ScottEhret

I played a few days after aeration so the greens were bumpy, but the staff warned me in advance and this has to happen a couple of times every year. Beyond that, I found the course (9-holes, par 30) in surprisingly good shape. It was easy to the course is well maintained. Best "bang for the buck" I've found in years.

Hillcrest is at least two steps above most courses in the Sun City / Sun City West "retirement" areas. Less than impressive on first look -- the clubhouse and putting green area appear "spartan" at best -- the course played quite well. Tee boxes are fine, fairways more than acceptable, rough areas reasonable (spent my share of time there), but the greens rolled exceptionally well. I plan to try Hillcrest again during the core of spring training time to see if warmer weather helps the fairways without doubling the price.

Nice course very well maintained. Typically a bit overpriced during the year, but the rate on GolfNow ($50 / player on Sunday) was a good value in mid March. We experienced no waiting and played 18 holes in 4:10 - lost a few balls and searched a reasonable amount for each or we'd have finished in about 3:50.