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1027 Reviews (1027)
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1 Stars
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Conditions
4.0
Value
4.1
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.5
89.5%
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4.0
Value
4.0
Layout
4.5
Pace
3.6
Amenities
3.6
StaffFriendliness
4.3
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Conditions
4.2
Value
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Layout
4.6
Pace
4.1
Amenities
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4.5
92.5%
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Course Highlights
Oak Valley's layout consistently earns high praise for its variety of challenging holes featuring tight fairways, undulating greens, and scenic mountain views. Well-maintained tee boxes, fairways, and fast greens combine with friendly staff to deliver outstanding value in the Inland Empire.

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Holes 18
Type Public/Resort
Par 72
Length 7078 yards
Slope N/A
Rating N/A

This course used to be considered a hidden gem. Now, Oak Valley Golf Course in Beaumont is an off-the-beaten-path known reasonable joy. Stopping on the way from Los Angeles to Palm Springs for a golf detour is no fool's play. Not with the fast greens, dramatic elevation changes and swerving fairways available at Oak Valley in Beaumont.

A Lee Schmidt and Brian Curley design, Oak Valley is probably best known for greens that are anything but desert typical. Speed is the name of the game here, with a tap sometimes too much on a downhill putt.

Recognition does not travel that quickly. It took a decade for Oak Valley to get a four star rating from Golf Digest. Once it did, Beaumont suddenly became a golf stopping spot on the Palm Springs express. Now, you're considered a smart golfer if you linger on the way to Palm Springs.

"It's a nice getaway from the crowds in the desert, as well as some of the other, more populated golf areas," head pro Scott Arnold said. "It's almost like being in the country. No houses line the fairways. Each hole is different. And because of the way it's laid out, you often can't even see another hole from the one you're playing."

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Course Details

Year Built 1992
Golf Season Year round
Architect Lee E. Schmidt (1992) Brian Curley (1992) Greg Letsche (1992)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

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Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Appropriate golf attire
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4.2
1027 Reviews (1027)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 22
Brunch 8
Course Challenges Include:
Undulating Greens 65
Elevation Changes 62
Bunkers 53
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 58
Locals 43
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 42
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 67
In the 'Burbs 22
Convenient to the City 21

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Reviews 28
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Oak Valley

Great Course, Great price. Can't wait till the next time

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good looking course

Great condition keep ball in fairway or you're in trouble. In the need of a beer cart otherwise nice course

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 56
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

The Oak after reseeding

In pretty good shape with some poor areas off the fairway. Greens were a little bumpy, as others have noted, in the afternoon. Pace of play was ok. This has always been one of my favorite tracks, and when it is in good shape, it is both a good test and a fun experience. I'll be back.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great value ! Good test of golf!

Course was in great condition. Greens were a little bumpy in the afternoon. Rough was higher than I have seen in recent months. Iron shots stuck on the greens. Fun layout. No cart girl for snacks & drinks was a bummer.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 29
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

A Must Play Course

Oak Valley is a great track. The course is very challenging to the average player and even more challenging if you play from the back as the wind can change your experience. The wind wasn't a factor this weekend and the course is in very good condition. The greens were a bit bumpy due to being punched a few weeks ago but they are growing in very well. This course is all about getting off the tee in the right position. If you can do that, the course gets a lot easier. The large Bobcats/Linx are always fun to see (even though we didn't see them this time).

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great day!

I have only played this course a few times as it's not that close to our house however it is definitely worth the drive. The staff is always so friendly and so welcoming. Even the food is great in the restaurant. Always an enjoyable round.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Very Nice

Super summer conditions keep me coming back! The fairways are tight and lush. The greens a consistent speed. Five sets of tee boxes make it playable for everyone. Golf Now!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 27
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Challenging layout in great condition

Played the course for the first time and was thoroughly impressed. Staff picked up my clubs at the truck and they were waiting by the practice green. Pro shop staff was awesome and they didn't make me feel like I was a hindrance for their time or give me that cocky "I think I'm better than you" attitude I've received at many clubhouses. Picked up a local craft beer, Hangar 24 Orange Wheat, at the restaurant and it was time to hit the course.

Overall the course was excellent. Tee box conditions were great. Fairways were excellent and even with drought conditions, there were only a few noticeable brown spots. Even then, the grass was still good and didn't effect the lie. I'd attribute the spots to the August heat and not the greens keeper. Greens rolled beautifully with just the right amount of speed.

Pace of play was a non-factor as traffic was light and I was able to finish in 3.5 hrs. That's kind of surprising considering how nice the course is and it being the weekend. The course is challenging. Rolling fairways, elevation changes, and well placed (not diabolical) hazards will test your shot selection, but they don't take away any of the fun factor. If you hit outside of the fairways, which are ample size, recovery is near impossible due to local foliage. Bunkers were combed and soft (yeah I found a couple). Water hazards looked low, but it was to be expected.

General thoughts - Great value for such a course. $60 on a weekend is a very good price. I've played comparable courses in Vegas, Bear's Best and Vegas National, and shelled out lots more for courses in the same condition with comparable layouts. There was drinking water available on just about every hole, but there was no refreshment cart roaming the course so plan accordingly.

Bottom Line - I'll definitely play this course again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Oak Valley is Immaculate

For mid-summer So. Cal golf you will not find a better shape course anywhere. The fairways are lush and tight. The greens are smooth and fast, I'd say about a 10-11 which is awesome for summer. So do not hesitate to play this gem, you will have a great experience, just make sure to ice up at the cart barn. All carts come with a ice chest. Yes it has been hot, but its' always cooler on the course and most often the afternoon breeze is nice.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nothing special

It was fun and a nice course. However for the price there are lots of other fun and nicer courses in the area for far less. Even though we got the tee time in sale still wouldn't go back.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 115
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great Layout - But Isn't What It Used To Be

I love the layout and the challenge of this course. It is one of the toughest courses in the inland empire. However, it seems that the ownership isn't spending the money necessary to keep this course in the condition that it once was. While the conditions are still 3 to 4 stars, here are the areas that need to be addressed. First, the sand traps are very inconsistent. Some are very playable with a nice 2+ inches of sand. However some are hard and crusty with rock hard dirt just 1/2 inch under the top. This makes it impossible to play an standard explosion sand shot from the greenside bunkers. Second, the tees are showing the signs of wear and tear. Way too many divots and uneven areas. Third, the greens that were once hard, fast, and rolled true and now hard, relatively slow, and do not roll true. What happened? I also saw dozens (maybe hundreds) of unrepaired ball marks on the greens, several broken rakes in the sand traps, and the drinking water on the course was warm (and it was only 2 pm). Owners - please spend some money to bring this course back to what it once was!

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Awesome

Always wanted to play here as I've seen it off the freeway. But weekend tee times are about 100 bucks. Found a $35 tee time and well worth it. By far the best course in the inland empire!!! Definitely going back

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Worth the money!

Have played many times, fairways are in great shape and the greens are almost perfect with being punched a few weeks backs. It's the best time to plays this course get out there now!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 57
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great Golf

Oak Valley is one of my favorite courses to play in the Area i guess it is mainly because something special always seems to happen for my game here and i did'nt have to wait long this round with a sweet birdie on the first hole from that point on it seat the tone for my round had a fun solid round that went by much to fast,this is a fun course that is a pleasure to play everytime even with the greens recently punched and sanded which the starter mentioned upon my check in i played my round by myself and did'nt even seem to mind just got a little more exercise than normally would love this course oh I already mentioned that, If you hav'nt played oakValley yet you should you will have a nice day of golf too!!!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Average weather
Used cart

Love the Course

As usual this course was in great shape. Fron tee to green there are no flaws. Getting the $45 twlight rate makes you want to play it again.

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Amazing course

Fantastic layout. Great mix of holes. Could play here every day.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Sweet

Really enjoy playing this course! Just love the layout. It's pretty challenging, greens are fast which suits me fine. The play was pretty slow for during the week, but it was well worth it. That is the 1st time during the week that I experienced slow play! Awesome view of the San Bernardino mountains. One of my favorite course to play! You won't be disappointed! I'll keep coming back for sure!

Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Previously Played

So,so Sad!!

This golf course has fallen off from what it once was!! Fairways not kept up, very few staff personal around the club house, maintenance staff seemed to be hiding out on the back nine!! Please!! someone buy this course and put money back into!!

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Dry fairways

Course needs water. Some trps need work. Greens very hard.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Worth the dollar

I have played this course over a dozen times. I have never been disappointed with the condition of the course. The price is right.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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