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Hidden Valley Lake Golf Course
Rating Snapshot
5 Stars
259
4 Stars
131
3 Stars
26
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
5
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.7
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.9
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.3
5 Stars
16
4 Stars
4
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.7
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.9
5 Stars
24
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.7
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.9
AI summaries based on real golfer reviews
Course Highlights
Exceptionally friendly staff, smooth greens, and plush fairways make this hidden gem a standout value for golfers of all levels. The course layout offers wide-open front nine play before tightening into a uniquely challenging and rewarding back nine.
About
Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6708 yards
Slope 125
Rating 72.5
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Hidden Valley Lake Golf Course (Northern California)
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| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 72 | 6708 yards | 72.5 | 125 |
| White | 72 | 6297 yards | 70.6 | 121 |
| Gold | 72 | 5652 yards | 67.0 | 117 |
| Red (W) | 74 | 5349 yards | 71.2 | 120 |
Scorecard for Hidden Valley Lake Golf & Country Club
Metrics:
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue M: 73.0/128 | 434 | 483 | 442 | 189 | 354 | 567 | 461 | 210 | 393 | 3533 | 429 | 146 | 466 | 399 | 114 | 401 | 483 | 344 | 393 | 3175 | 6708 |
| White M: 71.0/122 W: 76.2/132 | 420 | 458 | 385 | 151 | 347 | 505 | 433 | 201 | 341 | 3241 | 407 | 131 | 458 | 388 | 99 | 389 | 473 | 336 | 375 | 3056 | 6297 |
| Gold M: 67.8/113 W: 72.4/126 | 335 | 438 | 382 | 135 | 347 | 463 | 342 | 150 | 341 | 2933 | 385 | 113 | 418 | 375 | 99 | 261 | 438 | 336 | 294 | 2719 | 5652 |
| Red M: 67.0/112 W: 71.7/124 | 326 | 431 | 345 | 125 | 342 | 453 | 315 | 134 | 333 | 2804 | 325 | 103 | 405 | 321 | 98 | 251 | 430 | 328 | 284 | 2545 | 5349 |
| Handicap | 3 | 9 | 5 | 17 | 11 | 7 | 1 | 13 | 15 | 6 | 18 | 8 | 2 | 16 | 12 | 10 | 14 | 4 | |||
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap (W) | 9 | 5 | 7 | 17 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 15 | 13 | 10 | 14 | 2 | 4 | 16 | 18 | 6 | 8 | 12 |
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Course Details
Year Built 1965
Golf Season Year round
Architect William F. Bell (1965)
Rentals/Services
Carts Yes
Clubs Yes
Practice/Instruction
Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes
Policies
Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Collared shirts required; No tank tops or halter tops.
Food & Beverage
RestaurantAvailable Facilities
Clubhouse, Lounge, Banquet FacilitiesAvailable Activities
Swimming, BilliardsAvailable Sports
TennisAccolades
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Golf Advisor: Top Courses in California (2018 #21)
Reviews
4.6
Reviewer Photos
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Photo submitted by Golfguykai on 03/20/2025
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Photo submitted by 0T4VCIrA0yxVlKwace3t on 09/14/2024
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Photo submitted by mickeyjoe927 on 05/13/2024
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The view from the 15th tee/“cliff shot” Photo submitted by dankman on 08/14/2023
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Photo submitted by u1144046 on 10/24/2022
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Deer at the tee box. Photo submitted by u314162699331 on 10/20/2022
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Driving Range Photo submitted by u314162699331 on 10/20/2022
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Tee box on 15 Photo submitted by u314162699331 on 10/20/2022
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Photo submitted by u314162699331 on 10/20/2022
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Photo submitted by u314159760970 on 02/11/2022
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Dad's Birthday round! Photo submitted by Stoveguy707 on 09/25/2017
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view from 15th grass tee box Photo submitted by elutz7 on 07/14/2014
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
I Recommend This Course
A real hidden gem!
I've watched as the staff has elevated this course from really good to truly great. Challenge abounds, but scoring opportunities await your discerning eyes. Do yourself a favor and make this pilgrimage. I predict you'll be delighted, and become enamored.
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 05/09/2025:
Thank you for the wonderful five-star review! It’s fantastic to hear you had a great experience, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another memorable round.
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On 04/19/2025
Reviews 3
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On 03/26/2025
Reviews 63
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
An absolute hidden gem of a golf course!
Settled in the quaint town of Hidden Valley Lake lies an awesome course with even nicer employees and locals. The front 9 meanders through the course’s surrounding neighborhood before sending you out the back 9 with its elevation changes and dramatic views of the surrounding valleys. The back & front 9’a couldn’t be any different, but I mean that in a nice way. The Head pro Richard and Austin the assistant pro there are very pleasant to deal with should you need anything during the round. Played it in a somewhat wet January but the course was still very playable. Can’t Waite to play this this spring!
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On 02/10/2025
Reviews 3
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
I Recommend This Course
Great Customer Service
We had a great time at Hidden Valley Lake, the shop staff was super friendly and helpful and the course was in great shape!
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 11/07/2024
Thank you for your feedback, we appreciate your business. -Richard Pritchard
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