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4.2
680 Reviews (680)
5 Stars
293
4 Stars
292
3 Stars
68
2 Stars
13
1 Stars
14
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.3
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.0
92.3%
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629 out of 680 reviews
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4.2
45 Reviews (45)
5 Stars
20
4 Stars
18
3 Stars
6
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.9
Value
4.5
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.7
93.3%
Recommend this course
42 out of 45 reviews
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4.3
108 Reviews (108)
5 Stars
47
4 Stars
45
3 Stars
14
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.3
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.6
94.4%
Recommend this course
102 out of 108 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 71
Length 6739 yards
Slope 128
Rating 72.3
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Castle Oaks Golf Course
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Course Details

Year Built 1994
Golf Season Year round
Architect Brad Benz (1994) Ross Forbes (1994)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes
Pull-carts Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

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

Food & Beverage

Bar, Snacks, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

Accolades

  • Golf Advisor: Top Courses in California (2015 #16)

Reviews

4.2
680 Reviews (680)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 17
Brunch 7
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 26
Bunkers 25
Forced Carries 19
This course/club is great for:
Locals 25
Advanced Golfers 20
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 15
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 34
In the 'Burbs 6

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Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Castle Oaks

Great afternoon playing 18. Not a crowed day so pace was perfect. Will keep playing this course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 11/08/2023

Thanks so much for your wonderful review, bdenise50. We are thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed your time with us. Please visit again soon. Thanks for choosing Castle Oaks Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 10/23/2023

Hello davidrosegolf. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave an excellent rating! We really appreciate your business. Please let us know what we can do for you in the future to earn that last star and thanks for choosing Castle Oaks Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
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Commented on 10/23/2023

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Castle Oaks Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

First time play

Heard of this course long time ago but finally get a chance to try it. Staffs were very friendly and It was nice able to tee up with another gentleman who is a regular player at Castle Oak. Overall the course condition was good but greens are a bit bumpy and have lots of divots spots. I did my part to repair as much as I can see because I believe if you take care of the course, the course will take care of your game. I will definitely be back in the near future to play again since now I knew the layout of this course!

Conditions Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
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Commented on 10/23/2023

Thanks so much for the great review, 0WMXP85HW9hXizQ07w71. We look forward to welcoming you back to our course soon. Thanks for choosing Castle Oaks Golf Club.

Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 10/17/2023

Hi, jgunther. We would love to hear more about your positive experience on our course. Please contact us to share with us your favorite part of your experience. Thanks for golfing at Castle Oaks Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 23
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

What Wind?

Yes it was a windy day for golf but better than doing yard work! I was striking the ball well this day but my putter let me down. Maybe it was the greens were a little bumpy? No excuses darned! Always a joy but a challenging course especially on a windy day as a senior having to swing a bit faster?

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 10/23/2023

Thank you so much for the great review. We are glad you had an incredible time, and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks for choosing Castle Oaks Golf Club.

Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Don't Go to Castle Oaks

For the third time in the last few months, I had to play behind five somes. This time was even worse. We were put out as a twosome, 20 minutes early behind club cronies playing a skins game. We were behind two 5 somes and two foursomes so nowhere to go.
I complained as I had before and said if you don't want outsiders playing here don't offer tee times. I will not be back. Too bad because it is a fun drive and tricky course. Too bad they don't care about the general public and kowtow to the local cliques.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 10/10/2023

Hello, u000003484167. Thank you for reviewing the course. We would like to apologize for your recent experience.

We're sorry to hear you were less than satisfied during your round. We pride ourselves on our providing great service and the high-quality standards we maintain.

We would like to make things right. Please reach out to our management team at the pro shop.

We hope to hear from you soon.

Played On
Reviews 29
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Used cart

Course Needs Maintenance

course conditions were sloppy at best, all around course was needing a lot of TLC

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 10/03/2023

Hello Kyle7985175, thank you for taking the time to review us. We're sorry to hear the course may not have been in the best shape on the day of your round. We appreciate your feedback as we work to make any necessary improvements. Thank you for choosing to golf with us, and we look forward to seeing you again soon at Castle Oaks Golf Club.

Played On
Reviews 7
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course conditions

Such a nice layout and location. Course in just average conditions. Could be so much more.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Amenities Average
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Commented on 10/03/2023

We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us, u000004097923. We are going to pass on your feedback to the team. Thanks for visiting Castle Oaks Golf Club, and we hope to see you again in the future.

Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

This one’s a winner

Castle oaks G C is great because of it’s layout, the upkeep of public area but mostly due to participating with GolfNow website making it much more affordable for us senior citizens.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Commented on 09/20/2023

Hello, u314160790620. Thank you for visiting us at Castle Oaks Golf Club. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Beautiful course

Course is in great condition considering it’s the end of summer. Greens have some funky spots but overall good & Lightning fast. Staff is always courteous & helpful. Food & drinks in the clubhouse is delicious!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 09/18/2023

Thanks so much for the great review, ambenitez75. We look forward to welcoming you back to our course soon. Thanks for choosing Castle Oaks Golf Club.

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

This course is challenging and has some of the best greens that I’ve seen in this area

Y’all better keep it on the fairway or you’re going to get lost play smart at this course to keep your score low and always go with the safer shot

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 09/18/2023

Hello, ctwilson87. Thanks so much for your review. We're so glad you enjoyed your round at Castle Oaks Golf Club. That's what we like to hear! We hope to see you again soon!

Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Commented on 09/18/2023

Hello StevieDVD. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave an excellent rating! We really appreciate your business. Please let us know what we can do for you in the future to earn that last star and thanks for choosing Castle Oaks Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 172
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 50 Contributor
Previously Played

Rude pro shop staff.

Following the skins game was a horrible experience I have had ever. 2 fivesome groups dragged the pace and the marshals could care less. The pro shop staff was quite bossy and even rude. He seemed to be annoyed by Golf Now customers.
The greens were fast some holes and then slowed at others. Some damaged greens were not repaired. Water ponds and lakes stinky, spreading strong orders. Ducks roaming around freely on the fairways and even on some greens. There was no evidence of taking care of the greens, cart paths and fairways. No maintenance crews anywhere to be seen. Such a beautiful weather and the course were spoiled so badly on one day. Too bad!!!

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 09/12/2023

Hi, DrDavid2! Thank you so much for leaving us with your feedback. We value our customer experience, so your review is important to us. Please know the current conditions are by no means the standard we strive to achieve. We will continue to work towards a 5-star experience and we hope to see you back!

Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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Commented on 09/12/2023

Thank you for reviewing us, SlidingNGlidin. We see you rated the course 3-stars and are interested in learning what we can do to improve before your next round. Feel free to comment on this review or reach out to the team in the golf shop. We always appreciate the feedback. Thank you for playing Castle Oaks Golf Club, and we hope to see you again soon.

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

I wish I could say that it was bad. I can’t

One of my favorite courses. Love the layout and always well maintained. I wanted to give a bad review so it would discourage more golfers from playing it. But I can’t. Challenging but fair and a lot of interesting holes. Can’t wait to play there again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 09/08/2023

Thank you for taking the time to review us, Tkoehler. Your feedback is valuable, and we look forward to delivering you excellent service again soon. Castle Oaks Golf Club thanks you!

Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

COaks/ correction

I recently filled out a review of this course thinking I was reviewing LaContenta not Castle Oaks. My apology. Castle Iaks is a great course and the staf are great. I play the course often.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 09/08/2023

Thank you so much for the great review. We are glad you had an incredible time, and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks for choosing Castle Oaks Golf Club.

Played On
Reviews 17
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 09/08/2023

Hi, Joedoucakis. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your time at Castle Oaks Golf Club. We look forward to seeing you on the course soon for another 5-star experience!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Commented on 09/08/2023

Hi, JTAlioto. We would love to hear more about your positive experience on our course. Please contact us to share with us your favorite part of your experience. Thanks for golfing at Castle Oaks Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Pairing

I was sent with a group of High School kids who were not following proper golf etiquette and hitting multiple balls. I was a single and usually enjoy meeting new people but this group was not a joy to golf with.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 09/08/2023

Thanks so much for the review, u949477897. We look forward to welcoming you back to our course soon. Thanks for choosing Castle Oaks Golf Club.

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