Blacklake Golf Resort
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3.2
505 Reviews (505)
5 Stars
87
4 Stars
206
3 Stars
119
2 Stars
59
1 Stars
34
Conditions
2.7
Value
3.5
Layout
3.9
Friendliness
4.0
Pace
3.8
Amenities
3.5
66.8%
Recommend this course
382 out of 505 reviews
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3.2
14 Reviews (14)
5 Stars
1
4 Stars
5
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
0
Conditions
3.1
Value
3.6
Layout
3.8
Pace
3.3
Amenities
3.5
StaffFriendliness
3.9
71.4%
Recommend this course
10 out of 14 reviews
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3.3
49 Reviews (49)
5 Stars
7
4 Stars
15
3 Stars
14
2 Stars
11
1 Stars
2
Conditions
2.8
Value
3.7
Layout
3.9
Pace
3.7
Amenities
3.4
StaffFriendliness
3.9
71.4%
Recommend this course
35 out of 49 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public/Resort
Par 71
Length 6034 yards
Slope 124
Rating 69.3

Blacklake Golf Resort boasts 27 holes of championship golf that are divided into three nines called the Oaks, Canyons, and Lakes. The nines can be played in three different 18-hole combinations. The Oaks/Canyons Course is the toughest of the three. The front nine features narrow fairways that wind through mature coastal oaks. If you're not careful, you may find yourself in the woods on this challenging target-style layout. The back nine doesn't get any easier with a layout that tumbles across rolling terrain. With the resort's location on the Nipomo Mesa along California's Central Coast, the elevated tee boxes on the Canyons nine allows for some stunning views. The location also invites refreshing sea breezes. In addition to the three golf courses, there is also a 275-yard driving range available with more than 30 grass and artificial teeing areas as well as three putting, chipping, and pitching greens.

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Course Details

Year Built 1996
Golf Season Year round
Architect Ted Robinson, Sr. (1990)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Collared shirts must be worn at all times. No tanks tops or cut-offs.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill
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3.2
505 Reviews (505)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 18
Watching the Game 9
Brunch 7
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 17
Narrow Fairways 15
Bunkers 12
This course/club is great for:
Locals 26
Playing Multiple Courses 19
A Weekend Splurge 16
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 18
Worth the Drive 15

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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice layout

Course had wonderful variety. Played Canyons and Oaks. Gabby at the restaurant was friendly and made us feel welcomed.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 10/04/2023

Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed the variety of our course and had a positive experience with Gabby at our restaurant. We appreciate your feedback and hope to see you again soon.

Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Walked

Better play with someone who knows the course.

If you play the Oaks 9 save your dolf balls and just skip 7, 8 and 9 and give yourself 3 triple bogies and go to the next course!

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Poor
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 10/04/2023

We apologize for any inconvenience you may have experienced during your round on holes 7, 8, and 9 of our Oaks 9 course. We appreciate your feedback and will take it into consideration to improve the course in the future. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.

Played On
Reviews 9
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Commented on 10/04/2023

Thank you for reviewing us, K3IyKL0yvlP1ccpy8HiO. We see you rated the course 3-stars and are interested in learning what we can do to improve before your next round. Feel free to comment on this review or reach out to the team in the golf shop. We always appreciate the feedback. Thank you for playing Lakes/Canyon at Blacklake Golf Course, and we hope to see you again soon.

Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 10/04/2023

Hi, richert. We would love to hear more about your 4-star experience on our course. Please tell us what we can do to earn that last star, and thanks for golfing at Lakes/Canyon at Blacklake Golf Course!

Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Walked
Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Poor
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 10/04/2023

Hello, u000002750725. Thank you for leaving us a review. We are sorry to hear your experience was anything short of 5 stars, but we hope you will give us another try in the future. Thank you for choosing Lakes/Canyon at Blacklake Golf Course.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Waste of time and money

Other than the exercise, useless. The course needs water. Almost like biting off dirt. Not even worth the $45 for a round. Go elsewhere.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
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Commented on 10/04/2023

We apologize for any inconvenience you may have experienced during your visit to our golf course. Your feedback regarding the lack of water on the course is duly noted, and we will take steps to address this issue. Thank you for your review, and we hope to provide a better experience for you in the future.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 10/04/2023

Hello, 9c5nkIqsXj0ephX7Zv5U. Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We see you rated the course 2-stars and are interested in learning what we can do to improve for your next visit.

We take customer feedback very seriously at our course. Please reach out to our team in the golf shop and tell us what's on your mind.

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 10/04/2023

Hello u314164439261. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave an excellent rating! We really appreciate your business. Please let us know what we can do for you in the future to earn that last star and thanks for choosing Lakes/Canyon at Blacklake Golf Course!

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Needs water.

Dry, dead fairways. Decent greens. Why don’t they sport for new range balls? No dimples left on the ones they have.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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Commented on 10/04/2023

We apologize for the condition of the fairways and the lack of new range balls. We appreciate your feedback and will take it into consideration to improve our course. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.

Played On
Reviews 32
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 10/04/2023

Hello, u000006486085. Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We see you rated the course 2-stars and are interested in learning what we can do to improve for your next visit.

We take customer feedback very seriously at our course. Please reach out to our team in the golf shop and tell us what's on your mind.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

The course was fun to play however, the fairway and greens were in need of TLC

I played nine holes at the canyon course. Some of the greens had with appeared seems and in fair condition at best. Most of the fairways were unkept, having brown dead uneven grass with lots of gopher mounds. Even though the grass, both greens and fairways, was not in pristine condition it was still a fun course to play! There were plenty of beautiful, rustic views, and the weather was spectacular.

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 10/04/2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of your experience playing at our golf course. We apologize if the condition of some of the greens and fairways did not meet your expectations. We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear that you still had a fun time playing and enjoyed the beautiful views and great weather.

Played On
Reviews 32
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

The fairways are turning brown. Seems they need fertilizer and water.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 10/04/2023

Thank you for bringing to our attention the condition of the fairways. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused and appreciate your feedback.

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

Fun time!

The course was very fun and challenging, the canyons are one of my favorite 9s. The greens were receptive and well kept. Fairways were hit or miss but i’d say overall decent.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 10/04/2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and for your kind words about our golf course. We apologize if the fairways were not in perfect condition during your visit, but we appreciate your overall positive feedback.

Played On
Reviews 32
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Previously Played
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 10/04/2023

Hello, u000006486085. Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We see you rated the course 2-stars and are interested in learning what we can do to improve for your next visit.

We take customer feedback very seriously at our course. Please reach out to our team in the golf shop and tell us what's on your mind.

Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Need Marshals to keep good pace.

Pace was very slow. No Marshals onsite ensuring players don’t linger or take too long looking for lost balls. The pro shop guy wasn’t very friendly or attentive. Better customer service is needed.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
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Commented on 10/04/2023

We apologize for the slow pace and lack of marshals on site to ensure players don't linger or take too long looking for lost balls. We will address the issue and strive to improve our customer service. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.

Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
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Commented on 10/04/2023

Hi, u000002084495. We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us. We see you rated the course 1 star and are interested in learning what we can do to improve for your next visit. We take single-star feedback very seriously at our course. You are welcome to comment further or reach out to our team in the golf shop. We always appreciate the feedback. Thanks for choosing Lakes/Canyon at Blacklake Golf Course.

Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 10/04/2023

Hello, u4926207. Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We see you rated the course 2-stars and are interested in learning what we can do to improve for your next visit.

We take customer feedback very seriously at our course. Please reach out to our team in the golf shop and tell us what's on your mind.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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Commented on 10/04/2023

Thank you for reviewing us, billsarao. We see you rated the course 3-stars and are interested in learning what we can do to improve before your next round. Feel free to comment on this review or reach out to the team in the golf shop. We always appreciate the feedback. Thank you for playing Lakes/Canyon at Blacklake Golf Course, and we hope to see you again soon.

Played On
Reviews 4
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Commented on 10/04/2023

Hello, dillonjohn1. We appreciate the review. You rated us 3-stars which means there is room to improve on your recent experience at Lakes/Canyon at Blacklake Golf Course. Let us know, in the comments, how and where you would like to see changes from the course. Thanks for the feedback!

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

NEEDS WATER

Many of the fairways are drying out due to lack of proper irrigation. One one tee box half was green & the other brown.

Conditions Fair
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 10/04/2023

We apologize for the inconvenience caused by the drying fairways and uneven tee box conditions. We appreciate your feedback and will take immediate action to address the irrigation issues to ensure a better experience for our customers. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.

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