Saddle Creek Golf Course is located in: Copperopolis, CA
Phone: 800.611.7722
Website: http://www.saddlecreek.com
Course History:
This is a fairly new course that is part of a resort and residential area. It first opened in 1996 and was designed by Carter Moorish. This is a beautiful course that made excellent use of the surrounding countryside and it quickly became a very popular spot with locals.
The resort offers several stay and play packages and people come from all over the world to experience this course. The level of play is just challenging enough without being too intimidating for the novice player. The course has been voted the 8th best in California by Golf Week Magazine and has also won numerous other accolades.
What You Need to Know:
This is a traditional course, so it is best to wear a traditional golf shirt and slacks. Denim is not permitted on the course. You can register your tee time by calling the number above. Since this is a resort course, it can be very busy during the high travel season, so it is best to book ahead in order to reserve your spot.
We found the amenities to be top notch and the grill was absolutely terrific. It's easy to relax in the sumptuous club house and the staff was very friendly. Overall, this was a very enjoyable trip and we highly recommend it to anyone. The fees are actually quite low given the quality of the course and the natural beauty of the surrounding area makes for a truly elegant time, even at budget prices.
Playing Hints:
Water hazards are the number one issue with this course. You'll be dealing with them on nearly every hole and they range from small little ponds to enormous lakes. You'll need to steer clear of these and work on your accuracy to ensure that your drives don't end up in the drink.
Our favorite hole was the 11th, where you'll be driving across the water. It's a short par three, but you will need to work to get a par. The green is well protected with sand traps and it is no easy task to get your ball to land exactly where you want it. We also enjoyed the 18th hole. Even though there are plenty of traps situated on the fairway, it was just the right size to allow you enough room to make up for any past holes that drove your score down. You should be able to birdie this hole without difficulty.
Fees:
November 1 2007 through March 31, 2008:
Green Fees
General Public
Monday - Friday $59*
Saturday - Sunday & Holidays $79*
Twilight, beginning 2 p.m. daily
Monday - Friday $40*
Saturday - Sunday & Holidays $60*
April 1 2008 through October 31, 2008:
Green Fees
General Public
Monday - Friday $69*
Saturday - Sunday & Holidays $99*
Twilight, beginning 2 p.m. daily
Monday - Friday $45*
Saturday - Sunday & Holidays $60*
*Carts and range balls included with green fees. Rates subject to change.
Related Posts- Plumas Pines Golf Course, Graeagle, CA Plumas Pines Golf Course is located in Graeagle, CA Phone: 530.836.1420 Website: http://www.plumaspinesgolf.com Course History: This is a terrific course on a resort that is still open to the public. If you're looking for a challenging round set in a beautiful location, this is the perfect course. Since it opened......
- CordeValle Golf Resort, San Martin, CA CordeValle is located in San Martin, CA Phone: 408.695.4500 Website: http://www.bouldercreekgolf.com/golf/proto/bouldercreekgolf/ Course History: This is one of the most prestigious courses in California that has received numerous accolades. They include: Condé Nast Traveler - #13 Golf Resort Worldwide Golf Digest - #2 Golf Resort in California, #11 Golf Resort......
- Understanding the Golf Swing By Manuel de la Torre Manuel de la Torre is a legend in golf and he also happens to be the son of a golfing legend. When you put this together in one book, you have an incredible resource that you will want to turn to again and again. Although the book tends to wander......
- Diablo Grande Ranch Course, Patterson, CA Diablo Grande Ranch Course is located in: Patterson, CA Phone: 209-892-4653 Website: http://www.diablogrande.com/golf/ranch.html Course History: This is a stunning course located in the midst of a winery and resort. There are two main courses here but for this review we're going to discuss their Ranch Course. This was designed to......
- Whistling Straits Golf Course, Haven, Wisconsin Whistling Straits Golf Course is located in Haven, Wisconsin Phone - (800) 344 2838 Website - http://www.destinationkohler.com/golf/ws/ws_index.html About the Course - The Whistling Straights Golf Course in Haven, Wisconsin was designed and built by Pete Dye in 1998, and opened the same year. This is one of two different golfing......
