Bixby Village Golf Course

This is actually an executive par 3 course (three par 4s) and is sort of a hidden gem in Long Beach, CA. You really get what you pay for at a regular rate of $16.50, but I got a discounted rate at $12 on Saturday, June 1, 2013.

Course conditions: Decent, but could be better. The tee boxes are OK, and you hit off the grass. There are no mats. The course has alot of small slopes, ups and downs, and fairway grass is decent.
My only complaint is the green is a bit awful and definitely requires attention and maintenance.

Difficulty: I am actually a noob and just started playing golf about 5 months ago, so this course to me is challenging because of all the slopes and turns. I shot a 41, which seems to be my average lately (par is 30). I'm sure this course will be much easier to a more seasoned golfer.

Staff: Very VERY VERY friendly staff.

Recommendation: If you are a noob like me or want to play a 9 hole then yes, I highly recommend this course. Keep in mind that you get what you pay for and don't expect anything exceptional and over the top gorgeous.

For a short course its actually a good iron test. Only a few holes are really safe straight ahead shots. Most of the tee shots to par 3s; short or long; require you to know where to land for good shot a the pin or good miss to have chance at par. The par 4s, surprisingly, although short by distance standards are a test of placement and planning on your second shot. Its possible to birdie them but you are required to put the ball in a place where you can go for the pin. Overall very fun course. Very popular with locals

The course is in good shape. Play is a little slow but it is a good course for beginners to intermediate hackers. You can pull out every club; there are three par fours you can hit the driver if you want or a long iron will do. The greens are in very good condition and vary from flat to rolling making for some tough putting. You will find water and plenty of bunkers to make the course challenging. Try it and have fun!

Condition of course and greens is pretty good. Some greens are pretty challenging: multi-tiered or undulating. Got to use almost all the clubs in my bag. Very good practice. Staff and other players pretty friendly.

Mix of Par 3's and 4's. A great course to practice short games. Easy to walk and have fun with friends.

Overall, the price is right . Course does need some attention, especially the greens ! Also, they need more workable golf carts for us seniors. Only had 4 the day I played 3/25/2013

Simply terrible. ! Too many people and very poor greens.