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4.6
777 Reviews (777)
5 Stars
491
4 Stars
224
3 Stars
39
2 Stars
14
1 Stars
9
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.6
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.2
96.2%
Recommend this course
735 out of 777 reviews
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4.2
10 Reviews (10)
5 Stars
4
4 Stars
4
3 Stars
2
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0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.4
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.6
90.0%
Recommend this course
9 out of 10 reviews
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4.6
50 Reviews (50)
5 Stars
35
4 Stars
12
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.6
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.8
96.0%
Recommend this course
48 out of 50 reviews
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Course Highlights
Apple Mountain delivers mountain scenery, elevation changes, and well-maintained greens at a fraction of nearby Tahoe course prices. Exceptionally friendly staff and a thoughtfully designed layout consistently earn high praise from returning golfers.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 70
Length 6308 yards
Slope 141
Rating 70.2

Nestled in the rolling hills of Gold Country, Apple Mountain Resort has a dramatic landscape that provides plenty of elevation changes, making it a nearly impossible course to walk. Some of the drops from tee to green are unbelievable, offering unrivaled views of the surrounding mountains. Nearly every hole enjoys a stunning backdrop. The incredibly diverse terrain makes the golf course a challenge regardless of whether you are a novice or a pro. Golfers will have to contend with mature trees, water hazards, and numerous strategically placed bunkers in addition to the uneven lies and blind shots that are a result of the undulating landscape. Apple Mountain Resort's golf course is especially nice to play in the summer since its location enjoys a temperature that is at least a few degrees cooler than the Sacramento Valley.

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Course Details

Year Built 1997
Greens Blue Grass
Golf Season Year round. Weather permitting
Architect Algie Pulley

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Putting Green Yes
Practice Hole Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Amex MasterCard Visa Discover card(s) Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Collared shirt required

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Reviews

4.6
777 Reviews (777)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 26
19th Hole Scenic Views 20
Patio Dining 15
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 69
Undulating Greens 48
Narrow Fairways 33
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 58
Advanced Golfers 47
Locals 31
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 64
Near Local Attractions 9
In the 'Burbs 8

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Reviews 17
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 41
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 31
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Played On
Reviews 79
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played

Georgia on my mind !

Beautiful course especially the month of May

The greens are rolling well and the fairways are well kept

We love all the blossoms right now and the most of all you are in the woods ( no houses) and the Elevated T

Thanks guys ?

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 47
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

perfect day for golf

very friendly in pro shop,course in very good shape, tough greens that are big but lots of slope and thick rough around the collars

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 8
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 54
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

A must play

I always love playing this course. It’s very challenging for beginners and even intermediate players but you will still enjoy the challenge. Most of the time it feels like you are alone out on the course because if it’s not too busy most groups will have some separation between them. I would recommend this course to anyone.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

The course was in excellent condition, pace of play was nice, and the staff were very friendly and helpful. You just don’t wanna get off the fairway makes for a long day and high score.

Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 25
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Top Apple

The course was lush and the greens rolled slow but not bumpy at all. A beautiful day and a great way to spend it. My buddy kept gobbling at the wild turkey’s and they kept talking back to him. Good times great golf.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Apple Mountain Majesty

Tremendous golf course that is groomed to perfection. You can get lost in the scenery and watching the wildlife when trying to figure out which club and target to pick. This is a gem hidden in the ponderosa pines heading to Lake Tahoe. You won’t be disappointed; but, gauge your skill because taking that high risk shot with low probability of making it will leave you blaming the course instead of your course management skills. Great practice areas and a really friendly staff. Mind the cheat sheet the starter offers you. It’s a good guide. Definitely will return.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 33
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

One of My Favorite Courses

Even though the greens had just been aerated, the course was in terrific shape. Fairways were green and lush, traps were in great shape, and the greens, despite being punched, were still good enough that it didn't ruin the round. I just love the lay-out of this course. It will literally make you hit every club in your bag. And don't let the yardage fool you. It may not be the longest course that you play, but if you're not accurate, it will be one of the toughest. I will go back and play Apple Mountain any time!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice-But Tough Course

Very beautiful course, but plan on losing a bunch of balls if you can’t hit the fairways! There are trees, thick rough and water obstacles throughout.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 42
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course

Greens are sanded right now, but should be in good shape soon. The rest of the course was in great shape. Always a fun course to play!!! Great value for the money!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart

9 holes

I did not read the fine print. Back nine closed. Front nine recently plugged greens and sanded. If I realized this, I would have played somewhere else.

The lady who checked us in could have been nicer.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Perfect for Scramble

The course is challenging with trees on either side of the narrow fairways. The changes in elevation make it somewhat difficult for club selection, but he greens are great. We played a four person scramble which made for great golf and a much less frustrating round.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 177
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 100 Contributor
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Perfect weather and the good pace of the play.

Well managed course and a conscientious pairing of the players made the pace of the play great. Finished the whole course under 4 hours with a lower score than usual. The pro shop staff was very friendly and courteous and , showed a player- centered professionalism. It’s a rare occasion to see these days, especially among many unprofessional golf shop staff. The fairways are well maintained and the sand bunkers were filled with fresh sand. The presence of the wild turkeys made course reminded us of the days when we were playing in Georgia and Carolinas some 30 years ago. Thanks again for your concerns to make the players happy again after the snow letdown a couple of months ago.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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