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3.9
470 Reviews (470)
5 Stars
124
4 Stars
197
3 Stars
87
2 Stars
38
1 Stars
24
Conditions
3.5
Value
4.4
Layout
4.0
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.8
82.4%
Recommend this course
397 out of 470 reviews
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4.4
10 Reviews (10)
5 Stars
6
4 Stars
2
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.7
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.8
100.0%
Recommend this course
10 out of 10 reviews
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3.9
34 Reviews (34)
5 Stars
12
4 Stars
11
3 Stars
8
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.5
Value
4.4
Layout
4.2
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.7
82.4%
Recommend this course
28 out of 34 reviews
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Course Highlights
This walkable par-3 course offers well-maintained greens, a relaxed atmosphere, and consistently friendly staff who make check-in effortless. Affordable pricing and a quick round time make it an excellent value for beginners and seasoned players alike.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 54
Length 2143 yards
Slope 69
Rating 50.4

Located just south of the airport, Van Nuys Golf Course has a unique location that provides an air show with anything from WWII Warbirds to F16 Falcons. It can be loud occasionally, but it's also one of the most affordable rounds in the area. There are two golf courses available, an 18-hole par-3 course and a nine-hole executive course. Neither of the courses are terribly formidable, but it's a great spot for getting in some practice. It's ideal for beginners but golf enthusiasts of any skill level will appreciate that the facility stays open late and both golf courses and the driving range are equipped with lights. The Van Nuys par-3 course offers good short game practice. There are a few bunkers and some strategically placed palm trees, but it's a very user-friendly golf course overall. It's even gentle enough for juniors.

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Course Details

Year Built 1965
Golf Season Year round
Architect Joe Novak

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf Simulator Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Indoor Practice Yes
Putting Green Yes
Practice Hole Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed Yes
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Proper golf attire.

Food & Beverage

Food & Beverage
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Reviews

3.9
470 Reviews (470)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 7
This course/club is great for:
Beginners 16
9-Hole Rounds 15
Walkers 13
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 12
Near the Airport 9

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Reviews 2
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Walked

Meh

Course was extremely backlogged and tee times don't really exist, even if you book one. It's first come first served, which wasn't great.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Difficulty Extremely Easy
Played On
Reviews 45
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 44
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked

Great little course for practicing your short game

Great little course for practicing your short game. Greens are well-kept and challenging. Fairways are somewhat rugged but this just helps you polish for chipping on a larger course. Staff are friendly, efficient and helpful.

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 125
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played

I had a group of 9 people in front of me and they don’t let you pass!

I like the course, but they should not allow 9 people in a group. They should at least make you pass!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 45
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 125
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played

Great local course for your practice on your par 3 game!

We had a good time playing here again as always! The greens are pretty nice on this course, which is nice! There is always groups that takes way too long! They should know or the staff should let them know that they could pass through players if they are on their back for several holes! Also, some people just need to learn behaviors on the course. Throwing beer cans and garbage on the field…come on!! I also see that people just not repairing the greens if they hit it, that should be of everyone’s interest!

I will be back in full force though!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 45
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Reasonably priced for beginner golfers.

This course remains in good condition over the years. It’s a nice little course for beginners. Green fees are super affordable when you book through GolfNow. I don’t mind playing here when I go out with my son and nephew who are relative beginners.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 125
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked

Nice 3 par course with nice greens!

Absolutely a great course for your 3 par training! The greens are nice and prepped!

I have been here for the past few years and I still like going here :-)

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Never play this course

It’s the worst place.

Better to play in your backyard.

Place is a dump.

Not worth paying even a dollar.

Will not play even it’s free.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 125
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked

Great 18 hole 3 par in the neighborhood!

Great course for beginners and who wants to work on their par 3 shots. Holes are from 90 to 135yards.

I will be back again for sure!

Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
1.0
First Time Playing

Horrible!

First of all the tees are mats. They are worn down old mats. The fairways are mostly dirt. The one plus is the the greens are great! You just go through horrible conditions to her there. Total junk show!

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Friendliness Fair
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 125
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played

I love this neighborhood course

I will definitely recommend this course to everyone which will give you 3 par 4’s so you can practice your driver too! The greens are in great shape. Very easy Lay-out and the course is open and fairly easy, but would say it’s good for everyone!

It’s a great deal! The staff is the best and really enjoy coming back time after time!

If you are up for a 18 hole 3 par, they have that too at the same location and I like both of the Course's!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Par 3

Had a great fun and easy day. Pace of play was good, a first come first serve approach to tee times regards of using online book like GolfNow.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Walked
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked

Golf

It’s a great little course that’s kept up pretty well.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Van nuys good for beginners.

Friendly wide open par 3s. Good place to learn. Grass is spotty around the greens but it’s not too too bad. No real tee boxes and the mats are 100 years old. Need replacing ASAP. Some of the cups could do with replacing as well. They won’t even hold the flag straight. Quick little short game round was fun. Greens very decent considering.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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