Squaw Valley GC
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4.1
693 Reviews (693)
5 Stars
382
4 Stars
249
3 Stars
46
2 Stars
12
1 Stars
4
Conditions
3.8
Value
4.1
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.2
90.2%
Recommend this course
660 out of 693 reviews
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4.3
23 Reviews (23)
5 Stars
6
4 Stars
17
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.5
100.0%
Recommend this course
23 out of 23 reviews
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3.9
56 Reviews (56)
5 Stars
9
4 Stars
36
3 Stars
8
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.7
Value
4.0
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.5
89.3%
Recommend this course
50 out of 56 reviews
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Course Highlights
The course layout consistently earns high praise from golfers who appreciate its well-designed challenges and solid overall shape. Friendly staff and smooth pace of play make each round an enjoyable and affordable experience.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 7063 yards
Slope 130
Rating 73.6

The original Squaw Valley course, Apache Links, opened in 1992–a Jeff Brauer design that is open on the front and more densely wooded on the back. Brauer’s work involved bringing in dirt to provide some mounding to the flat terrain, and he placed the course along a scenic creek that comes into play, mostly on the back.

No. 9 is the best hole on the front because of its split fairway. Macho men can go for the green by aiming over the lake–otherwise it plays a pedestrian 362 yards if you choose the left side, where it doglegs around the lake.

On the back, Nos. 15 and 16 are back-to-back par 4s that you’ll be glad to get out of the way. The 15th rolls 462 yards and doglegs right, requiring a tee shot over the creek. The long approach is especially challenging due to the long row of trees at the corner of the green. Hole 16 features an elevated green above Squaw Creek. Play for position off the tee because the hole is not long.

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Course Details

Year Built 1992
Golf Season Year round
Architect Jeff Brauer (1992) John Colligan

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
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, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Snacks

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

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Reviews

4.1
693 Reviews (693)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
19th Hole Scenic Views 6
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 16
Undulating Greens 13
Water Hazards 13
This course/club is great for:
Playing Multiple Courses 12
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 11
A Weekend Splurge 10
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 19

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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

great time

Great course both of them well manicured. Worth the 40 mile drive. Will be back very soon.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great shape

The course was in great shape. We play there the week after the punch the greens so the course we play isn't to busy, yet the greens are in good shape. We enjoy both courses at squaw valley. Definatlly recommend to play it.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Poor weather
Used cart

Fun in the rain!

Played the Comanche Lakes course yesterday. The course was in fine shape ad we were having a great time playing. On the 12th hole it started raining and continued. We completed our round with water standing on greens, mushy fairways ad we were soaked to the bone. We had a great time and laughed at our "bad luck". The course was great and I highly advise giving it a try, although a little drier weather would be recommended.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Deal

Great course in great condition. Didn't have to wait on anyone on a Friday morning. Staff was very friendly. Will def be going back. Comanche course is prettier than Apache but both are worth every penny.

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

This course was great

Loved the course layout & conditions. The staff very friendly & will play there again for sure.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 19
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great Course

Course was in excellent condition ,took my wife she loved playing there,fairways were near as perfect as i've seen anywhere and so were the greens,a touch fast but fair.We played the Commanche side and will be returning .We played our round in 3 1/2 hours for our 18 on a Monday morning.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
First Time Playing

Speed golf expected

We played 18 holes in less than 4.5 hrs. and we were approached 2 times to speed up play and they were very rude about it. Now i've been playing this great game for decades and a normal round is about 4.5 hrs.for a foursome. At no time were we slow. Turns out they were greedy. A tournament was planned and they packed the coarse before hand and decided to ruin ours and others rounds to get us off the coarse. Last I checked I paid to play there and not play speed golf. Will not go back! I'm sure they could care less.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice track

The only reason I didn't give 5 stars was some of the fairway bunkers. I'm not sure if they were supposed to be ground under repair...but there was no sand on a few holes. We played the lakes and the tee boxes, fairways and green side bunkers were all in great shape. The greens are excellent, best I've played in DFW this year. Worth the drive, overall a great round..I'll definitely play this track again.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 68
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played

one of my favorite courses to play

Worth the drive. The ice cold bottled water is a nice touch.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 65
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 1000 Contributor
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Play Both

An excellent opportunity to play 36 . Courses similar in difficulty and enjoyable . Greens soft but speedy . Bunkers need work and more sand .

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Excellent Course

My husband and I play here frequently. The course conditions are excellent and the pace of play is good. The layouts are challenging but fair. This coupled with the local attractions make it a great value. The only issue we have is the Pro shop associates deal with you in a clinical manner. It's kinda like a Good Ol Boys club - and they seem to like it that way. If you focus on the golf - you won't be disappointed. It's a little pricey but if they offered discounts or reduced the rates. - I think the volume would certainly pick up. The current conditions are fantastic.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0

Great course for the money

Played the Lakes Course. First six holes are links style. Lots and lots of mounds, especially around greens. Back nine goes back and forth across the creek. More trees with some elevation changes. Course is fair and not ridiculously hard.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Love this course

Played the lakes course on this day, but either course is always in good condition. Great place to catch a good price for a round of golf. Great layout, usually a good pace of play. This is my go to course when I am in the area. Highly recommend it for a casual round.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
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