This is one mean golf course. It's not in the best shape, and it's overpriced, but we will definitely be back (at a time when the rates are more affordable). It's hard to know where to start regardi... Continue »

This is one mean golf course. It's not in the best shape, and it's overpriced, but we will definitely be back (at a time when the rates are more affordable). It's hard to know where to start regarding this course. I suppose I should open with the fact that you must very accurate on this course. You must know the characteristics of each of your clubs, or it could be a very long day for you should you decide to take this test. Lateral hazards and "Oliver Brown" rule the day, here, so keep that in mind. Though, some of the par fours are short, they demand absolute accuracy, and that makes them play longer. Sure, you can hit a driver on some of those holes, but you're asking for trouble. On the other hand, you've got #12 - a 456 yard monster with an uphill tee shot and trouble on the left. As for the greens, we thought they were quite nice. They were medium speed and not too overwhelming in terms of undulations. They were kind of a refuge for us, as getting to them is more than a challenge. In closing, I must state that everywhere I looked, throughout the course of the day, I saw people either in trouble or trying to find their way out of trouble. Good luck to you!

the greens were in good condition, pace of play was decent,

the greens were in good condition, pace of play was decent,

Poor customer service. Carts were horrible. Bad course,

Poor customer service. Carts were horrible. Bad course,

Played Saturday morning 11/3/07 in the early afternoon for $45 with their emailed coupon. Heard that this course was tough and ate a lot of golf balls, and they were right. My foursome had difficulty ... Continue »

Played Saturday morning 11/3/07 in the early afternoon for $45 with their emailed coupon. Heard that this course was tough and ate a lot of golf balls, and they were right. My foursome had difficulty just blasting off the tee without losing balls on the hillside or creeks that run through the area. There are some very steep dog legs as well as a couple very tight fairways to drive off the tee to. For the price you do get some great views of San Clemente and the hillsides and homes surrounding it are very nice. Played pretty easily with only a few minutes wait time between playing groups. Greens are fast. Worth the price, difficulty level is high but take it easy and you should play fine.

WELL, IT HAS BEEN AWHILE SINCE I HAVE PLAYED HERE AND NOW I REMEBER WHY!
THE LAYOUT IS GOOD AND CHALLANGING, A SOME PARTS A BIT NARROW, BUT ACCEPTABLE.
IT IS THE UPKEEP THAT LACKS IN A MAJOR WAY. TH... Continue »

WELL, IT HAS BEEN AWHILE SINCE I HAVE PLAYED HERE AND NOW I REMEBER WHY!
THE LAYOUT IS GOOD AND CHALLANGING, A SOME PARTS A BIT NARROW, BUT ACCEPTABLE.
IT IS THE UPKEEP THAT LACKS IN A MAJOR WAY. THE TEE BOX HAD SOME MAJOR BARE SPOTS OR BIG "UN-REPAIRED" DIVOTS. THE FAIRWAY IS KEPT SO DRY THAT THE LANDING AREA IS HARD, SO YOU WILL GET EXCESSIVE ROLL OR BOUNCES, SOMETIMES GOOD SOMETIME BAD?
THE ROUGH WAS OK? GREENS WHERE PROBABLY THE BETTER PART OF THE COURSE,WHICH IS IMPORTANT, AGAIN A BIT HARD AT TIMES BUT, PUTTING WAS OK OVERALL.
BUNKERS ALSO SEEMED DECENT.
I REALLY CAN'T COMPLAIN TOO MUCH, BECAUSE I DID GET ON AT TWI-LIGHT (2:22p) FOR UNDER $14.
AGAIN, I LIKE THE CHALLENGING LAYOUT, BUT THE CONDITIONS ARE NOT TO MY EXPECTATIONS. FOR $14, I WOULD PLAY AGAIN, BUT NOT PAY MUCH MORE THAN THAT, IF I CAN HELP IT.

played Saturday morning without a tee time and got on in 20 minutes. looks like the course is starting to come together. greens are usually the best, which they were, but tee boxes were pretty bad. ... Continue »

played Saturday morning without a tee time and got on in 20 minutes. looks like the course is starting to come together. greens are usually the best, which they were, but tee boxes were pretty bad. back nine had the new tee boxes opened and on 11 and 17, what a difference.

The course has improved much since last time I played here. They finally got rid of that dreadful mat in 16th tee by revamping the area. Also, 14th tee box has been resodded and the hole lengthened ... Continue »

The course has improved much since last time I played here. They finally got rid of that dreadful mat in 16th tee by revamping the area. Also, 14th tee box has been resodded and the hole lengthened as well by moving the tee area back about 15 yards. Shorecliffs is still a bit rough around the edges, but I'm always pleasantly surprised by the conditions of the greens. Overall, the course seems it is headed in the right direction, and let's just hope its management stays focused on improvements.

Played on Saturday and had a great time. The golf course is really starting to improve and the greens were terrific. Out of all of the courses in Orange County, this is one of the few that actually ... Continue »

Played on Saturday and had a great time. The golf course is really starting to improve and the greens were terrific. Out of all of the courses in Orange County, this is one of the few that actually still makes the normal guy feel like they belong there. Saw some work being done to tee boxes. Looks like they are trying hard to improve the facility.

The staff was friendly as usual and the service in the bar afterwards was terrific. Look forward to playing here again soon.

I played "the ditch"May 31. I used to be a regular, but hadn't been there in about a year. What a great working man's course. I love the club house ambiance.
Teed off at 2:50 as a twosome. $27.... Continue »

I played "the ditch"May 31. I used to be a regular, but hadn't been there in about a year. What a great working man's course. I love the club house ambiance.
Teed off at 2:50 as a twosome. $27.00 twilight rate. No one there.
Shorecliffs is a very tight course. As usual , it was a little ratty around the edges of the rough. They still have not fixed the par 5 16th. There was a landslide that took out the blue tee box. They have you hitting off mats up by the red tees. It looks as if they are trying to fix up the course. There were a couple occasions where there was piles of dirt off to the side of the holes, but no one working. It baffles me that they don't put a little money into this course. It could be awesome.
That aside, the greens were spectacular. The fairways are very much like your standard muni. Some barespots here and there. If you are a better golfer looking to keep your game sharp, this is a great course.
I believe that is why this course gets beat up by reviews. The higher handicap player is going to lose a lot of balls. For the single or low double digit handicapper, this course is a true hidden gem.
Bob