Camarillo Springs Golf Course

I just don't understand some of these courses. Yes, I realize there has been a drought, but it doesn't seem to explain the overall conditions. There just seemed to be almost no upkeep, except on the greens. Those were pretty nice. Only reason to give it 2 stars for conditions. Most of the "fairways" were half dirt. But, there was grass in the rough. Wouldn't it make sense to focus on the fairways rather than the rough? Also, there was plenty of grass on the tee boxes. Too much in fact. It made teeing up anything but a driver somewhat difficult if you like to tee it low. I do think the layout is decent. It seemed like maybe they were doing some work, but really just looked like stakes put in the ground. I got a great deal on golfnow and still didn't think it was worth it. No beverage cart on the course. There are some really great views, I thought. Not good enough to get me to go back given the course conditions.

This is your average public course. Fairways took a beating and are in poor shape from harsh December weather. Greens were in above average condition. Course was not overcrowded and good value for the money

Didn't know the Camarillo Springs landslide affected this course when I booked it. A par 4 and 5 are being played as par 3's due to the mud accumulation on the fairways. They've done an admirable job trying to save what they can and clearing away the mud and reseeding, but I'd stay away for about 6 months and let the course heal itself. Fairways were in poor condition even without the mud-a clear result from the drought. Par 3's are long.

Played 18 with my son and a friend. The staff were very friendly, and the greens were in great shape. The fairways were marginal, with the recent Cam Springs mud slides affecting a few holes. But at least they are busily cleaning and repairing the course. Overall, we had a great time and look forward to visiting this challenging course set against the awesome Cam Springs mountains sometime soon.

Muddy maintenance, puddles on cart path. But dry ponds?!
Staff was Awesome! It was 7am and it was great to have enthusiasm. I believe Gerry was his name in the pro shop.

Like many courses in SoCal if it's not 100% you will have more water here n less water there etc.

Great value course. Would definitely recommend and will play again.

The course was in about 2 out of 5 shape. The greens were way overgrown. There is almost no water left. Maybe one little lake. At some spots there was almost no grass at all. I was chipping off hard packed dirt. Many weeds too. The Clubhouse is not impressive. The bathrooms were decent at best. They did have water stations around the course (I like). Pace of play was horribly slow. I was waiting almost every hole. They should have a Marshall to remove people that should not be on a golf course. I doubt I would play here again for the price. Maybe if they went down to $15. You can play good courses for $25 around town.

This course is a great value. When we played in October, the greens were near perfect, better than ever seen before according to experienced golfers who played it over the years and this in spite of a severe drought! But you have to understand that due to it's perfect location, the weather is almost always perfect, cool, slight ocean breeze, 72 degrees and beautiful backdrop of the mountains. I've played pricier courses that were not as fun or in such a good condition. I'll be back!

Course is drying up.
Opportunity to replace their awful kikuyu with the salt resistant grass used at Buena. Also opportunity to dredge now dry ponds--should it ever rain again. The course is prone to flooding and deeper ponds would help. Maybe an alligator or two to eat the coots, should they return. ;-)
Golf range used to be a money maker. Now it is embarrassing.
Owner needs to spend, or fond a new one!

I have played here 7 times. The course/facility is old and shows its age. The practice mats are worn to the bone and need to be replaced. The fairways are not in that good of shape. The greens are usually in good shape but this time they were terrible. Looked like golfers were wearing metal spikes tearing up the greens and there were ball marks all over the greens. Most of the ponds are dried up too. It's more like a 35-40 dollar course. If you can get a deal it's worth the play. 50+ is to much for this course IMO. I'm sure our California drought has not helped this course. But it's still a place to go and smack around the feathery with your buddies.

We had a great time, the exception was that the marshall allowed a foursome of slow players to have four foursome behind them to stand still waiting at the same hole for seven consecutive holes.

It has one of the best greens I've seen this summer. Due to the water shortage and declining golf industry, at most courses conditions have generally deteriorated. It was a nice surprise to find that the greens were rolling so true and well. Would love to go back sooner than later.

I was able to book a smoking deal for the course and the day was nice little overcast. The only irritation was the fact that the groundskeeper followed me through three different holes, and he kept the motor running as I was playing.
The course is still green and the greens are in great shape.

The course conditions and the condition of the golf carts do not compare well with others in the area.

Great facility with the exception of the mats at the driving range. These mats should have been replaced a year ago. The course was in pretty good shape. You must keep the ball in the fairway on a lot of holes or you will find a new level of challenge.

I've played this course over several years. It's not particularly fancy but the staff is friendly and the layout is fun and just challenging enough. Unfortunately the drought here in SoCal is taking its toll. Many of the water hazards have dried up (not always a bad thing) and the fairways are a bit crispy. I should say that they have managed to keep the greens in good shape, which is remarkable considering the situation. This is still a decent course to play if you're looking for a change. Some good deals on GolfNow once in awhile.

To be extremely fair, the greens are in very good condition... however the rest of the couse, not the case. The tee boxes, fairways and rough need serious attention. The layout of the course has some great potential, some fun holes out there. Probably won't return until they invest some time and money to take better care of the course.

....but not bang for your buck surprising. Played when it was cloudy and sprinkling, which was great weather to golf in, but the course was still dealing the crush of the drought. So, not really lush, but the greens were nice.

Staff is amicable.

Fairway cut with lots of Ka-Killa-Ya grass in the rough. Sometimes it will not allow the ball to compress or close the club face. Most times the grass is burnt out so it is not a problem. But a lot of fairways needs some TLC. Same grass is around the greens so ball does not bounce forwards. Rather ball bounces up and not onto the green. Okay to put on though. Course was busy for a 11AM tee time on a Friday.

The good: light play on a Friday. Greens are soft, well-watered, and in great shape (a wee bit slow)
The not-so-good: To say this course has a crabgrass problem would be an understatement. Aside from the greens, the rest of the course (including tee boxes) is one giant field of crabgrass. I was approaching most greens from 100 to 150 yards out and had to play shots of my back foot because you couldn't swing through a divot in the fairway. Not cool. Won't be back.