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776 Reviews (776)
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1 Stars
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Conditions
4.4
Value
4.4
Layout
4.8
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.8
91.0%
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718 out of 776 reviews
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4.5
25 Reviews (25)
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Conditions
4.3
Value
4.3
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.8
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4.8
88.0%
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22 out of 25 reviews
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4.8
53 Reviews (53)
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Conditions
4.6
Value
4.6
Layout
4.9
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.9
StaffFriendliness
4.9
94.3%
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private/Resort
Par 72
Length 7232 yards
Slope 141
Rating 75.4

Located at the heart of the immense Anza Borrego State Park, Rams Hill Golf Club sits perched on a hillside overlooking the desert floor. Tom Fazio designed the course, fully utilizing the existing features of the terrain from the natural slopes and undulations to the many lakes and streams. The layout features rolling fairways and elevated greens framed by carefully sculpted bunkers. Each hole has a different character, as well as a different set of challenges, thanks to the natural elevation changes. The final hole is considered a classic Fazio finishing hole and one of the most memorable on the golf course. This par 5 begins with a downhill tee shot to a wide fairway that slopes towards a large lake on the right, then you'll face an uphill third shot to a green protected by an array of threatening bunkers and a large waterfall.

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Course Details

Year Built 1983
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Ted Robinson, Sr. (1983) Tom Fazio (2007) Dennis Wise (2007) Jackson Kahn Design (2013)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf Simulator Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Indoor Practice Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Food & Beverage

Beverage Carts

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

4.6
776 Reviews (776)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 41
Patio Dining 41
19th Hole Scenic Views 37
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 53
Undulating Greens 46
Water Hazards 39
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 46
A Bucket list/Top 100 Pick 39
A Weekend Splurge 37
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 54
At a Resort 11

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Reviews 181
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 100 Contributor
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Very windy

Great course...little too expensive for folks to come along way to play course however I traveled from fla to play on the way to Indian Wells

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 115
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

One of the Best in Southern California

I have played this course a total of 4 times in the past 3 years. The condition of the greens and fairways has declined from my first 3 visits. This is likely due to the unusual amount of rain this area has received this year. There were areas of several greens that were without grass (possible fungus?). And the fairways were not as lush as in prior years. But overall the course conditions still rated 4+ stars. The sand traps were in great condition, and most of the greens rolled very true (and fast). But given the decline in the condition of the fairways and greens, and can't give this course a 5-star rating for course conditions. And with the course conditions declining a bit, I can't give it 5 stars for value either. BUT, this is still one of the best courses in So CA!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Pushy

upon arriving at thr coarse we were told that we need to keep a 4 .10 pace because fast playing members wld be pushing us.. also told the coarse was booked. after 4 holes we realized we had the coarse to ourselves.

Marshall sat and watched every hole we played. it was an Erie feeling.

finaly wr had to ask for a cart girl to come out as there was no ammenities on the coarse and the starter failed to tell us.. coarse is neautiful and good shape..

i wld play again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 34
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Oregon Advisor
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

A must play

Having seen this course listed in Golfweeks "Best Places You Can Play," I decided I had to make the 2 hour drive from Palm Springs.

I was not disappointed.

First impression was this course was in the middle of nowhere. But, once you get in to the course, everything changes.

First, the driving range is stocked with Pro V1 range balls. Nice touch.

Then, when you get to the course, the tee times are spread out to make for an enjoyable round, without the wait between shots.

Had we not been a twosome, behind a foursome, we likely would not have seen a single individual the whole round.

Give this course a chance when in the Cochella Valley. You won't be disappointed.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

First Class

Our day was fantastic. Wonderful course, perfectly maintained and a 4 hour 10 min pace of play. Excellent facilities from the lovely restaurant/lounge to the ProV1s on the range. Unless you live in Borrego Springs, it's going to be a drive to get there, but the 90min drive from Palm Springs was well worth it for us and we would do it again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

My favorite course in S California

Always great conditions. Greens run perfectly. I have played with low and very high handicappers who enjoy the layout. No hidden traps or gimmicks. I always look forward to driving down to Borrego Springs for a day of golf at Rams Hill. This time we toured some of the spectacular iron sculptures in the desert near Rams Hill before heading home. I have reccomended this course to several friends and they all love the golf course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Excellent shape, fast greens, plenty of bunkers! Beauty all around. Delicious lunch.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Gorgeous Course

Really enjoyed our round. The course is in beautiful shape. Staff were friendly and helpful. The 20+mph wind added an extra layer of challenge .

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

A jewel in Borrego Springs

Great course. As we got closer to Borrego Springs we started to doubt our decision to drive an hour and a half for golf. But it’s worth it. Very nice course with great views. It was in very good condition. The greens were pretty challenging. The fairways in good shape. The staff was very friendly. Overall a very good experience. Will go back for sure.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

A Must Play

Awesome Golf course. Very challenging from the tips. Every club in your bag gets used. Go play, you won’t be disappointed

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Awesome corse

Corse was in awesome condition staff and amenities ware awesome definitely a must play golf corse

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Great Course - Always a treat

This course has views to kill from every hole. The fairways and greens are always firm forcing you to play roll out. The layout forces you to be extremely imaginative when trying to get up and down. Most greens have a "stadium" setup allowing you to play approach shots long know the hill behind will release the ball.

Fun fun fun.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Best Kept Secret in SD County

Walked the course in 3:45 as a twosome on a holiday Monday. Pristine condition and excellent fast greens. Best views in the Borrego Valley. Got a hot deal for $90. Worth it every time.

Then a great lunch, short rib grilled cheese, and a beer, Sculpin, overlooking the 18th.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Rams hill

Awesome golf course cold and windy but great course but check weather out first

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Awesome Experience - Best Staff

From the Pro shop, restaurant, maintenance and ground staff. Everybody was 1st class. Every level and department is there to ensure you have a great experience.

we played 2 rounds, conditions of the course were excellent. greens were super fast, fairways were perfect, bunkers were in great condition. No complaints on course maintenance.

the course layout was fun to play, all types of holes. Long par 4's, challenging short par 4's etc.

I used many different clubs from my bag at this course. Course and area is beautiful and scenic.

Course was busy but we waited very minimally on our second afternoon round only.

from check in to the 36th hole, we had a great experience at this course. Food mat the turn was delicious and generous portion size.We drove 90 mins in from Palm Springs, worth the drive. Will definitely return on our next trip to the area.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 43
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Worth the trip-great day with friends!

We drove from Palm Springs, close to an hour and a half drive. The course is in great condition except for a few greens that had some bare spots, mostly near the edges. Fairways and tee boxes were immaculate.Two of us played there for the first time. We appreciated the variety of holes and the rolling terrain. The fairways were forgiving, mostly sloping back toward the middle, nice for us higher handicappers.

I would recommend the course.

Rambo

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

A symphony for your eyes

Immaculately maintained course. The fastest greens I played all week. Was really windy, which is apparently a common occurrence.

Very few golfers out, so it felt like we had the course to ourselves

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course

Have golfed all around the world , compares with anything we have played. Was really windy but made it even more challenging. Had a great day, everything about the course was first class.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Best desert course!

Best desert course ever! Virtually every hole has amazing views. Layout is challenging but fair. Tee boxes, fairways and greens in excellent shape.

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