Steele Canyon Golf Club - Ranch/Vineyard
About
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.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Knight | 71 | 6908 yards | 74.2 | 139 |
| Blue | 71 | 6456 yards | 71.9 | 134 |
| White | 71 | 6223 yards | 70.8 | 132 |
| White (W) | 71 | 6223 yards | 77.1 | 140 |
| Gold | 71 | 5552 yards | 67.7 | 123 |
| Gold (W) | 71 | 5552 yards | 72.2 | 131 |
| Red (W) | 71 | 4747 yards | 67.8 | 119 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Knight M: 73.7/141 W: 79.6/144 | 378 | 385 | 446 | 204 | 559 | 388 | 432 | 230 | 542 | 3564 | 418 | 328 | 236 | 421 | 412 | 582 | 168 | 383 | 396 | 3344 | 6908 |
| Blue M: 71.7/136 W: 77.1/138 | 364 | 385 | 401 | 174 | 533 | 388 | 414 | 204 | 509 | 3372 | 418 | 328 | 173 | 347 | 393 | 519 | 168 | 351 | 387 | 3084 | 6456 |
| White M: 70.8/133 W: 76.1/135 | 329 | 323 | 401 | 174 | 533 | 371 | 414 | 204 | 509 | 3258 | 396 | 276 | 173 | 347 | 393 | 519 | 150 | 351 | 360 | 2965 | 6223 |
| Gold M: 67.9/127 W: 72.5/127 | 315 | 303 | 298 | 160 | 507 | 355 | 388 | 162 | 475 | 2963 | 377 | 251 | 151 | 304 | 353 | 461 | 125 | 284 | 283 | 2589 | 5552 |
| Gold/Red M: 65.6/122 W: 69.9/121 | 315 | 247 | 298 | 101 | 388 | 355 | 340 | 162 | 416 | 2622 | 350 | 251 | 133 | 304 | 342 | 402 | 125 | 284 | 283 | 2474 | 5096 |
| Red M: 63.9/118 W: 67.9/117 | 255 | 247 | 234 | 101 | 388 | 291 | 340 | 119 | 416 | 2391 | 350 | 221 | 133 | 264 | 342 | 402 | 106 | 264 | 274 | 2356 | 4747 |
| Handicap | 17 | 9 | 7 | 15 | 1 | 5 | 11 | 13 | 3 | 14 | 10 | 16 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 18 | 6 | 12 | |||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap (W) | 17 | 5 | 15 | 13 | 7 | 11 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 8 | 14 | 16 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 18 | 12 | 10 |
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Photo submitted by u400521460 on 06/09/2024
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Photo submitted by u400521460 on 06/09/2024
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Photo submitted by cicprod on 12/15/2023
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Photo submitted by Ben5175759 on 11/02/2023
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Photo submitted by Ben5175759 on 11/02/2023
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Photo submitted by Ben5175759 on 11/02/2023
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Photo submitted by Ben5175759 on 11/02/2023
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Great views Photo submitted by u162076115 on 04/17/2023
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Photo submitted by SoCalBlue on 04/14/2022
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Photo submitted by kbens33 on 08/19/2020
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Photo submitted by kbens33 on 08/19/2020
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Beautiful scenery. Par 3 on Canyon third hole. Photo submitted by Xhot on 08/05/2020
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Photo submitted by arguswilson on 07/18/2020
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Photo submitted by BrandonTuckerGA on 06/01/2019
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Photo submitted by BrandonTuckerGA on 06/01/2019
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Photo submitted by BrandonTuckerGA on 06/01/2019
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Photo submitted by BrandonTuckerGA on 06/01/2019
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Nice yardage book Photo submitted by Kim8800487 on 06/05/2017
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Pathway through snack bar Photo submitted by Kim8800487 on 06/05/2017
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Canyon Hole 1 - beware rattlesnakes Photo submitted by Kim8800487 on 06/05/2017
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Steps leading up to green on hole #3 Canyon Photo submitted by Kim8800487 on 06/05/2017
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Awesome view on Canyon hole #5 from black tee box Photo submitted by Kim8800487 on 06/05/2017
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Scenic view from the green hole #9 Ranch Photo submitted by Kim8800487 on 06/05/2017
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Elevation can be deceptive Photo submitted by chrisknoll on 03/24/2016
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Great colors Photo submitted by chrisknoll on 03/24/2016
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Canyon 9 signature hole Photo submitted by RockinDoc on 10/05/2012
Nice Introduction into San Diego golf
Played with a large group on a cool May Thursday afternoon. The practice facility was excellent with a scenic driving range, and excellent and smooth putting greens that proved to be similar to that on the course. The greens were running at 10.5 and were in great shape.
We played the Vineyard-Canyon loop from the white tees. Both nines are challenging and in good condition. The greens are smooth and extremely quick.
Vineyard though is a little short from the whites - several holes that only require an iron off the tee and a wedge. The loop snakes through a residential area and some nice houses.
The canyons is much more spectacular, with water and elevation changes more in play. The course also loops through natural hills and vegetation which is a nice change from the residential area.
The greens on both Nines are smooth and quick. Really excellent shape, and I’ve putted at Royal Melbourne west. Thoroughly recommended, course staff are friendly and knowledgeable, however the staff in the bar didn’t seem too interested in trying to sell us beer or food. Odd. The golf was good though.
Rainy day
Played course for first time. Appears to be beautiful when not raining, however course is well maintained and fun to play. Inside of the clubhouse could use some aesthetic updates. Food was pretty good and staff was really nice.
Hidden Jem in east San Diego
Great challenging course, fast greens and changes on elevation makes it interesting.
The course somewhat challenging and had a nice layout in the hills
We played the Vineyard and Canyon courses and enjoyed both of them. Although the yardage was not that long (3200 for black tees), the layout was somewhat challenging and enjoyable. The fairway grass needed a little attention, but the greens were in good shape. Overall I enjoyed it and would play it again. The Canyon course had a lot of elevation changes and majority of the holes were away from homes. I think the regular rate is a little steep for the course, but would play again on a discounted rate.
Challenging Course
Canyon nine was very challenging and vineyard much easier. Enjoyed it.
Never a bad day
Even after all the rain the course was in great shape. Greens were fast and as always tough to read.
For my money the best course in San Diego. I actually became a member I like it so much.
Steele Canyon
About as good as can be expected for January. Greens were excellent. Fairways need some help.
Real issue is what I got for the price I paid. I'll be spending my money elsewhere.
Winter golf is the best
Weekends are usually slow everywhere except private courses. However, for public places during football season, you can find courses empty where you can complete a round in 4 1/2hrs.
I've played all three courses here so I know the layout. Very challenging and fun. Fairways are a bit arid but the sand & greens we're ok. Twosomes everywhere sped up the pace. Never saw any cartperson or Marshall.
I would always go back because this course is fun to play
Beautiful course with immaculate conditioning
Played Canyon/Ranch combo on Monday, December 17. Great course on a picture perfect day. Pace was excellent and staff unfailingly polite. The course conditions were A+. Fairways were gorgeous and greens were perfect (super quick). I would recommend this course to anyone, though it would be wise to move up a set of tees; somewhat tight at times due to the tracking through canyons. If we're back in San Diego, will definitely play again. GolfAdvisor gave us a bit of discount vs the rates offered by the course.
Great Day
Course in excellent condition. Challanging lay out. Great SO Cal weather. I recommend you play this course at least once.
Best Course in SD
Easily my favorite course and the best course in San Diego. Despite all the rain the past couple days the course was in amazing condition. You won’t find a better course , tougher challenge or friendlier staff anywhere!
The scenery is amazing!
The greens are in excellent condition, fast (11) and fair. We played the Canyon/Vineyard course and the scenery is amazing. Played ion 4 hours and 15 minutes. Will definitely return.
Hidden Treasure
Beautiful layout and fairways & greens in excellent condition. The very friendly staff let us go out 30 minutes early. We finished our rounds in just under 4 hrs. Would like to play here again in the near future!
Always a good time
Played Ranch Vineyard (Canyon closed), both in great shape. Vineyard greens are really rolling quick!
Another enjoyable round, my favorite course in San Diego.