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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
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0
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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
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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 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 31
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 7
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Treat for Sure

A favorite little golf getaway among the trees; come prepared for a challenge & incredible beauty!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Hole in one.

Got my first ever hole in one on number 14. 160 yard 8 iron.

Conditions Good
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 23
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Apple yes!

Outstanding golf course! A gem hidden in the foothills! Challenging holes with elevation gains, gotta keep it on the fairways! Can't beat the price. Will definitely be back!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Twice a year
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 8
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Challenging course

This is one of the most beautiful course in the area, and in my opinion the most difficult. Many years have passed since I played here (about 25). I hit so many shots I felt good about until the ball ran off the fairway or takes some crazy bounce into the forest. Hitting off the fairway wasn’t bad as long as you don’t take a big divot. The red clay typical in this area doesn’t give much. The greens were super firm and trying to land soft on the many elevated tees was a challenge. The front 9 moved smoothly but slowed considerably on the back. I played much better on the front given an opportunity to find a tempo. The Marshall provided us with the info and assured us he was doing what he could to speed play ahead. Tony the Marshall was polite and professional. Our starter Kevin was also great, and was super friendly. Kevin provided a tip sheet which helped a bit as many holes have dog legs and knowing what side is best it crucial. I’ll likely return when and if my game improves dramatically. I just getting back into golf and customarily play near bogey golf and shoot in the 90s. I have no idea how I actually scored, I ended up quitting keeping score just to have fun and enjoy the views. The photo is of the shortest and most straightforward holes on the course. I don’t recall the name but it’s on the back 9.

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

Beautiful setting

A beautiful day in the hills. Everything was awesome. A challenging hill course and I smiled all day.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 224
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 100 Contributor
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great views from elevated tees

Wear comfortable shoes finding your list ball.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Pace was so darn slow.

I had to quit after 9 at the turn.

Took me over 3 hours to play the front 9 and when I asked the staff what is going on they simply shrugged their shoulders and told me it happens.

Never saw one Marshall.

Disappointed for 80 dollars.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

HONESTLY

Played Super Bowl Sunday so course may have been busier than usual. Course is extremely challenging and some folks just have to tee it up off the back tees for some odd reason, that and cart path only makes for 15 minute waits on some tees. Steep elevation changes uphill will eat drive distances so pick the right tees, off the fairways are dead. This is a visually nice course to look at but difficult for the average golfer. Pick the forward tees, folks, much more enjoyable! Greens in excellent shape and can be troublesome on long putts

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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