Sierra Meadows Golf Course, Ahwahnee, CA

July 21st, 2008 — Ahwahnee, CA, golf courses, restaurant 

Phone Number: (559) 642-1343

Sierra Meadows Golf Course, Ahwahnee, CA

Website: http://www.sierrameadows.com

Course History:

Sierra Meadows has long been considered one of the most beautiful golf courses in California and with good reason. The fairways are lined with enormous oaks and the overall feel is very tranquil. The course recently underwent a multimillion dollar makeover and the fairways and greens were all rebuilt. This course has a reputation of being suitable for novice players while still being challenging enough for professionals.

What You Need to Know:

You can book your tee time online or by calling the number above. They frequently run specials on their site so we recommend checking there before you book your time to take advantage of them. However, this is a very economical course even without discounts.

The pro shop is stocked incredibly well and features gifts and merchandise for all golfers. The on-site restaurant is one of the best in the area and is open for lunch every day. It is frequently booked for private events and they are known for their delicious soups and sandwiches.

Although the course does not specifically state that there is a dress code, we recommend traditional golf attire. It is also best to change out any metal spikes for soft ones, since most of the courses in this area do have a soft spike rule. Lessons are available from the resident pro and are reasonably priced.

Playing Hints:

This is a terrific course that offers enough of a challenge without being terribly intimidating. The first hole gets you started off right with a severe dogleg. We recommend keeping to the right. Watch out for their signature oak tree in the middle of the fairway at the curve.

The fifth hole is known as their signature hole and it is a challenging par three. You'll be playing across the water so try to hit a long tee shot to make the green in one. However, be careful of the bunkers that surround the green.

The tenth hole will take a while to master. It has a slight dogleg, but danger is present on all sides. Go too far to the right and you'll end up out of bounds. Too far to the left and you'll end up in the creek. We recommend playing this one conservatively until you get the hang of it.

The sixteenth hole also features a hazard that runs the entire left side of the fairway. You'll need to drive a little bit right of center to avoid it. Keep in mind that there are some severe bunkers around the green. It's the perfect spot to work on your chip shots.

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Green Fees:

All green fees include a cart fee, except "Walking Golfer" prices.

Weekday Green Fees Monday - Thursday

18 Holes 9 Holes

Regular $34.00 $20.00

Senior $29.00 $18.00

Junior $15.00 $15.00

Cart $15.00 $10.00

Twilight w/cart $30.00 $30.00

(Call for start times)

Weekend Green Fees Friday - Sunday

18 Holes 9 Holes

Regular $39.00 $22.00

Senior $34.00 $20.00

Junior $15.00 $7.50

Cart $15.00 $8.00

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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.

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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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