I've played Santa Anita about once a year since moving to Cal. in 1970. I have NEVER seen the course in better condition! While it's not "Riviera", it is such a refreshing improvement from the conditi... Continue »

I've played Santa Anita about once a year since moving to Cal. in 1970. I have NEVER seen the course in better condition! While it's not "Riviera", it is such a refreshing improvement from the condition I've experienced over the past 30+ years. Kudos to the greenskeeper!

I have been playing this course regularly on weekends for many years now. It is a fun and challenging course, accommodating different playing levels. Note that I have posted a number of "tips" on th... Continue »

I have been playing this course regularly on weekends for many years now. It is a fun and challenging course, accommodating different playing levels. Note that I have posted a number of "tips" on this site on how to improve your scoring on this course. Take a look, you might find them helpful.

Generally, the course is in great shape, the exception being when they punch the greens as with any course. However, during the summer, they really pour a lot of water on the course to keep it green, which is a good thing. However, there are several areas of the course where water accumulates. Over the years, this has created a number of pot holes in the fairways which really are not necessary. In fact, they detract from the overall condition of the course. I think that it would be helpful for the course to consider the installation of so-called "french drains." Now, despite Bill O'Rielly's ban on importation of French products, use of these drains would really improve the course. The course superintendent could water the course as much as necessary without affecting the quality of play.

It's worth noting that Ed Howard, the head pro is a really great guy and does a good job of getting people out onto the course. This is sometimes difficult with all of the tournaments that are played on this course, even on weekends. I like to play in tournaments, but I would like to see them save the weekends (at least the mornings) for the working stiffs.

COURSE IN PRETTY GOOD SHAPE EXCEPT FOR THE SOGGY SPOTS. THEY'RE WATERING SO MUCH THERES SOME VERY SOGGY SPOTS. EVERYTHING ELSE PRETTY GOOD. (EXCEPT MY PARTNER FNGOLFER)

COURSE IN PRETTY GOOD SHAPE EXCEPT FOR THE SOGGY SPOTS. THEY'RE WATERING SO MUCH THERES SOME VERY SOGGY SPOTS. EVERYTHING ELSE PRETTY GOOD. (EXCEPT MY PARTNER FNGOLFER)

I love this little golf course. Played it many times but today was the first time this year. This place rewards well placed tee shots and there's just enough tilt in the greens to keep you interested.... Continue »

I love this little golf course. Played it many times but today was the first time this year. This place rewards well placed tee shots and there's just enough tilt in the greens to keep you interested. Course in great shape, smooth greens. (lost match)

Course appears to have fully recovered from aeration in early March. Fairways are starting to run a little quicker...maintenance folks are doing a great job with them. Some of the traps are a little... Continue »

Course appears to have fully recovered from aeration in early March. Fairways are starting to run a little quicker...maintenance folks are doing a great job with them. Some of the traps are a little inconsistant, but then you're not supposed to hit into them...that's why they call them hazards!

Pace of play is typical for heavily played county facility. Early morning is the best at 4-4.5 hours, but expect 5 hours or more after 10:00am. Marshal is pretty much worthless...drives around, says little, mostly reads paper and hits balls at back of the range. Needs to be replaced with someone who'll move people along...

play here almost every Saturday. It's normal to finish this course over 5 1/2 hours on weekend. I believe this is the case in every county course. Narrow fairways make this course a fun course to pl... Continue »

play here almost every Saturday. It's normal to finish this course over 5 1/2 hours on weekend. I believe this is the case in every county course. Narrow fairways make this course a fun course to play and improve short game. People need to repair their divots, please. Overall, great course for the price.

Played Friday 3/18 as a single walk on. Arrived at 6 am, hit first drive at 6:46. Finished at 11:00. Course deserves a rating raise. The greens are completely recovered from the very recent aeration... Continue »

Played Friday 3/18 as a single walk on. Arrived at 6 am, hit first drive at 6:46. Finished at 11:00. Course deserves a rating raise. The greens are completely recovered from the very recent aeration and are playing fast even in the morning dew and watering. Unlike a month ago, there was no overwatering anywhere on the course. Rough was even and fairways were bouncy with pretty good speed. One complaint for the starters is to try and get some faster rabbits in the first three groups to set the pace for the rest of the day.

fun course easy to walk shot my best round to date

fun course easy to walk shot my best round to date

Played 12/29. Course is in excellent shape considering the amount of play this track gets. Great starter (very courteous). Greens rolling fast and true. Greens are medium firmness and fairways are in ... Continue »

Played 12/29. Course is in excellent shape considering the amount of play this track gets. Great starter (very courteous). Greens rolling fast and true. Greens are medium firmness and fairways are in excellent condition.