Steele Canyon GC - Canyon: #8
View of the 8th green from the Canyon course at Steele Canyon Golf Club.
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4.4
1051 Reviews (1051)
5 Stars
539
4 Stars
389
3 Stars
84
2 Stars
27
1 Stars
12
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.1
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.3
90.4%
Recommend this course
955 out of 1051 reviews
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4.2
33 Reviews (33)
5 Stars
14
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14
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1
Conditions
4.1
Value
3.8
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.6
84.8%
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28 out of 33 reviews
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4.3
55 Reviews (55)
5 Stars
28
4 Stars
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3 Stars
4
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Conditions
4.3
Value
4.1
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.6
90.9%
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50 out of 55 reviews
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Course Highlights
The three-nine layout delivers dramatic elevation changes and stunning scenery that consistently impress golfers unfamiliar with San Diego's hilly terrain. Friendly staff and well-maintained greens that hold up even after heavy rains make this course a reliable, rewarding choice.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 70
Length 6561 yards
Slope 135
Rating 71.8

Steele Canyon Golf Club in Jamul offers three unique nines: Canyon, Vineyard, and Ranch. Gary Player designed all 27 holes, which are played in three different 18-hole combinations. The courses are considered some of the best golf in southern California. The Canyon/Vineyard combination starts with dramatic elevation changes and then transitions into the subtler nuances of the Vineyard nine. The hilly front nine demands accuracy and golfers should be prepared for some uneven lies. The Vineyard nine doesn't get any easier either with several water hazards and many holes that play directly into the prevailing winds. The Vineyard's sixth hole is one of Steele Canyon's hardest. This lengthy par 5 measures 582 yards from the back tees and requires a forced carry over a dry creek bed on your third shot.

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Course Details

Year Built 1991
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Gary Player (1991)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Teaching Pro Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Visa, MasterCard, Amex & Discover are welcomed.
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

4.4
1051 Reviews (1051)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 34
Patio Dining 13
Amazing Food 12
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 87
Forced Carries 63
Bunkers 55
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 67
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 61
Locals 43
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 68
In the 'Burbs 32
Convenient to the City 21

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Reviews 17
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Excellent Course in great shape!

We got an exceptional rate to play on a Monday. My son and I played by ourselves behind a threesome. We never had to wait other than the first hole. Considering how dry the outlying areas are, the fairways were in fantastic shape. Greens were also in great shape and played fairly once you got the feel. Try only complaint and why I didn’t give 5 stars all the way around were their tee boxes. They were not cut very short and obviously needed some weed protection. If they improved their tee boxes, this might be one of the best courses in the SD area.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 26
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Excellent conditions

Pace of play was great. Under 4 hours even played behind a fivesome.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 27
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Still fun

Haven't played here in awhile. Canyon was closed for a tourney and was sent to vineyard/ ranch. Paired with a single and allowed our own carts! Another twosome eventually joined us when it got backed up at the 4th. Still, we were on a 4 hr pace..on a Sunday! The course was in good condition with fast greens.

The only downside was the group behind us asking to play through even though we were on a good pace

Also, there was two groups ahead of us so there was no place for them to proceed. Of course, they were annoyed but too bad.

Will return

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 52
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Solid challenge course!

Course was a little dry on areas, but the greens were fast and good bunkers were not what I’ve expected… Kind of like dirt, but the overall track is so good… Place a real golfers course…

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Course

This is a great course and one of our favorites. Always in great shape, and staff is friendly. It is a great golf experience.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Used cart

Played a great round

It was my first time here and the course was not only well kept, the staff was the best part of the visit. I had arrived with a box of donuts to greet the pro-shop staff with, and was greeted by a line of fellow golfers ready to take on the morning. After handing out a few donuts to a few fellow golfers, I gifted the pro-shop with the rest of the donuts. The entire team was great the rest of the visit, and I shot a great round because of it. Thanks for the great start to the weekend!

Eric Atilano

Resident Lending Inc.

Conditions Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 13
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
First Time Playing

Course layout was great, but was in poor shape overall for the price

Spent 200 on an afternoon round - but did not feel the price matched the. Condition of the course….have played much nicer courses for much less - the price alone would send me elsewhere based on it.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 83
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 52
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great scenery

Lots of force carry from the tee box. Fairways and greens in good shape. Pace of play was great. I paired up with a local couple that helped alot with advice on targets from the tee. Not much sand in bunkers, around 2" but that seems normal for the region. Great day here. Played canyon/ranch. (They have 3-9's)

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 83
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice views, fun course

Enjoyed my round. 1st time playing here. They have 3 9's. Pace of play was great. Alot of force carries on tee shots. Bunkers didn't have much sand meaning a few inches before clay or whatever the base is. That seems common for this region. Fairway and 1st cut well defined, outside of that is more native desert/dry terrain. Most fairways are easily wide enough. Luckily I paired up with a local couple that could give target lines off the tee. Greens were in pretty good shape not alot of ball marks etc.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 52
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Complaint

My tee time was scheduled after a private event, causing significant delays in the pace of play. At Ranch, we completed the first nine holes in 3.5 hours, and the 18-hole round took us 5.5 hours. They didn't respect our individual pace, and the tee time management was terrible. The staff was cynical and rude.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 83
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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