4/17 1st time here and 1st time playing in a couple of months but could not have picked a better place and time, weather was ideal after 2 days of colder and windy conditions warm and calm and 7000 ft... Continue »

4/17 1st time here and 1st time playing in a couple of months but could not have picked a better place and time, weather was ideal after 2 days of colder and windy conditions warm and calm and 7000 ft elevation. Had booked an 840 but got there earky as I usually have to allow extra 15 min for getting lost and yes even with my phones helpful gps so at check in was given the option of going off by myself or waiting. Quick few putts a few swings at the range and away I went. POP about 315 with a few practice shots here and there and really hacing no reason to hurry as the setting.provides views and solitude. Fairways are good overall. #1 looked a little spotty thin and mixed grasses leaving uneven lies left me thinking that winter cinditions were in play but from then on most fairway areas were really nice with good cover albeit rather tight lies. Rough about 2 inches and grabby both impeding roll and making for some more challenging extraction. Further beyond the rough were some bare areas or wild vegitation. Tees level and in good shape. Bunkers had ample sand which was compacted and damp which was by choice due to the recent 40 mph winds. Light and fluffy would result in empty hardpan. Greens felt a little crusty and looked to be a little long grained but rolled surprisingly well and much faster than they looked. Greens are not overly large but have enough contour and slope to make it entertaining. Red yellow blue flags for front mid and back but often were placed laterally in those zones so would be near the edge or kina tucked into a corner. Greens were firm so for me approach shots rolled long. Layout is varied and the remote feel with no housing anywhere in sight and the distant snow capped mountains is genuinly refreshing. There are some small lakes which at thos time are mostly dry due to limited rain this season. Staff is really friendly and welcoming. A prior review described this course as a hidden gem, $40 senior rate a real bargin for a very positive experience.