Saddle Creek Resort – a gated, 900-acre Castle & Cooke community in the scenic California Foothills – has been named California’s No. 8 course in Golfweek’s 10th annual, state-by-state ranking of “America’s Best Courses.”
This distinction marks the second consecutive year that Saddle Creek has ranked among the Top 10 courses in the state. Solidifying its position among the elite layouts in America is Saddle Creek’s move past the famed South Course at Torrey Pines, site of the 2008 U.S. Open Championship.
The survey, which included nearly 800 California courses, examined overall strength of routing, feature shaping, natural setting, greens, variety and memorability of holes, conditioning and maintenance, landscape management and other criteria. Golfweek, which has a readership of more than 400,000, perennially sends roughly 300 “America’s Best” raters in search of notable places the public can play.
“Saddle Creek has gained a well-deserved reputation among golfers throughout the region for its immaculate conditions, thought-provoking layout and pristine location,” says Al Martell, Vice President of Golf Properties for Castle & Cooke. “Its position on this prestigious list, ahead of a future U.S. Open venue, is a very exciting honor.”

For more information about the Resort and community, or to book tee times, visit www.saddlecreek.com or call 888.852.5787.

About Saddle Creek
Designed by Carter Moorish and Tad Buchanan, the eight-year-old course is framed by the Sierra Mountains and challenges players of all levels with five sets of tees, more than 100 crystal white sand bunkers and handful of shimmering lakes. To create an atmosphere of tranquility and isolation, Morrish and Buchanan devised a routing in which no two holes run parallel to each other. Saddle Creek’s thoughtful design and sublime conditioning have led to numerous national accolades, such as being rated No. 39 on Golfweek’s list of “America’s Best Residential Golf Courses,” and one of the top four semi-private courses in Northern California by Golf Today.
Not to be overlooked, Saddle Creek’s diverse and award-winning real estate blends resort and residential atmospheres. Residential opportunities from the low $400s to more than $1 million, picturesque homes serve as countryside retreats. Boasting views of lakes and forested hills, they serve as the ideal escape from the Bay Area, which is roughly two hours away.
Residents and guests of Saddle Creek can also enjoy the beauty of nature thanks to miles of hiking trails perfect for skiing, snowmobiling and mountain biking, an equestrian center and the nearby Lake Tulloch. Also of interest are the sports club, featuring a 3,000-square-foot workout facility, yoga and aerobic classes, a large pool, kids’ wading pool and a Jacuzzi spa. The Saddle Creek Lodge features a fully-stocked bar, stunning vistas and the food of Executive Chef Richard Whipple at the acclaimed Copper Grille.
Currently in development, the town of Copper will bring an exciting new dimension to Calaveras County with its traditional town square, specialty shops, boutiques art galleries and restaurants.
Saddle Creek Resort, as well as Coyote Creek Golf Club outside of San Jose, is owned and operated by Castle & Cooke, Inc. that, along with its affiliated companies, has operations in over 24 states. The company’s diversified businesses include the development and ownership of real estate, leasing of transportation equipment, manufacture of brick and ownership of public warehouses. The company’s real estate developments include master planned communities such as Mililani Town on the island of Oahu, Hawaii, Lake Sherwood in Thousand Oaks, California, and Seven Oaks in Bakersfield, California. The company also owns two of the world’s highest-rated resorts on the 98% owned island of Lana’i in Hawaii.

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