Played 8.17.20 at 6:40 am. POP was great as to be expected at that time of day. Played in 2:45 as a twosome. Didn’t wait on a single shot. Greens rolled well. Fairways were a bit shaggy. Course was pl... Continue »

Played 8.17.20 at 6:40 am. POP was great as to be expected at that time of day. Played in 2:45 as a twosome. Didn’t wait on a single shot. Greens rolled well. Fairways were a bit shaggy. Course was playing long with the humid air and no rollout. Tees were fine. Rough was either US open deep or thin. Made for some lucky or unlucky breaks which I’m fine with.

First time playing Chino Creek. Played Butterfield a few times. Chino is for sure the tougher of the two. I’d say it plays at least 3 shots harder. Some very demanding second shots on the back nine in particular 15 and 18. Im a 1 handicap and shot 75. Could probably break par if I played it again now that I know what clubs id hit off some of the tighter tee shots. If you are in the area it’s one of the best values out there.

Played 7/21 at 4PM. Greens were in good shape albeit a bit bumpy (as one might expect late in the day). Fairways were very nice; bunkers hardpan without much sand; tees were variable with some bare ... Continue »

Played 7/21 at 4PM. Greens were in good shape albeit a bit bumpy (as one might expect late in the day). Fairways were very nice; bunkers hardpan without much sand; tees were variable with some bare and hard and others fluffy. Pace of play was very good at just under 4 hours allowing for round to be completed before dark even with the late start. El Prado does a good job with following social distancing guidelines as regards carts and gathering around starter's box. Winds from the west kept course temperature in the mid-80's making for pleasant playing conditions.

Played 6-25-20 early morning walking for $24, getting around the course in a little under 3 1/2 hours with some minor waiting. Tee boxes were in decent shape, semi-lush for the most part, had to searc... Continue »

Played 6-25-20 early morning walking for $24, getting around the course in a little under 3 1/2 hours with some minor waiting. Tee boxes were in decent shape, semi-lush for the most part, had to search for a level stance but could always find one. Fairways were mostly in decent shape with some thin and brown spots but mostly had nice lies but not much roll out. Rough was a mixed bag of different lengths with multiple kinds of grass and weeds, and some bare spots here and there. Was in one greenside bunker that was very firm and thin. Greens were soft and rolling okay at medium pace with and occasional bump.

My intentions were to play Butterfield Stage, but it worked out that Chino Creek was less crowded so decided to play there. Course was about what I expected and consistent with chevelle's review. Gr... Continue »

My intentions were to play Butterfield Stage, but it worked out that Chino Creek was less crowded so decided to play there. Course was about what I expected and consistent with chevelle's review. Greens were not as good as they were just a few weeks ago. Fairways were decent, enough grass to secure a decent lie. The best part was that the rough was not so thick that you'd lose a ball every time you missed the fairway. Bunkers were a mixed bag, some raked with sand, some thin/compacted.

I'm just grateful that this course was able to survive the covid crisis. I never go to El Prado expecting anything more than basic golf, as a reasonable price, which is what you get. Staff is always friendly.

THE TRUTH, THE WHOLE TRUTH and NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH
Played friday june 19th at 7:30
Tee boxes- l always found a level spot, dormant grass
Fairways - green with mixed grasses and some bare spots
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THE TRUTH, THE WHOLE TRUTH and NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH
Played friday june 19th at 7:30
Tee boxes- l always found a level spot, dormant grass
Fairways - green with mixed grasses and some bare spots
Rough- just what ever weeds are growing with many bare spots
Traps - hard pan dirt
Greens- green no bare spots, some ball marks, long grass and very bumpy , the ball bounced alot when putted, very slow, did not roll well
POP 3:59
NO OPINION, JUST FACT

Played course on Monday 6/8 at 3PM. Santa Ana winds were up making things a bit more challenging than usual - course was pretty empty with a lot of open holes out there. Greens were a bit slower tha... Continue »

Played course on Monday 6/8 at 3PM. Santa Ana winds were up making things a bit more challenging than usual - course was pretty empty with a lot of open holes out there. Greens were a bit slower than normal but pretty smooth otherwise. Rough was mostly playable but still had a few spots where it was pretty deep. Chino course is a great traditional design which makes you use a lot of clubs and lets you hit an offline shot every now and then that you can find (as opposed to a number of the newer IE courses that have "environmentally sensitive" areas that you can't play from). Overall a nice place for a relaxing round. One other note: driving range is now open.

Another early tee time, 6:40. Front 9 was overcast and the sun was out for the back nine. Typical CV19 protocol, staff at the gate to verify times. Then check in and head to the tee box within the ... Continue »

Another early tee time, 6:40. Front 9 was overcast and the sun was out for the back nine. Typical CV19 protocol, staff at the gate to verify times. Then check in and head to the tee box within the 15 minute window.

Tee boxes were good, no problem finding a spot to hit from. Fairways were pretty good. Didnt have a bad lie today. The front 9 was soaked from watering so no roll out. Greens were good although a little slow from what I remember. I wasnt in any bunkers so no comment, but from what I could see very little to no sand in most. On course facilities were open. No cart service. POP was less than 4 hours which was outstanding.

Played at 4 hr 15 min round at El Prado Chino Creek on 5/1 with start time at 3pm. Greens were slow and a bit bumpy; fairways were decent; bunkers were hard and unkempt; rough (as others have reporte... Continue »

Played at 4 hr 15 min round at El Prado Chino Creek on 5/1 with start time at 3pm. Greens were slow and a bit bumpy; fairways were decent; bunkers were hard and unkempt; rough (as others have reported) was very deep and difficult to play out of. Wind from the west kept the course very comfortable on a day that what supposed to be pretty hot. Kudos to El Prado staff for really embracing the concept of social distancing: line for starters window, location of carts, signage leading to the tees all emphasized proper distancing. Pro shop and snack bar/restaurant closed but water and gatorade were available from starter. Nice job guys!

First off at 5:50am. Starter advised that both courses were sold out today, which perhaps explains why the starter was not particularly friendly. (IMO) $24 to walk, so at least they are not price gou... Continue »

First off at 5:50am. Starter advised that both courses were sold out today, which perhaps explains why the starter was not particularly friendly. (IMO) $24 to walk, so at least they are not price gouging. Covid restrictions as expected. Inverted cups with flags, which is perfectly acceptable. Masks required. Greens were reasonably smooth, but very slow. Fairways had been cut, but are still thick, not allowing much run out. The rough is a whole different matter ! You see they have been cutting it, but it still "U.S.Open" lush in many areas, I must have found a dozen+ balls. Bunkers are thin, but well manicured. What I noticed most is the removal of almost all fairway bunkers. I don't remember when this was done, but it sure changes the aesthetics of the course. I suspect I know the reason, but the visual is so much less pleasing. In all fairness, the course was in decent condition. I would recommend playing here now because the positives outweigh the negatives.