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Cottonwood Golf Club - Ivanhoe Course

3121 Willow Glen Dr, El Cajon, California 92019, San Diego County
(619) 442-9891
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Cottonwood at Rancho San Diego - Ivanhoe
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Holes 18
Par 72
Length 6736 yds
Rating 78.8
Slope 137
Type Public
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Year Built 1953
Golf Season Year Round
Architect(s) O. W. Moorman A. C. Sears
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3.6
3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 1281 reviews
76.8%
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1281
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  • 2 Stars
  • 1 Stars
  • Conditions
    3.2
  • Value
    3.8
  • Layout
    3.8
  • Friendliness
    4.4
  • Pace
    3.8
  • Amenities
    3.3
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Course Highlights
Cottonwood GC consistently delivers strong value with well-maintained fairways, true-rolling greens, and an undulating layout that challenges shot control. The exceptionally friendly staff makes every round welcoming for both regulars and first-time visitors.

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Golfers Often Mention

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 10
Watching the Game 6
Course Challenges:
Undulating Greens 6
Best For:
Locals 25
Walkers 16
Beginners 12
Location is:
In the 'Burbs 12
Convenient to the City 7
Worth the Drive 7

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Lilbo
Reviews 31
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Worth $25-$35

Decent conditions, decent pace (at least for the Monday I went) and friendly people. Wouldn’t pay more than $40 to play here. Got a hot deal for $25 with cart. Made it worth a visit.

Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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Commented on 04/29/2021

Thank you for the 4-star review! Our rounds pass is a great way to save on green fees at Cottonwood! Ask a staff member next time you are here.

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u079940746
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 4.0
Friendliness 2.0
Pace 3.0
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Commented on 04/26/2021

Thank you for leaving a review. We see that your experience was not a great one. We would like to learn more. Please email me at adow@cottonwoodgolf.com.

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uENJW2504EN
T O P 250
Reviews 161
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Value

Greens are bouncing back from being punched. Over all in good shape. Marshals need to police slow play.

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Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 4.0
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Commented on 04/26/2021

Thank you for the review! We can't wait to have you back to see our progress.

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BANKerBob
Reviews 44
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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Commented on 04/26/2021

Thank you for the 4-star review! What was your favorite hole?

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u314160608219
Reviews 16
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Played

Decent Fairways and Greens.

Tee box are ok for what it is. Fairways for the most part are actually not bad. They'll prop the ball up and generally give you a soft lie to hit from. The grass around the greens are pretty good. The greens seem like they'll be good, hard to tell as they were punched a week or two back. Expect COVID pace of play, ie slow....which means you can find raging drunks mad at the slow pace. I'd say the course is playable if you can find a rate under $30 and you live nearby. Steele Canyon is right next door if you're making a drive out to El Cajon.

First Time Playing
Windy weather
Walked
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 3.0
Difficulty 3.0
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Commented on 04/26/2021

Thank you for coming out and leaving us a review. Best rates at Cottonwood are available on our website. Hope to see you out here again.

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AJ760619
Reviews 8
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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Commented on 04/26/2021

Thank you for playing Cottonwood! What was your favorite hole?

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elmerandrade
Reviews 7
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 2.0
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Commented on 04/26/2021

Thank you for the 5-star review! When can we expect you back?

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Shawn1476067
Reviews 53
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
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Commented on 04/26/2021

Thank you for coming out and playing Cottonwood!

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Sebas44k
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Solid

Course looks great. Greens are bit slow but still fun.

First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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Commented on 04/19/2021

Thank you for leaving a review! When can we expect to see you out here again?

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golfbuddy13
Reviews 28
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Nice to get out there!!!!

Twas a nice day....been a while since i've seen it so green.....beware the greens are pretty slow, even down hill you gotta hit em hard........it was sure nice, hope they can keep it up........

Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
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Commented on 04/19/2021

Thank you for playing Cottonwood! We did aerify the course at that time. We expect to see some really great conditions at this point on the entire course. Hope to see you here soon!

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u000006128478
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 4.0
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Commented on 04/19/2021

Thank you for playing Cottonwood. We see that this is your first visit to our course. What did you remember about your day with us?

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u000002591519
Reviews 2
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
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Commented on 04/19/2021

Thank you for the 5-star review!

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u314159852521
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Walked
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 3.0
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Commented on 04/19/2021

Thank you for coming out and playing Cottonwood!

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Loopey2
Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Good value at a reasonable price

The course is in good shape considering it is being aerated for the warmer months. The golf shop is small and dated but the staff is friendly & helpful.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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Commented on 04/19/2021

Thank you for the 4-star review! We hope upon your next visit, we may earn that last star!

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u000003339114
Reviews 3
Recommended
Played

Aerated greens filling in nicely, but they were very slow. Course overall in good condition. Unfortunately the food/beverage cart was broken/unavailable.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
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Commented on 04/19/2021

Thank you for playing Cottonwood. We are sorry for the inconvenience caused by the beverage cart. On your next visit, this should be available to serve.

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u7661523
Reviews 35
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 4.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 1.0
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Commented on 04/19/2021

Thank you for playing Cottonwood. We hope upon your next visit, we may earn those last two stars.

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u000005867318
Reviews 24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Great deal nice course

I like Cottonwood it has a lot of trees and if you don’t hit it straight they are in play. I think it’s a great deal compared to any other 18 hole course near by. Check it out!

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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Commented on 04/05/2021

Thank you for playing Cottonwood and leaving a great review! We hope to see you again soon.

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Pablo7216916
T O P 500
Reviews 160
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 4.0
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Commented on 04/02/2021

Thank you for playing Cottonwood. We are sorry that your experience was anything short of 5-stars. We hope upon your next visit, we may earn those last two stars.

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u000004467600
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Weekend was packed

The course is fun, the staff are amazing and friendly but the pace of play was painfully slow.

On 8 of the first 9 holes there were two groups waiting to tee off.

Will play again just not on a weekend.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 3.0
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Commented on 03/29/2021

Thank you for coming out to Cottonwood. We are sorry that your round was a little slow, we do get very busy on weekends. We will work to best mitigate this situation for your future visits.

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jlbsam
Reviews 11
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Decent conditions

Probably more than 5 years since I played here. Pleasantly surprised by how nice the course is. There are a lot of courses that charge the same fee, but are in lousy shape. I recommend Ivanhoe.

Verified Purchaser
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 2.0
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Commented on 03/29/2021

Thank you for the recommendation! What can we do to earn those last two stars?

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