Whitney Oaks GC: #2
A view of the 2nd green at Whitney Oaks Golf Club.
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4.4
1248 Reviews (1248)
5 Stars
558
4 Stars
489
3 Stars
123
2 Stars
51
1 Stars
27
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.5
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.5
92.5%
Recommend this course
1105 out of 1248 reviews
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4.4
36 Reviews (36)
5 Stars
20
4 Stars
12
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.5
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.8
88.9%
Recommend this course
32 out of 36 reviews
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4.6
76 Reviews (76)
5 Stars
48
4 Stars
24
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.6
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.6
StaffFriendliness
4.8
93.4%
Recommend this course
71 out of 76 reviews
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Course Highlights
The course layout consistently earns high praise for its technical, challenging holes that reward strategic play and keep golfers coming back. Excellent greens, friendly staff, and strong overall value make this course a compelling choice for any round.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 71
Length 6794 yards
Slope 140
Rating 74.0

Whitney Oaks Golf Club in Rocklin sits just half an hour from Sacramento but the stunning landscape blanketed with thousands of live oaks feels much more secluded. In addition to the trees, massive granite outcroppings accent the course. It is both a visually stunning and formidable championship layout. The diverse topography is the focus, providing many challenges with the elevation changes and towering trees that line the narrow fairways. The rolling topography helped to determine the placement of the bunkers. Wetlands come into play throughout the golf course, also serving as home to numerous varieties of indigenous wildlife. The golf course finishes with a tough hole, a long par 5 that is flanked by wetlands on both the left and right. Whitney Oaks G.C. also has a practice facility with a 15-station driving range, a putting green, and pitching area.

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Course Details

Year Built 1997
Golf Season Year round
Architect Johnny Miller (1997) Fred Bliss (1997)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
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, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Bar, Snacks, Grill, Beverage Carts

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

4.4
1248 Reviews (1248)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 33
19th Hole Scenic Views 30
Patio Dining 30
Course Challenges Include:
Undulating Greens 56
Forced Carries 49
Narrow Fairways 49
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 58
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 40
Locals 33
This Course's Location is:
In the 'Burbs 42
Worth the Drive 35
Convenient to the City 30

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Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
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2.0
Previously Played

Punching greens

They were punching the greens on the back and not even going in number order so I had to wait 2 separate times about 10-15 minutes just to finish. If the guy in the pro shop would’ve said something this would’ve probably not bothered me as much but he literally said you will have no restrictions playing a fast round

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Poor
Pace Fair
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
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Previously Played

Slowww play and no Marshall

The course itself is beautiful but the pace of play was incredibly slow. We played on a Saturday and the group in front of us were three players along with two girlfriends/wives and two little kids. No marshall around to tell the kids not to play in the sand trap or to rake them afterwards. Just parents chasing their kids around on a golf course in a Saturday with no care of anyone behind them for 5 1/2 hours

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 23
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 26
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 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course

Always have enjoyed playing this course. Today was the first time playing with my sons and they loved it and I loved the time spent with them on such a wonderful course. Looking forward to playing here again with my sons.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 25
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

A great game

Review of Whitney Golf Course, California

I had an absolutely fantastic time playing at Whitney Golf Course. The way the course plays is just phenomenal—well-maintained fairways, smooth greens, and a layout that offers both challenge and enjoyment for any golfer. Every hole felt thoughtfully designed, making the round not only competitive but also a great experience overall.

One of the biggest highlights was the staff. From check-in to the final hole, everyone was incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the day even more enjoyable. It’s always nice to play at a course where the staff genuinely cares about the players’ experience.

The food was another pleasant surprise. After the round, grabbing a bite was a great decision because everything tasted fresh and well-prepared. Definitely a strong point for the course.

The only downside was the electronic scorecard system in the carts. It initially stated that scores could be emailed or printed, but unfortunately, that feature wasn’t functional. Apparently, the course’s new management didn’t renew the subscription, which was a little disappointing. It’s a minor thing, but it would have been nice to have that option.

Overall, Whitney Golf Course is an excellent place to play, and I’d highly recommend it to any golfer looking for a great day on the course. With friendly staff, fantastic course conditions, and great food, it’s a must-visit. I just hope they fix the scorecard system in the future!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 86
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played

Tuff

Conditions were exceptional. Pace of play was terribly slow 5:45 to get to 16th hole n called it a day. But everything was great.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice but very slow play

Course in good shape but very slow play and no real effort by Marshall to address the couple of groups who were the issue. Staff in pro shop and bar were very nice.

Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Challenging but fun!

Whitney Oaks is one of the toughest course in Sac area. Tee shots open up narrow fairways then the second shots bring in lots of little creeks then fast and undulating greens test your putting skills.

The condition of the course is very good considering recent rain.Only problem was it took 30 more minutes to complete the round. Considering the tough course layout with full tee sheet it was expected but no Marshall to manage the pace. Only the gps screen on the golf cart will tell you you’re behind but it doesn’t know we had to wait on every hole.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Was the greenskeeper mad when placing flags?

Or nah? Nearly every flag was on the edge of the green, whether it be front or back. I admit, my score was due to my own errant shots, but pin placement could be a bit more favorable. Fairways are brown which I expect in the wintertime but as sloped as the greens are.. C'mon man!

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
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
Played On
Reviews 226
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 100 Contributor
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Real test

Played from Club tees @6100 slope 127 too low should be 130+ tight fairways and hazards with bvery difficult greens

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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