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Ione, CA

Lake Amador - South

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3.675(based on 9 reviews)
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mashnut
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Experience: 22.2 years 831 played 777 reviews
3.00 star(s)

Nice elevation 2+ years drive by

Reviewed: Played on:Jul 2, 2013 Played the course:once

Pros:

The course plays in the hilly area around the campsites. Many of the holes have nice elevation changes, including a few with steep tough uphills and a couple fun downhill shots. A handful of holes have some rollaway potential around the pin to add interest to the short game.

Several of the holes offer some level of technical shots, with enough trees to define a line you have to hit. Some of the holes have multiple pin placements to add a little extra variety. There are a couple longer holes to stretch out your arm a little. The tees are great, and the signs are adequate. Navigation is pretty easy.

Cons:

The course gets pretty repetitive. There are too many wide open shots with no trouble off the tee or around the green, and several of these play along or over a road. The wooded holes don't offer enough punishment to really hurt you on errant drives, and most of the tighter holes just make you throw a straight putter or mid shot. All the length seems to be on the more open holes.

There are a ton of potential safety issues. Many of the holes play over, through or next to picnic and camping areas. On a busy weekend that could cause some conflicts. The road seems lightly used, but it comes into play on several holes as well.

Other Thoughts:

Beginners will find the elevation changes a bit daunting, but otherwise it's reasonably approachable without a ton of length or punishment. More experienced players will enjoy the chances to throw up and down the hills, but won't find it too much of a challenge.
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