Some pretty harsh comments since I played it last so I had to come and see for myself 8/2/07 ... plus, I enjoy this layout. It's tight in some areas, for sure, but that's part of the challenge. Some... Continue »

Some pretty harsh comments since I played it last so I had to come and see for myself 8/2/07 ... plus, I enjoy this layout. It's tight in some areas, for sure, but that's part of the challenge. Some thought has to take place before you strike your ball. Anyway, yes, there could be some improvements (drainage and green upkeep) but not to the point where it's not worth playing. Most of the damage is from unrepaired ball marks ... plus, there's something going on with the greens (a fungus among us). Tip: go online and look for deals (click4teetimes) and you may save some $$$.

Also, they were re-sodding most of the back tee boxes so the Black tees were closed, call ahead unless blue/white is okay. And lot's of construction taking place on the back nine, a bit of a distraction. All in all, a nice test of golf in enjoyable surroundings. Even saw some Roadrunners on the 10th tee ... but didn't see Wile E Coyote :) I can't say I agree with the last few postings but everyone's entitled to their opinion. Range balls are still free but they were hitting off mats, looked like the grass should open soon and in good shape. 'Nuff said.

$65 twilight rate feels like good value. Course not up to the obvious aspirations of the club and its website. Spotty greens, lots of unrepaired pitchmarks but they rolled well. Some nice holes, some ... Continue »

$65 twilight rate feels like good value. Course not up to the obvious aspirations of the club and its website. Spotty greens, lots of unrepaired pitchmarks but they rolled well. Some nice holes, some dull ones. Drainage poor on some fairways and near some greens.

Very disapointing. Wanted to see what a higher dollar amount course would give me in the OC and play a few holes. The course and the greens were not in very good shape. Save your dollars for another c... Continue »

Very disapointing. Wanted to see what a higher dollar amount course would give me in the OC and play a few holes. The course and the greens were not in very good shape. Save your dollars for another course.

Played Black Gold on 4th of July. Brought my favorite players. We all anti'd $115.00 to play it. What a disappointment! I'm a 7 and I don't b$tch about course conditions very often, but this cours... Continue »

Played Black Gold on 4th of July. Brought my favorite players. We all anti'd $115.00 to play it. What a disappointment! I'm a 7 and I don't b$tch about course conditions very often, but this course and the service has fallen into bad times. The greens had been punched 3 weeks earlier and still had not even come close to recovering. Rough was shaggy and poorly cut. Traps were in poor condition. Bad drainage all over the place. Driving range was a dirt pile. From its pristine start and having played it 4 years ago, this course has been let go. I love golf and I play all over, even when courses have problems, but I would not come back to Black Gold and pay $115.00 to play a course in this condition. This course is now way overpriced, despite the wonderful layout from the course architect, who I think is Arthur Hill.

Played Sun 7/8 late morning. I don't know how new this is but Black Gold is guaranteeing a 5 hour round or less even on weekends.... yeah... in Orange County. They are serious about it. Had a marshal ... Continue »

Played Sun 7/8 late morning. I don't know how new this is but Black Gold is guaranteeing a 5 hour round or less even on weekends.... yeah... in Orange County. They are serious about it. Had a marshal out that actually marshaled. Finished in 4 1/2 hours. The course was in good shape and was really a fun course. Landing spots from the tees were fair. Tee boxes were fine. Fairway bunkers seemed well placed on a few holes almost begging you to hug them around small doglegs. I got suckered into one. Traps were well kept although lacking a little fluff. Greens were med/fast, with only a few unrepaired ball marks. Looks like they were punched a little more than a week ago. Remember that most greens roll towards Disneyland. Really enjoyed our time out on the course.

ok, I wanted to give black gold one more shot. I really don't know why I do. After 6 times playing it, here is my conclusion. Black Gold is completely one dimensional off the tee and second shots. I f... Continue »

ok, I wanted to give black gold one more shot. I really don't know why I do. After 6 times playing it, here is my conclusion. Black Gold is completely one dimensional off the tee and second shots. I find around the green to be fun in which require some creativity. In terms of the quality of Black Gold, I give it a thumbs down. Houses are too packed in and a minor error will result in losing your ball. I played it when it was at its best and worse. For the price, its not worth it, period. Maybe charging $50, but that is unrealistic knowing what they paid for the land. If you want to score well at this course, don't take out your driver. I mostly broke out my two iron yesterday and scored a 84. Boring course.

Pretty much agree with previous postings, although I know they're going to punch the greens this week (end of June) so don't forget to ask. Afternoon rates are $55 during the week, very reasonable. ... Continue »

Pretty much agree with previous postings, although I know they're going to punch the greens this week (end of June) so don't forget to ask. Afternoon rates are $55 during the week, very reasonable. Unlimited range balls was a nice feature. Play was a bit slow (just under 5 hrs) but the course has a fantastic/scenic layout. A fine challenge for golfers of most levels, but high hcp'ers should be ready to lose a bunch in the rough. Lot's of red/green stakes, too. Mostly canyon/target golf, and you will need some local knowledge to master the large, fast greens and some of the blind shots. Can't wait to play it again.

Accurate driving at Black Gold is more than desired........ it's a must! First time challengers beware. Open ocean waves of undulation abound from tee to green. The greens are as hard to manage as a ... Continue »

Accurate driving at Black Gold is more than desired........ it's a must! First time challengers beware. Open ocean waves of undulation abound from tee to green. The greens are as hard to manage as a greesed pig. I enjoy this course in the morning hours before the greens become too frim and fast. The plus side is the greens run very true which can lead to some long bombs. Sloping fariways make this in many ways a target course. Bring the A game and enjoy this gem of Yorba Linda

Played here on Friday, 6/15 for the first time. Liked the layout of the course. There are a lot of elevation changes on the course. Great views of the valley on the course. The course is in great ... Continue »

Played here on Friday, 6/15 for the first time. Liked the layout of the course. There are a lot of elevation changes on the course. Great views of the valley on the course. The course is in great shape. The greens are a little firm in spots. Putts seem to break toward the valley or Disneyland. Fairways, sand, and tee boxes are in great shape. Some of the fairways were a little wet in spots. There are a lot of bunkers on the course. The rough here can be a little tough to hit out of. It took us about 4 1/2 hours to finish our round. Will be back to play here when we are here in the area.