GolfPass Icon
Rating Index Rating
Tooltip Information Icon
4.5
875 Reviews (875)
5 Stars
345
4 Stars
407
3 Stars
71
2 Stars
28
1 Stars
24
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.1
95.2%
Recommend this course
801 out of 875 reviews
Read Reviews
Average Rating
Avg Rating
4.8
16 Reviews (16)
5 Stars
13
4 Stars
2
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.9
Value
4.8
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.7
100.0%
Recommend this course
16 out of 16 reviews
Read Reviews
Average Rating
Avg Rating
4.7
29 Reviews (29)
5 Stars
21
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.4
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.8
96.6%
Recommend this course
28 out of 29 reviews
Read Reviews
frame.svg
AI summaries based on real golfer reviews
circle-star.svg
Course Highlights
Native Oaks consistently earns top marks for its thoughtfully designed layout, with strategic tee shots and challenging par 3s rewarding smart course management. The grounds crew keeps conditions in pristine shape, and the welcoming staff make every round feel personal.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6707 yards
Slope 131
Rating 72.2

Formerly known as Woods Valley Golf Club.

Book a Tee Time at
Native Oaks Golf Club
Powered by GolfNow.com

Course Details

Year Built 2004
Greens Poa Annua Grass

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Proper golf attire required

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse
The Best Way To Book Is With GolfPass+ Annual
golf ball.svg
$120 in monthly tee time promo codes
waivedfees
12 rounds of waived fees
redeemtrophy
GolfPass Member Pricing
teetime protection.svg
Tee Time Protection

Reviews

4.5
875 Reviews (875)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 14
Watching the Game 8
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 44
Bunkers 43
Narrow Fairways 39
This course/club is great for:
Locals 44
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 40
Advanced Golfers 34
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 52
In the 'Burbs 16
Convenient to the City 12

Numbers based on reviews tagged with attribute.

Advanced Filters
Overall Rating
Recommended
Handicap
Age
Type of Golfer
Gender
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Do not play on Wednesdays!

The course looks beautiful. Unfortunately they over watered and there are swamps throuout the course.The groundskeeping staff have sabotaged the fairways with water. Also, you may not want to play on Wednesdays. Their "men's club" has their tournament on that day and although we were the first group out at 6:30' by the 11 th hole, we were being passed by 2 foursomes for their shotgun start on the 14 th. These men are all well into their 70's, so by the time we reached 14, we still had a foursome just teeing off. Needless to say, the pace of play went from fast to snails pace. It took us 1 hour and 45 minutes to play the final 5 holes.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/11/2015

Thank you for your feedback and we appreciate your honest review.

Over the past couple weeks, we've had some issues with our irrigation system and our maintenance crew has been working hard to fix the problems. My apologies for the damp fairways on a few of the holes.

I have recently reached out to our Men's Club about the Pace of Play issues you've mentioned. I can assure you we will fix the problem.

Once again, thank you for your feedback and we hope to see you at Woods Valley in the near future!

Thank You,

Grant Strobel, PGA
Head Golf Professional
Woods Valley Golf Club

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Woods Valley - nice hidden gem

Course was in great shape. Reclaimed water source allows for a green course.
Greens were in great shape. Tight course layout makes the shorter distance a bit tougher. The shorter risk rewards are usually too much risk and quite simple to play to the club instead of trying to overpower it. Would definitely play this again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Average weather
Used cart

Excellent Course

My friends from Switzerland came and I decided to take them to Woods Valley.. I really enjoyed playing at the course and would definitely play again as I say this for the 4th time. My only wish is for the weather to be cooler but it manageable considering the ice chests and 2 bottles of water provided per cart. The course is very nice and challenging, the staff is extremely helpful, and the range has a very nice lawn to practice from before the round. My only wish is for the course to develop a chipping area which could easily be done in front of the cart return area. I would like to send an extra thank you to the course staff and honest golfers that this course brings. I lost my cell phone on the course and before the end of my round it was found and returned to me. Overall, the course is very nice and caters to good and honest people.

Thank you

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 28
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Course is in great shape!

Played here three times in the past month. The course conditions are getting better as the summer goes along. Very surprising considering the water shortages. Jumped to the top of my list for mid-week go to courses!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
eff2a079-0504-5100-a142-2904cff35bde
Commented on 07/20/2015

Thank you for the post!

The rain this week should make conditions even better.

See you again soon!

Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Eagle2Win

Surprised at how well conditioned the course was and especially the greens. My ONLY issue is the lack of visual yardage markers effect the pace of play. Great time!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
eff2a079-0504-5100-a142-2904cff35bde
Commented on 07/20/2015

Thank you for input. We are looking into new ways to display our yardages and we hope to have a solution soon!

Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

overall likes

found the course very fun and liked the long holes, (where I could swing away) but enjoyed the challenge of the short holes. while I'm not a great golfer, I enjoyed the layout of the course overall.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Bad From The Get

- first one out, only to be told that I would have to share a cart - had to pay $15 on top of my prepaid greens fee in order to ride alone - I have a 6-inch titanium plate in my back and can't leave the driving to someone else, never mind that I have never experienced such a "requirement" in 52 years of playing golf - besides, I enjoy playing golf alone - additionally, I absolutely abhor the all-to-prevalent competitiveness of every golfer I've ever played with - guess what, I'm not here to play you - I'm here to play the course and enjoy the game I love - so, now I'm on the first tee and already someone is waiting right behind me - first tee, and I'm already offering someone to play through - listen, I didn't wake up at the crack of dawn only to have somebody riding up my back from the get - I don't play particularly slowly, but I do like to enjoy myself and not be rushed - the only thing worse than waiting to hit on every tee, is someone hitting balls at my heels - that's not my idea of fun - I play golf for the entirety of the experience, not simply to shoot a score and get out - when I do have the good fortune to play, I'm in no hurry to finish - if I'm out of breath, I'm playing too fast - on this day, I was out of breath from the first hole on - I began letting others play through on the 2nd hole and continued this exercise several times throughout the round - in the end, I finished 18 holes in just over 3 hours - that's ridiculous! - I purposely chose the earliest possible tee time during the middle of the week in order to enjoy a simple round of golf; something I am only able to manage, physically & financially, about once a month - I simply do not understand this rush to hurry up & finish - relax, enjoy yourself, & get off my back! - and as far as I'm concerned, this all begins/began at the clubhouse: two to a cart, can't play alone, hurry, quickly , go, go, go - pushing fast play - to be clear, I hate slow play as much as the next guy - but certainly there must be space between slow play & play fast - so my search continues; my search for a course, a day, and a tee time that encourages its patrons to relax & enjoy a day on the course ..... 18 holes ..... no rush to finish ..... nowhere else to be - nowhere else I'd rather be

Conditions Good
Value Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Default User Avatar
Commented on 07/19/2015

- received a call from Mr. Strobel (Head Golf Pro/Woods Valley GC) - discussed my negative experience - appreciate him taking the time & making the effort

Default User Avatar
Commented on 07/15/2015

I am sorry to see your negative review about our golf course. My apologies. Please contact me as soon as possible to discuss further.

Thank You,

Grant Strobel, PGA
Head Golf Professional
Woods Valley Golf Club
(760)751-3007

Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Loved it!

Pleasantly surprised! Great fairways and greens for the price...greens receptive and putted true. The front vs. back seemed like two different courses. The landscape, terrain, and oak trees add to the beauty. Smaller greens than I normally see, with challenging bunkers plentiful if off target....will play this gem again soon!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 15-19
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great course for the money

Greens and fairways are in good shape with a few bare spots, but not bad considering the watering situation. Staff is very friendly and helpful.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice golf course.

Nice golf course. Greens were a little slow I imagine due to lack of rain they don't cut the grass short.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great value!

The course from tee to green is in excellent shape. It is rough around the edges but that is ok. Played a week after some heavier rains had hit so a few rough spots. But overall a great value for the price.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 31
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

First time playing here

Friendly staff, nice range and it was great value and we finished under 4 hours.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great value!!!

Great greens & fairways almost completely covered with grass!!! Playing like a Country Club!
Course is playing exceptionally Well...the greens were GREAT!!!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 13
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Diamond in the tough

Good track, narrow fairways and a fair amount of challenge ! Considering the drought course is in better than average! Nice practice area

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Good Track

I've played Woods Valley several times and have enjoyed it every time! The greens are fast but roll true. The fairways are in good shape in spite of the drought. The staff is top notch. My only reservations about WV is the beverage cart isn't active anymore, they're still waiting for a liquor license (they only serve canned beer from a fridge), and the food is simple (hot dogs, pre-made sandwiches, chips - no grill). They operate from a mobile home type structure and need a proper club house.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Fair weather
Used cart

Fun Course

Just a fun course in good condition that makes you think and never bores you. We played the blues, but you could see that you could choose the level of difficulty by the tees you choose which is how it should be.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Woods Valley on a Sunday Morn

I arrived at the course at 610 am for a 630 tee time. Only 1 other player had arrived. The young lady running the pro shop was very friendly. I was allowed to tee off after a few minutes, to give the maintenance crew a head start on mowing the greens and moving the flags. Tees and greens were in really good shape, but the fairways have gotten a little thin and brown. There were a few bare spots on some fairways, but not horrible. Overall, the course is decent. And for $40 on a Sunday morning, it's unbeatable. I finished in just under 3 hours, as no one was with me, or in front of me. I like this course. It's a very fun layout. Not long, but it brings every club into play. It's a strategic course, with a couple fun risk/reward holes. Just about every hole is lined with trouble. Hit em straight, and you'll enjoy it also.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course in great shape!!

Course was wide open and in perfect shape! The greens are totally back and the entire upkeep of the course was incredible. For $27 rate on golfnow it is an absolute steal! Go out and enjoy it what a beautiful place.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great value

very nice putting surfaces soft landing great roll faire way s could use more watering

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 54
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Some Real Nice Holes

I have been playing a lot of value type courses and even played in Palm Springs last weekend. I have to say that this is one of the better layouts. A lot of water for a course that is very reasonably priced in the afternoon. Greens are soft to hold approach shot and roll pretty good. Rough is mowed down, some fairways are a little narrow. Starting on the par 3 Hole 8, the course picks up some character. It is worth the drive and will play again.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Nearby Courses
Valley Center, California
Private
4.5
2
Escondido, California
Public
2.8454007286
134
Escondido, California
Semi-Private
3.210383794
1121
Escondido, California
Public
2.8869001128
1385
Escondido, California
Resort
3.9990196078
243
Pauma Valley, California
Private
0.0
0
Escondido, California
Resort
3.75
64
Escondido, California
Semi-Private
1.6709251268
1100
San Marcos, California
Public
3.55
180
Escondido, California
Public/Municipal
3.9183628072
1603
Vista, California
Private
4.0
1
Fallbrook, California
Private
0.0
0
Golf Packages

Aviara Stay & Play Package

Click Below
SAN DIEGO, CA | Enjoy lodging accommodations at the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa and golf at Aviara Golf Club.
Aviara Golf Club - Hole #18

Aviara Stay & Play Packages

Click Below
SAN DIEGO, CA | Enjoy lodging accommodations at the Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa and golf at Aviara Golf Club.

The Lodge At Torrey Pines Stay & Play Package

CLICK BELOW
LA JOLLA, CA | Enjoy up to 5 nights’ accommodations at The Lodge at Torrey Pines and up to 4 rounds of golf at your choice of Torrey Pines – South Course and Torrey Pines – North Course.

The OMNI La Costa Resort & Spa Stay & Play Package

CLICK BELOW
CARLSBAD, CA | Enjoy up to 5 nights’ accommodations at The OMNI La Costa Resort & Spa and up to 4 rounds of golf at your choice of Aviara Golf Course, OMNI La Costa – South Course, and OMNI La Costa – North Course.
MB2.1.jfif

Monarch Beach Resort Stay & Play Package

CLICK BELOW
ORANGE COUNTY, CA | Enjoy lodging accommodations at the Waldorf-Astoria Monarch Beach, the Ritz-Carlton Laguna Nigel, the Montage Laguna Beach, or the Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa and golf at Monarch Beach Golf Links.
Now Reading
  • Home

  • Memberships

  • Library

  • Account