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4.3
995 Reviews (995)
5 Stars
466
4 Stars
399
3 Stars
80
2 Stars
34
1 Stars
16
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.2
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.1
92.6%
Recommend this course
915 out of 995 reviews
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4.3
15 Reviews (15)
5 Stars
7
4 Stars
7
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.2
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.4
93.3%
Recommend this course
14 out of 15 reviews
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4.4
47 Reviews (47)
5 Stars
25
4 Stars
17
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
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1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.3
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.6
93.6%
Recommend this course
44 out of 47 reviews
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Course Highlights
Teal Bend's thoughtfully designed layout consistently challenges golfers of all skill levels, with well-maintained fairways and responsive greens earning strong marks. Exceptionally friendly staff and smooth pace of play make this a top-rated Sacramento area course offering strong value.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 7035 yards
Slope 132
Rating 73.6

Teal Bend Golf Club runs alongside the Sacramento River, enjoying a lush landscape covered in natural wetlands. One of the characteristics the course is known for is its stunning scenery, which works against the challenging layout by being almost too distracting. All of your attention will have to be focused on successfully maneuvering past the mature trees and natural rough areas that sit along the edges of the undulating greens and narrow, winding fairways. Long hitters will enjoy this golf course, which stretches to 7,000 yards from the back tees. There are also some interesting risk/reward holes that will appeal to both low and high handicappers, which is why it is one of Sacramento's most popular public courses. The well maintained driving range is also a popular feature at Teal Bend Golf Club.

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Course Details

Year Built 1997
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Brad Bell (1997)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes - "Teal Bend Junior Golf Academy"
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

Accolades

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Reviews

4.3
995 Reviews (995)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 34
Watching the Game 31
Patio Dining 18
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 52
Water Hazards 42
Undulating Greens 33
This course/club is great for:
Locals 61
Advanced Golfers 45
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 41
This Course's Location is:
Near the Airport 73
Convenient to the City 49
Worth the Drive 41

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Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Response from on 02/13/2017:
Thanks for your review! We're glad you enjoyed your experience with us at Teal Bend!
Played On
Reviews 34
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Best course during our wettest winter

One of only a few courses in northern California that drains so well, we rode carts on the course just a few days after heavy rains. And it is a very good course with challenges and some easier holes. Will play it more often.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 02/13/2017:
Wonderful! We're thrilled that you had a great round with us at Teal Bend. We take pride in the fact that our course drains so well, so we appreciate you taking notice. We look forward to seeing you more often!
Played On
Reviews 23
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great staff

I had booked 2 different tee times and then cancelled 1 and a few hours later rebooked another tee time they were very accommodating making it work for me. Golf Now was also very helpful by calling the course to make sure the course was on board with the changes. Thank you both

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Response from on 02/07/2017:
Thank you for your review! We're glad that we were able to help get you the tee times you needed. We hope to have you back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 94
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
California Advisor
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart

Playable Trail In Teal Bend

Played after the harsh rains, course held its own. Greens were good and fast, some front pins impossible to keep on green. Fairways were fine considering rains, course drains well. Would be among first choices to play after rains like these, Teal Bend holds true to its word as the best draining course in Sac. Wonderful Bermuda surfaces on tee boxes, fairways; greens were not bermuda but were rye or a type of seasonal bentgrass. Some holes felt like being in Palm Springs with the dormant bermuda and green grass greens. We play here once every few months, and this would be a perfect home course if I lived closer. So much good golf in Sac, but this one is the most playable after rain.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 01/26/2017:
Awesome! We're glad that you had a great time with us even after all the rain we've been getting. We appreciate your feedback and we are glad that you agree that we are one of the best draining courses in the Sacramento area. We wish you lived closer so we could have you back more often, but we look forward to seeing you the next time you are in the area!
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 01/09/2017:
Thanks for the 4 star rating! Glad you enjoyed your experience with us at Teal Bend!
Played On
Reviews 24
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Excellent conditions

For it to be winter time previous Raines this week, did not keep this course from Being in excellent condition. The greens were rolling true and fast. The pace of play was fantastic. I have never known this course not to be in excellent condition.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 01/09/2017:
Thanks for your review! We're glad that the unfortunate weather didn't put a damper on your round too much. We appreciate your feedback regarding our greens and pace. Can't wait to have you back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Cold

Great conditions, greens FAST and true. But they couldn't help with how cold it was. Haha

Definitely recommend

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 12/12/2016:
Awesome! Glad you enjoyed our course conditions and that the cold weather didn't ruin your round. We can't wait to have you back for another round soon!
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Poor customer service

Upon arriving we had the hot deals from golf now. We ask if we could go out early since the course was empty and the staff treated us poorly because we had a great deal versus just saying the could not. Really left a bad taste in our mouth and the restaurant was no better spending more time or their cell phones them customers

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 12/06/2016:
Thank you for your feedback! We apologize that you did not enjoy your experience with us at Teal Bend. We strive to ensure a great customer experience for all of our guests. We would love the opportunity to to discuss your experience further. Please email us at tealbendgc@gmail.com so can speak with you further on this matter. Thank you again and we look forward to hearing from you!
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fall colors and great course

This course has a great layout and the GolfNow hotdeal made it incredible. This course is a tactical course that is fun to navigate. The front 9 pace was right on, the back 9 took an extra 30 min. The course was in good shape, although the greens were a little rough.

Recommended.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 11/14/2016:
Thanks for your review! We're glad you enjoyed your round with us at Teal Bend. We're glad that you liked our layout and that the pace wasn't too slow. We can't wait to have you back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

One of my favorites in Sacramento

Great course; fun to play

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 10/28/2016:
Thanks for the 5 star review! We're glad you have fun at our course and we can't wait to have you back soon!
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

medium difficulty course. well maintained

Interesting variety of holes and challenges. Probably not much of a challenge for really good golfers. Course and greens in excellent condition. Fairly wide fairways. Greens fairly flat in most places. Lots of Bunkers

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Response from on 10/27/2016:
Thanks for the 5 star review! We are glad that you enjoyed our course conditions and layout. We hope to have you back soon!
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course layout is great

Had a great day of golf with one of my friends that had never played there before! The pace got a little slow, but it was very challenging !!! The greens were immaculate and very fast!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 10/27/2016:
Thanks for the 5 star review! We're thrilled that you enjoyed the challenge our course presented. We hope your friend had a great first time at our course as well. We can't wait to have you both back for your next round!
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Fun Course

Had a great time , uncrowded fast pace.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 10/10/2016:
Thank you for your review! We are glad that you enjoyed your experience at Teal Bend. We are pleased that the pace of play was quick, We look forward to having you back soon for your next round with us!
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice course

Excellent condition, pace of of play good , I will play this course again.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
6054eee1-4476-5280-9b92-b8a3c6f83c2a
Commented on 09/28/2016

Thank you for your review! We are thrilled that you enjoyed our course condition and pace of play. We look forward to having you back at Teal Bend for your next round!

Played On
Reviews 60
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 1000 Contributor
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Good conditions

I thought the course was in excellent shape for having to deal with the drought conditions. The greens were like pillows they were so receptive. Perhaps a few bucks overpriced, but this was a nice track. I would recommend for anyone looking to golf in the Sacramento area.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
6054eee1-4476-5280-9b92-b8a3c6f83c2a
Commented on 09/28/2016

Thank you for your review! We are thrilled that you enjoyed your round at Teal Bend. We are pleased that our course conditions met your expectations. We hope to see you back again soon for your next round!

Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Incredible time

This was our first time playing and coming from Reno it was definitely worth the drive. Course was in great condition, we teed off at 1:00 and were pulling off the 18th green by 4:15. Great pace of play. Already working on arranging another trip down from Reno to play Teal Bend and maybe another course in the area.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
6054eee1-4476-5280-9b92-b8a3c6f83c2a
Commented on 09/23/2016

Thank you for your review! We are thrilled that you enjoyed your experience at Teal Bend. We are glad that you enjoyed our course conditions and pace of play! We look forward to having you back for your next round with us! Our sister course, Turkey Creek Golf Club, would be a great option too!

Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Beal is not my cup of tea

I play Beal once in a while: I'll forget how forgettably uninteresting this course is, and then I'll play it again. My memory is getting worse as I grow older. The course was in very good shape, except for the greens, and that's because so many of its patrons do not fix ball marks. The course itself is boring; there may 3 holes which provoke any thought and make you say, "Well, this is an interesting hole." It's located in a flat section of land between the river and the airport, and all that lack of contour just saps my enjoyment.

Conditions Good
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
6054eee1-4476-5280-9b92-b8a3c6f83c2a
Commented on 09/20/2016

Thank you for your review! We apologize that you did not enjoy your experience at Teal Bend. We appreciate your feedback and hope to see you back for another round soon!

Played On
Reviews 30
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

This coarse is on the verge of being excellent coarse

I would like to see the pace of play, there were no Marshalls on the coarse to help with the pace of play!!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
6054eee1-4476-5280-9b92-b8a3c6f83c2a
Commented on 09/20/2016

Thank you for your review! We are glad that you enjoyed your round with us. We apologize for the pace of play and appreciate your feedback. We will make sure to address this issue immediately. We hope to see you back again soon for your next round at Teal Bend!

Played On
Reviews 19
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Wait to swing

Beautiful day, beautiful golf course. Unfortunately no notice that I would be following a tournament.

Having to wait on every shot ruined a really nice day. Sorry Teal Bend, but it could have been a really good review had you been forthcoming with the info regarding pace of play.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
6054eee1-4476-5280-9b92-b8a3c6f83c2a
Commented on 09/20/2016

Thank you for your review! We apologize that you were not notified about the tournament in front of you and that the pace of play was slow. We will make sure to address these points immediately. We hope to see you back soon for your next round with us!

Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good track

Teal Bend is a well laid out course that is fun to play. Sometimes it's condition is questionable, however, yesterday it was in good shape.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
6054eee1-4476-5280-9b92-b8a3c6f83c2a
Commented on 09/16/2016

Thank you for your review! We are glad that you enjoyed your round at Teal Bend. We hope to see you back soon for your next round with us!

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