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They don’t have a yardage booklet so trying to figure out what club, what aiming points, and hole strategies to develop was very difficult for a “first timer.” Fortunately, I got paired with two excellent players who patiently explained the hole-by-hole layouts. The course gets lots of play so don’t expect perfect tees and greens. Considering the above: 4/5 Stars. I truly enjoyed the challenges, the variety of the holes, and the hazards. A good score requires both a target golfer and a golfer who knows his/her distances of each club.

Fairways were marginal (3 stars) with weeds and some bare spots. Greens were true with a few lumps but still 4 star / 5 stars. Course is a varied and challenging layout. Enjoyed it very much. As military, this was the best value golf I have ever played in SD! Great day. People were friendly, pro shop well stocked and carts were in good shape. Well run course.

ASU has a new course and maintenance at the Karsten Course seems to be a bit neglected. Greens were In fair to poor condition due to ball marks. The fairways were OK but anything outside of that was in Poor to fair condition. Given this, I thought $75 late in the afternoon was a marginal value.

Front side is Nicholas design; long, not straight, bunkers and multiple pin placements. The back is completely different; shorter but less open, water, waste areas with landing area challenges. The course was in great shape although the greens had some infestation. The adjacent property is being developed so expect this great course will be more expensive in the coming years. Enjoy it. We certainly did.

We have been playing this course for four years. Course conditions have declined for the first three years. The new owners have funded the superintendent properly. Fertilizer, weed killer, sand has made a tremendous difference. Fairways are forgiving, Greens putt true, two boxes are level. Deals exist for people who want to play during prime time. A great getaway during the winter months . The staff is super accommodating. Only wish is to have a marshal who will try to keep the pace of play at 4 to 4 1/2 hrs..

Diverse, well-cared-for, course with terrain. Friendly staff make this course totally enjoyable. An important recreational facility in Bend.