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4.6
767 Reviews (767)
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1 Stars
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Conditions
4.4
Value
4.6
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.2
95.9%
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726 out of 767 reviews
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4.7
13 Reviews (13)
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Conditions
4.6
Value
4.5
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.9
92.3%
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12 out of 13 reviews
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4.7
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Conditions
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Layout
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Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.9
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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

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

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4.6
767 Reviews (767)

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Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 05/30/2017

Thank you for the 5 Star Rating!

Played On
Reviews 32
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 05/30/2017

Thank you for the 5 Star Rating!

Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Ok

Would have been nice before booking tee time it was mentioned greens were punched and that its cart path only. Other than that everything was great!

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 05/30/2017

akarres,

Thanks for the feedback and we are sorry that the course maintenance was not conveyed to you. Hope to see you back soon so we can earn those last two stars!

Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 05/30/2017

Thank you for the 5 Star Rating!

Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful Scenery, Great layout

This course was very fun. Only downfall was the soggy conditions. It still needs another month or two to dry out from all the rain/snow the Seirras have had this past winter. They couldn't even open the driving range. Other than that, it's a beautiful course. Great price too. I'll be back in a couple of months. No doubt about it.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 05/30/2017

Thanks for coming in!

As you noticed, March can still be a soggy month for us here and we are sorry they conditions weren't the best when you came. Hope to see you back soon so we can earn that 5th Star!

Played On
Reviews 29
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

ABOVE THE FOG

Played on Saturday,course was in great shape for being close to 3000 ft.Sun was out,no wind,just great service and great pace of play..Weather was much nicer than lower elevations.Kinda cool in shade,but stay in fairway,its warmer...The staff is great there

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 05/30/2017

Thank you for the 5 star review. We LOVE hearing your positive feedback!

Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Very scenic challenging course

Had a great day midweek. It wasn't crowded so played at leisurely pace. Great views. Greens in excellent shape. Cold water at water stops. Friendly staff. I can't wait to come back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 10/25/2016

We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your time at Apple Mountain! We look forward to having you back!

Played On
Reviews 25
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

This course has everything

One of the best courses I have played,I have played all over the USA and Europe a lot of up ,down holes right to left the greens are the best around easy to read if I lived in the the area I would play this course everyday .Great course thank you so for a great day.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 09/27/2016

We are honored to hear that we are one of the best courses that you have ever played. Our staff works hard to keep the course in top condition, so we appreciate getting this review. We hope you will come back and see us soon!

Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Very cool mountain course

This is a difficult, narrow course with spectacular views, elevation drops, and towering pines in the Sierra's. It could use some tlc, greens are slow and bumpy, but for the value and views it is a very nice day of golf. Slow play the day we played( 5 hours). If you spray the ball, bring plenty!! Senior rate on Tuesday was $37, cart included. Pay attention to the tip sheet they give you, and read putts from both sides and play more break than you think is needed.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
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Commented on 09/12/2016

Hi Gary,

Thank you for the feedback and the tips! We appreciate you coming out and playing at Apple Mountain. Hope to see you back out on the greens in the future!

Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Scenic and Tough

This course is a challenge. And don't even think about walking it. Best suited for mountain goats. Each tee opens a new postcard - beautiful scenery. I highly recommend Apple Mountain. If you are not experienced with a low handicap, bring extra balls.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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Commented on 09/12/2016

Thank you for the great review! The views at the course are truly beautiful. While the course can be challenging, we hope you enjoyed it!

Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Now my favorite Mountain Course

Staff was very friendly. The course was very well marked so you were able to navigate from tee to tee with ease. Greens and fairways were in excellent condition. My wife told me to be sure I mention the extremely clean and modern restroom on the course. My wife and I had a wonderful day. Hats off to the staff and greens keepers.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 09/06/2016

Glad to hear that you and your wife had an enjoyable experience while playing at Apple Mountain! Our staff works hard to keep the course in top condition so thank you for taking notice. We hope to have you and your wife back soon!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Can't get mad

Can't get mad after a bad swing, with views like this! Club down, lots of roll and carry. Awesome! Great customer service....thanks

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 09/06/2016

The views at the course really are great! It's nice to get out and play a round with the beautiful scenery. Happy to see that our staff was friendly. Hope to see you back out on the greens soon!

Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

awesome

very very nice, I can't wait to play it again

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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Commented on 08/02/2016

Thank you for the 5 Stars! We look forward to having you back out at Apple Mountain!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Amazing Views challenging course

Amazing mountain course with spectacular layout.

Friendly staff got us out early. Some challenging holes require course strategy and less than driver for good ball placement. What a great view on every hole.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 08/02/2016

We appreciate the wonderful review! Having views on every hole just makes your round that much better. doesn't it! Happy to hear our staff was friendly and helpful. Please come back and see us soon!

Played On
Reviews 22
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

The course is visually great and fun to play the use of nature in the flag sticks and yardage markers and is great attention to details other courses

Great place to play and enjoy mother nature beautiful

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 08/02/2016

Thank you so much for the 5 Stars! The natural surroundings of Apple Mountain truly are beautiful! We hope you will come back and see us at Apple Mountain soon!

Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

A walk in the woods

This is a great course to play to improve your accuracy. It is challenging and fun to play. The greens are in good shape except they need to be softer . I hit many high shots close to the flag that would not hold the greens. I also wish they had a GPS system. Overall I would recommend this course to my friends.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 08/02/2016

Hi Matt,

Thank you for the review and your feedback! We are always looking for ways to improve the course so we appreciate you taking the time to leave a review! Hope to see you back at Apple Mountain soon!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Wonderful course

Great day great golf course play there often highly recommend it

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 07/15/2016

Thank you so much for the 5 Stars and for coming out and playing Apple Mountain so many times. We look forward to having you back!

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Fabulous course

This is a wonderful course with a challenging lay out that includes several drop T shots and well laid out dog-legs. The course has a great atmosphere. The manicured yet natural mountain terrain and landscapes are great. It was a welcome escape from the heat in Cameron park. Amazing what a 20 min ride makes for the summer heat. The staff is very good and extremely helpful. The rates are very reasonable, especially for a twilight round, which starts at about 3:30, which IMHO, makes it a viable option for 18 holes under good light. The course is heavily wooded and well shaded. Carts all top flight Yamaha electrics and they are maintained well. In the 3 years I have been playing, and playing many CA courses, this is my favorite course overall. It requires a player to pay attention or it can be a real ball eater. The course is however not so difficult or demanding that it is a frustrating experience for a newer golfer. I rate Apple Mountain highly.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 07/15/2016

Thank you so much for the 5 Stars! Being at the top of the mountain really does help with the Summer Heat!We are honored to here that we are your favorite course! See you back at Apple Mountain soon!

Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Scenic Views at Apple Mountain Golf Resort

This is a challenging course with beautiful surroundings. The course is well maintained throughout the entire year, as I have had the opportunity to play various times during the year. The staff is always friendly and helpful. This is a course you can really feel like you have gotten away from the day-to-day grind. I encourage anyone who enjoys a challenge, loves nature, and likes a scenic forest type setting. If you're lucky, you may even see a deer or two.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 06/21/2016

Thank you for the great review and for being such a loyal customer to our golf course! We appreciate having such great golfers like you playing at Apple Mountain. We look forward to seeing you back!

Played On
Reviews 46
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Awesome

This place is a gem. Staffs are always friendly and courteous. Be back again very soon....

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 06/21/2016

Thank you so much for the wonderful 5 Star Review and the kind words! We can't wait to have you back at Apple Mountain!

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