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4.2
678 Reviews (678)
5 Stars
195
4 Stars
337
3 Stars
100
2 Stars
24
1 Stars
22
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.0
Layout
4.2
Friendliness
4.3
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.0
86.0%
Recommend this course
574 out of 678 reviews
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4.0
6 Reviews (6)
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3
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Conditions
4.0
Value
4.0
Layout
4.2
Pace
3.8
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
3.8
83.3%
Recommend this course
5 out of 6 reviews
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4.2
33 Reviews (33)
5 Stars
13
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
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Conditions
4.3
Value
4.1
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.3
87.9%
Recommend this course
29 out of 33 reviews
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Course Highlights
Hidden Lake impresses with its well-maintained fairways, greens, and a layout that carries a distinct private course feel. Consistently friendly and helpful staff elevate the overall experience for returning and first-time visitors alike.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 71
Length 6672 yards
Slope 129
Rating 70.8

Formerly known as "Lake Medad Golf & Country Club - Old Course".

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Course Details

Year Built 1962
Golf Season Mar 15 to Dec 15

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes

Available Facilities

Showers, Lockers
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Reviews

4.2
678 Reviews (678)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 14
Patio Dining 6
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 13
Narrow Fairways 11
Thick Rough 9
This course/club is great for:
Locals 20
Walkers 19
Playing Multiple Courses 13
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 15
In the 'Burbs 11
Worth the Drive 9

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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
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Avoid Hidden Lake

-The pro-shop moved my tee-time from 12:00 to 12:30 p.m. without my knowledge.

-When I asked the Pro-shop why I wasn't contacted they said that the incorrect phone number was on file, which isn't the case.

-Told the pro-shop that I didn't require a cart but they charged me anyways.

-Moved our two-ball from the New Course to the Old Course and forced us to play behind a Men's League

-Took 3 hours and 20 minutes to play 12 holes....Walked off the course.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great condition for early season, well worth the trip, best bang for your buck in the area.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 19
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart

Always enjoyed playing at Hidden Lake pace of play could have been faster

Arrived for 4pm course was packed solid and pace of play was at a snails crawl. Club house allowed me out as a single and I quickly ran into a road block as pace of play fell off dramatically. Luckily the marshal allowed me to move to the new course where I managed to enjoy my round. Thanks to the marshal.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 25+
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Walked

Hidden Lake Review

The course was in excellent shape for being one of the first courses open in the area. The layout is a bit confusing where all the holes converge so pay attention to the signage or you'll end up on the wrong tee but there were only a couple of holes where they needed safety fence or the tee and green were too close together. The designer put the trees and bunkers in all the right places so accuracy helps but the old course is fairly open so can be forgiving as long as you are not near the exterior of the course where it is all old growth. This course is usually more expensive then I like to play but this was a good deal for the early season and I can see that they spend money on their facility and courses so I might be back. The hidden lake was quite scenic and overall a pleasant atmosphere.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 60
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Played April 2bd. At this time of season, no complain. Good condition, good pace, even cart was ok. Beautiful weather too

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

traditional layout

Course was average at best. No signature or memorable hole....

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Enjoyable round

Despite the greens being in pour shape due to prep for the next season, it was an enjoyable round due to overall course conditions. Pace was a little slow, but the weather was nice and so was the company.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Enjoyable Outing

Came out as a single. Joined a friendly group on a gorgeous day. Course was a pleasure to play.

I would recommend playing here.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Not worth the $

This is supposed to be a ClubLink course?

Very poor service.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Hidden Lake Golf Club Old Course

The problem with this course is only one thing. Pace of play. 5 1/2 hr round and teeing off at 4 pm.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 08/03/2016

Hi Michael,

I would like to understand a little bit more about your experience at Hidden Lake yesterday. Did you book through Golf Now and tee of at 4:03 under Trauzzi? Hoping you could email me at grichard@clublink.ca and provide some further details about your round.

Have a great day.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

great time

Had a great time, cart girl was great and the half way house girl was great

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Walked

Unbelievable Value - too good to be true?

Couldn't believe that 18 holes with cart was $5 plus tax and online fees - under $9 all in. When checking in at the course I was informed that it was a mistake - their mistake and they honored the deal. Two other Golf Nowers (Peter and Dylan) also took advantage of the deal and we had a great game. Course was in great condition, great shots were rewarded, bad shots not severely punished. Pace of play was OK at just under 4hrs. One criticism is that the land available for 36holes is not quite enough and stray balls were a danger on many holes. Would put this course in the $40 including cart being well worth the money category.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 25
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Bad Greens

I have played approx a dozen rounds staring in March this year and these greens on the old course were the worst greens I have played on this year or for while. They were bumpy and slow like putting on the fairway. there was no sign of aeration. Typically Hidden Lake greens are good and quick but they were pathetic and ruined the round.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 0-4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Average weather
Used cart

no

Average. Greens were in a poor state. A bit bumpy

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 44
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Nearby course

Although the course was a little dry, it was in decent shape. The greens were at a good speed for this time of year.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 17
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Awesome course

For this time of year the course was in great shape. The fairways and rough were in good shape, and the green were running true. Pace of play was excellent. I'd play there again and recommend hidden lake to other players!!

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

Temporary Greens

I booked this on Golfnow and both courses the old and new were listed. The new course had an advisory posted that they were using Temp Greens. This advisory was not listed on the old course so I assumed it was fully open. Not the case. There were temp greens that were not even temp greens just pins in the fairway in front of green. If I had known this I would have booked elsewhere. The advertisement by golfnow was misleading. However I think this would be a great course when fully opened.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Poor weather
Walked

Last Round of the year?

I hate temporary greens and that's what I got. Can't complain, green fee was only $20 + tax etc. Played New course as it was less busy, really deserted.

Conditions Poor
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Fair weather
Walked

Hidden Lakes

Whole course was temporary greens and tee decks are set way in front.
If we knew it was all temporary greens we would not played this course

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Extremely Easy
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