Played this course on a saturday in July. Pace of play was slow 5.5 hrs, but condition of course was great.

Played this course on a saturday in July. Pace of play was slow 5.5 hrs, but condition of course was great.

This course is beautiful all year long, but a MUST SEE during early spring/late fall. Winding its way around the hills in Fairfield, Rancho Solano is a championship length course that offers a varied... Continue »

This course is beautiful all year long, but a MUST SEE during early spring/late fall. Winding its way around the hills in Fairfield, Rancho Solano is a championship length course that offers a varied experience depending on time of year and tees played from.
Lots of elevation change, plays long, fairways and greens are plush, etc. One thing that I noticed is that the Greens get lightening fast during the summer, at times I thought I was putting on concrete! However, the fairways and rough play so well its well worth it.
I played this course twilight about three times a week last summer and the value is spectacular!
Overall, the course is not too difficult, most holes are long and open with large greens and good upkeep.

Tuesday 1 PM. Very windy, few people. Had the course to ourselves. Maintenance is outstanding. The greens are extremely true and hold well. Fairways are running well and they keep the rough fair for p... Continue »

Tuesday 1 PM. Very windy, few people. Had the course to ourselves. Maintenance is outstanding. The greens are extremely true and hold well. Fairways are running well and they keep the rough fair for pace of play.
With the wind up, a tough enough track even off the whites. No gimme par 3s. The multi tiered greens were a lot of fun and a challenge. All around top marks and a good day. This is a good course to shakeout your game. Great staff too.

I normally don't post but I thought the rating of this course was deceiving enough to do so.
I should preface by explaining what type of golfer I am - I get our rarely but used to play avidly about 1... Continue »

I normally don't post but I thought the rating of this course was deceiving enough to do so.
I should preface by explaining what type of golfer I am - I get our rarely but used to play avidly about 10 years ago. I'm about a 14. Most importatntly, when I go out golfing I am looking for an experience and a course with a lot of open space and minimal or now housing. For me, Rancho Solano was a 6. The reasons:

What I liked: Staff was friendly, we played on a weekday and the pace was pretty good and there was a decent wind, which made playing in the middle of the heat wave bearable. The greens especially and the course were well taken care of, wide open course so if you haven't played in a while it will be forgiving.

What I didn't like: By my standards, a lot of housing around the course. Even if there wasn't a house right adjacent to the hole, within driving distance is several hamlets of new development. I also found the layout, especially on the front, rather uninspiring. Some repitition in par 3 and 4 types - lots of 180-200 par 3s. Apart from the housing, what I liked lease was the size of the greens - enormous. I was 3 and even 4 putting regularly and if you are playing recreationally, that leaves a bad taste in your mouth.

My two cents: Doesn't live up to the hype and moderately overpriced. Go somewhere else if you are a golfer similar to me.

Great course, city owned. Greens are huge speed was medium fast. Really a fun course but not that long. Shot makers course. Alot of sand, and water on about 6 or 7 holes. Was a little slow, behin... Continue »

Great course, city owned. Greens are huge speed was medium fast. Really a fun course but not that long. Shot makers course. Alot of sand, and water on about 6 or 7 holes. Was a little slow, behind a group of ladies and they were in no hurry but still enjoyed the round, Sister course a cross the freeway which is also alot of fun. If in area should check it out. Coupon for 52$ and lunch.

One of my favorites.
Immaculate greens.

One of my favorites.
Immaculate greens.

Worth the drive. Best golfer discipline for pace, weekdays with kind staff throughout.
Fun layout and always in great shape.
Only downside; no practice area. Not a biggy anyway.

Worth the drive. Best golfer discipline for pace, weekdays with kind staff throughout.
Fun layout and always in great shape.
Only downside; no practice area. Not a biggy anyway.

If you couldn't play golf in N. CA today, with the weather as good as it was, you missed a great day to be out. Took on the fairways & greens at Rancho Solano on a day with little/no wind. RARE. I ... Continue »

If you couldn't play golf in N. CA today, with the weather as good as it was, you missed a great day to be out. Took on the fairways & greens at Rancho Solano on a day with little/no wind. RARE. I can't think of any courses that are in better shape than RS in every aspect at the moment...altho I didn't get in any sand today so can't quantify a rating there, but everything else, especially the greens, were in top-notch condition. The fairways were soggy in some places, not unexpected after the storms we had last weekend, but still very playable. A special thank you to the cart lady this day...the "order-from-your-cart" menu function wasn't working and this young lady took my order on the 9th tee, went back to the clubhouse to fill it, and brought it back out to me before we finished the hole. What service! And if you don't notice her smile, you need to have your eyes checked. The staff at RS are very good and even tho it's a 100+ mile round trip for me, it is always worth the drive.

The course conditions are much like most private CC's. The greens are the largest in California, fast and true. The wind is NOT that often to complain about. Delta / San Pablo afternoon breezes on hol... Continue »

The course conditions are much like most private CC's. The greens are the largest in California, fast and true. The wind is NOT that often to complain about. Delta / San Pablo afternoon breezes on holes #1-4 usually in the summer months. Great staff, clubhouse and new carts (1 yr). Best bargain in No Cal !! Especially if you're a Fairfield resident.