6/30/26- First off in the morning and not a sole around. My father in-law and I whipped through this course in just over 3hrs, and we took our time. When we showed up no one was here. We checked in got a bucket and were off. Carts ran good, bathrooms on the course were very clean, there was no water yet, probably because no one was there...except us.

Right now this course is in major summer heat mode. The tee boxes were in good shape, the fairways were a little thick and the rough was very rough. The humidity creates this problem according to the starter, and they don't cut too much of it until it cools down. The sand was at times ok, but some new sand will be needed when they turn this course around in the fall. The greens overall were in good shape, a little dry but not lighting quick. I saw only one hole (18) with a large dead spot.

Overall, for 50$ I found the price to be ideal. I really like the layout here, and I will come back out to play when conditions are cooler. If you can bare the heat and often the humidity or you love to squeeze in those rounds prior to 10:00AM then I recommend playing Desert Falls CC.

7/16/26- Scholl Canyon 8:00AM. Parking lot packed, range was full, and the tennis academy was booming. The course was not that full, but still a little slow for the morning. Scholl Canyon is very dry right now and the fairways are browning. The greens are in really good shape and are holding nicely. The sand needs some love, and the tee boxes are at times not level. For $40 to ride and much less to walk, this course has some great views, and some challenging holes. I always enjoy playing here, and wish I lived a little closer.

If you are looking for a quick 18 with some super short par 3's and short par 4's this is it!

Played in the SCGA member outing 7/13/26. A hot day, no wind, and cart path only made this challenging course even harder. Calabasas is a little dry in spots so a lot of water was applied on the members off day, hence the cart path only. Greens were quick, and that was after the watering. Fairways, tee boxes, and sand were all just about spot on. I will say some of the bunkers could have used a little more sand or a little less water, but I can't really complain because it was my fault I was in them all day.

Calabasas CC is a great course to play, and in an outing it is even better. The carts are great with GPS and cushioning. They give you rides to your car, a take home bag towel, and a great practice facility.

Thinking of playing in the next one.... you should. I see that GK has one set up soon, can't wait!

Monday 6/22/26. Got to the course at 6:15AM for a 7:00AM tee time. Not a sole awake, waited for 15 minutes before checking in, only to find out that I would be playing alone, and the next tee time behind me was at least 1 hour behind. To be able to have this course entirely to yourself was truly a gift. Normally, I enjoy being with a group, but this round was about as therapeutic a day as I could have asked for.

The Mauna Kea golf course and resort is a special place, if you have been there, you understand. Not a blade of grass was out of place today. The wind was basically dead, and the sun was shining. I didn't rush and still finished in just under 2.5 hours. Everyone is friendly, and the amenities are top-notch.

I would recommend this course to anyone who comes to play on the Big Island. It will always be one of my favorite places to play. I first played here when I was 10, and again when I graduated college. I cherish those memories. An experience you will not forget.

The Waikoloa Village golf course sits about 5 miles from the coast up the hill in the village of Waikoloa. A much cheaper option than courses down by the water. This where a lot of locals play. The course itself at times feels forgiving and open. The challenges are the wind, the sand traps, and the rough. The wind can change rapidly up on this hill so that was difficult to read. The sand is not sand at all but rather pebbles, that at times feel and play like normal sand and other times play like rocks. This is really the only downside to playing here. The rough, fairways, and greens don't get cut on the weekend, and since I played on a Sunday the challenge was on. The rough at times was playing at least 1 club more. The greens were in excellent condition, they were not as fast as you would think, but rolled pure and almost no marks on any green on the course.

The course truly rewards you for hitting the fairway. Thats what I did on the front, and was pumped to have one of my best rounds going, until the back 9 got me good. The front 9 is more scenic with some great views, especially holes 5 and 6. Everyone, who works there is very friendly and supportive, the locals gave me some excellent tips, and price is great. In the area and looking for a cheaper option with plenty of challenges, this is it.

A week in Waikoloa and I managed to find myself at the Beach course (9-holes) followed by the Kings 9. I will review both here. The Waikoloa mixed use community is now offering 3 nine-hole options for players. The Beach, Kings, and Lakes. Lets start with the Beach.

The Beach 9 is about as classic of a resort course as you can find. Some challenging holes and well placed bunkers, with most holes offering double wide fairways and forgiveness. Every hole I was thinking, why is this called the beach 9 when its not actually on or near the beach. Only one hole plays near the water. In terms of course conditions, everything was really great. The greens rolled pure and were quick, the fairways, rough, and tee boxes are 9/10, the sand however was lacking and was not soft. The bunkers were so hard to get out of, creating a real challenge if you got in one . Overall, I loved it and I want to play this side again, its what Hawaii resort golf should be... fun.

The Kings 9-

This side is much more challenging and requires some real shot shaping and creativity. Not sure why its called the Kings but I can tell you that there are feral goats all over the course. No I am not talking about great golfers or GK members/gurus, literally feral goats in the fairways, on the greens, and in the rough. They are peaceful and will not bother you. This did throw me off just slightly. The greens were dryer and faster on this side, the wind picked up, and the pin placements made the Kings 9 a good challenge. The rough, tee boxes, and fairway conditions mirrored the Beach side except for the wind. Overall, I loved it.

Waikoloa is a fun and cheaper option than those at the surrounding expensive resorts(Mauna Kea, Hualalai, Mauna Lani). If you stay anywhere on the property you get a discount. The people are helpful and friendly, and the course is not going to crush you. I recommend this course, mahalo!

Made it out early 6/7/26. Arrived about a half-hour early, checked in and there was no one working the carts. Some other golfers and I were directed to walk down to the cart room and un-plug whichever cart we wanted. I thought about taking the 6-seater but I am not 17 anymore. Anyways, Los Robles is in great condition right now. Tee boxes are well maintained, fairways are ideal, sand was a little wet but it seemed like new sand, hard to tell, and the greens were rolling slightly slower than expected as they had been watered in the morning. That being said, this course is always a challenge, with tight shots, big greens, and some well placed Oak trees. The course was hosting the SCGA Junior boys tournament, and when we finished there was not a parking spot in the lot. This is a good place to play this summer, definitely recommended.

First time out to this spectacular golf resort. 7:40 tee time, paired up with a great family of three. This place is totally worth all of 204$ fee. The tee boxes are in great shape, the fairways were some of the best I have ever played, and the rough was cut perfectly. The greens had a lot of old holes in the same area, and that is about the only knock I can say about Desert Willow. I could not believe how many people where here on a Monday in early April, this place was slammed. Everyone was great, and the service you get is incredible. Great range, putting and chipping green, We never waited, and the crew was on a lot of the holes watering, mowing, and fixing things. Put this on the bucket list.

4/4/26

7:00AM Tee off, hit the first shot 8 minutes early. Almost no one was there. We never waited and finished just under 4hrs. A stunning day, warm and windy, as clear as I can ever remember. Very surprised by how plush this place has become. Is it what it was before the storm? Not yet, however only holes 2 and 8 have new locations of greens, they call them temporary but it does not appear that there is much work being done on where the old greens where for those holes were located. Warning the GPS systems have not been updated quite yet and that did cause one distance mistake on my part. The greens were in very good shape for being punched a few weeks ago, the sand was awesome today. Tee boxes in great shape, fairways overall were good, maybe a couple patches getting some work done.

I could not believe how wide open this course was for a Saturday morning. I will be back, and you should too.

1/31/26

Made it out this morning with the early risers. 6:30AM and we walked El Cariso in just under 4 hrs, with no push from the group in carts behind us. Apparently this course is under new management and it showed. The greens are ideal right now, which you probably can't believe, but trust me they rolled pure and had some legit quickness to them. The tee boxes are in good shape, maybe a little uneven in spots, and the rough is well maintained. The sand needs to be replaced, but my one bunker shot was in some soft playable mix of dirt and sand.

So, you can read a lot about this course and much of it is negative, and it would turn you away. I believe this course is on the right track and will continue to improve. Its a solid executive layout, and with the greens being the way they were today, and the ability to play fast, I will be back.

12/29/25

A red flag day! Showed up to the GK Las Posas event, and was paired with JohnnyGK, Mark_6m, and Mpisarski01. We started on hole 17, and learned that this wind was gong to make things incredibly tough. In sections this course can be tight, and with the wind any hope we had of scoring a "best round" was quickly diminished. Yet we had a great time, everyone in the group had a birdie, and 3 of us won the closest to the pin contest on the par threes. Speaking of par 3's, what happened on hole 9 was nothing short of incredible. JohnnyGK, our founder, captain, and team leader, thinned a 3-hybrid through a bunker and into the hole, for his first ever hole-in-one. After years of watching the Ace cam videos on social media, he finally did it, and we got it on film. A huge congrats to JohnnyGK, that memory will last with me forever, and I have no doubt it will be one of your crowning achievements in the many that you have earned and worked for with this great game. I am truly honored to be in the group that witnessed the GK Ace cam finally hit. Knowing how much this means to Johnny, I nearly shed tears celebrating with him, what a moment!

Las Posas is a great private club with so much to offer. The course is a fun layout with elevation, perfectly placed bunkers, and some tough greens. The views make this course what it is, and today with the wind howling from the Santa Ana's the ocean was visible for miles, and the green rolling hills looked immaculate. I highly recommend playing here if you get the chance. The staff is great, and they put a lot of effort into making the course/facility special. I also heard the breakfast burrito is one of the best golf has to offer.

Made it out 9/24/25 to the SCGA Del Mar outing. Spectacular day at a remarkable place. This is one of the finest overall golf experiences one can have. The moment we arrived a few guys picked up our bags and took them straight to the carts. We were able to walk around the locker room and clubhouse, both of which are covered in trophies and plaques recognizing the USMC as the Del Mar CC has deep ties to the organization, and may still run tournaments to support our troops. Everything is as nice as you could imagine, super clean, and incredibly quite. The pro shop guys were friendly, and the cart lady was a real pro. The practice green and facility is top notch, everything seems new. We were handed options of box lunches as we took to the first tee in a new cart, that was adorned with gator skin style seats and GPS. All that being said, the true star of the show is the course. Each hole is carefully designed with unique challenges and Del Mar has a lot of them. Elevation, perfectly maintained and placed bunkers, some long holes, and water. There is very little room for error here and almost every hole is its own unique look. You almost never can "hit it from the other fairway" if you know what I mean. Trying to figure our way around this place on our first time was challenging. The greens rolled pure, they were not as fast as they could be mostly due to the amount of rain over the prior few days. The traps are some of the nicest I have ever played at and tee boxes were perfect. Was it worth the price? 100%. The experience was one I will never forget. This is the place that if you ever get a chance to play or spend time at, you should. A bucket list type of private experience that probably won't be available often, unless you know someone, have a ton of dough, or sign-up with a group than can get out there. Would play here again in a heartbeat.