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Bidwell Park Golf Course

3199 Golf Course Rd, Chico, California 95973, Butte County
(530) 891-8417
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4.0
293 Reviews
Bidwell Park Golf Course
View of the 6th green at Bidwell Park Golf Course. Bidwell Park Golf Course
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View of a green at Bidwell Park Golf Course. Bidwell Park Golf Course
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View of a green at Bidwell Park Golf Course. Bidwell Park Golf Course
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View of a pond at Bidwell Park Golf Course. Bidwell Park Golf Course

About

Holes 18
Par 72
Length 6363 yds
Rating 70.4
Slope 126
Type Municipal/Public
Style Parkland
Course Layout
Tees
Track Rounds
Scorecard
Course scorecard and layout

Course Details

Rentals & Services

Golf Carts Yes - $16 - $22
GPS
Pull Carts
Golf Clubs

Practice & Instruction

Driving Range
Teaching Pro
Pitching & Chipping Area
Putting Green

Policies

Metal Spikes
Walking Allowed

Food & Beverage

Food & Beverage
Year Built 1922
Fairways Bermuda/Rye Grass
Greens Bent/Poa Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect(s) Jim Summers
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4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 293 reviews
94.7%
Recommend
293
Reviews
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  • 3 Stars
  • 2 Stars
  • 1 Stars
  • Conditions
    3.6
  • Value
    4.0
  • Layout
    4.2
  • Friendliness
    4.2
  • Pace
    3.7
  • Amenities
    4.0

Rating Index

Golfers Often Mention

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 9
Patio Dining 8
Brunch 7
Course Challenges:
Bunkers 8
Thick Rough 8
Undulating Greens 8
Best For:
Locals 21
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 21
Walkers 18
Location is:
Convenient to the City 18
Worth the Drive 12
Near Local Attractions 6

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Golfer Reviews

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Clint2488057
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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asuschnick
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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jimcuneo
Reviews 12
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

excellent day on the course

weather was great, not very many golfers out, pace was good. Only a two some, we were able to pass a foursome and had a single join us for the rest of the front nine.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 3.0
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SjeH1LqBWFIzTZnTZQHI
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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eller381
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Great layout, nice greens, pace of play better than the norm here

Bidwell is a beautiful course. Given the heat the fairways are drying out. My main pet peeve of this course is typically the pace of play is too slow, but given it was 110* today that wasn’t an issue. Greens are impressive for how many rounds are played here. Beautiful layout in Upper park with a ton of scenery.

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Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 4.0
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u314162597995
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 1.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 2.0
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u946269890
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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mjmateyka
Reviews 6
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Fun course but roughs need trimming

On most holes, either you keep the ball in the fairway, or you will not find your ball. The areas outside the fairways have tall, mostly cured grass and weeds. Otherwise a fun course. The fairways and greens are in top shape. There are lots of deer and geese. Bring some snacks for the ground squirrels. My partner love the golfer wraps. The carts are clean and in good shape.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 2.0
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u1320817
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Course was wet in spots after recent rain but overall in good shape.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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Tedebare42
T O P 1000
Reviews 80
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

best condition

Bidwell is in great shape right now. Course superintendent has it in great condition.

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Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
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Blazorko
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 5.0
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ramjam76
Reviews 49
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Better shape in the Spring

Bidwell was in great shape. They mow the course, unlike Table Mountain. We were very happy with our round.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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u946269890
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 4.0
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jimcuneo
Reviews 12
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

great spring day golfing

course in good shape, only a couple tee boxes need some work but overall great weather and pace of golfing today

Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 3.0
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RichKemp
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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steven23
Reviews 27
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Disappointing

No warning/heads up about the green aerification and sanding!

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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bh73366
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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steven23
Reviews 27
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 3.0
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Tedebare42
T O P 1000
Reviews 80
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
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dahoser
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Mike made our day at check-in. Great course!

Mike was so nice a check-in and made some accommodations for our group, course was in ideal conditions. Beautiful weeping willows, blossoming trees, wildfowl. Course has some easy holes and some challenging doglegs on the back nine. Mike warned us about 16 as there is water right in front of the green. Thanks River Oaks for the hospitality and fun day out at the course.

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First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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