About
Nestled in the foothills of Yorba Linda, Black Gold Golf Club sits on the site of a former Shell Oil Field. Arthur Hills, the course's designer, thought the location, with its dramatic elevation changes and panoramic views overlooking Orange County and Palm Beach, was the perfect place for a round of golf. On a clear day, the views stretch as far as the Pacific Ocean and Catalina Island. The challenging layout is filled with narrow, rolling fairways and fast greens accented by thick patches of punishing rough. Due to the hilly terrain, a flat lie is hard to come by. The front nine requires accuracy and the back nine offers some particularly interesting risk-reward opportunities. Water hazards come into play throughout Black Gold Golf Club, most notably on the 18th. This par-5 finishing hole incorporates a cascading waterfall.
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Awards & Recognition
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Top Courses in California(2016 #25)
Golfer Photos
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Photo submitted by kevanrayden on 01/09/2026
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Team Gtz. Photo submitted by 2NsGtz on 07/09/2025
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Photo submitted by mdwright85 on 02/15/2024
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Photo submitted by mdwright85 on 02/15/2024
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Photo submitted by mdwright85 on 02/15/2024
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Photo submitted by u000002546322 on 10/29/2023
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Photo submitted by jethep on 07/04/2023
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Photo submitted by u314159904067 on 02/23/2022
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Photo submitted by u887378149 on 02/12/2022
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Photo submitted by u000003318437 on 06/22/2021
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Photo submitted by u000002268714 on 05/31/2021
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Photo submitted by jossc75 on 01/18/2021
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Photo submitted by u340515415 on 06/28/2019
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Photo submitted by u340515415 on 06/28/2019
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Photo submitted by u340515415 on 06/28/2019
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Photo submitted by KennethZ on 06/20/2019
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Photo submitted by schraudtga on 05/21/2019
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Photo submitted by schraudtga on 05/21/2019
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18th green Photo submitted by hbtim1967 on 07/05/2015
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4th hole Photo submitted by csmd5557 on 07/08/2013
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Photo submitted by namaste1973 on 12/10/2012
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Photo submitted by namaste1973 on 12/10/2012
Golfer Reviews
Punched greens
Great golf course that I usually enjoy playing.
Greens were punched 2weeks ago and pro shop guy told me that the greens are at90-95%.
They were 70% at best.
I wouldn’t pay $125 again to play here under current conditions...I wouldn’t even pay half.
As a matter of fact, they should advertise when greens are punched.
I feel cheated.
Stay Away - bad condition, ridiculous cost
I wish I read these reviews before spending $125 to play Black Gold today. They were charging a cheaper rate for the aeration but now that the rate is back to their normal one I figured the course would be ready - and in even better condition. 100% wrong. The greens are still punched, sand everywhere, all putts are bumpy. On top of that, no one fixes their ball marks so that doesn’t help the greens. Most of the tee boxes were horrible. The tees were moved all over - not playing anywhere close to what the card says for each hole’s tees.
It truly is highway robbery that they charge $125 for what I played today. Go to Coyote Hills for $115 instead! Much better layout. Much better condition. And much better pace. Tee times there are spaced 15 mins. Here they are 8 mins.
We waited on every tee box and every fairway. EVERY single hole we played had 3-4 groups on at once. Normally one on the green, one on the fairway, us trying to tee off, and the group behind us waiting for us to hit. On every hole the group behind us was at the tee box as we were teeing off.
As the most expensive public course I’ve seen or played in LA county or Orange county, there is no chance I could ever recommend.
Poor greens
First time playing at this course. Course lay outs are OK but cost is VERY high vs course. At this time putting greens are worse and bumpy. Couldn't able to putt well bc balls are rolling many different directions due to restructuring greens. I don't think its worth of paying $$ this course.
Advanced notice
While 18 whole hole airing , closing is better I Would have not get there
If I know No advanced notice in golfnow $10 is enough as range ballsl
Greens were being aerated so they were not fun to putt on, but I knew that going into it. Besides that, beautiful course and well maintained, and highly recommend to anyone. Will be coming back once the greens are back to normal!
Aerated and Sanded Greens
Decent course. Lots of blind shots and target golf but playable. The aerated greens had about a quarter inch of sand on it so putting was nearly impossible. Maybe that explains the discounted price. I would like to return when the greens are back in shape.
Aerated greens
I've played here a number of times before. Normally I would give this course a 4.5. It's a great layout, well-maintained, and has great views. But when I booked it 5 days before, it did not mention the greens were being aerated. Not only were the greens punched but they were completely filled with sand, making putting impossible and the whole round unenjoyable. We ended up mostly practicing chipping. What's the point of a reservation system if it doesn't tell you something as basic as this?
Punched greens had too much sand
The greens had just been punched. But the sand had not been swept off the greens - unbelievably lame. I can live with a discount for punched greens, but putting on sand is simply not golf.
Great Course & Friendly Staff
Had a great time playing Black Gold. For the price, it is hard to beat. And a huge bonus was the staff. Everyone we interacted with was very friendly.
Very good
Weather was hot but play was exiting. Very good condition and supurb operation. The only thing deserve complain was following team. They are too in a hurry and pressing. Take it easy folks here is not a market place. Nobody is chasing you.....
Enjoyable
Great views and very well kept course, challenging at times with blind tee shots but pretty fun to play. Bring your sunscreen!