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4.4
516 Reviews (516)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
30
2 Stars
7
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.3
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
3.8
Amenities
4.1
97.2%
Recommend this course
496 out of 516 reviews
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4.2
28 Reviews (28)
5 Stars
11
4 Stars
12
3 Stars
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2 Stars
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1 Stars
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Conditions
4.0
Value
4.3
Layout
4.5
Pace
3.5
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.7
96.4%
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27 out of 28 reviews
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4.4
67 Reviews (67)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
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Conditions
4.1
Value
4.2
Layout
4.4
Pace
3.8
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.7
97.0%
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65 out of 67 reviews
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Course Highlights
Consistently friendly staff and a well-regarded layout make this course a reliable local favorite worth returning to. Course conditions and overall value earn strong marks from repeat players who keep coming back.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6803 yards
Slope 133
Rating 73.0

Cypress Ridge Golf Club stretches along the Central Coast, taking its name from the abundant cypress trees that are scattered throughout the course. The scenic and hilly terrain is the star of this layout, it provides challenging ups-and-downs but also stunning views. The smooth, fast greens are often elevated, as are many of the tees. The strategic placement of the bunkers was determined by the natural contours of the landscape. Though the golf course has many challenges to offer, playability is also a key feature. Golfers of all skill levels can approach Cypress Ridge Golf Club with confidence. Water does not have a prominent presence but it does come into play on the finishing par-5 hole. The golf course is a local favorite for both the enjoyable round itself and the friendly staff.

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Course Details

Year Built 1999
Greens Rye Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Peter Jacobsen (1999) Jim Hardy (1999)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes - "Cypress Ridge Golf Academy"
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Indoor Practice Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Collared shirts or appropriate golf attire required

Available Facilities

Meeting Facilities, Banquet Facilities

Available Sports

Fitness
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4.4
516 Reviews (516)
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Reviews 10
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing

Hidden little jem

Great course in beautiful setting, this was first time playing, very challenging from back tees but playable all levels from front tees, nice elevation changes, nice dog leg holes, fast and true greens... I really had good time playing course and will reacommend to my Monterey buddies.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great condition!!!

I have nothing bad to say about the course . The greens are very nice !! The staff is super friendly. Slow groups should let smaller groups play through.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Prices are now more reasonable under new ownership using Golfnow. Friendlier staff. New carts allowing one golfer per cart during pandemic and holes made shallower so you don't have to touch the pin. Grass is in great shape. Cart paths need a bit of repair. Sand traps are a disaster due to the rains.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Love the course

Drove from San Jose to play here, one of the only courses open due to the coronavirus. Staff was friendly, course played great and got done in about 3 and half hours! Def would recommend this course to anyone.... bunkers were the only down part, muddy or hard sand... but that’s expected with all the rain’

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

The best public golf course in the central coast.

A fantastic golf course with a friendly staff and a nice driving range. Bill in the pro shop was very helpful. The course is well maintained with a beautiful layout, the greens....well, the greens are weird (in a good way) but that between you and your putter. I strongly recommend this course, I’ll try to play it at least once a week.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 19
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Beautiful golf course

Excellent layout on a beautiful piece of land. Golf course is in very good shape, and the two members of the staff that we dealt with were extremely friendly and helpful. well worth playing!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Beautiful central coast golf

Cypress Ridge offers a beautiful picturesque layout with rolling hills and plenty of challenges. The staff is always friendly and accommodating with easy booking and service. It is our first choice among golf courses on the central coast.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

One of the best on the Central Coast

There are only three courses on the Central Coast that stand out. Cypress Ridge is one of them. The Peter Jacobsen design is outstanding. Only a few miles from the ocean, the course is well maintained and always in good condition. There is water on several holes and significant elevation changes. The greens are difficult to read, but fair. The practice facilities are good with a driving range, putting green and chipping area. While the pro shop is small, they serve alcohol and a selection of breakfast and lunch menu items with a half dozen tables.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
Incentivized Review
4.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked

Challenging Greens; Great Views!

Off the beaten path, Cypress Ridge is an undiscovered and underrated golf course located in the Central Coast of California. Almost anytime, you can walk on and play a round in 4 hours or less. Tees, greens and fairways are always well kept. Course layout presents some challenges, bunkers are deep and protect greens. Good luck if you get in one to save par. Have fun; enjoy!

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
First Time Playing

Disheartening Greens

Called ahead to make sure green's/course in good nick

Alex in the pro shop was confident that while the greens had been 'punched' 2 weeks ago, they were 'putting well' .... what a load of cobblers - greens were disgracefully slow and bumpy.. very very disappointing

(3 handicapper)

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Poor
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 1000
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 1 Contributor
California Advisor
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Cypress Ridge

Rode the Blues (6443/71.3/128) early morning with Mike, playing on a GM 2 person deal. The POP was slightly over 3.5H, playing in sunny, calm conditions in the low 60's.

Nice layout, my first time here. Reminded me of several courses I played outside Portland. Lots of elevation changes, rolling hills, tight, tree lined fairways and large, sometimes severe greens. Mostly poa annua grass throughout the course.

The tees had good coverage and were good to play from.

The rough close to the fairways was not too tall but was thick/penal. Rough farther from the fairways was 1-2' tall, forget it, lost ball.

The fairways were good to play from. Lots of undulation on the fairways here.

The sand was nicely maintained. More fine dirt than sand, but I found it to be good to play from.

The large greens were firm and quick, especially downhill. I had trouble with these greens, both in reading them and with the speed. Extremely poor putting day but still came away feeling like the greens rolled very well.

The customer service was good from all encountered. Busy driving range and they have a putting and chipping practice area. Carts are basic, no GPS. Very nice layout, fun course in very good condition. Recommended.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Fun and Fair

Tee's off at 21:50 on a Sunday, a group hadfinished a tourney in front of us so it was clear sailing all day!

Fun course, there is nothing tricky but don't take that as easy! Driving the golf ball straight is at a premium as the rough is punishing and there are homes on some of the holes. The greens were quick, the rough was tough, but the conditions were perfect.

I would highly recommend this course, as it is a track I would definelty play again!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 89
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
California Advisor
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Resort like course without resort like fees

I've played here annually for the past 20 years and always find it to be a treat. First of all, this course is located in Central Coast area which is about 30 degrees cooler than my home town 2 hours away. So, summer drive is definitely worth it.

The course is very fun. The holes are challenging with undulations and dog legs. Some short risk / reward short par 4s along with some meaty par 5s. Greens also have some nasty hidden breaks. Elevation change isn't dramatic, but enough to keep one on their toes. First timer will struggle due to not knowing when to go for it and when to lay up. But, play it couple of times and you'll get the hag of it. Also, try to play the course the way it was meant to be. Stray tee shots on some holes can be punishing. Great course to play.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Great course at a great price.

We loved the course. Very scenic and each hole sets up differently with interesting elevation changes. I probably would have given it 5-stars, except the greens were plugged...that time of year!

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Golf at Cypress Ridge

Course was in good shape, except the greens were just punched and sanded so putting was not reliable. Would definitely play this course again.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

A beautiful and challenging course!

The fairways and greens were well cared for. Each hole has its own challenges. The staff wasn't all that helpful, but the course made up for their inadequacies.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Poor
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Cypress Ridge, for winter golf in Ca, is in great condition. The greens are fast and true.

I plan on playing Cypress Ridge once more before we leave Ca. The tee box combo selection [127 slope] is a great way to play this course for a 15/16 hdcp player. For the up hill shots, use 2 clubs down instead of 1.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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