Alta Sierra Country Club

This is a beautiful course but the greens are mottled with bald spots and the fairways are peppered with rodent holes and mounds. I've played golf here since the 1990s, love it but needs better maintenance.

Love the layout of this course. The greens hadn't been mowed and were shaggy and super slow. The tee boxes could need some love, Otherwise if you get a Hot Deal on this course it's worth the money.

I recently played this course as a single and overall, I found the experience to be decent. The layout and pace of play were enjoyable, and it’s clear that the course has good potential. That said, there are a few areas I think are worth addressing to elevate the overall experience—especially considering this is a country club with a dress code and rates that are above the average public course.

Course Conditions:

The greens were noticeably slow, which seemed to be due to a recent punching—likely within the past month—and the grass on the greens was longer than typical, which affected roll and consistency. Additionally, there were several areas on the course showing signs of disease or stress in the turf. I did see maintenance staff actively surveying those areas, so it looks like steps are being taken to address it, which I appreciated.

Amenities and Service:

The biggest drawback during my round came when I made the turn at 9:00 a.m. and wasn’t able to grab any water, snacks, or food. The bar area was severely understaffed—just one overwhelmed waitress handling eight tables and no bartender in sight. As a golfer, especially on a warm day, basic access to refreshments is a necessity.

A simple and practical solution would be to offer a small variety of prepackaged snacks, water, sports drinks, and maybe even grab-and-go options in the pro shop. This would ensure that players making the turn can quickly fuel up and continue the round without disruption. For a club of this caliber, that’s a reasonable expectation.

Driving Range Feedback:

Another minor but notable issue was the inability to use a standard tee on the driving range for driver practice. Having rubber tees or designated tee areas would make warm-up sessions much more functional and convenient.

Final Thoughts:

I want to be fair—I did enjoy the round, and I can see myself playing here again in the future. However, a few key improvements would go a long way. I would also strongly encourage the course to consider offering a military discount. Recognizing those who’ve served is something many courses do as a small but meaningful gesture.

Lastly, I’d hope the club might consider making this experience right—especially as a returning customer who genuinely wants to see the course live up to its full potential.

Great course but lots of goose poop to get around and the greens weren’t that good