualifier. Highly recommended!!
The greens were in great shape! Rating them a 9/10. Putts were quick and pure. Holding shots with high trajectory and spin. Some of the downwind holes like hole 8 were hard to hold. I killed a drive and had a 50 yd wedge in on that hole that I could not even hold the green with a perfectly struck shot.
Fairways were also in fantastic shape coming in at an 8/10 rating mostly all lush. Nice lies.
Rough was healthy and juicy just off the fairways. Bermuda rough where your ball would sit down but was still playable but you had to really go after it. Rated 8.5/10
I loved the sand. Had 3/4 sand saves from greenside bunkers. They were raked and in perfect shape. Rated 9/10
Tees were all level and in really good shape. Rated 8.5/10
I just love this course and the layout. For sure a course I would join if in the area. Never miss a chance to play here. Former LA Open PGA tour stop and recent final stage of the us open qualifier. Highly recommended!!
Played Friday afternoon. POP was terrible at 5 hours with 9:45 am tee time.
They allow 5 somes here and it is just slow. Course is in average shape. The greens were bumpy and running at 7. The fairways had splotches of grass and rough was patchy. The sand was decent and the tee toxes were all beat up. The punk behind us hit up on his twice, so after the 2nd time I let him have it and ripped him a new as$hole about golf etiquette. Was not in the mood to get dirty or sued so I left without hurting him.
Avoid this course if you want good playing conditions with decent POP.
They allow 5 somes here and it is just slow. Course is in average shape. The greens were bumpy and running at 7. The fairways had splotches of grass and rough was patchy. The sand was decent and the tee toxes were all beat up. The punk behind us hit up on his twice, so after the 2nd time I let him have it and ripped him a new as$hole about golf etiquette. Was not in the mood to get dirty or sued so I left without hurting him.
Avoid this course if you want good playing conditions with decent POP.
Made visit to San Dimas on Sunday afternoon.
POP was 4.45 hours. Course was in good condition. Greens were smooth and running at 9.
Fairways and rough and aprons were well kept and looked great. Sand traps had plenty of sand. The clubhouse is back up and running although the design is questionable as the check in area is completely seperate from the restuarant and nice bar and patio area. The old layout was much better for business IMHO. Staff was pleasant and we played with two nice gentlemen. We paid $65 to ride on the weekend at 1 pm which is great value!
A breath of fresh air compared to Santa Anita a few days before.
POP was 4.45 hours. Course was in good condition. Greens were smooth and running at 9.
Fairways and rough and aprons were well kept and looked great. Sand traps had plenty of sand. The clubhouse is back up and running although the design is questionable as the check in area is completely seperate from the restuarant and nice bar and patio area. The old layout was much better for business IMHO. Staff was pleasant and we played with two nice gentlemen. We paid $65 to ride on the weekend at 1 pm which is great value!
A breath of fresh air compared to Santa Anita a few days before.
Rarely am I shocked at a course's condition but what's happened to #2 is a travesty. Between the summer concerts and parking for soccer games, the course is in pitiful condition. Went out Sunday 6/22 at 12:20pm walking, paired with a rider. Other two either didn't show or took one look at the conditions and turned around.
The massive dessert on the first hole is well known at this point, but if the rest of the course was in decent shape you could let that slide. Unfortunately, over half the tee boxes were roped off which means having to tee off in dirt patches, severely shortening many holes. And if that wasn't bad enough, you had a less than 50% chance of having a decent lie if you hit it in the middle of the fairway. Absolutely brutal round of golf. The greens were at least in good shape, although they were very soft and very slow. Was in one trap and sand was minimal but playable. Not much rough around the fairways, but there was some decent rough around the greens, although again, patchy and uneven lies abounded.
The kicker for me was the random discarded sofa by the side of the 18th fairway. Guess this isn't a golf course anymore, just a landfill that also doubles as a parking lot. I can't imagine conditions getting better any time soon with summer coming up. Avoid avoid avoid
The massive dessert on the first hole is well known at this point, but if the rest of the course was in decent shape you could let that slide. Unfortunately, over half the tee boxes were roped off which means having to tee off in dirt patches, severely shortening many holes. And if that wasn't bad enough, you had a less than 50% chance of having a decent lie if you hit it in the middle of the fairway. Absolutely brutal round of golf. The greens were at least in good shape, although they were very soft and very slow. Was in one trap and sand was minimal but playable. Not much rough around the fairways, but there was some decent rough around the greens, although again, patchy and uneven lies abounded.
The kicker for me was the random discarded sofa by the side of the 18th fairway. Guess this isn't a golf course anymore, just a landfill that also doubles as a parking lot. I can't imagine conditions getting better any time soon with summer coming up. Avoid avoid avoid
Play day: 061725 @7:30 shotgun
After playing the three courses at Las Vegas Paiute resort, the wolf course remains to be the top notch golf course. In many of the times that I’ve been there, the wolf Course have always been in the very best of maintenance. Needless to say, they have an overall great conditions.
As far as what the course looks like, they definitely are very green in color, healthy, lush, fairways, and roughs that you really have to mind your shots from the rough because of how healthy they are. Their greens are phenomenally rolling, so smooth that I give it all The highest credit and everything else follows in great spectacular conditions.
Discourse is world class.
After playing the three courses at Las Vegas Paiute resort, the wolf course remains to be the top notch golf course. In many of the times that I’ve been there, the wolf Course have always been in the very best of maintenance. Needless to say, they have an overall great conditions.
As far as what the course looks like, they definitely are very green in color, healthy, lush, fairways, and roughs that you really have to mind your shots from the rough because of how healthy they are. Their greens are phenomenally rolling, so smooth that I give it all The highest credit and everything else follows in great spectacular conditions.
Discourse is world class.
First out on a beautiful early summer morning. Since they are holding the club championship this week, the course is as expected in very nice shape. I was surprised the green speeds were not quicker. Not that they were slow by any means, just not as fast as expected. Overall, the course continues to improve. Question is if they can maintain these conditions as we begin to experience the anticipated heat of summer.
I played on 6-20-25. I guess there is no more water shortage in so cal because Temecula creek inn is a swamp. The fairways were so wet your tee shots plugged or when they didn’t plug, there’s no roll. The tee boxes are like sand traps there is so much sand on them. The green seemed like they hadn’t been cut in a week and were probably running around a 6. I don’t know who the head pro is but he should spend some time with the superintendent and drive around the course to see how it is. This course is not worth the money they charge. If you want to play a course that is over watered, slow uncut greens and sand traps tee boxes, this is the course for you. Also and the fact that you’ll be playing five hour rounds with no course marshals.
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