I really enjoyed this course.I do have to say,when I pulled into the parking lot and saw the public look to the course,I was worried.But after I teed off I loved the feel of the course,the cool breeze... Continue »

I really enjoyed this course.I do have to say,when I pulled into the parking lot and saw the public look to the course,I was worried.But after I teed off I loved the feel of the course,the cool breeze from the ocean and the friendly people I played with.The greens were very nice,rolled true.Check out the coy pond behind the 8th tee box.Biggest coy you will ever see.Enjoy!

Yesterday was a postcard day at San Clemente. The sky was clear and a constant breeze to keep you cool, especially for a 4some of walkers. Local knowledge on the greens is needed for a good score. ... Continue »

Yesterday was a postcard day at San Clemente. The sky was clear and a constant breeze to keep you cool, especially for a 4some of walkers. Local knowledge on the greens is needed for a good score. Most putts will break towards the ocean. The last 4 holes are challenging with elevation changes and the afternoon ocean breeze.

It has been a while since I played SC - new clubhouse and redone parking lot. The course still has character and charm with many mature trees. The burmuda grass has just come in so the fairways are ... Continue »

It has been a while since I played SC - new clubhouse and redone parking lot. The course still has character and charm with many mature trees. The burmuda grass has just come in so the fairways are in excellent condition and the rough can be a challenge to hit more than a short iron. The greens were punched a few weeks ago and are still slow and bumpy, but held approach shots. Number 6 remains a difficult park 4 back to the clubhouse and the par 3 15th remains one of the best in Southern Californa, plus the view! We saw the cart girl several times on each 9.

Played on Memorial Day at 6:45. Greens are still a bit bumpy, but recovering. they are very slow right now and the guys I played with said they were slower even yesterday. For as much play as this ... Continue »

Played on Memorial Day at 6:45. Greens are still a bit bumpy, but recovering. they are very slow right now and the guys I played with said they were slower even yesterday. For as much play as this track gets, it's still a great place to play.

A great place if you like to walk. Green fee is very reasonable. Greens were bumpy--sometimes long putts jumped into the air, but were surprisingly true in spite of the bumps. I walked up as a sing... Continue »

A great place if you like to walk. Green fee is very reasonable. Greens were bumpy--sometimes long putts jumped into the air, but were surprisingly true in spite of the bumps. I walked up as a single and got right out, and played with some nice folks. Golfers seem more casual here, more the retired and laid back types, at least on this Friday morning, which made for an enjoyable day.

Great casual vibe. Great customer service. I walk on here two Fridays a month and always get right on as a single. Greens were cut short with lots of poanna, but they rolled true, albeit slow. It'... Continue »

Great casual vibe. Great customer service. I walk on here two Fridays a month and always get right on as a single. Greens were cut short with lots of poanna, but they rolled true, albeit slow. It's a bargain for $33 on a friday in southern oc.

FIRST TIME PLAYING THIS COURSE AND WASNT IMPRESSED. I EXPECTED A LOT MORE SINCE THIS COURSE WAS RATED BEST VALUE(WORTH THE GREEN FEE)IN 2004 AND 2008, BUT IN MY OPINION I FEEL LIKE I PAID ABOUT 20 BUC... Continue »

FIRST TIME PLAYING THIS COURSE AND WASNT IMPRESSED. I EXPECTED A LOT MORE SINCE THIS COURSE WAS RATED BEST VALUE(WORTH THE GREEN FEE)IN 2004 AND 2008, BUT IN MY OPINION I FEEL LIKE I PAID ABOUT 20 BUCKS TO MUCH. I UNDERSTAND ITS SOMEWHAT CLOSE TO THE OCEAN, AND ITS ORANGE COUNTY(GREEN FEES TEND TO BE HIGHER THAN ANY OTHER COUNTYS)BUT THE CONDITIONS OF THE COURSE AND PACE OF PLAY IS HORRIBLE. THIS COURSE IS ALSO HACKERS CENTRAL. BALLS FLYING EVERYWHERE. ALMOST GOT HIT 2-3 TIMES. NO FORE WARNING OR NOTHING.
OH WELL, LAST TIME PLAYING THIS CRAPPY COURSE

I walked on as a single on a Sunday morning, which seems quite easy to do as they keep spots open for this reason. Upon putting my name on the waiting list, I went to the range to warm up on their mat... Continue »

I walked on as a single on a Sunday morning, which seems quite easy to do as they keep spots open for this reason. Upon putting my name on the waiting list, I went to the range to warm up on their mats-only facility, which stretches to 235 yards, eliminating the use of driver for long hitters. I was slotted with the 9:07 group, which didn't tee off until 9:45 due to groups behind schedule. Pace of play was around 5 1/2 hours, which didn't seem all that slow as we were only held up on a few of the par 3's. Walking at San Clemente is very agreeable and it seems this was the method of choice for most groups. Tees, fairways and greens were extremely firm today. Overall, I had an enjoyable round and feel the $43 green fee was worth it for this type of course. Both high and low handicappers can enjoy the course layout, as most fairways are expansive and hazards rarely come into play, except for a few bunkers and a couple holes with forced carries. The front nine is pretty straightforward, while the back nine seemed to have more hills and challenging holes, especially the final three. One note of caution to newcomers to this course, respect Mother Nature and play every break toward the ocean.

Played this course two weeks back for the first time and was very impressed. Growing up in the Inland Empire one tends to get used to playing decent courses for an affordable price, and honestly the ... Continue »

Played this course two weeks back for the first time and was very impressed. Growing up in the Inland Empire one tends to get used to playing decent courses for an affordable price, and honestly the OC is far from that. However, this course is one of the best munis i've played and priced really well (for the OC). On to the course. It reminds me of a better General Old and a shorter El Rancho Verde if you have ever played any of these courses in the Inland Empire. Layout is perfect to get around no crazy doglegs or blind shots (if you put yourself in the right spot). Greens hold approch shots well, could roll a little smoother on putts though, but this course does get a lot of play so commit to the line and remember it breaks towards the ocean and hammer it home. Pace of play was perfect they don't stack people up on the boxes like other munis trying to make their money. Great course, great club house, great views, good time.