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6/11/15-Reading some of the reviews, I get the feeling that some want absolute TV standard courses to play for $25. We are quite fortunate to have courses such as Indian Hills in our area. I reside in the Coachella Valley where are no courses for less than $45. So, come on out and play one for $50-170 (or more) if Indian Hills is not good enough. Okay, 'snuff said that way. This course has interesting holes, and they ain't easy. Oh, I might get an 89 or a 110. Depends on my concentration. Best to hit the fairways, because the rough is what it's supposed to be -- Rough! And most have gorgeous trees that offer narrow targets to the fairway from the rough. There are several picturesque holes that demand a camera shot. The greenskeepers are excellent, and they work hard to maintain the playability for golfers like me. The two of us love this course - play it at least once each month. And -- Rudy in the snack bar can prepare a snack that you will remember. Give it a try. Don't be judgmental. Enjoy the 4 hours of quiet and beauty. There are divots in the fairways because those who don't know what the jugs of sand on the cart are for. And, there are ball marks on the greens because the putters don't carry repair tools. Don't blame the course, blame the idiotic behavior of the gamers.
4 Likes.
6/4/15 - I've read some recent reviews that sound bad re: some areas of interest. However, if one considers the greens fee cost, the service staff, and compare those facts with some other area courses, most things are favorable. This day, we did follow (as a twosome) four players that took long, long times at each hole. We finally passed them, and went forward without interruption or waiting. Big deal? Not really, we made up 3 holes by playing three more to make it 18. Bottom line... we're not serious scorekeepers; we play for the enjoyment of the game; we have a great time playing every week. Shandin Hills is one that we play regularly (about every 3-4 weeks). The Sunshine Pass fee is well worth it. The ball marks on the greens and the divots on the fairways are not totally the fault of the greenskeepers. Players should take care of that. Maybe some don't carry repair tools. But, there's no excuse for divots. The sand containers are provided on the carts, and the sand is premium. Yes, some bunkers need some work, but they are not the worst you will find. We will continue playing this lovely, challenging course in months to come.
3 Likes.
22 May 14 - This course is challenging and beautiful. One might think that Shandin Hills in SB County, and Indian Hills and Jurupa Hills in Riverside County are all the same. Not. Each have challenging holes that are different from the other courses in every way. Jurupa has some holes that would seem to be easily parred. No. 18 is just over some water, and a fine target - it seems. Deceiving. The staff at Jurupa Hills is outstanding, helpful, friendly, and hard at work. Play it at least once each month. Never has been a disappointment. Will continue as long as I can. Thank you Jurupa Hills staff.
1 Like.
15 May 2014 - We play this course at least once per month. Staff is outstanding. Rudy in the coffee shop is a great cook, makes fantastic coffee, and has been friendly for more than 20 years. You get the concept of "hills" on tees no. 1 and 10. Gorgeous settings, and the course is challenging. If you go twenty yards off the rough on some holes - forget it - wild country. Makes you need to aim your shot on those. We love this course, and will continue playing it as long as we can. Thank you, greenkeepers and staff.
2 Likes.
8 May 2014 - Tee Time B4 7 am. Wait too long, and the regulars are there, and will slow down play somewhat. This is a favorite course of ours. Play it at least once per month. The staff are all outstanding, helpful, friendly, accommodating - always. This is a somewhat challenging course because of the uphill tee to green on a few of the holes. This course is designed to not be an easy course, yet we sometimes score in the 80s. And sometimes, yes, 103 to 108. Not the course's fault. Par 3s are challenging. We love the course. $25 with Sunshine pass. Get one; it's worth it.
2 Likes.
8/8/13-You will see some questionable ratings by me on specific items. Do not be discouraged by that. We can always make adjustments. For a public course that offers an ideal greens fee, and that gets a lot of play, I have no real complaints. We love this course, and play it often. The maintenance staff does an admirable job on this challenging course. Almost every hole has a uniqueness that demands attention to the shots. Fairways on some holes are wide, but when you get within range of the hole, the bunkers will challenge, or the tiers on the green will surprise, and the illusion of putting uphill takes some study. Guaranteed pleasure. I do wish that some of the local players would not drive carts so close to the greens. What we see sometimes is occupants striding easily to the greens area, disembarking from the cart parked within a few feet. That tends to damage it for chip shots, etc. Also, be aware that the fairway tilts and leans and is bumpy in areas. Sometimes, you must look in the opposite direction from where you saw the ball land. Excellent course. The snack bar attendants are always courteous and helpful. The pro shop staff is outstanding. Good for them all!
4 Likes.
7/25/13-Tee Time 7:20 - 2-some. We play every week somewhere in Riverside or San Bernardino counties. This one is always one of our favorites. Challenging every time. Just when you think you can bounce one onto the green from 60-100 yards out, you find out that the grass is like Velcro. Gotta hit the green. Greens are challenging to read. Optical illusions will sometimes baffle you. This time when I played, I did not have a "sand" shot, so I cannot really review the quality of the bunkers. The other player hit into 2 or 3, and had trouble getting out. Probably because he didn't strike the ball correctly. Love this course for its character. The pro shop staff is friendly, and will do their best to get you out on time. It's a popular course. The snack bar is outstanding. We each had the Tuna Salad sandwich. Ever had a sandwich like that, that is about 1 1/2 inches thick? Well, prepare thyself. Good food, friendly service. Don't charge for coffee refills, either. Love the place.
3 Likes.
Overall, I love this course. I wish they would move it closer to my residence. My review shows some bareness in the fairways and rough. Tolerable. The greens are amazingly good. I noticed one where some idiot obviously "chunked" at the surface with a club. I hope that someone with him chastised his ignorant action. The sandtraps vary. Two of them I played from had 1/2 inch of sand above a crusted base. (I sensibly looked at my footprints in the second one, and played the shot accordingly.) Another one had great sand. Again, this is one of my favorite courses because of the challenge for the price. A fantastic variance in layout of each hole. Rolling fairways (left and right) and downhill/uphill make the course wonderfully interesting. And, the food? Great fare. (I wish they had the beef/barley soup again, but they've discontinued soups - ah, well...) The greens fee is below what you would expect to pay, noted and appreciated as you return to your vehicle after finishing the round. I'll be back!
5 Likes.
17 Jan 13-Each time I play Shandin Hills, the quality of the course has improved. Checking in, with a greens fee price at a wonderfully low level, is always a great way to start a golfing day. At this time of year, getting a tasty cup of hot coffee is important, and they do have that. Carts can be loaded and unloaded in the parking lot, thank goodness -- there is a steep decline/incline to and from the clubhouse area. The first tee encourages anyone, since it seems wide open with a gorgeous view. On this day, the wind was howling to begin. Yet, I made par. During this time of year, you can hit a 180 yard drive and the ball will roll another 50 at Shandin Hills. My review will state that the fairways are thin, sometimes lush. I don't know if that is sufficient description. At times, yes, your ball will land in what might be considered "bare." Too bad. It's not like rock. One thing about Shandin Hills -- the trees. Strategic placement. And -- you are allowed to remove the ball from tree wells. Figure it out for yourself and your partners, and go with it. Draw or fade, and you can be in a hazardous condition. The sand traps' sand is fluffy, so don't blame your extrusion on the condition. Ya gotta do the right thing. The greens are gorgeous, yet deceiving. Better walk around your line of sight, because you're gonna get fooled. Another set of surprises for you as you finish your round. The final par 3 is over a water hazard. Better get to the green, or you're in the water or a sand trap. Play it safe. Number 18 -- Oh, you're in for a surprise. The same water comes into play on the right, and a fence line greets you on the left. Bunkers protect the green. Love this course for its challenge!
13 Likes.
20Sep12-Twosome. Yucaipa has always been a favorite because of price, service, and quality. In the past year, the quality of the course has improved dramatically. My ratings for greens are primarily due to the players' inattention to repair pitchmarks, not the quality of greenskeeping. The fairways on Yucaipa are decidedly different than in the past - even during 2011. Grass is no longer patchy, fairways are not hard. (My drives and fairway shots do not roll 30-50 yards now, as they did before.) Therefore, the challenge level of the course has improved upwards. One must be more aware of wet spots when driving the golf cart, to avoid unnecessary damage to the course. In fact, on hole #1, I hit my 3rd shot to the green, and found myself splattered with muddy water. Not the course's fault; I should have been on in 2, right? The service staff has always been commendable, from the pro shop to the snack bar to the cart barn. And the cost? Hmpf! You won't find a better value. Every bit is top notch. And the wildlife, especially the ducks, are fun to watch. Just be careful... they'll bother you, even when you're on the tee. Don't feed 'em; they learn fast, you know.

Yucaipa Valley Golf Club Review
Yucaipa California Golf Course Reviews
0 Likes.
5/3/2012 (and on 4/25/12) - This course is old, yes, but the challenge level is high, even if your drives are more than 200 yards, and your accuracy is spot on. No two holes are the same. Get in the treeline, and you're looking at a wall - just as it should be - with small openings here and there. Of the four par 3s, you must hit at least a 160 yard shot to 3 of them. The other (145 yards or so) is so well protected that it tests your ability for accuracy. The greens fee is unbelievably low for such a high quality, well maintained course. If you have a military ID, you qualify for a nice discount. A new clubhouse is under construction, scheduled for completion this month, so about all you can get right now are beverages. This is a gorgeous course. Though I must travel an hour one-way, I always look forward to playing this 50s course. One day, soon, I'll shoot below 100 (though it might only occur on the nearby military firing range).

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Played 10/23/11 after driving 3.5 hours to get to Laughlin area. First comment must be made about Linda in the Pro Shop. She is such a lady and so helpful, friendly, happy to be there and to greet you. And the Coffee Shop -- the two ladies there are delightful and friendly, filled with customer service attributes. Paid $19 greens fee. Take that into consideration for an older course in great condition for that fee. If the ball stays in the fairway, you'll play quickly through, and probably score well. But!!! Get in the rough, even when you see where it landed, you might search for more than 5 minutes, and not find it. So, have a few extras in your pocket or your bag. Actually, between the two of us in our golf car, we probably found about 15 balls that others had lost. The ball rolls into the rough, and nestles down -- maybe covering itself with grass. So, if you find your ball, and it's nestled just a bit, you'd better take a 7 iron or less and swing hard and true to make it go 15 to 20 yards out of the rough. Gives you appreciation for the pros we see on TV when they swing hard at a buried ball and scythe the grass with the clubhead, and watch the ball go only 25-50 yards. Bunkers, well, they're there. The sand isn't the greatest, and the lips are sometimes so steep you must hit the ball back toward the tee to advance it at all. Remember, though, the greens fee - $19. I play Desert Lakes every year as a warm-up for other golf in the area. It's closer to Laughlin than Cerbat Cliffs, though that course is fun, too, if you don't mind traveling to Kingman. From what I heard from people who played Desert Lakes long ago, I believe the course has improved dramatically. That's good news. Locals -- take better care of it by repairing divots and ball marks. Okay?

Desert Lakes Golf Course Review
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