Maybe the best condition I have seen these 2 courses. Played by myself mid day. 87 degrees, little wind and the only reason it took 3.5 hours was because I was behind 4somes. Lush and in excellent prime season condition. Tees and fairways lush and well maintained. Near immaculate. Sand well maintained. Rough not overseeded and is mostly dormant, clumpy Bermuda mowed low. But ca... » More

Maybe the best condition I have seen these 2 courses. Played by myself mid day. 87 degrees, little wind and the only reason it took 3.5 hours was because I was behind 4somes. Lush and in excellent prime season condition. Tees and fairways lush and well maintained. Near immaculate. Sand well maintained. Rough not overseeded and is mostly dormant, clumpy Bermuda mowed low. But can still be penal with lies varying tremendously within a small area. Large Bermuda greens firm and medium quick. Smooth with few ball marks. Restaurant good for a golf course. Customer service excellent both inside/outside the club. Practice facilities and the GPS on the carts are both excellent. Highly recommended.
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From 11/25

Played Balboa GC again, this course is another old reliable course to enjoy a round of golf. Interestingly, best conditions I have ever seen on this course, which is likely due to major rainfall that occurred over the prior two weeks.

The course was in very good condition for a high traffic muni and as green as I have ever seen it. Pace of pla... » More

From 11/25

Played Balboa GC again, this course is another old reliable course to enjoy a round of golf. Interestingly, best conditions I have ever seen on this course, which is likely due to major rainfall that occurred over the prior two weeks.

The course was in very good condition for a high traffic muni and as green as I have ever seen it. Pace of play was around 4.25 hours. I note the following conditions:

Tee Boxes: good condition, level and green.

Fairways: good condition, green and defined from rough.

Greens: Very good condition, and the fastest I have ever played here. Maybe a 10ish - 10.5ish, it was an excellent surprise that made the course so much better.

Sand: good condition generally and OK in most areas, and in other areas were hard packed.

Rough: good condition, maintained and defined, about 3 – 5 inches.

Again enjoyed this course! The design is flat but strong if playing from the tips. This course is a another go-to that I always enjoy playing. Food was again good at their restaurant! Think of this course as the reliable cheese burger from your local grill. It is a solid course for the golf fix... Again recommended!
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From 12/4

Played ANGC with a mid-morning tee time. The course was in good condition and with a solid green look to it. No dry out or dirt spots observed, conditions are rated a 4.48 out of 5 overall. I note the following:

Tee Boxes: Level and lush, no damage
Fairways: Green and tight, no damage
Greens: Green, firm, and fast, no damage. 11ish in speed.... » More

From 12/4

Played ANGC with a mid-morning tee time. The course was in good condition and with a solid green look to it. No dry out or dirt spots observed, conditions are rated a 4.48 out of 5 overall. I note the following:

Tee Boxes: Level and lush, no damage
Fairways: Green and tight, no damage
Greens: Green, firm, and fast, no damage. 11ish in speed.
Sand: Well maintained and soft
Rough and Waste Areas: Well maintained and defined
Driving Range: Off grass and in good condition
POP: 4 hours

As previously reviewed, this course is a desert layout that requires control off the tee and into greens. Greens roll fast but hold good shots. ANGC is an excellent layout that can be enjoyed by any reasonably consistent golfer. I recommend this course, especially if a discounted rate is found.

ANGC is a solid players layout and worth the experience. Driving range is off grass and a great place to practice. Recommended if you have the game for the course and don't mind paying $100+ for a round of golf. I believe at $100 - $120 it is totally worth what you are paying for... Really endorse this course!
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From 12/11

Soule Park playing very fine...


Had the pleasure of playing SP once again! Excellent weather and conditions all around today with almost no wind. I note the following:


Tee Boxes: Level and green, no damage. Condition very good.


Fairways: Green, lush, and defined from rough. Grabby with limited rollout. Condition ver... » More

From 12/11

Soule Park playing very fine...


Had the pleasure of playing SP once again! Excellent weather and conditions all around today with almost no wind. I note the following:


Tee Boxes: Level and green, no damage. Condition very good.


Fairways: Green, lush, and defined from rough. Grabby with limited rollout. Condition very good.


Greens: Green, medium-fast in speed, on the medium to firm side, and tricky to read at times. Speed about a 11. Condition very good.


Sand: Maintained with heavy consistency. Condition very good.


Rough: Maintained and defined, about 3 – 5 inches. Condition very good.


Waste Areas: Maintained with overgrown nature that offered little to no recovery potential. Condition very good.


Driving Range: Very nice driving range! Same as last review.


Practice Areas: Chipping area present was nice but compact. Conditions was above average. Same as last review.


POP: 4.33 hours – no wait was encountered after the first tee box.


Other: A very nice golf shop, high grade. Service received was excellent!


Restaurant: Zaidi's Restaurant was again outstanding! Again, this is one of the best golf course restaurants you can eat at! The food here is top of the line and a must to enjoy when playing SP! A post round meal here makes for the perfect day! Fish and Chips were very good, but nothing beats the California Burger...


This is a great golf course that requires a solid golf game to score. I loved this track and hope to be able to play it again in the near future. Bring your A-game and putting imagination... Again Fully Endorsed!
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Course lush and in excellent prime season condition. Tees and fairways lush and well maintained. Near immaculate. Sand well maintained. Rough not overseeded and is mostly dormant, clumpy Bermuda mowed low. Lies can vary tremendously within a small area. Large Bermuda greens firm and medium quick. Smooth with few ball marks. Restaurant good for a golf course. Customer service ex... » More

Course lush and in excellent prime season condition. Tees and fairways lush and well maintained. Near immaculate. Sand well maintained. Rough not overseeded and is mostly dormant, clumpy Bermuda mowed low. Lies can vary tremendously within a small area. Large Bermuda greens firm and medium quick. Smooth with few ball marks. Restaurant good for a golf course. Customer service excellent both inside/outside the club. Practice facilities and the GPS on the carts are both excellent. Highly recommended.
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