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3.4
255 Reviews (255)
5 Stars
52
4 Stars
93
3 Stars
58
2 Stars
25
1 Stars
27
Conditions
3.2
Value
4.0
Layout
3.4
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
3.7
Amenities
3.5
71.4%
Recommend this course
194 out of 255 reviews
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3.8
6 Reviews (6)
5 Stars
2
4 Stars
1
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
3.5
Value
4.2
Layout
3.5
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.5
StaffFriendliness
4.3
66.7%
Recommend this course
4 out of 6 reviews
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3.8
10 Reviews (10)
5 Stars
3
4 Stars
3
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
3.4
Value
4.1
Layout
3.6
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
4.4
70.0%
Recommend this course
7 out of 10 reviews
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Course Highlights
This walkable executive par-3 course delivers outstanding value with a fun layout perfect for sharpening your short game. Exceptionally friendly staff, a food truck, and dedicated children's golf areas make it a welcoming destination for all ages.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 54
Length 1983 yards
Slope 73
Rating 50.4

Rancho Carlsbad Golf Course is an executive layout that is one of the area's best values. It's not a terribly formidable course but it's great for getting in some short game practice. The course is gentle enough for beginners and juniors, making it a good place for families. Opened in 1959, Rancho Carlsbad has a classic layout that is shorter and tighter than most modern golf courses. You won't come across too much trouble on this layout. There are hardly any bunkers but their absence is accommodated for with convex greens that allow the ball to run down to the other edge if you're not careful. You will also have to tee off over a stream on a few holes. Accuracy is generously rewarded but the layout isn't too punishing if you're slightly errant.

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Course Details

Year Built 1959
Golf Season Year round
Architect Art Saprico

Rentals/Services

Carts No
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes

Food & Beverage

Food & Beverage

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Reviews

3.4
255 Reviews (255)

What Golfers Are Saying

This course/club is great for:
Beginners 12
Walkers 12
Locals 8
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 7

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Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good condition- course going in right direction !

Management stepped up efforts improving course conditions. Tee box are in good condition, you can hit right off the grass. Greens are in amazing shape for executive golf course! Driving range play is off the grass, wow! So glad to see management maintaining golf course, it really shows. This golf course looks to be heading in the right direction. Looking forward to play again and work on that short-game.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Walked

Great course for kids and beginners

Please don't read this as negative. Course is set up for kids and beginners, kind of a "bunny slope" for golfers. Wide open with very few obstacles, it is a great place to keep the attention of a little one and not frustrate a beginner. I was there on a weekend and it was busy with lots of families having a great time.

I won't go back on a weekend, but during the week to work the short game this is going to be in the rotation. For the price it's super.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Easy
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Family Fun Golfing

Great course for everyone. Has many different conditions which I like.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Verified Purchaser

Nice little executive course

The back 9 was closed due to tree trimming so I wasn’t able to experience the true benefits of the course. Pace of play was very poor but must be attributed to the back being closed off. However, I would like the opportunity to play the course again under normal conditions.

Merced

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
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Commented on 03/31/2022

Thank you for reviewing the course. We would like to apologize for your recent experience.

We're sorry to hear you were less than satisfied during your round. We pride ourselves on our providing great service and the high-quality standards we maintain.

We would like to make things right. Please reach out to our management team at the pro shop.

We hope to hear from you soon.

Played On
Reviews 31
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Kids and not adults course

Misleading reviews on GolfNow. One star course at best,

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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Commented on 03/07/2022

Thank you for taking the time to review the course. We take single star feedback very seriously at our course. You are welcome to comment further or reach out to our team in the golf shop. We always appreciate the feedback.

Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Staff, Low key, Fun course

Easy going atmosphere, very low key rustic but well maintained. Easy course to walk. Varied terrain. Always a fun time.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice little par 3

I mean it’s a par 3 course. Very flat layout but fun still. You can sometimes play this course for 17 dollars and it’s worth it to me. Mornings will get frost on the green. Had a great time and will probably be back to work on my short iron game

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Poor
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
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Commented on 01/17/2022

Thank you for reviewing us. We see you rated the course 3-stars and are interested in learning what we can do to improve before your next round. Feel free to comment on this review or reach out to the team in the golf shop. We always appreciate the feedback. Thank you for playing Rancho Carlsbad Golf Club, and we hope to see you again soon.

Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
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Commented on 12/13/2021

Hello, thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We see you rated the course 1-star and are interested in learning what we can do to improve for your next visit.

We take customer feedback very seriously at our course. Please reach out to our team in the golf shop and tell us what's on your mind.

Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Walked

No pressure golf

It's a nice short-game course, all par 3, and not crowded even on Sunday. Good especially if you haven't played in a few months. Some really muddy spots. No water (thumbs up) but you do have to hit over the creek, not my fave. We had a great time hanging out and playing.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Fairly Easy
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Commented on 12/07/2021

Thank you so much for leaving us with your feedback. We value our customer experience, so your review is important to us. We will make note and we hope to see you back at Rancho Carlsbad Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Great Walk On Course

Air pods in my ears, pushcart rollin’ and I am happy! This course is my local go to when I have a break in my schedule and can get away for a quick 9 holes. Friendly staff, great pricing. The only complaint is that the greens are shaped like anthills.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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