Cypress Lakes Golf Course

A lot of people think this is still a private military course. It is open to the public with lower rates given to active duty, retired and all vets. It could be a jewel with just a little more care. They do a great maintenence job with a very limited staff. It needs a manicure, especially off the fairways. Doesn't drain very well after a storm, can be difficult in the wind (if it's windy anywhere in the delta, it will be blowing hard here. Play early before it really blows). The greens are large and run true with a bit of speed (probably around 10). If you're betting your buddy, look out for the last three holes. Kinda of like Amen Corner.

At first appearance course looks like it will be easy, but the holes are long with some doglegs and water on a few holes. Unless you are a long hitter (250 yards+) it will be very hard to score low on this course. Greens have subtle slopes that require careful reading to make correct putts. Very walkable course as it is out in the valley so not a lot of elevation to work with. Pace of play was good.=

A lot of good buys in pro shop even if it is small. Great Starter and staff. Large Greens makes for approach shots to be on target. Good snack bar and lots of TV"s to watch and have a cold drink and snack after golf.

This is the first course I ever played on when I was nine as my dad had access.

I was a bit worried the golfnow deal was only for retired/active-duty military/dod personnel but was pleasantly surprised it counted as an 'invitation'.

It's been over 20 years since I last played at Cypress Lakes and man, was I impressed. I did get my butt-kicked but had a great time out there with my pops on the day after Thanksgiving.

The greens were firm, fast, and consistent throughout 18.

Nice condition, layout, & staff. Grass driving range beats hitting off mats. Gets a bit windy at times

A major feature of this course is the prevailing wind. The weather report sait 10 miles, but I think it was closer to 20. Be prepared

Course looks wide open, but it actually requires accurate driving of the golf ball. No parallel fairways, so if you miss, you are penalized. 4 90 degree dog leg holes. If you miss the target line, good chance of running through the fairway into trouble. Greens don't have a lot of break, but tend to be quick.

Cypress Lakes is a great value for the money. It is a well maintained course that makes you shoot good shots in order to paly a competitive round. Good staff and reasonable pace.

The course is somewhat long and has difficult rough so you have to be accurate. The greens were receptive and rolled well.

greens where not smooth, they looked spotted with growth. fairways brown hard, rough un kept

The course is in very good condition. greens have good speed and they are harder than they look at times.On this day my son and I picked a bad cart that gave us trouble and we had to push and drive it back to club house. t
That aside, I would go back and play the course any time