Greenhorn Creek Resort

Up hill, down hill, short and long. Quite a variety of hole shapes and lengths. For mid August in good shape. Greens fast and many tipped in one direction. Only played it once, and would say more times playing the course would improve score a bit.

Pulled up, beautiful drive up appearance to the clubhouse. No greeting from Pro Shop staff. There were two, talking to each other. Walked up to counter still not welcomed. It was approximately 1015 am.

Proceeded to check in, went very smooth. The Staffer actually comped us a bucket of balls, thanks!

My girlfriend was browsing the merchandise. I decided to go to the bar. Dining room, Bar area looked welcoming. Until I met the bartender. He was an older gentleman, very sloppily dressed( it looked as if he wore his work shirt to bed). He was doing side work, squeezing oranges. I said good morning. He wasn’t too pleased that I was about give him business.

I said hello, barely audible he returned the salutation. I asked him what was good this morning, he opened his arms, “what you want”? Ok, no suggestions from Bartender, so I ordered a Bloody Mary. He had no enthusiasm, no gratitude, bodily gestures were, ok, I’ll make it. I inquired about the ingredients, no comment. He prepared it, I paid. Left him $5 tip for $10 beverage. Hoping that would improve his morning.

Came across several outside service staff, carts, etc. not one good morning, no hello, no welcoming, thanks for being here.

Course was in decent shape, tee boxes were not too defined, sand traps were not trimmed on cuts, previous ball marks were not growing in or a possible fungus. Greens rolled well, very fast, with a lot of roll out. Overall great looking course, just missing the details of beautiful property.

After 9 stopped in for a drink, we wanted a glass of Sauvignon Blanc, bartender proceeded to look for it. Could not find, settled on Chardonnay. The bar area was a little busy with the several tables of men discussing the play. Paid for wine, went to finish round. Passed by the Pro shop, starter was there head down counting or completing administration. Didn’t acknowledge or inquire how the round was going. Not friendly staff at all. Not happy that we ere there paying close to $100 per round.

Finished round, proceeded to the restaurant/bar for refreshments, arrived at approximately 345/4. Bartender was there. We wanted to get a something. Asked bartender, he raised his hands mumbled something. Stated that they just changed POS system, he declared I hate it. We finally ordered, he struggled finding the item on the pos.

Received our Seafood Louie. Umm no eggs, inquired why. He didn’t know it came with boiled eggs. The kitchen was working on preparing 1000 island, they were out. Bartender was getting off and was chatting with some fellas at bar. Not at all professional. He finally proceeded to move to a table to have conversation.

There was a bright spot, a new bartender came on and seemed to be a nice change. He went and got additional 1000 island. Being in the golfing industry, this struggle we deal with all the time. Without constant training, being on the floor, working with staff, seeing what our Guests see, smell and feel. It is not going to just happen.

This is not a staffing issue. This is a training issue, follow up issue, listen in on staff while management observes and corrects.

Thanks

The course is in good shape for the most part. The greens are fast. The bunkers as is the case at most courses suck. The one thing that will make me not go back there is The lack of yardage markers they're nowhere to be found I found two on the entire golf course this is just unacceptable learning come on no hundred 150 200 not a tree to mark 15 0 nothing no sprinkler heads marked nothing I don't understand what is so difficult anyways course was nice people were nice they just need some yardage markers

Played the combo tees. Challenging and rewarding! Greens were quick! Even saw some deer on the course.

I have planned to play Greenhorn ever since it opened 25 years ago. I finally got around to it. I played the combo tees and found the course to be very short, pretty easy, and somewhat quirky. There are at least three or four holes where local knowledge is important.

The course was in generally good condition though I have rarely seen bumpier fairways...not mounds. Bumps. The tees are pretty uneven as well.

It is a long drive from Sacramento and there is a much better course in Copperopolis, just a few miles from Greenhorn. I may play there again but time will tell.

Left my Bushnell range finder on cart called spoke to someone all they said is we will let you know if they find anything I called back multiple times and left messages no response

Well maintained and not too busy. Nice mix of terrain and holes. I have played here 3 times now while staying with friends on Lake Tulloch and I'd do it again!

Good course. Booking through GN saved a bunch of money. Rates through course are a little pricey. Challenging holes, some blind tee shots. Would be nice if there were more signs directing golfers what to expect/ distances. Beautiful course with a good balance of par 3’s. Also nice to see many friendly deer out.

Course in perfect condition. Fun, challenging layout. Very scenic. A must play in the area. No food service when I was there, not sure when it will be back

18 holes where no hole is like another. Most holes are challenging and the area is picturesque!