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Joe Golfer
Placerville
2013-01-24
Member (cart not included), played on Wednesday, January 2013 at 10am
I had an opportunity to play Cold Springs CC this winter as a guest. I am considering membership at a local golf course and tried Cold Springs because it is close to my home. I was surprised to learn the club and course offer much that I like. Placerville is unique because often the weather is warmer during the winter and cooler in the summer. This was true this winter. Sacramento and valley locations were below freezing; however, placerville was above 40 degrees. The course condition was very good, likely as a result of the weather conditions above. Foothill golf courses are often more difficult and I found Cold Springs CC tuff. The greens were fast and had many breaks. Also, many holes had tuff elevation changes. As for cost. As a private club the cost was very reasonable. Right now it does not cost anything to join and the monthy fees are about $225 (walking) to $275 (with cart) for a family membership. Guests are about $50 (with cart).
Would travel: 30-60 Miles, Not Vacation Worthy
Bottom line: I would play again, Better than average course for the area, Ranks with the best in this price level, Bargain priced based on quality and competitive area pricing
Condition of Course, Difficulty, Price, No Houses on Course, Pace of Play, Staff
Member (cart not included), played on Wednesday, January 2013 at 10am
I had an opportunity to play Cold Springs CC this winter as a guest. I am considering membership at a local golf course and tried Cold Springs because it is close to my home. I was surprised to learn the club and course offer much that I like. Placerville is unique because often the weather is warmer during the winter and cooler in the summer. This was true this winter. Sacramento and valley locations were below freezing; however, placerville was above 40 degrees. The course condition was very good, likely as a result of the weather conditions above. Foothill golf courses are often more difficult and I found Cold Springs CC tuff. The greens were fast and had many breaks. Also, many holes had tuff elevation changes. As for cost. As a private club the cost was very reasonable. Right now it does not cost anything to join and the monthy fees are about $225 (walking) to $275 (with cart) for a family membership. Guests are about $50 (with cart).