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Ralph C
Vallejo
2012-09-21
Member (cart not included), played on Thursday, September 2012 at 8am
First, I'm an annual member here so there could be a slight bias in my review, but I enjoy Blue Rock Springs both East and West courses. The views on the East course are great as you move to the higher elevation of the course. Right now the fairways are a little wet in spots and a little bare in others where they are working on repairing some issues due to water run off. The greens are in good shape and challenging, but a little soft for summer-time weather. The course layout is about 2/3rds solid and then there is that 1/3rd where it is just an up and back set of par 4's that are less than inspiring but where the wind and elevation provides the challenge. The staff are always friendly and the food at the cafe' is much better than the food at the other public courses in the area.
Blue Rock Springs will test your game no matter what level player you are. As far as a vacation worthy spot, I would say if you're in town to visit family, or being entertained at Six Flags and are looking for a round of golf then Blue Rock Springs is worthy.
Would travel: 10-20 Miles, Vacation Worthy
Bottom line: I would play again, Better than average course for the area, Fair priced based on quality and competitive area pricing
Condition of Course, Ambiance, No Houses on Course, Staff
Member (cart not included), played on Thursday, September 2012 at 8am
First, I'm an annual member here so there could be a slight bias in my review, but I enjoy Blue Rock Springs both East and West courses. The views on the East course are great as you move to the higher elevation of the course. Right now the fairways are a little wet in spots and a little bare in others where they are working on repairing some issues due to water run off. The greens are in good shape and challenging, but a little soft for summer-time weather. The course layout is about 2/3rds solid and then there is that 1/3rd where it is just an up and back set of par 4's that are less than inspiring but where the wind and elevation provides the challenge. The staff are always friendly and the food at the cafe' is much better than the food at the other public courses in the area. Blue Rock Springs will test your game no matter what level player you are. As far as a vacation worthy spot, I would say if you're in town to visit family, or being entertained at Six Flags and are looking for a round of golf then Blue Rock Springs is worthy.