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Mt. Woodson Golf Club

4.4
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Mt. Woodson GC: #16
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4.4
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1 Stars
36
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.3
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.8
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4.3
41 Reviews (41)
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Conditions
4.3
Value
4.2
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.3
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3.9
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4.5
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4.4
103 Reviews (103)
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Conditions
4.4
Value
4.3
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.4
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3.8
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4.5
93.2%
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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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Tees
Tee Par Length Rating Slope
Blue 70 5764 yards 69.0 133
Blue (W) 70 5764 yards 74.5 138
White 70 5399 yards 67.3 129
White (W) 70 5399 yards 72.2 134
Gold 70 4642 yards 63.9 113
Gold (W) 70 4642 yards 68.2 122
Red (W) 70 4229 yards 65.0 116
Red 70 4229 yards 63.1 111
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Scorecard for Mt. Woodson Golf 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: 68.9/131 W: 74.8/139 334 304 182 491 405 162 312 322 191 2703 303 135 401 515 498 317 150 335 407 3061 5764
White M: 66.5/125 W: 71.8/132 307 297 160 476 390 136 277 294 174 2511 283 115 388 500 488 284 130 320 380 2888 5399
Gold M: 63.7/116 W: 68.0/123 285 243 153 425 340 119 240 261 100 2166 276 100 260 477 415 260 106 242 340 2476 4642
Red M: 61.9/110 W: 65.3/118 291 237 88 419 294 94 231 233 95 1982 264 96 221 408 406 233 89 239 291 2247 4229
Handicap 18 8 6 4 2 16 14 12 10 11 17 1 3 9 13 15 7 5
Par 4 4 3 5 4 3 4 4 3 34 4 3 4 5 5 4 3 4 4 36 70
Handicap (W) 12 10 18 2 4 14 8 6 16 7 17 13 1 5 11 15 9 3
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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.

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Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

4.4
1827 Reviews (1827)

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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2QH6zczqLdpxjiIZ6Mo1
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Fun Course

This course was challenging but I didn't do too bad. Also played from the red. The men's tees seemed to be MUCH harder.

It was also really hot. I'm looking forward to playing it again when it gets cooler.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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James7254938
Played On
Reviews 2
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
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stylonurus
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

One of the best courses

One of the best courses in San Diego county and by far the best scenery.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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u314165385108
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Our experience was excellent. Will look forward

to returning for another round👍

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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mavio7
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Hard to get to

Playing time was slow but I blame group in front of us. Course was in good condition and staff was friendly. Mountain layout of course for location. I really like the layout. This course is not walkable but with cart fun layout. My only negative for us was getting there10 mile mountain road single lane with many hairpin turns from US 15 in San Bernado area.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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liqian
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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u000001926940
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fun and challenging course in a beautiful setting

Great experience and I see why it is.rayed one of the best public courses. Staff was terrific. Greens in great shape and the elevation changes, water on many holes make for some challenging shots. Not long, but really enjoyable. I highly.recommend Mt Woodson.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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TomPoling
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Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Skinny Mt Woodson

Super fun layout. Up and down hills. Bring extra balls it a tight course.

Carts don’t have monitors with distance, but don’t shut down with every wrong turn, like at some courses. My phone was able to give distances even with one bar of connectivity.

Got a great deal on Golfnow

No driving range and cafe closes early.

Overall, a beautiful challenging course.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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u314164470920
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Twice a year
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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stylonurus
Played On
Reviews 11
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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u314159849841
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Greenskeeper on 5. 7/23/24

Around 1:45, Just before my 2nd approach shot from 80 out, greenskeeper turned on sprinklers right in front/on green then abruptly turned them off after I said something with no reaction. Now, realizing he’s there, I flub my 2nd shot only for him to now turn on the sprinkler right next to my cart soaking everything albeit a brief squirt. Again, no reaction by him after I questioned to stop!?! Then he (large? darker skinned? big hat) drove off. Very rude.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Poor
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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SoCalBlue
Played On
Reviews 21
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

A great but sometimes frustrating day

Love the course. Greens are great. Around the greens, not so much. If I'm 2 feet off the green, I don't expect to have to chip a ball that is in 3 inches deep grass. Bad shots have consequences, I get it. Mowing in certain areas was very poor. You learn from every experience so next time, I'll be much better prepared.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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u314164046679
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Great course

Challenging, Accuracy over distance. Unless in superior condition (even then) don't suggest walking.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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gn25160837
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
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u394333056
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

I found the staff friendly indoors and outdoors. The course was in great shape. I would definitely recommend this place.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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28oj4VgkcR9Cp2sYJC5s
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Definition of Hidden Gem

I played Mt. Woodson in April 1993 during a San Diego family trip. Finally managed to get back. Reminiscent of Arrowhead in Denver, Bully Pulpit in North Dakota or even Rio Secco in Vegas. Mountain golf at its best. It is it not overpowering re: distance (under 6,000 yds) - though it’s rated 131 !!! A great test of target golf / just a must play if you are within 100 miles. Excellent greens, fluffy fairways . . . what’s not to love !!!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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medhec
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Bhill64
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Great track among the oak trees.

Such a well-kept course. Worth the drive. Price is fair compared to others. It's a fun and very challenging course. Staff is always friendly and professional.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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vSEGl0K75mzxPlTEuXaO
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Wounderful

My favorite Course in SoCal. Spectacular layout and friendly staff. Fast pace of play. No real driving range, so be prepared for that.

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