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4.8
Pace
4.6
Amenities
3.8
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About

Holes 9
Type Public
Par 35
Length 2711 yards
Slope 115
Rating 33.2

Editor's Note: Course closed for business in 2019.

If you are looking for Sonora golf deals, the choices in this small historical community are very limited. In fact, the Phoenix Lake Golf Course is this only full service public course in the area. This 9 holes course is short but is scenic and an provides an interesting challenge. The course is a 1 hour drive east of Stockton in Central California.

The course is a par 35 with a course rating of 33.2 and a slope of 115. The Phoenix Lake Golf Course architect is Bert Stamps who designed the course in 1968. The total yardage is 2,711 yards from the black tees. While the course is short by most standards, the course has its nuances. The fairways are very narrow and lined with majestic oak trees. Sullivan Creeks winds throughout the course and comes into play on several holes. The greens are kept at a reasonable speed. Most clubs in your bag will be used.

When you need Sonora tee times for a quick round of golf, Phoenix Lake Golf Course tee times are the only ones available in the area and the prices are very reasonable. Amenities include a putting green, driving range, fully stocked pro shop, cart rentals and a restaurant.

Players like the well maintained course and club house staff.

Course Details

Year Built 1968
Golf Season Year round
Architect Bert Stamps

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes
Pull-carts Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes

Food & Beverage

Snacks

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

Reviews

3.5
10 Reviews (10)
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Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
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First Time Playing
Average weather
Used cart

Golf Now Inaccurately Advertised as 18 holes

I bought the round marked as 18 holes and a cart. When i got there the golf course told me that it was only good for nine. The staff was nice but GolfNow needs to get their deals in order.

The tees and fairways were in extremely poor condition (drought) but the greens were fantastic. The course offers great sights and if you have a problem hitting fairways this course is not for you.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Too Rough for a Flat-Lander

The holes were interesting enough with a lot of ups and downs as well as gullies to shoot over with a lot of carry needed. Fairways, however, were really non existent ... VERY clumpy, weedy and rough! The greens were nice although a bit slow. It was an OK experience but probably will not play there again. It was just too rough and the slopes and carries tough for us "flat landers" from the valley.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

had time for nine

Have played here several times. Course in pretty good shape for drought conditions

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great fun

We had beautiful weather and very nice people in the office and on the course. The greens were like carpet and the views were gorgeous. We'd love to go back.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Mostly Fun

We were overrun by rude golfers during the first half of our round as most of the people around us did not follow proper golf etiquette. The course distance is poorly marked and the score card distance did not match actual distance. We were not told about a temporary green on #3 (I had played this course before and overhit the green on my drive thinking that the green was in the original location).

This is a fairly easy course and scores were low. The weather was great and my own personal company even better.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

An enjoyable and quick course.

I play this course quit a bit. I enjoy the course and they do a pretty good job of maintaining it. A few of the greens have a few dead spots but they seem to be trying to get the greens back into good condition. The staff is friendly.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

This is a very challenging course

For a nine hole golf course, it is in very good shape. You need to be on your game to keep your ball in the fareways and the putting greens are in good shape and the ball sticks well. good luck and have fun!

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

fine course

the course is in great shape and play was fast even with a foursome in front of us

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser

Good for beginners

Fast greens. 9 hole course. Good for beginners. Fairways could use some attention.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser

Nice, small course - good for walking.

This course has greatly improved over the last few years. Cart paths have been paved, fences put in, the greens are really nice. But it is a 9 hole course, so you are basically playing the same holes twice if you want to play 18. For just 9, it is a great, fun little course.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
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