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
1018 Reviews (1018)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
375
3 Stars
81
2 Stars
26
1 Stars
11
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.0
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.2
90.4%
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927 out of 1018 reviews
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4.6
23 Reviews (23)
5 Stars
15
4 Stars
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0
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.4
Layout
4.9
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.7
StaffFriendliness
4.7
100.0%
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23 out of 23 reviews
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4.4
72 Reviews (72)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
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Conditions
4.3
Value
4.0
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.5
88.9%
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64 out of 72 reviews
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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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4.4
1018 Reviews (1018)

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Reviews 11
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Elevation changes make for a fun round

Course has nice layout friendly staff but for asking price fairways need more care. Greens look a little funny but roll very quick and true
It's cheaper than Madeiras for canyon golf but nowhere near as manicured

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 05/21/2015

Would you mind sending us an email explaining what we can do to improve our fairways? Most customers are pleasantly surprised with how lush and green they are this time of year, especially as we are a desert style golf course with water restrictions.

Thank you.

membership@steelecanyon.com

Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Awesome elevation changes

We played this course on a Hot Deal though it was worth the full price. Very nice staff in Pro shop, helpful, food was great, service was also very good. The course was in great shape, a lot of fun to play, some huge elevation changes and nice views. greens were true and quick though not tricked up. we like it so much that we came back again to play again before we left as we were on vacation at La Jolla fro 2 weeks. Also should mention that my wife played and the course had sensible forward tees under 5000 yards in believe.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 19
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Nice Gary Player designed courses

We played Ranch/Meadow. Loved the Ranch and not too fond of the Meadow. Holes 5 and 6 that played extremely difficult and not fair. 6 was the worst because it requires long approach shot even from the forward tee. We prefer Ranch/Canyon 18. Beautiful and scenic.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

What a blast!

Obviously two years without rain and mandatory water restrictions have had some impact but what a fun course to play. Highly recommended.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Awesome layout & scenery, Gary Player design, excellent bar

Very challenging and fun course to play when you are on top of your game! It has three nine hole courses: Ranch, Canyon & Meadow. All of them are fun and very scenic (Canyon & Ranch are my favorite 18 hole combination). There is lots of undulation and many elevated tee boxes. This is a very beautiful area of El Cajon/ Jamul in southeast San Diego off the 94 freeway (about a half hour drive from downtown/ Lindbergh Field airport).

I wanted to mention one of the best parts of my round was the Happy Hour specials that are available from 3pm to close EVERY DAY! All draft pints were only $3! They have $3 Stone IPA, Coronado Brewing Co. and Goose Island amongst the typical domestics. Also, your first pitcher was only $10 (might be limited to domestics). Pretty hard to beat that anywhere else! Didn't try the appetizer specials but the bartender mentioned sliders, quesadillas, wings, etc. I will most definitely be back soon to try the appetizers and recap the round with my buddies. All the staff was friendly and accommodating from the pro shop, starter, marshall, cart girl, and the bartender. I highly recommend Steele Canyon!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 22
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Enjoyable track

Both 9's were in great shape. Nice, fast greens in great condition. Enjoyable for both low and high handicappers. Did enjoy the Ranch nine more than the Meadow as Meadow was in a more residential area. Would play Steele Canyon again.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

SD golf

Very friendly. Obviously they need water. Enjoyed the ranch 9 more then canyon 9. I don't get the excessive penalties that you pay if you are a non resident . Not just this course, but every course just sticks it to you. Where does all that extra money go???

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

lots of slow players

Course probably used to be really nice but needs water and lawn care

Too many players out there acting like pros shooting yardage at every hole, then swinging for triple

Disappointed , would only play if I could get a good rate and on then if all the pros speed up there play

Not s beginners course, tough layout if you don't hit it straight,

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course

After finishing we were sorry that our vacation was ending and that we live clear across the continent. We would love to play this course many times. There were plenty of tees to choose from, elevated tees, long and short par 3's and great vistas. The conditions were good and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Highly recommend.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather

Challenging from the Blues

Course was in excellent shape, staff was friendly and greens were running at 11. My game at a 10.5 index didn't hold up to the 135 slope with the distance and wind. Nevertheless it was a fun outing and the couple we were paired with were very nice. I would certainly recommend playing Steele Canyon

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

pleasant Tuesday afternoon

Very friendly staff, got us off 20 min early. Marshall got a foursome to let us play through and after that finished our round in four hours. Greens in great shape, fairways suffering from the drought, but still in fair shape.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great Course

We had nobody in front and nod
Body in back of us. The course was in wonderfull condition, got off on time and played a sub 4 hour round.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Changes in elevation.

Steele canyon is among the most beautiful and yet challenging courses in San Diego County. Breathtaking changes in elevation keep you entertained. The course was in great shape and the greens are FAST. Pace of play was quick and the staff was pleasant and helpful. We can't wait to play again. See you next week.

Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Interesting tract. All three nines playable & enjoyable

Very interesting course . Three nines are all playable and very enjoyable. Players of all ability will enjoy the test of golf. With five sets of tee boxes all can find a level of comfort. Greens are challenging and very fast.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great value

For the money, this is the best course in San Diego. Scenic tee boxes, great views!

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

GEM

Great course for the money, signature hole off a 100' cliff, mountain background

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Not as nice as the website made it look

I have lived in San Diego for 4 years and I am still having a hard time getting used to paying high green fees for average at best courses. I'm from the northwest and you can get so much more for your money up there. Way too many times have I checked out beautiful pics of courses and when I arrive the conditions are mediocre. Steele canyon is another example of that.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Friendliness Fair
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
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Commented on 03/24/2015

I would recommend calling courses in advance of your booking to check about course conditions. This time of year many San Diego courses are going thru maintenance periods and may not be at their peak. All of our maintenance dates are posted directly on our website and as a 27 hole facility we do close each of our 9 holes for approximately 2 weeks at a time so they have a chance to recover before play resumes. I am sorry our course did not meet your extraordinary standards this time, if you would like to call or email and discuss another opportunity to join us I would be happy to try and accommodate you.

membership@steelecanyon.com

Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Challenging and well maintained

This excellent course takes target golf to the next level

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Slippery greens

Not a long course but danger lurks keep your putts around 29 and your total score should be good.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

One of the best in San Diego

The course is a great challenge and a diverse layout. It is more fun the more times you play it. They did punch Meadow in February so it is like a Chinese Checkerboard but I'm sure it will be excellent once it seeds.

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