Played this track for the first time yesterday morning at 7:20am (12/10/11). Drove up from San Diego using golfnow.com rewards points and even though it was a long drive (~40 mins), I thoroughly enjoy... Continue »

Played this track for the first time yesterday morning at 7:20am (12/10/11). Drove up from San Diego using golfnow.com rewards points and even though it was a long drive (~40 mins), I thoroughly enjoyed my round here at the Welk Resort Fountains. I was greeted by friendly staff at the pro shop where I checked in and headed over to the first tee. It was about 40 degrees and freezing. I couldn't feel my hands for about 5 holes but the first few holes were fairly short. You get a good mix of lowered/ raised tee boxes which allow you to pick through your bag for the right club selection, which was fun.

The next set of holes opened up to really nice views of the surrounding mountains (minus highway 15). I hit driver on most every par 4 but would consider hitting a 3 iron/hybrid off the tee next time to give me better approach shots with a PW. My game from inside 110 is my worst problem and it showed on this course. I was left with a lot of 65-85 yard shots and often chose the wrong club between SW and LW. This course will certainly challenge your wedge game. The greens are fairly small, too.

The greens were very well kept. Minimal ball marks and patch-free. Rolled true and soft. Early in the morning the greens were slow but I snuck in a few extra holes once they dried out in the afternoon and showed some breaks that weren't there in the morning. Fairways and rough were above average. Traps were decent; no rocks! This course is kept really nice.

The marshalls and cart girl were very friendly and courteous. Pace was very fast in the beginning but at the turn I got stuck behind a foursome who played incredibly slow. They finally let me play through after about 5 holes, then I played another 14 holes with no one in front or behind me. However, it looked very backed up on the front 9 about noon. I would play this course again but only in the early morning. One of the marshalls said it does tend to get very slow in the afternoon so be fair warned. I was able to finish 32 holes in about 5 hours; it was that open. I even hit multiple shots to take advantage of the practice time.

Overall, I would recommend this course to someone living closer to the area who is ready to try a more challenging executive track with a traditional course layout and feel. I think it's about 4400 yards and at least you get to let the big dog eat half the time. Big hitters could definitely hit a lot of these greens off the tees. There are some fun doglegs that give you opportunities to hit fades and draws right into the pins from raised tee boxes. This would be a great course for the intermediate player who wants to PLAY golf and read the course to choose the right shot.

Welk Resort San Diego Golf Course Review
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We always enjoy playing here. I very well maintained Exec course which really makes you work for par. Staff are always so very nice and accomodating. They recently added two small warm up hitting n... Continue »

We always enjoy playing here. I very well maintained Exec course which really makes you work for par. Staff are always so very nice and accomodating. They recently added two small warm up hitting nets, and their practice greens are in very nice shape as well. We purchase the frequent player booklet which affords great deals after 1200 (2 play for $50 w/cart - Fountains) Have been punching/sanding some greens, but overall they are pretty much back to normal-a little bumpy. Hard to figure them all out as some played verrrry slow and others quite fast. Divots for the most part were repaired...with only occassional needing TLC. Winds in the mid-day/afternoon will come into play on the back 9. Bunkers are quite compact and somewhat difficult to armstrong your way out of. Rangers do rove to keep pace of play moving, and are always very pleasant. Cart Girl you can usually see 1 or 2 times; but don't always count on them. 9th Hole snack bar not always open either - so always be prepared and bring a snack or drink. Overall though we love this course and it is fantastic for meeting great people and working on your game. Not a mamby pamby Exec Course by any means. Overall as of yesterday 9/10/11 the course was in GREAT shape and fun to play. We play it almost every Saturday :)

Very nice Exec course for people of all ages and skill level. Staff are typically very friendly and courteous. Overall nice course and a lot of fun.

Very nice Exec course for people of all ages and skill level. Staff are typically very friendly and courteous. Overall nice course and a lot of fun.

This was a fun course with the hazards and various elevations. This helped to keep it interesting. The course has nice wide fairways that provide a lot of opportunity to keep the ball in play even w... Continue »

This was a fun course with the hazards and various elevations. This helped to keep it interesting. The course has nice wide fairways that provide a lot of opportunity to keep the ball in play even with some bad hits. Busy course, though, so better book early if you want to get your tee time.

If you are down this way and want a fast, fun round or have a beginer for a wife or husband or any reason this is a fun track. It isnt long but it isnt easy. Lots of elevation changes, lots of thought... Continue »

If you are down this way and want a fast, fun round or have a beginer for a wife or husband or any reason this is a fun track. It isnt long but it isnt easy. Lots of elevation changes, lots of thought on shots. The wife is new to the game and loves the pace of play, the course is not a killer and there are lots of folks just like her on the course. I like the place as it is VERY good for your short game. It plays fast. There is usually an internet deal on their website. It is a nice place to have fun.

Love this PAR 62 executive. It's almost always in very good condition, and the terrain is beautiful - hilly with lots of large boulders, tons of scrub and a few water hazards.

even if you're not a ... Continue »

Love this PAR 62 executive. It's almost always in very good condition, and the terrain is beautiful - hilly with lots of large boulders, tons of scrub and a few water hazards.

even if you're not a huge fan of executives (like me) this is a really entertaining track.