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4.6
777 Reviews (777)
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Conditions
4.4
Value
4.4
Layout
4.8
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.8
91.1%
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719 out of 777 reviews
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4.5
26 Reviews (26)
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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
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23 out of 26 reviews
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4.8
53 Reviews (53)
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Conditions
4.6
Value
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Layout
4.9
Pace
4.6
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StaffFriendliness
4.9
94.3%
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50 out of 53 reviews
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Course Highlights
Tom Fazio's desert layout impresses with immaculate fairways, fast greens, and mountain views that consistently earn top marks from recent visitors. Exceptionally friendly staff, complimentary tacos at the turn, and outstanding value make this Borrego Springs gem worth the drive.

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
777 Reviews (777)

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 4
Handicap 5-9
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Previously Played
Perfect weather
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My Review of Rams Hill

Fantastic golf course. Wonderful condition. For the price well worth it. Staff very friendly and helpful. Director of golf there very professional and outgoing. Highly recommend to anyone who wants an outstand day to play in the desert in san Diego county go and play here. Range is tops with all ProV1 practice balls there. Course has 7 water holes with the 18th par 5 breath taking and water. Definitely the very best golf course in all of San Diego you can play My rating is A++.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
e4fb46aa-6108-5f66-a7ac-8190d69841d4
Commented on 12/27/2017

Thank you JBKaufman for the great five star review from your recent visit at Rams Hill We hope to see you tee off on the greens again in the upcoming New Year.

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Amazing course!!

Love this place!! We played 36 holes with a promo and couldn't ask for better course conditions, friendly staff and it might be the best course in Southern California. We played 2-rounds and both under 4-hours. Try doing that at another public course in S. Cal. I will be back!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
e4fb46aa-6108-5f66-a7ac-8190d69841d4
Commented on 12/22/2017

Thank you mjs44 for the five star review! We hope to see you again in the New Year!

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

Great Course in all Weather Conditions

I Played Rams Hill for the first time on 12/14/2017.

I had heard so many great things about this course over the last two years and was very anxious to play here with obvious high expectations. This course and facility did not disappoint in any way. First the staff when first calling to make my tee time was extremely friendly and efficient. Upon arrival we were greeted promptly and made aware of where everything was.

Proceeded to warm up on one of the best practice facilities I have experienced (PRO V1's for range balls are you kidding me!) then to the course. Wind was blowing at times this day upwards of 20mph (which is not the norm having played the other two courses in the area) but this course accommodates very well to that. Course from tee to green in great condition and every hole is a joy to play. Definitely will be back to play again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
e4fb46aa-6108-5f66-a7ac-8190d69841d4
Commented on 12/21/2017

Thank you u00000855317 for the five star review and rating from your first visit with Rams Hill. We are happy to hear your expectations were meet after the two years of hearing about us. Hope to see you tee off with us again in the New Year!

Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Scenic gem in the desert

Awesome desert course in great shape, although greens seemed a little worn with footprints. Very friendly staff and great restaurant, and what a view.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
e4fb46aa-6108-5f66-a7ac-8190d69841d4
Commented on 12/21/2017

Thank you gmacintosh for the four star rating and review regarding your recent experience at Rams Hill. We are happy to hear you had a great time at the restaurant as

well as on the course. See you again soon!

Played On
Reviews 19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course layout

One of the best courses in southern Ca., if not the best, considering their green fees.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
e4fb46aa-6108-5f66-a7ac-8190d69841d4
Commented on 12/21/2017

Thank you steves2099 for the five star rating and review! We hope to see you tee off again in the New Year at Rams Hill!

Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Perfect

amazing look just like the pictures would definitely recommend anyone I'm trying to go once a month from San Diego

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
e4fb46aa-6108-5f66-a7ac-8190d69841d4
Commented on 12/21/2017

Thank you Ryan1280996 for the five star review and hope to see you again in January!

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great course, great ammenities, great staff!!

What a beautiful, picturesque course. Was in fantastic shape. I had played this course several years prior and it was everything I remembered it to be. Pace of play was good, lunch afterwards was great and the staff were so friendly and helpful.

Oh and I left my phone in the cart and they sent it to me the next day. (Thank you again for that).

Will definitely be back next year. Play this course, you won't regret or forget it.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
e4fb46aa-6108-5f66-a7ac-8190d69841d4
Commented on 12/21/2017

Thank you teambiggreen for the five star rating and review from your recent experience with Rams Hill! See you again soon!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great Experience

We really enjoy Fazio courses and this one did not diassapoint! The course was in excellent shape. The views phenomenal. The staff very friendly.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
e4fb46aa-6108-5f66-a7ac-8190d69841d4
Commented on 12/21/2017

Thank you Carol238 for the five star review! We are pleased to hear your expectations were met at the course and our staff was great on your visit. Hope to see you on the greens in the new year.

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

Awesome

Great layout. Great conditions. Fast greens 11.5 on the stimp. Don't be above the hole! This course is as good as it gets. You won't be disappointed. We booked for 11am on golfnow but the course called and changed us to 11:40. When we checked in, the guys behind the counter in the pro shop didn't make us feel welcomed. We wondered if it was because we booked through golfnow? The only part of the experience that could have been better.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
e4fb46aa-6108-5f66-a7ac-8190d69841d4
Commented on 12/14/2017

Thank you u000001057316 for the five star review and feedback regarding your course experience! We hope to see you again at Rams Hill again this season!

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

A must play for any golfer

One of the best and most fun courses to play in Southern California. There's not a bad hole on this golf course and it has something for everyone. Conditions are superb and staff is extremely friendly and helpful. We come to Rams Hill once a year with a group of 12 players and play for 2 days and always have such a blast. We rented two homes on the golf course which worked out perfectly for our group. Looking forward to doing it again next year and many more to come.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
e4fb46aa-6108-5f66-a7ac-8190d69841d4
Commented on 12/14/2017

Thank you mjbeck72 for making the drive from San Diego to tee off at Rams Hill! We appreciate the five star review and feedback from your course experience. Hope to see you and your group again soon this season.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Best course in So Cal

Not a single complaint about this course. Everything was top notch staff was amazing. Jasper and Mike in the pro shop were very helpful and knowledgeable. I will be recommending this course to a lot of San Diego golfers. You'd have to go to Palm springs to find a course in this good of condition usually so save yourself 2 hours of driving and go to Rams Hill.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
e4fb46aa-6108-5f66-a7ac-8190d69841d4
Commented on 12/12/2017

Thank you Samtheman852 for the wonderful five star review! We hope to see you again this season at Rams Hill!

Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Extremely Windy.....

The course is in immaculate shape, hats off to the greenskeeper for taking such good care, every course in San Diego could benefit from the skill possessed by these guys.

Suggestion, do not play this course in the afternoon, the wind makes it practically impossible to play. Pay the extra few dollars and play early morning, do not be fooled by the $80 afternoon rate. overall, like many have said there isn't a course in San Diego that can match the condition/stunning views this course has.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
e4fb46aa-6108-5f66-a7ac-8190d69841d4
Commented on 12/06/2017

Thank you varadarajansriram for the review and feedback from your recent visit at Rams Hill. We hope the wind doesn't keep you away from playing the course this season. Hope to see you hit the greens with us again!

Played On
Reviews 23
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Used cart

GREAT COURSE!!

Staff extremely friendly - course is in fabulous condition. No. 18 is one of the prettiest holes I have ever played. This course is a treat - wouldn't hesitate to make the 1 hr+ drive again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
e4fb46aa-6108-5f66-a7ac-8190d69841d4
Commented on 12/05/2017

Thank you mmcneill for the five star review! We are happy to hear you had a great time at the course! See you again this season.

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course

Rams Hill is an absolute treat to play. The greens are fabulous, the course layout is interesting and is in awesome condition. The staff could not be more helpful and pleasant.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
e4fb46aa-6108-5f66-a7ac-8190d69841d4
Commented on 12/05/2017

Thank you Schoneberg for the five star review! We are happy to hear your course experience with the greens and staff met your expectations.Hope to see you again this season.

Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Rams Hill Golf Course

Very good design. Outstanding course conditions. Wind blew up to 45 mph but it didn’t take away from the day. 18 into the wind is a big boy hole, pull your pants up and buckle up. Would play again without reservation.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
e4fb46aa-6108-5f66-a7ac-8190d69841d4
Commented on 12/05/2017

Thank you u000005783106 for the five star review. We are happy to hear the windy conditions didn't take away from your course experience. Hope to see you again soon!

Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course

Worth the drive - we stayed for a few nights at the Casa del Zorro Hotel: the best way to enjoy the golf courses in Borrego Springs. It's just a pity that these great new courses are designed by architects that are NOT INTERESTED in creating a course that is walkable - too far green to tee.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
e4fb46aa-6108-5f66-a7ac-8190d69841d4
Commented on 12/05/2017

Thank you alanforgolfing for the five star review and feedback. We hope to see you again soon at Rams Hill this season.

Played On
Reviews 209
I Recommend This Course
5.0
California Advisor
Top 50 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Well worth the drive

Course has come out of the summer in great shape. Was able to pick up a Hot Deal which made it a good value. Pace of play was good in the front, little slow on back, but finished in 4:10. Well worth the drive and would absolutely play again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
e4fb46aa-6108-5f66-a7ac-8190d69841d4
Commented on 11/27/2017

Thank you hacksalot03 for the five star review! We are glad you enjoyed your holiday weekend at Rams Hill! Come back and tee off with us again this season.

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Thank You

Played last week and it was wonderful. Me and my coworker from Arrowood Golf Course in Oceanside were given the industry rate and it was an honor to play at Rams Hill. Great conditions, very picturesque.

Pace of play on back nine was a little on the slow side but that’s no wonder, it’s such a beautiful course that people wanted to take their time and so did we. Thanks again for having us out. The General Manager was very friendly and the entire staff was accommodating and welcoming to us.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful Course

Loved the course. Pretty and fair. Just too slow. 5 hours. The staff was wonderful but it was really slow. If you are a resort golfer you will love it. I've played them all and it clearly is NOT the third best course in California. K

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
e4fb46aa-6108-5f66-a7ac-8190d69841d4
Commented on 11/27/2017

Thank you bubba727 for the feedback regarding your recent visit. We hope to see you again soon and tee off at Rams Hill with a fresh perspective.

Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
e4fb46aa-6108-5f66-a7ac-8190d69841d4
Commented on 11/27/2017

Thank you coolm365 for the five star rating!

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