Gleneagles Golf Course
Gleneagles Golf Course
Gleneagles Golf Course is located in: San Francisco, CA
Phone: 415-587-2425
Website: http://www.gleneaglesgolfsf.com
Course History:
Gleneagles is one of the finest golf courses in San Francisco and the rates are incredibly reasonable given the quality of the course. It was built in 1962 and quickly became a favorite among locals and visitors. The cypress lined fairways and challenging terrain can be a little daunting for some players, but overall, this course is well suited for most players.
What You Need to Know:
The topography and slick greens make this a challenging course for most players. You’ll want to try to be as accurate as possible to get a good score. Although it’s technically a nine hole course, most people play a full eighteen. The 19th hole is absolutely incredible and offers a great place to relax for all players. After a round on this course, you’re definitely going to need to kick back and enjoy all of the amenities.
Although the club does not specifically state that there is a dress code, it’s always best to err on the side of caution and wear a collared shirt with trousers. Although it’s a cheap course to play, they are very serious about divot replacement, so please keep this in mind while you’re playing.They also enforce a pretty strict rule on fast play, so don’t dawdle on the course. It’s very popular so they do expect players to finish up in about 4 and a half hours if you’re playing the full 18 or about 2 hours if you’re only doing nine holes.
Playing Hints:
Accuracy is key here and you’re going to want to practice putting before you arrive. The greens are incredibly fast and slick and it’s best to try to hone your skills ahead of time if you don’t want to blow your score. It’s easy to watch a very good approach go to waste on these greens, so please keep this in mind.Overall, the course is challenging and we do recommend a cart since some of the hills are a little tough. It’s a good idea to use one especially since they do want players to keep the game moving. The third hole is a par four that should help you salvage any damage done on the first two tees, but watch out of the fourth hole. It looks like a simple par three, but it’s actually pretty difficult to master.The seventeenth and eighteenth holes are a great challenge if you want to try to get a par on this course, so do your best to have a really strong and accurate tee shot.
Fees:
Mon through Thurs9 Holes - $1518 Holes - $23
Fri, Sat, Sun and Holidays
9 Holes - $18.50
18 Holes - $30.50
Senior Rates - $90 for 10 rounds on weekdays
Junior Rates - $90 for 10 rounds on weekdays
Carts (maximum of 2 riders)
9 holes - $1918 holes - $26Extra - $14
Pull Carts
9 Holes - $5
18 Holes - $9
Extra - $4
Harding Park Golf Club
Harding Park Golf Club is located in: San Francisco, CA
Phone: (415)750-GOLF
Website: http://www.harding-park.com
Course History:
This is a municipal golf course that was opened in 1925. Since then, it has been one of the most popular courses in the area. With a par 72 and more than 6,400 yards of playing space it is suitable both for beginners and professionals. The course was designed by Chris Gray. A dramatic redesign ending in 2005 with the hosting of the World Golf Championships.
What You Need to Know:
Harding Park offers the ability to reserve your tee time up to thirty days in advance. They have an automated system to reserve your time which is available at the phone number above. If you are not a resident, the regular rate will apply, however residents are given a discount if they produce a valid ID.
Golf lessons are offered at the course from several pros. This course will be the location for the President’s Cup in 2009. Please visit their website for more information about this special event.
The clubhouse restaurant is incredible and serves everything from prime rib to special buffet style dinners. They begin serving breakfast at 7am and full menus can be downloaded from their website. The clubhouse is also available for special event catering.
Playing Hints:
Although the first hole starts off easy enough, by the second hole you’ll be ready for a challenge. With fairway bunkers and a difficult approach, you’ll want to do all you can to really power that first shot past these hazards.
The sixth hole is by far the hardest to master and will take every bit of strength and strategy to get it done. It is possible to birdie this hole if you take the right approach. Don’t be fooled by the appearance of the green, this one is definitely deceptive.
Hole twelve is a par five that will give you a chance to make up for the more difficult holes you’ve already passed. With the right combination of clubs you can eagle this one or at the very least, birdie it.
Hole seventeen looks really easy, and at a par three, you wouldn’t think it would be that hard. Just watch out for the prevailing winds which can really wreak havoc on your game.
The last hole is their signature hole and is a true test of your mettle. The only way to get around the dogleg is to risk the bunker, so aim carefully and watch out for the slope ahead of the green.
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Green Fees:
Monday through Friday / Weekends
| Standard/Visitors * | $135.00 | $155.00 |
| Standard Twilight* | $105.00 | $125.00 |
| Standard Super Twilight-After 5PM | $45.00 | $55.00 |
| Standard Off-Season/Aerification * | $115.00 | $135.00 |
| Northern California Counties * | $89.00 | $99.00 |
| Northern California Counties twilight * | $69.00 | $79.00 |
| Northern California Super Twilight-After 5PM | $45.00 | $55.00 |
| Northern California Off-Season/Aerification * | $79.00 | $89.00 |
| San Francisco Resident card holder | $46.00 | $59.00 |
| San Francisco Resident card twilight | $35.00 | $44.00 |
| San Francisco Senior Resident card holder(65 & over) | $31.00 | $59.00 |
| San Francisco Resident Juniors (17 & under) | $15.00 | $20.00 |
| CART FEES | Mon. - Thurs. | Fri. - Sun.** |
| Pull-cart rental | $9.00 | $9.00 |
| Golf cart rental (per person) | $13.00 | $13.00 |
| Twilight (per person) | $10.00 | $10.00 |
Golden Gate Park Golf Course
Golden Gate Golf Course is located in: San Francisco, CA
Phone: (415) 751-8987
Website: http://www.goldengateparkgolf.com/
Course History:
This course was first opened in 1951. Although it is a nine hole course, the Par 27 ranging over more than 1200 yards offers a challenging diversions for all levels of players. It is perfect for executives or for those who prefer a quicker round of golf.
What You Need to Know:
Please note that this course operates under a first come, first serve basis. You cannot reserve tee times unless you are a tournament player. If you are alone, you may be paired up or added to a group. If there is a wait on the first tee, players are queued on a first come basis.
There are a few rules at this course. First, all USGA rules apply and the course stocks a copy of these if you need a refresher. If you are on the course, you must pay the green fee, even if you do not plan to play. All players must have their own clubs and they may not share them. Rentals are available at the club house for a reasonable fee. Alcohol may not be brought on to the course, but they do make it available at the club house.
The course is open all year round and you can even play there on holidays. There is a practice range available complete with nets. There are 10 stalls and lessons are also available. If you do need to rent clubs to practice, there is no fee if you purchase a bucket of balls. These start at $4. Their Beyond the Ball training lessons are available both on the practice range or on the course and rates are extremely reasonable. The PGA coach is friendly and offers helpful tips on numerous areas of the game. Their motto is less and more and they pride themselves on offering frustration free lessons.
Ironwood BBQ is located on the course and offers authentic BBQ with sauce that is made from scratch right at the club. This is a favorite stop for many locals. Lessons are made available all year round for both adults and juniors. The restaurant offers eat in as well as carryout and features a terrific menu. You can order ahead by phone or place your order while you’re at the course.
Numerous special events are hosted at the course all year round and catering is available as well. Even though the course is located just minutes from downtown San Francisco, locals consider it to be an oasis complete with majestic cypress trees and a magnificent feeling of calm. The course offers free parking.
Playing Hints:
This is a pretty easy course to master but look out for holes number four and seven. They are by far the most challenging. You’ll be dealing with two bunkers before the green on the fourth hole, so keep this in mind when you make your approach. You may want to use a 3 or 5 wood for your second shot to power past them.
Green Fees:
Monday - Thursday
Adults: $14
Juniors: $4
Twilight: $7
Weekends
Adults: $18
Juniors: $6
Twilight: $8
Resident Rates:
Monday - Thursday
Adults: $10
Seniors: $8
Tournaments: $17
Weekends:
Adults: $12
Seniors: $10
Tournaments: $25
Golf clubs can be rented for an $8 fee per golfer. Pull carts are $4 per golfer.
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