David L. Baker GC: #8
A view of hole #8 at David L. Baker Golf Course.
GolfPass Icon
Rating Index Rating
Tooltip Information Icon
3.7
972 Reviews (972)
5 Stars
194
4 Stars
458
3 Stars
209
2 Stars
72
1 Stars
39
Conditions
3.4
Value
3.7
Layout
3.7
Friendliness
4.2
Pace
3.4
Amenities
3.5
77.1%
Recommend this course
804 out of 972 reviews
Read Reviews
Average Rating
Avg Rating
3.9
34 Reviews (34)
5 Stars
9
4 Stars
15
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.4
Value
3.6
Layout
3.8
Pace
3.5
Amenities
3.5
StaffFriendliness
4.3
73.5%
Recommend this course
25 out of 34 reviews
Read Reviews
Average Rating
Avg Rating
3.6
61 Reviews (61)
5 Stars
11
4 Stars
28
3 Stars
13
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
5
Conditions
3.4
Value
3.5
Layout
3.7
Pace
3.3
Amenities
3.4
StaffFriendliness
4.1
75.4%
Recommend this course
46 out of 61 reviews
Read Reviews
frame.svg
AI summaries based on real golfer reviews
circle-star.svg
Course Highlights
The friendly staff consistently earns high marks from golfers across recent visits. This executive course offers a well-regarded layout that effectively tests the short game near the ocean.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Executive
Par 62
Length 3847 yards
Slope 97
Rating 59.8

The David L. Baker Golf Course is an affordable public course located in Fountain Valley. It has an approachable layout that is versatile enough to appeal to a range of different skill levels. No two holes are alike but all of the greens and fairways share the same excellent conditions. Water has a prominent presence on this executive golf course with lakes and ponds running alongside many of the holes. The sloped greens are lightning fast and the fairways are tightly manicured. Beside the greens lurk treacherous sand traps that are just waiting to swallow errant shots. Although there are some tricky holes, the layout is gentle enough for beginners. It is an enjoyable and affordable round that offers excellent short game practice, no matter what skill level.

Book a Tee Time at
David L. Baker Golf Course
Powered by GolfNow.com

Course Details

Year Built 1985
Golf Season Year round

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed Yes

Food & Beverage

Food & Beverage

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities
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

3.7
972 Reviews (972)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 14
Watching the Game 8
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 29
Bunkers 17
Undulating Greens 7
This course/club is great for:
Beginners 36
Locals 30
Walkers 29
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 34
Worth the Drive 9
Near the Airport 6

Numbers based on reviews tagged with attribute.

Advanced Filters
Overall Rating
Recommended
Handicap
Age
Type of Golfer
Gender
Played On
Reviews 49
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 49
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Fair
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Pace of play

Pace of play is not good, starter allows 6 players not good at completing four players. if you let a twosome out u will see them join a 3 or player game.

greens are not kept well very inconsistent.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/10/2025

We appreciate your feedback and are sorry to hear about your experience. We're committed to improving our pace of play and course conditions, and your insights will help us address these issues. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.

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

Pace of play a bit slow

They seem to be allowing more 5-somes lately. A couple of them slowed pace way down last weekend.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/04/2025

Thanks for reviewing our facility! We’re happy to know you’ve had a great experience and look forward to seeing you again soon.

Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Difficulty Moderate
Default User Avatar
Commented on 07/29/2025

We appreciate your rating and are here to ensure a better experience for all our visitors. Your insights are valuable to us as we work on improvements.

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 Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 30
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played

Cours layout

The green conditions were good. Fairways are nice and wide but have some dry spots. The pace of play was good. Recommend during hot weather due to close proximity to the ocean.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Good day out

This executive course is a good day out, particularly for those of us a little older (50+). The course is not very well maintained and it's not exactly a bargain in terms of green fees, particularly when you consider for the same price you can get in a full 6500 yards+ course somewhere else. The greens are slow and there's quite a few dirt patches, particularly around the greens But it's good for those of us not wanting to spend an entire day playing golf and scratches that itch.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Default User Avatar
Commented on 07/05/2025

This is important feedback, and we appreciate it. We work hard to provide our customers with the best support. We hope you will give us another opportunity to demonstrate this.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Default User Avatar
Commented on 07/05/2025

Thanks for reviewing our facility! We’re happy to know you’ve had a great experience and look forward to seeing you again soon.

Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Default User Avatar
Commented on 07/05/2025

Thanks for reviewing our facility! We’re happy to know you’ve had a great experience and look forward to seeing you again soon.

Played On
Reviews 1
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Used cart
Conditions Fair
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Default User Avatar
Commented on 06/13/2025

Thank you for your rating! We appreciate your support and hope to enhance your experience in the future. Your input helps us improve and continue providing great service. Looking forward to seeing you again soon!

Nearby Courses
Fountain Valley, California
Public
1.9019607843
18
Fountain Valley, California
Public
1.9019607843
18
Santa Ana, California
Public
3.5276217319
1160
Costa Mesa, California
Private
4.0
1
Santa Ana, California
Public
3.7389448095
1452
Costa Mesa, California
Municipal/Public
3.6332478252
2467
Huntington Beach, California
Public
3.7255953271
1117
Costa Mesa, California
Municipal/Public
3.6332478252
2467
Santa Ana, California
Private
0.0
0
Huntington Beach, California
Private
5.0
1
Newport Beach, California
Public
3.7059502589
516
Cypress, California
Military
4.3278213474
1334
Golf Packages

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.
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.

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.
Now Reading
  • Home

  • Memberships

  • Library

  • Account