Mt. Woodson GC: #16
View of the 16th hole at Mt. Woodson Golf Club
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4.4
1824 Reviews (1824)
5 Stars
930
4 Stars
702
3 Stars
123
2 Stars
33
1 Stars
36
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.3
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.8
93.1%
Recommend this course
1717 out of 1824 reviews
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4.4
39 Reviews (39)
5 Stars
21
4 Stars
14
3 Stars
2
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1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.4
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
4.5
92.3%
Recommend this course
36 out of 39 reviews
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4.4
107 Reviews (107)
5 Stars
62
4 Stars
36
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.4
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
4.5
93.5%
Recommend this course
100 out of 107 reviews
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Course Highlights
Mt. Woodson's dramatic elevation changes, scenic views, and lush conditions consistently rank it among the best strategic layouts in Southern California. Knowledgeable, welcoming staff and smooth pace of play make every round exceptional value for money.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 70
Length 5764 yards
Slope 133
Rating 69.0

Mt. Woodson Golf Club is one of San Diego County's most popular courses for a number of reasons, one being the spectacular setting. Nestled in the Ramona Valley, the course is sprawls across a dramatic landscape of towering oak trees, enormous granite boulders, and sparkling blue lakes. Nearly every hole on the golf course provides stunning views of the surrounding mountains and canyons. It is also known for being one of the most challenging and well maintained layouts in the area. The tight fairways and small greens demand accuracy. There are also plenty of interesting elevation changes throughout. The golf course offers true target-style golf that will test the shot-making abilities of even the most experienced players. One of the most unique features of the course is the 450-foot wooden bridge that winds through the treetops.

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Course Details

Year Built 1991
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Lee E. Schmidt (1991) Brian Curley (1991)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Country Club attire. Collared Shirt required. Shorts are acceptable. Denim not preferred.

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

4.4
1824 Reviews (1824)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Patio Dining 14
Drinks 13
19th Hole Scenic Views 9
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 87
Narrow Fairways 64
Bunkers 60
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 72
Advanced Golfers 59
Locals 45
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 83
In the 'Burbs 19
Convenient to the City 7

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

Little Gem!

Couldn’t have had a better day out golfing in SD, especially for a Friday. Course was in great condition, pace of play was fantastic, tucked away in the hills near Ramona so some great views, golf carts have touchscreen GPS that provide accurate distances, beverage cart came around quickly, and staff was very welcoming. This is my new go-to course for sure.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Amazing condition

The starter said the course was in great shape, but we wanted to see for ourselves. WOW, the course was in amazing shape & great for the price. 10/10 Will be back soon.

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

Great Course

Great course challenging holes. Staff was amazing. Definitely going to get out again soon!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 20
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

An amazing place to play

I first played here 30 years ago, then moved away from the area for a while…..but I’ve been back for 20 years and am bummed it’s my first time back. Took my wife here for her birthday and we loved it. Such a hard target course, but it’s like golf Disneyland. A cart bridge that takes a couple minutes to cross. Views of the mountains and valleys galore. I’ll be back very consistently from here on. A true gem in San Diego. If you’ve ever played Emerald Canyon in Parker Arizona you’d think this is a sister course. Every employee interaction from checking in to the end was very pleasant! Thanks for making my wife’s birthday special….and she parred 18!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 25
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 Average
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 38
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 38
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 38
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Must Play

Tee to green is second to none, The scenery throughout the course is amazing. I recommend this course to all golfers in the San Diego county and beyond.

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
Previously Played

Great day

Outstanding crew the green was being worked on but that was fine. Enjoyed every minute of it.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great layout and views

Super fun. Greens in great shape. Short course but lots of interesting shots into uphill or downhill greens

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Hidden Gem

Mt. Woodson Golf Course is a fun and scenic track with tight fairways and small, fast greens that keep you focused on every shot. The course is in great shape and offers some beautiful views, making for an enjoyable round. The staff and people there are super friendly, and the bar serves some pretty good food as well.

The only downside is the lack of a quality practice facility, which can make it a little tough to properly warm up before your round. Overall though, it’s a great place to play and definitely worth the visit.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 132
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Mt. Woodson

Great place to play, green fees a little high, great starter, John, also, so what if you have golf now hot deal, they wont let you start, even though no one is teeing off for half an hour.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Saturday Mt.Woodson

First time on the course. No driving range, but they had a net area to warm up in which did its job. Course was laid out very beautifully, fairways are narrow which can be tricky if you’re not accurate with a driver. A couple holes that require you to clear out of bounds areas between the tee to the fairway. Course was picturesque with its iconic bridge and rock formations. Would recommend to anyone, great value.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good fun and value in a beautiful setting

Not played there for 4 years but really enjoyed it. Course knowledge is needed as a good few holes have blind shots and less than driver off the tee. Scenery is great and conditioning good too. Smallish slopey greens add to the challenge . Will be back. Staff very friendly

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Overpriced

Love the course. It’s beautiful setting, but definitely overpriced for the conditions.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

beautiful course!

Mt. Woodson is beautiful. The front 9 is quite challenging with very narrow fairways, but the back opens up a bit. Staff is friendly. the 4some behind us on this round was extremely fast and were weren't playing slow, so that put some pressure on us. Other than that and htbe 90* heat, it was great.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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