Home / Courses / USA / California / El Cajon

Cottonwood Golf Club - Ivanhoe Course

3121 Willow Glen Dr, El Cajon, California 92019, San Diego County
(619) 442-9891
Course Website
3.6
1286 Reviews
Cottonwood Golf Club - Ivanhoe Course - Book a Tee Time
Cottonwood GC
Looking back from a green at Cottonwood Golf Club. Cottonwood Golf Club
Cottonwood GC
View of a green at Cottonwood Golf Club. Cottonwood Golf Club
Cottonwood GC
A view from Cottonwood Golf Club. Cottonwood Golf Club
Cottonwood Golf Club
View of a green at Cottonwood Golf Club. Cottonwood Golf Club
Cottonwood GC
View of a green at Cottonwood Golf Club. Cottonwood Golf Club
Cottonwood at Rancho San Diego - Ivanhoe
A tee view surrounded by water at Cottonwood at Rancho San Diego

About

Holes 18
Par 72
Length 6736 yds
Rating 78.8
Slope 137
Type Public
Course Layout
Tees
Track Rounds
Scorecard
Course scorecard and layout
Hot Deals at Cottonwood Golf Club - Ivanhoe
Fri 9/18

No Hot Deals for this date.

Sat 9/19
sold
Sun 9/20
$4848
$4499 + $349 fee
sold
Mon 9/21
$4548
$4199 + $349 fee
$4548
$4199 + $349 fee
$4548
$4199 + $349 fee
Tue 9/22
$4748
$4399 + $349 fee
$4748
$4399 + $349 fee
$4748
$4399 + $349 fee
Wed 9/23
$4648
$4299 + $349 fee
$4848
$4499 + $349 fee
$4848
$4499 + $349 fee
Thu 9/24
$4948
$4599 + $349 fee
$4948
$4599 + $349 fee
$4948
$4599 + $349 fee
More Hot Deals
View more Hot Deals on

Course Details

Rentals & Services

Golf Carts
Golf Clubs

Practice & Instruction

Driving Range
Golf School Academy
Teaching Pro
Pitching & Chipping Area
Putting Green

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes

Food & Beverage

Food & Beverage

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities
Year Built 1953
Golf Season Year Round
Architect(s) O. W. Moorman A. C. Sears
Annual
The Best Way To Book Is With GolfPass+ Annual
redeemtrophy
Exclusive member pricing on select tee times
waivedfees
Waived booking fees (on 12 bookings)
Shield-2.svg
Tee Time Protection (flexible cancellation)
golf ball.svg
$120 in monthly tee time promo codes
Trophy-Simple.svg
Redeem GolfPass Points
NBC-Peacock (1).svg
Peacock Premium streaming (up to 12 months)
...and much more!
$119 USD/year. Terms apply.

Rating Index
Tooltip Information Icon

3.6
3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 1286 reviews
77.0%
Recommend
1286
Reviews
  • 5 Stars
  • 4 Stars
  • 3 Stars
  • 2 Stars
  • 1 Stars
  • Conditions
    3.2
  • Value
    3.8
  • Layout
    3.8
  • Friendliness
    4.4
  • Pace
    3.8
  • Amenities
    3.3
frame.svg
AI summaries based on real golfer reviews
circle-star.svg
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.

Rating Index

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

Golfer Photos

Golfer Reviews

Default User Avatar
tonyhernz
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Played

Go early or not at all.

Course was so backed up I almost got into a fight cause people wouldn't stop hitting into us as we are waiting for the group ahead to clear the green. Took an hour and 45 minutes to tee off on hole 4.

I had a tee time at 1:22 and the pace of play was so slow by the time we were able to tee off on 4 it was almost 3:30.

If you are not on the early bird times don't go.

I've feed off here at 7:30 am and have had no problems. Any time after 11 you better bring plenty of beer to drink while you wait more than you golf.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 2.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 2.0
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/05/2020

We sorry that your round was anything less than a 5-star experience. We will work with our staff to make the course move faster to avoid this issue in the future.

Default User Avatar
u000006171819
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Nice Course

First time at this course. Enjoy very much how open it is. Staff was very friendly.

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 3.0
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/05/2020

Thank you for leaving these kinds words for our staff. We will pass this along to them.

Default User Avatar
u314159478740
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/05/2020

Thank you for the 5-star review!

Default User Avatar
younhee
Reviews 5
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

This course has so friendly all golfers.

I love so much cottonwood golf course. The green fee is really so lovely.

Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/05/2020

Thank you for you review! We think we are the best value in the area! Hope to see you again soon!

Default User Avatar
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 4.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/05/2020

Thank you for the 4-star review, Sean. Hope to see you again very soon!

Default User Avatar
kumikod
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/05/2020

Thank you for the 5-star review!

Default User Avatar
Pablo7216916
T O P 500
Reviews 160
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Golf Cart Bench

Can use replacement or re upholstery. Be aware if you wear shorts. Driver side on benches are ripped due to wear and tear. Carts are in good condition mechanically.

Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/05/2020

Thank you for leaving a review. We will take this feedback to our team to see how we can make repairs to the golf carts. Thank you for playing Cottonwood!

Featured
Find out more
Default User Avatar
u2123262021
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
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
Difficulty 4.0
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/05/2020

Thank you for leaving a 4-star review. We would love to earn a 5-star review during your next visit.

Default User Avatar
Robert3859683
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Good condition, good price very challenging

Good course for walking. Ball retrieval system is nice for COVID-19. Challenging holes and very fun. Prices are fair through GolfNow. Hit it straight and you’ll be fine

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/05/2020

We hope you hit every fairway! Thank you for leaving a review. We hope upon your next visit, we may earn that last star.

Default User Avatar
BucannonXC5
Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 3.0
Default User Avatar
Commented on 08/05/2020

Thank you for leaving a review. We would like to figure out why you left two stars off of your review. Please email me at adow@cottonwoodgolf.com. Thank you!

Default User Avatar
baldyjoe
Reviews 28
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Not in bad condition

Looks like Cottonwood is starting to take care of Ivanhoe the course is in pretty good condition, the bunker could use a little more sand But not bad

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
Default User Avatar
Commented on 07/20/2020

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

Default User Avatar
u5187535
Reviews 2
Recommended
Played

Solid round!

Enjoyed yet another round at Cottonwood! Course is well kept, rough is running thick but maintained.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
Default User Avatar
Commented on 07/20/2020

Thank you for 5-star review! Hopefully you're hitting it in the fairway instead of the rough on your next visit. Thank you again for coming out to play our course!

Default User Avatar
u314159478740
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great times again at CW

Enjoyed the course, which is in great shape. Monster Par 5s. Smooth greens. Starter was super helpful, touchless cups also legit. Will be back again and again.

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 4.0
Default User Avatar
Pablo7216916
T O P 500
Reviews 160
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
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
Default User Avatar
Commented on 07/20/2020

Thank you for the 4-star review! When will we see you out here next?

Featured
Find out more
Default User Avatar
myles3789993
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 3.0
Default User Avatar
Commented on 07/20/2020

Thank you for the 4-star review!

Default User Avatar
u314159478740
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Default User Avatar
Commented on 07/20/2020

Thank you for the 4-star review. Hope to see you out here again soon!

Default User Avatar
u1418225438
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Poor Ol' Cottonwood...

Why does she get such a bad rap? I literally find myself defending this course when I mention it to local golf snobs lol. This is a fun course in good/great condition, for $45 on a Saturday morning. I played Morgan Run today and would've rather been the at The Wood.

Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 2.0
Default User Avatar
Commented on 07/20/2020

Thank you for being a loyal customer! We appreciate the customers in our corner. It makes turning on the lights in the morning that much more fun!

Default User Avatar
u314160159483
Review 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
Played

You get what you pay for

Poorly maintained amenities now are matched by the course. Greens are very poorly maintained and fairway is dried out. But for 20 bucks okay.

Previously Played
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 2.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 1.0
Default User Avatar
Commented on 07/20/2020

Thank you for leaving a review. We think our course is in great condition and that is verified by the 5-star reviews we have received in the past few days. Hopefully you can make it back out here for a better experience!

Default User Avatar
Pablo7216916
T O P 500
Reviews 160
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

L-eafy Day

Besides the leafy areas there isn't much to complain about here. Always fun to come out here and link up18. The golf course looks green and lush.

Be ready to LEAF lots of golf balls behind under fallen leafs after your round. Avoid these areas at all cost...LOL!

Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Default User Avatar
Commented on 07/20/2020

Thank you for leaving a review! We will sending this to our grounds staff to see how we can improve on this.

Default User Avatar
cookiephnx
Reviews 12
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

First Timer

Booked online and the notation was that the cart fee was included but we were charged for the cart when we paid at the pro shop. Everything else was great and thought the course was fun and challenging in really good shape for these hot summer months!

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
Default User Avatar
Commented on 07/20/2020

Thank you for leaving a 5-star review! All green fees booked on golfnow are walking. Cart can be paid for and rented at check in. Hope to see you back out here again soon!

Load More Reviews
Nearby Courses
Steele Canyon GC - Ranch: #9
View Tee Times
Steele Canyon Golf Club - Ranch/Vineyard
Jamul, California
Semi-Private
4.359362634 out of 5 stars
1055
Write Review
Steele Canyon GC - Canyon: #3
View Tee Times
Steele Canyon Golf Club - Canyon/Ranch
Jamul, California
Semi-Private
4.359362634 out of 5 stars
1055
Write Review
Steele Canyon GC - Canyon: #8
View Tee Times
Steele Canyon Golf Club - Canyon/Vineyard
Jamul, California
Semi-Private
4.359362634 out of 5 stars
1055
Write Review
Singing Hills Golf Resort at Sycuan - Willow Glen
View Tee Times
Singing Hills Golf Resort at Sycuan - Willow Glen
El Cajon, California
Resort
4.3341974647 out of 5 stars
708
Write Review
Pine Glen at Sycuan Resort: #10
View Tee Times
Singing Hills Golf Resort at Sycuan - Pine Glen
El Cajon, California
Resort
4.5716789385 out of 5 stars
446
Write Review
Singing Hills Golf Resort at Sycuan - Oak Glen
View Tee Times
Singing Hills Golf Resort at Sycuan - Oak Glen
El Cajon, California
Resort
4.1850131309 out of 5 stars
762
Write Review
Bonita GC
Bonita Golf Club
Bonita, California
Public
4.6 out of 5 stars
15
Write Review
Enagic Golf Club at Eastlake
View Tee Times
Enagic Golf Club at Eastlake
Chula Vista, California
Public
3.7301749302 out of 5 stars
725
Write Review
Mission Trails GC
View Tee Times
Mission Trails Golf Course
San Diego, California
Public
3.5567326752 out of 5 stars
1001
Write Review
Willowbrook CC
Willowbrook Country Club
Lakeside, California
Public
2.6666666667 out of 5 stars
3
Write Review
Carlton Oaks GC
View Tee Times
Carlton Oaks Lodge & Country Club
Santee, California
Resort/Public
3.0978956206 out of 5 stars
1954
Write Review
Chula Vista GC: #4
View Tee Times
Chula Vista Golf Course
Bonita, California
Public
2.7300498134 out of 5 stars
1048
Write Review
Golf Packages
OMNI La Costa – Champions Course

The OMNI La Costa Resort & Spa Stay & Play Package

CLICK BELOW
CARLSBAD, CA | Enjoy up to 5 nights’ accommodations at The OMNI La Costa Resort & Spa and up to 4 rounds of golf at your choice of Aviara Golf Course, OMNI La Costa – South Course, and OMNI La Costa – North Course.
Torrey Pines - North Course 15th & 16th Holes

The Lodge At Torrey Pines Stay & Play Package

CLICK BELOW
LA JOLLA, CA | Enjoy up to 5 nights’ accommodations at The Lodge at Torrey Pines and up to 4 rounds of golf at your choice of Torrey Pines – South Course and Torrey Pines – North Course.
Classic Club Golf Course - 6th Hole

The Palm Mountain Resort & Spa Stay & Play Package

CLICK BELOW
PALM SPRINGS, CA | Enjoy up to 5 nights’ accommodations at Palm Mountain Resort & Spa and up to 4 rounds of golf at your choice of Indian Canyons – South Course, Indian Canyons – North Course, The Classic Club, Tahquitz Creek – Resort Course, and Tahquitz Creek – Legend Course.
Indian Canyons – South Course

The Hilton Garden Inn Palm Springs/Rancho Mirage Stay & Play Package

CLICK BELOW
PALM SPRINGS, CA | Enjoy up to 5 nights’ accommodations at the Hilton Garden Inn Palm Springs/Rancho Mirage and up to 4 rounds of golf at your choice of Indian Canyons – South Course, The Classic Club, Tahquitz Creek – Resort Course, and Tahquitz Creek – Legend Course.
Legacy Golf Course

Luxor Resort & Casino Stay & Play Package

FROM $137 (USD)
LAS VEGAS, NV | Enjoy up to 3 nights’ accommodations at the Luxor Resort & Casino and up to 3 rounds of golf at your choice of Legacy Golf Course, Las Vegas National Golf Course, and Desert Pines Golf Course.
Featured Content
Willow Glen golf course at Sycuan Golf Resort - hole 5
Articles
Sycuan Golf Resort and Sycuan Casino are a great golfing and gambling combination near San Diego
Sycuan Golf Resort - Willow Glen golf course - 15th hole
Articles
Five affordable golf resorts in the San Diego area
Willow Glen course at Sycuan Golf Resort - hole 10
Galleries
Willow Glen: The gem of Sycuan Golf Resort near San Diego
Sycuan Golf Resort - Oak Glen Course - no. 14
Galleries
Sycuan Golf Resort offers 54 scenic holes just east of San Diego

Business Tools for Golf Course Operators

Add a GolfPass ratings badge to your website Get a feed with the latest reviews for this venue
Now Reading

  • Home

  • Memberships

  • Library

  • Account

    •
    Search Near Me