Steele Canyon GC - Ranch: #9
View of the 9th green from the Ranch course at Steele Canyon Golf Club.
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4.4
1049 Reviews (1049)
5 Stars
538
4 Stars
388
3 Stars
84
2 Stars
27
1 Stars
12
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.0
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.2
90.5%
Recommend this course
954 out of 1049 reviews
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4.1
32 Reviews (32)
5 Stars
13
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13
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4
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1
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1
Conditions
4.1
Value
3.7
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.5
87.5%
Recommend this course
28 out of 32 reviews
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4.3
55 Reviews (55)
5 Stars
28
4 Stars
21
3 Stars
4
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1
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Conditions
4.3
Value
4.0
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.6
92.7%
Recommend this course
51 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 71
Length 6908 yards
Slope 141
Rating 73.7

Gary Player designed the 27 championship holes at Steele Canyon Golf Club in Jamul. The holes are divided into three unique nines that are played in different 18-hole combinations. The nines, called Canyon, Vineyard, and Ranch, each offer a different character but they are equally challenging. On the Ranch/Vineyard Course, golfers will be playing alongside free-roaming cattle that wander across the grassy meadows. There are a few elevation changes but they are not as dramatic as on the Canyon nine. Water hazards come into play several times and there are strategically placed bunkers to contend with as well. The third hole on the Ranch nine is the signature hole at Steele Canyon. This tricky par 4 plays from an elevated tee that sits 175 feet above the fairway. It is made even tougher by the prevailing winds that blow from left to right.

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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
1049 Reviews (1049)

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 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Canyon/Ranch Course has great features

Played Vineyard/Canyon previously and really liked it but Canyon/Ranch course was exceptional!

Great layout, challenging and picturesque, with several elevated tees and true, fast greens

Only negative ..the bunkers are not so well cared for.

Staff were friendly, efficient and helpful. Thoroughly recommend Steel Canyon

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

The course was in great shape, greens are a bit fast. Great course for ladies but I still found the course to be challenging, I'm still very new to golf. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful, this being our first time at the course it was great to get some insight on how to play the holes.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 83
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Slow

1st nine took 3 hours. Played thru 14 to get a stipulated round. The course is interesting with lots of vistas and forced carries. Not a place for high handicappers. The staff was very friendly but forced too many people onto the course. Its a tough ask for first timers at the course and would be a better experience after getting to know it but with all the others in the region i would pick elsewhere if i happened to be here again.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing

BRING AN EXTRA TOWEL - Punched Sandy Greens

First time playing. Heard great things and decided to drive over an hour from North County to give it a shot. Smiling staff, warm welcome clubhouse, spacious practice area. All great initial impressions.

Once we headed out to the course on our squeaky suspension, bald tire, usb disconnected golf cart we were EXTREMELY DISAPPOINTED with the wet sandy punched greens. I loved the course layout, but would expect much more for $130.00. I recommend giving your patrons a heads up about green conditions prior to purchasing, AND GET SOME NEW GOLF CARTS!!!

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 03/26/2023

We are sorry you were not informed of the course conditions in advance of your reservation, it can be a challenge with online 3rd party reservations. Our website does list our maintenance dates, our staff tries to inform people over the phone, and we do have signs throughout the golf shop and starter booth, so by no means are we trying to deceive. Many people have commented how well the greens roll for being recently punched, a credit to our maintenance staff with their extra efforts after all these rainy days. New golf carts are on order, but it is still an item severely back-ordered from the pandemic. We hope you come visit again and are able to enjoy Steele Canyon in its entirety.

Played On
Reviews 24
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Hot weather
Used cart

The course condition was good, Tight lies on the fairways, which are not my friend. The greens were pristine and rolling fast and true. However, the pace of play was ridiculous at 2:50 for the front and overall at 5+ hrs. I know they want to stack and pack them, but please rethink the time intervals. There were 3 groups on the 3rd tee and it never got any better from that point onward.. Too long a round most likely will not result in return business,

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Canyon 9 is Fantastic

Great layout and one hole more spectacular than the last! Worth every penny and a must to try the Canyon 9 hole track!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Previously Played

Not in great shape

Course layout is awesome, but the pace of play is ridiculous. People are waiting on the tee thinking they can reach the group in front of them 330 yards away, not possible for 99% of golfers. Greens are way too fast and pin placements are terrible. The fairways aren’t in great shape for almost being $100 course. Every lie is a tight lie going into the grain. Probably won’t come back again.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 83
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Tough track!

Great course, tough off the tips - significantly longer (in a good way).. Played Canyon and Vineyard. Pace of play was slow due to full course. Will come back soon!

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Beautiful challenge

Fantastic setting near San Diego. Good layout with lots of difficult shots. A combination of lightning fast greens (Stimp 11) and tightly mowed fairways makes chipping and pitching challenging. It's a once-in-a-while pleasure, as best on-line rates were $83 mid-week. Worth the gorgeous views and the challenging experience. Once.

Conditions Good
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 20-24
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
2.0
Previously Played

Five hour round

Can't really compliment a course when it takes 5 hours to play. When they suggest combo teas, the scorecard should spell out which tee to play -- particularly on Canyon 9.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

5.5 hours to play 18 holes on a Thursday teeing off at 11:30am is too long for me.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
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