At first glance, I was not impressed with Rio Hondo. A friend of mine brought his 7 year old son (just to watch-not play-couldn't find a sitter). The starter charged my friend full price (2 greens +... Continue »

At first glance, I was not impressed with Rio Hondo. A friend of mine brought his 7 year old son (just to watch-not play-couldn't find a sitter). The starter charged my friend full price (2 greens + cart fee = $98.00), which I thougth was ridiculous. We both asked if there is junior or spectator rate, in which the smug starter said no. Considering the fact the location of Rio Hondo, they might considering starting a junior program or at least offer a reduce rate. Golf would be an excellent alternative for juniors in the area (i.e., staying of the streets, gangs, etc.). After we paid our green fees, we went to the first tee and was disappointed in how "brown" the course was. Do they water the course? I mean the pro shop and club house is beautiful and all, but maybe spend some of that money on some water. Ok, Ok, enough about the negatives. After playing a few holes, we were really impressed with the greens. Hardly saw any divots out there. In addition, we were impressed with the layout of the course The waterfalls were a nice touch. I bet when the course is green its a really nice looking course. Some of the holes were really challenging, especially the par 3s. I walked the course and found it to be an easy course to walk considering some of the hills. And finally, after playing the 2nd hole, my buddy went back to the starter to discuss the full price for his son. I guess the manager was there and overheard the conversation and refunded the green fees for my buddy's son and comp him a cart. Now that is customer service.

Course is playing great right now. Greens are smooth!!

Course is playing great right now. Greens are smooth!!

What great greens (fast). Played today (friday 8:00am), put my name on the list and it took about 10 minutes to get out and about 4 hrs to play! I well come back. Every thing first class.

What great greens (fast). Played today (friday 8:00am), put my name on the list and it took about 10 minutes to get out and about 4 hrs to play! I well come back. Every thing first class.

Played Sat 10/7... greens fully recovered. Course in great shape as usual.

Played Sat 10/7... greens fully recovered. Course in great shape as usual.

Was lucky to get out off the singles list on Sat. with the first group of the Men's Club. It was my first time playing here and I must say that this is a great course. The superintendant should be com... Continue »

Was lucky to get out off the singles list on Sat. with the first group of the Men's Club. It was my first time playing here and I must say that this is a great course. The superintendant should be commend for the greens here are great. Tee boxes and traps very good. We teed off at 6:30 and were done at 9:55 wiyh a short stop at the turn for coffee. I will be back!!!!!

Having learned that the greens were punched 9/11/06, I expected the greens to be questionable. They were much much better than I'd expected. In fact, quite good, as a matter of fact the entire course ... Continue »

Having learned that the greens were punched 9/11/06, I expected the greens to be questionable. They were much much better than I'd expected. In fact, quite good, as a matter of fact the entire course was in nice condition. What impressed me the most is the general thoughtfulness given the surrounding areas. For a modest priced public facility, it probably is one of the best. many of the other courses, public and private could learn something from this place!

Played last Satruday, 9/2, and the course was in great shape. The best course in the area by far. Bring your game.

Played last Satruday, 9/2, and the course was in great shape. The best course in the area by far. Bring your game.

Greens are great right now!!! Course is playing quite nice. Play it before they punch the greens in a couple weeks!!!!

Greens are great right now!!! Course is playing quite nice. Play it before they punch the greens in a couple weeks!!!!

Twighlight today. Per Oceanfront's comments about fixing divots.. FIX THEM YOU LAZY GITS. I mean it may be twighlight but the same rules apply.

Course in good shape aside from craters on greens... Continue »

Twighlight today. Per Oceanfront's comments about fixing divots.. FIX THEM YOU LAZY GITS. I mean it may be twighlight but the same rules apply.

Course in good shape aside from craters on greens. A little bumpy but you can handle. They overseeded?! the fairways and can reduce carry quite a bit so you big hitters beware.. better to be accurate than play army golf. Tee boxes were flat and nice. Greens though terrible for what you come to expect from this course. Wish they could fix their divots more consistently.