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4.6
1050 Reviews (1050)
5 Stars
835
4 Stars
152
3 Stars
44
2 Stars
13
1 Stars
6
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.1
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.5
85.4%
Recommend this course
989 out of 1050 reviews
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4.4
12 Reviews (12)
5 Stars
9
4 Stars
1
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.1
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.6
StaffFriendliness
4.6
83.3%
Recommend this course
10 out of 12 reviews
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4.4
13 Reviews (13)
5 Stars
9
4 Stars
2
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.6
Value
3.9
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.3
76.9%
Recommend this course
10 out of 13 reviews
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Course Highlights
Exceptionally friendly staff, well-maintained fairways, and fast greens consistently impress golfers at this highly rated course. The scenic layout featuring stunning views and abundant wildlife makes it one of the most memorable tracks in the area.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 7167 yards
Slope 142
Rating 75.2

Maderas Golf Club is one of San Diego's most popular courses. Although it is less than an hour from Torrey Pines, it has a stunning landscape and challenging design that rivals that of the famed seaside course. Maderas may not have the ocean views, but its beautiful landscape provides just as much scenery. Nestled inland amongst rolling hills, the golf course weaves through rocky cliffs and outcroppings. There are mature trees throughout as well as a meandering creek and over forty acres of native wildflowers. There are three sparkling lakes and five waterfalls that come into play on the course. The demanding layout features difficult greens that are large and lightning fast. Several tricky uphill and downhill lies can be found throughout Maderas Golf Club thanks to the hilly terrain.

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Course Details

Year Built 2000
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bent/Poa Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Johnny Miller (2000) Robert Muir Graves (2000)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Caddies Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Amex MasterCard Visa card(s) Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code No denim or tee shirts permitted.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

4.6
1050 Reviews (1050)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 32
Patio Dining 21
19th Hole Scenic Views 20
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 59
Undulating Greens 45
Forced Carries 44
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 45
Advanced Golfers 44
A Weekend Splurge 41
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 41
In the 'Burbs 24
Convenient to the City 21

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Reviews 10
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Maderas is in great shape

Have played this course many times. Played today and it was in the best shape I’ve seen it. Tee to green was 5 stars. The greens were a little slower than normal but understandably soft given the heat wave we’re in.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
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 week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great course

We really love playing at Maderas. Great layout, challenging and in great condition. Pace is usually pretty good. Look forward to our next round!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Beautiful Course

Maderas is meticulously maintained. Absolutely beautiful. The downfall is the General Manager. He is never there along with his buddies that work there. There are several non course related issues at Maderas. However they will not be addressed unless they get a new General Manager.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Amazing course but,

Course was amazing. Loved the layout. Enjoyed the view,however, the guy with the blower cart made my course experience 1star. Nothing takes the peace and focus away like a loud blower by the tee box and then mid fair way , and then on you approach shot. Hole after hole. Super disappointed with the etiquette of the landscaper. Definitely would recommend the course to a friend but hope no ones has the same experience as we did.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

You shouldn't be allowed to play this golf course!

This is a beautiful golf property, in a luxury housing development, and I can hardly believe that it is open to the public. I was visiting the San Diego area and this is one of the best kept secrets in Southern California. Elevation, drop offs, curves, desert vs grass fairways. Beautiful! I was only able to play 18 of the 27 holes available. Next time.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 51
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Beautiful Layout

I played Maderas earlier this week and it was a blast. Course is in good shape and was a good value overall. I had a great time with my buddy visiting as it was his first time playing the course. He was able to use the club rental service called ClubShare and it was great because we picked up the clubs on the way to the course which was even better because the rentals at Maderas are quite expensive. We will definitely be back, and might want to try it during the winter months.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful

Was gonna play Torrey Pines but couldn’t get on the day I was planning and played Maderas. Absolutely gorgeous course in unbelievable shape!! Staff was awesome from the moment I parked my car. For 125$ was expecting an awesome course and experience and I definitely got it and would recommend to anyone who wants a challenge with great conditions. First time playing here and would definitely play again when coming home to visit family. Live in Orlando area and have played some top courses over there, condition wise this is best I have played since moving to Florida 8months ago..

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Great course in Poway.

Excellent condition. Superb layout with a mix of challenging drives and tough approach shots. Fun to play.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Skip Torrey

If you’re a golfer and not a tourist skip Torrey Pines and play Maderas. The course is beautiful, in great condition, the staff is friendly, not an easy course but you’ll forgive that for the challenge and making you think about your game

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 51
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 29
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
California Advisor
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Absolute Gem

Took advantage of the heatwave (108 at 2:40 tee time) to have the place to ourselves. Lots of elevation and plenty of forced carries, but not overly narrow or punitive - a tough but fair test. The course is manicured to perfection and the layout is spectacular. Will definitely return next time in SD.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Golf Course

The layout was great. We played from the blue tees and there were several times where you had to think about driver vs 3-wood off the tee. Course was in great shape, greens were very nice, and we teed off at 8:00am and finished by 11:45 which included a 10 minute stop after 9 for the snack bar. Definitely worth the money and I would recommend this course to everyone and I will be playing there again

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

A beautiful golf course

I had a great time it was real hot. I loved the ups and downs of the terrain and the golf course is in great shape for this time of year

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
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