Goat Hill Park Golf Course

Golf Course Review Goat Hill Park Golf Course Oceanside California

Reviewed by: weber, coto de caza

Decided to venture back to Goat Hill because I always have success in getting out first here, and thinking that because it is near the coast, it would be somewhat cooler. I was half right. I was able to get out first, about 15-20 minutes before the first tee time, but even taking a cart. (Which I rarely do) it was still hot & humid) Needless to say being first out, there was no issue with pace of play, although I did have to play through a threesome which started on #10.

Since I was out before the mowers, did not have even one cut green. Despite this, they rolled very well and held shots nicely, and I’m sure once they have been cut, they would be fine, but for me, they were really slow. Fairways are in the best condition I’ve seen them, lots of new sod, but even the older turf is green and fairly lush. Some of the rough near the aprons were US Open thick, but most of the rough was very playable.

The Goat is certainly in the best condition I have ever seen it. If you have not been here for a while, it’s time to return. I think you’ll be impressed by the improvement. But be warned, this little 4400 yard course will take it’s toll on you and provide a stern fun challenge.

Goat Hill Park Golf Course

Golf Course Review Goat Hill Park Golf Course Oceanside California

Reviewed by: AndrewZ28, Vista, CA
Played in a tournament at Goat Hill on Sunday, June 30th.

There are always improvements going on at the Goat and right now it’s definitely some major work. There has been a ton of new sod laid in fairways and some tees that had become pretty chewed up and un-even (happens on these shorter courses and Par 3s). It’s pretty cool to see right now but for the next 2-3 weeks you just take a free drop from all construction areas.

As for the rest of the course its in really solid shape. The greens are running really smoothly, however they still seems a little on the slower side than I’m used to. In the morning especially when the moisture is still in the grass it takes a little to get it to the hole. On the flip side, it does help with the difficult greens.

Final Thoughts

I think the new improvements are going to make the course much more playable and enjoyable. If you’ve played the Goat you know that sometimes you hit pretty decent shots or have some small misses but the ball would bounce and roll into some tough spots. Now, with new grass, that will be minimized. Good for everyone!

With the greens in good shape and the rest of the fairways, tees and rough in good shape (while waiting on the new sod to take) the course is still a fun test.