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4.3
85 Reviews (85)
5 Stars
36
4 Stars
28
3 Stars
14
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.1
Layout
4.8
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.1
85.6%
Recommend this course
67 out of 85 reviews
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4.9
9 Reviews (9)
5 Stars
8
4 Stars
1
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.8
Value
5.0
Layout
5.0
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.8
StaffFriendliness
4.9
100.0%
Recommend this course
9 out of 9 reviews
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4.8
19 Reviews (19)
5 Stars
15
4 Stars
4
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
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1 Stars
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Conditions
4.7
Value
4.8
Layout
5.0
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.7
StaffFriendliness
4.8
100.0%
Recommend this course
19 out of 19 reviews
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Course Highlights
The course layout and scenic views consistently impress, with well-maintained conditions rewarding strategic shot-making at Mammoth Lakes elevation. Friendly, attentive staff and a smooth pace of play make each round a memorable experience.

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Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 70
Length 6708 yards
Slope 133
Rating 71.0
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Course Details

Year Built 1999
Fairways Rye/Bluegrass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Open: 6/15 Closed: 10/15
Architect Cal Olson (1999)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range No
Golf School/Academy Yes
Golf Simulator Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Indoor Practice Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Appropriate golf attire

Food & Beverage

Food & Beverage

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4.3
85 Reviews (85)
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Amazing

This course is in exceptional shape. We got out for the super twilight rate at 4:20 for $35 and got in 18. Greens, fairways, rough, everything was very well kept. Tough but not over the top. Looking forward to playing this course everytime we come up.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 11
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Beautiful Tough course between the Pines

The course is beautiful. The course is narrow and lined with pine trees. The fairways were in excellent condition, the bunkers had fluffy sand, and the 1st cut was dense bluegrass. The greens were in great shape but run slowly. Although the course is near the base of the Mammoth mountain ski runs, the course itself has little elevation change. The fairways are narrow and creeks and ponds protect some greens. A fairway wood or long iron is a smart play on many par 4s- so of course, I pulled out my driver and whacked the ball into the woods.
The staff is great.
A bear lives on the ninth hole: his den is in the drainage culvert. No joke.
A great time and the views are spectacular.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

unbeleivable alpine golf experience

course was in superb condition and the layout is fantastic. super scenic and tons of fun!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Walked

Best in the Sierra

Sierra Star Golf Course is the magnificent! Perched in the high alpine of Mammoth Lakes, CA at 8,000 feet, it's the highest golf course in California. Ball flight is amazing! Stunning views of the Sierra's complimented by immaculate California sun and low humidity. Challenging at times due to the fairways lined with tall pines on either side; the course loves you to hit it straight! Walkable or carts available. Very friendly and accommodating staff at club house with a festive atmosphere at the Chip Shot bar and cafe. Full service pro-shop with lessons, rentals and demos available. Free practice greens, driving net and chipping greens adjacent to parking lot. Long days enable play from as early as 6am until dark around 8pm. Common to see black bears and other wildlife roaming the grounds. Great food & beverage specials as well as $25 for 5 holes after 5pm, 7 days a week. Golf in the morning, hike, bike, fish or check out Yosemite in the afternoon. More info here: http://www.mammothmountain.com/sierrastar

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 07/11/2016

The majestic atmosphere is the best. It makes up for hitting a drive straight and then the undulating fairways pitch it into the trees. This is a beauty but you have to play it multiple times to know how the course plays.

Played On
Reviews 24
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Walked

very high priced at the time but nice

There is also a 9hole course in town that is very nice. But this course is very good

Conditions Excellent
Value Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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