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Willowick Golf Course
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About
Opened in 1929, Willowick Golf Course in Santa Ana is Orange County's oldest public golf course. It is a challenging layout that has garnered a quite a following over the years. The course features wide fairways and large greens that offer ample room. There aren’t any water hazards a few strategically placed sand traps come into play and there are also mature trees lining the fairways. Golfers will get to practice a variety of different shots on this course. It is player-friendly enough for high-handicappers but there are still some challenges for low handicappers. The excellent condition of the greens and fairways are inviting no matter what your skill level. In addition to the golf course, Willowick also offers a grass driving range and three practice putting greens.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 71 | 6061 yards | 67.7 | 110 |
| Red (W) | 71 | 5742 yards | 72.3 | 118 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue M: 68.4/113 W: 74.4/124 | 327 | 195 | 502 | 155 | 387 | 463 | 183 | 281 | 375 | 2868 | 520 | 541 | 154 | 388 | 330 | 397 | 286 | 178 | 399 | 3193 | 6061 |
| Green M: 66.5/109 W: 72.4/119 | 320 | 190 | 481 | 144 | 349 | 444 | 149 | 267 | 367 | 2711 | 510 | 532 | 147 | 381 | 323 | 382 | 270 | 157 | 329 | 3031 | 5742 |
| Handicap | 11 | 9 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 7 | 15 | 13 | 5 | 10 | 4 | 18 | 6 | 16 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 8 | |||
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap (W) | 13 | 11 | 1 | 17 | 3 | 7 | 15 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 18 | 8 | 14 | 6 | 16 | 10 | 12 |
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Photo submitted by Caljuju on 02/14/2024
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Photo submitted by Golfboi23 on 07/21/2021
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Our scorecard... Photo submitted by Peter3419502 on 06/11/2020
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Photo submitted by HallsyHall on 05/06/2015
Fair Day
This was my second time playing the course, it needs some work. Pace of play was horrendous but the players were all understanding. The course has a pretty descent layout but the fairways need some grass and the bunkers, which I found alot of, need some sand.
Caddy shack 2
Played golf for55 years never seen fairways that bad gophers holes everywhere grass was sparse took over 5 hours to play fivesomes everywhere only positive things was the greens they were great glad it was sunny day in California
Holiday Golf
I haven't played Willowick for many years and I must say that the conditions of the course, especially fairways was terrible. Not sure if it is a lack of money to keep things up or if someone just doesn't take pride in their business. Having golfed out of california, I can safely say that the courses, Willowick, can't hold a candle to the conditions of these courses. I will golf there again, just a shame that the average guy with a limited budget has courses like this one to pick from.
Seems to do the job.
I checked in as a single and was put with 3 very compatible gentlemen who made for a friendly round of golf. Greens were satisfactory but the fairways were "rough" with lots of potholes and very uneven grass which made for a rough cart ride. I didn't lose a ball but many times it took all four of us to find a ball in the middle of the fairway (no exaggeration). The pace of play was ok but the 4 some in front of us somehow became a 5 some and even though may not have slowed us down that much really seemed like it. We did finish a little after 5 with a 12:50 tee-off.
Good greens
The course could use some tlc in the fairways but the greens were perfect and for me that's the most important.
Gopher Problem
Yes, gopher (not golfer) problem. We paid $55 to play with a cart and the fairways were so bad we could barely drive them! Not going back anytime soon!
Good course for a practice round or to work on new clubs.
Good practice course but not a good course to entertain friends or clients.
Willowick
I really enjoy playing here. Fairways are a little rough but the greens are in great shape. One of my favorite local courses to play
Willowick Gold Course
Some of the fairways were in rough shape. Looks as though they might have a gopher issue. The greens were pristine though. Very good condition. I do enjoy playing there and will definitely play there again soon.
Needs better turf management
I’ve played this course several times as it is a good price, especially when I’m treating my boys to a round. I don’t expect much for the price, but the condition of fairways, tee boxes, fencing and driving range leave much to be desired. Especially when compared to nearby low price options. I hope they get on course and improve soon.
Enjoyable
The round was ok, you can tell they are at the starting point of renovations, but they have a ways to go
Fairways horribly maintained
The fairways were horribly maintained! It was impossible to get proper footing. There were holes everywhere, hard dirt patches, too much dry grass, etc. This was our first time at the course and we will definitely not return
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