Mt. Woodson GC: #16
View of the 16th hole at Mt. Woodson Golf Club
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4.3
1845 Reviews (1845)
5 Stars
939
4 Stars
714
3 Stars
123
2 Stars
33
1 Stars
36
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.3
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.8
93.5%
Recommend this course
1738 out of 1845 reviews
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4.4
53 Reviews (53)
5 Stars
27
4 Stars
24
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.5
96.2%
Recommend this course
51 out of 53 reviews
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4.4
96 Reviews (96)
5 Stars
52
4 Stars
36
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.3
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
4.4
93.8%
Recommend this course
90 out of 96 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

4.3
1845 Reviews (1845)

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 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Mt. Woodson is good, play it

If you like Mountain golf Woodson will not disappoint. Great course lay out using the natural topography of the Mountain and ravines. Lots of elevation change and undulations. Large eucalyptus trees shape many tee shots and driver is not required on many holes. The greens were in great shape. Would definitely play again.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 138
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Short and hard course

First playing at Mt Woodson. Was recommended by friend this course about require precious shot. It is all about shot precision. Course condition is good, green is bit bumpy.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Mt. Woodson-A Hidden Jewel

I don’t where to begin. All my experiences with play and staff and amenities on this course were great. The layout and beauty of the course was simply amazing. The course was challenging but not so difficult that one couldn’t enjoy it. The views were phenomenal and layout was well done. I recommend any golfers in the area to play here. I will definitely like to play it again when I’m visiting the area.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Very considerate

I accidentally selected only 1 person when making my reservations. They let us play as five as long as kept pace, which of course we did. He actually came out and checked on us, which was completely professional as well.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
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 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Rude staff.

I made a reservation for 3 players through GolfNow for Oct. 14, Saturday @10:40 AM. One of the players got hurt the night before and texted me at 9 PM - too late for me to call the course. When I checked in and told the person at the pro shop about the person not being able to make it, he responded with a very rude way, “And you couldn’t call us?” When I told him that I got the notice late in the evening, he replied, “I don’t care. We still have to pay GolfNow”. So I offer to pay the penalty - but he charged me the whole greens fee of $80. I did pay the whole $80, but do you pay the whole $80 to GolfNow.com? And did he have to be so rude? Things do happen to people where they just can’t make the tee time. I realize that we need to give you plenty of time for the slot to be filled, but you also have to understand that things happen to people unexpectedly. Also, you don’t have to be so rude about it. I liked the course but had a very bad experience while checking in.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Poor
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Great Value!

Always play this course when I/m in the San Diego area

Easy to get on and to get to

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 142
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Secret Gem

Great course. Greens and Fairways are in conditions. Better than most private courses.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 142
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 158
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart

Great views and fun layout

Fun and challenging layout with elevation changes and some great views. Course was in great condition and greens rolled true. Highly recommend this course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 65
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor

Parking Issues

This is a nice course, but they have a tiny parking lot. This can be a real problem if the course is at all crowded. Since the course is located inside of a gated housing development, there is no additional street parking. This is not a small issue as you could literally have to wait 15 to 30 minutes (or more) in your car until a space opens up. We missed our tee time due to this issue.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
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