Oak Valley Golf Course, Beaumont, CA

October 30th, 2008 — Beaumont, CA, Dress code, golf courses 

Oak Valley Golf Course, Beaumont, CAOak Valley Golf Course is located in: Beaumont, CA

Phone: (951) 769-7200

Website: http://www.oakvalleygolf.com/pages.asp?pid=33

Course History:

This gorgeous golf course is home to several PGA events every year and it is easy to see why. It literally looks as though it was painted into the surroundings and you simply cannot find a more beautiful course in this area. If you're planning a trip to the Beaumont area, this is a course that you simply must play.

With just the right mix of terrain, this course is very challenging but always fun to play. It's easy to see why it achieved instant fame with locals and players from around the world.

What You Need to Know:

This is a very traditional course and they do have a dress code. Collared shirts are required, and appropriate pants or shorts are allowed. They do not allow denim in any form on the course and we do recommend soft spikes for this facility. You can register your tee time online or by calling the number listed above. They do carry soft spikes at the pro shop if you do not have them already.

Speaking of the pro shop, it is simply fantastic. We've seen a lot in our days, but this was one of the best stocked shops in the area. Very friendly service as well and a great place to buy gifts for the golfers on your list. The clubhouse was incomparable and worth the trip just for the food.

Playing Tips:

Since this is a challenging course, you'll need to bring your best game. There are not a lot of water hazards, only two, so you won't have to worry about that. However, the elevation changes are a whole other matter. Our favorite hole was the seventh hole. It looks easy, but it's anything but. You'll have a straight shot to the green from the tee, but in the middle, you'll be dealing with a lot of undulation. Try for a really strong tee shot and just keep aiming straight ahead.

Fees:

MONDAY - FRIDAY

Prime Twilight 9-Hole

$65 $45 $25

Senior Replay

$50 $25

SATURDAY, SUNDAY & HOLIDAYS

Prime Twilight 9-Hole

$85 $60 $30

Replay

$30

Prime : Includes free bucket of range balls

9-Hole : 3 hours before sunset

Senior : Ages 55 and over(Monday - 'riday)

Junior : Ages 17 and younger, based on space available must be accompanied by an adult. Juniors may not operate the golf car.

DIRECTIONS TO OAK VALLEY

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From Palm Springs: Take I-10 West to Oak Valley Parkway, exit north to Golf Club Drive (1/10 mile), left to clubhouse.

From LA / Orange County: Take I-10 East to Oak Valley Parkway, exit north to Golf Club Drive (1/10 mile), left to clubhouse.

From San Diego / Temecula: Take 215 North to 60 East to I-10 West (exit Beaumont 79 to get back onto the I-10 westbound), to Oak Valley Parkway, exit north to Golf Club Drive (1/10 mile), left to clubhouse.

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Blue Rock Springs Golf Club, Vallejo, CA

June 2nd, 2008 — CA, Vallejo, golf courses 

Blue Rock Springs Golf Club, Vallejo, CA
Phone: (707) 643-8476

Website: http://www.bluerockspringsgolf.com

Course History:

Blue Rock Springs is actually two courses in one and you can play both for an incredibly reasonable rate. This is a very popular course and we recommend booking your tee time well in advance.

What You Need to Know:

The course has an online tee time registration system where you can get a discount off their already low prices. You can also call the pro shop if you prefer to reserve your time this way. The course offers a very nice pro shop and is a great place to spend the afternoon.

Playing Hints:

West Course - This is a very straightforward course that is a little under 6,000 yards in length. Although there are not a lot of water hazards, the tree lined fairways do present a bit of a challenge for most players. There are a few bunkers but nothing that most golfers can't surmount with ease and a little accuracy.

The first two holes are deceptively easy and it gets a little tougher from there. There is a water hazard near the fourth green, so make sure your approach is cautious here. You'll also want to look sharp on the eighth hole, it's a real killer. The long par five is birdie-able, but only with some practice. The fourteenth hole is bisected by a creek, so you'll want to go a little short with your drive and then iron over for the best results.

East Course - This course has a very interesting layout and they have made excellent use of the space they had to work with. This is a little over 6,000 yards but feels a bit shorter due to the layout. Most of the holes are very straightforward and there are a not a lot of hazards to trip you up. We recommend that novice players start on this course first.

The only hole that may present quite of a challenge is the seventeenth with its severe dog leg to the left. You're going to want to stay right off the tee to avoid the bunkers at the curve. From there, you should have a straight shot to the green. The eighth hole is also a little challenging with a pond right behind the green, so don't overdo your approach here.

Course Fees:

Public, 36 holes

Green Fees: $19?$35

Cart Fee: $16 per rider

Tom Wade, Mgr./PGA Class A Pro; Brian Morris Certified GCSAA, Supt.

Northeast Bay Zone. Club 53-401

Lessons:

Individual Sessions

½ hour for $35

Five ½ hour sessions for $150

Link Up to Golf and Play Golf America clinics

Five 1 hour sessions for $99 (Clinics require a minimum for four )

Semi-private and Corporate Clinics

Rates depend on group size

How to Get There:


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The best way to get to the Golf Course from Highway 80 is to exit at Columbus Parkway south and proceed for about 2.5 miles. The golf course entrance will be on your right.

Coming from Highway 37 take the Columbus Parkway exit, then follow the above directions.

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