Played this course 7 times while vacationing from Indiana and loved it. This course is proof that a course does have to be long to be both challenging and enjoyable. This is the only West Coast course I have played so I have no idea how typical this is. I did miss the local custom of visible yardage markers at 100, 150 and 200 yards. This would speed play, but pace of play is not really a problem. I had a great deal of trouble determining if the putts were really uphill or downhill but the locals we were paired with did not seem to have the same problem. Other than hole 6 the par 3’s are generally long, especially hole 7, probably to compensate for the short par 4’s and 5’s. Hole 12 is a blind par 3 over the side of a mountain. The hole could be improved by posting the pin position at the tee. Rattlesnake warnings keep one from pursuing errant shots in the cliffs and crevasses. Be sure to bring plenty of balls. There are no water hazards on the course.
All and all this was as enjoyable as any course I have played. The replay rate of $5 on weekdays makes this a great course to play all day.