That fact that some a** gave this place a poor review because he was an idiot, is actually insulting to this process. I thought I would jump on the review train and let everyone know that this place, despite being a 9-hole course, is one of the most well kept, friendly and welcoming course in the area. Every single thing that people have complimented is absolutely a FACT. But what isn't being said is what this place is doing for the game of golf and the golfing community. I have played golf (not very well) for 40 years. I had taken about a 13-year break and lost interest until Father's Day last year. My son-in-law, who had never swung a club, wanted to go try out a range. We dug my clubs out of the shed, cleaned them up and headed to Skylinks. I had never been, and just remembered how drab the place looked a few years ago. We showed up, walked into the club house, got a bucket of beers, a bucket of balls and headed out. I was blown away by how friendly and customer-oriented the staff was. We both had a great time, hitting the sticks, drinking some beers. The next day, the son in law bought a set of clubs and later that week, we brought our wives with us and they thought the atmosphere was great. That weekend, we played a round at Skylinks. No pressure. So much fun. Since then, we have both taken to golf. We have played multiple times after work. Played a host of courses in the area. We played in a charity tournament. We have even played in Hawaii and Mexico. Thanks to Skylinks, I am officially a golfer. And, I couldn't be happier. read more

I was in the area killing time and decided to give Skylinks a try today to hit a few balls at the range, so I'm not commenting on the 9 hole course. Skylinks was an interesting place. I wish they had one similar where I live in the North Bay. One thing I noticed was all the parents bring their kids to hit some give golf a go. This place seems very kid friendly, especially when the bouncy houses are open. There are an abundant amount of bays at the range, so there is room for everyone. I like the self dispensing machine. Just tap your card, select your bucket size and whack away. I also liked the bucket w/ extra plastic tees...just in case your bay is missing the tee. Music was a nice touch as well. My only gripe...the range was too busy with signs, flags, 1000's of balls all over the grass. It was a bit of a distraction in trying to find the flight of my ball at times. Very small issue. I didn't go into the "clubhouse" so I have no idea what that was about. The food truck wasn't open. This place still rocked though. Odds are I won't be back, but I will remember this place fondly and wonder why I haven't seen another like it anywhere else...especially in the Santa Rosa area. read more

TL:DR - Great place to learn Ambiance - family friendly, place for the kiddos, and even the doggies. Super popular based on the parking lot alone Service - friendly, efficient Facility - great practice range, some spots in the shade. love coming here read more

Newer to golf and this range has been awesome so far. The family friendly vibe, decorated stalls and helpful employees are some of the highlights. Love how half the stalls are covered in shade. Get 200 balls for $20, solid deal. I often go with a buddy and split it or gift some when I'm done. Haven't brought my kids yet but they have fun events and places for them to play which is nice. Will be playing my first round ever pretty soon, hope I don't embarrass myself! Haha read more

Skylinks at Buchanan Fields Golf Course - Golf Near Me - Concord, California

I've been coming here since I was little girl with my dad, I'm an 80's baby if that lets you know how long it's been. Since the new owner has taken over this place has been the busiest I've ever seen it! The course is better than ever and the driving range has been my go to at least once a week if not more! Can't say enough good things about what they've done to transform this place but so glad they did, from a Tuesday afternoon to a Friday late night I've enjoyed every second there! read more

Skylinks at Buchanan Fields Golf Course - Golf Near Me - Concord, California

I highly recommend this driving range. I haven't tried the golf course, but I go to the driving range, all the time. I went with zero experience and no golf clubs and I was even able to borrow one of those from the shop.. I go with my kids. Sometimes I even go by myself and it is just an amazing way to have a great time and not spend that much money.. but also, if you do feel like spending a little bit, they've got drinks and food and wonderful things for the kids. Five star experience all the way around.. read more

Skylinks at Buchanan Fields Golf Course - Me at Skylinks - Golf Near Me - Concord, California

This place is GREAT! My son and I enjoy hitting golf balls at the range. Environment is dope! The murals in the range bays are nice, my son always heads towards the Pokémon themed ones. Great place to get some swing time. read more

Skylinks at Buchanan Fields Golf Course - Range Bay - Golf Near Me - Concord, California

This was going to start at a bad review. I booked online this am or so I thought. It said payment error for my time I tried to set. I tried again and it said that time is not available. I've had payment errors with Ticketmaster where it actually went though so I I checked my account and I was charged for the round. I followed up with a call and the young man said I was not booked and I needed to call now to resolve the error. Frustrated I said this is how bad yelp reviews start. He asked me to hold to see what he could do. A young lady, I assume the manager at the time came on and apologized for the issue as it has happened previously. She couldn't get me in at 11:50 but rather 12:40. I was still annoyed and I'll admit I was likely already in a bad mood for no reason. But I drove down there thinking I was going to take this mood out to golf. Great. There was a line as I entered and I stood for a moment or two. Before a young lady noticed the line and called me over to an open register. I told her my name and of course she was the manager I talked to. I was already disarmed as her recognition of a waiting customer and her stopping what she was doing to help a customer screamed great customer service. She apologized profusely. She gave me a couple gift cards for rounds, which was above and beyond necessary, I was done being mad the moment she apologized for the inconvenience. To top of off she comped me a bucket of balls. I told her I was sorry for being as frustrated as I was, admitting I likely woke up on the wrong side of the bed I have golfed this course a lot since the new management. It is a great place to hang and a great little course to practice or just hit the ball. Today I hit the ball really well. I thought there was no chance I could have a great round being ticked off but I was happy as could be from 1 to 9 I couldn't find the manager after the round. But I figured if I had threatened a bad review at the onset of my frustrations, a sterling 5 star review was in order for making things right and changing my mindset, read more

Love this place. I remember Buchanan from 25 years ago, this is not the same place. They have done an amazing job of revamping everything, the course is well taken care of, the staff is great, there are 75 bays at the range, nice putting and chipping areas, and my favorite part is the family atmosphere. So many kids running around being introduced to the game. I try to come here at least 1 time per week. I love that I can go after work and still get a full 9 holes in. Good job, keep up the great work! read more

I'll be honest, I'm not into golf at all, but I came here for a coworkers event and had a blast. Incredible owners, super good vibes, and lots of stuff to do even if you aren't a fan of the sport (and honestly I got into it after a while). Just a really great, family friendly place to hang out. Highly highly reccomend!! read more

Skylinks at Buchanan Fields Golf Course - Sweetest mascot in the whole world - Golf Near Me - Concord, California

If you're expecting a super uptight, quiet, traditional golf environment--this might not be your place. But if you want something welcoming, laid-back, and fun, Skylinks is honestly great. The vibe here is the complete opposite of stuffy. Everyone is friendly and inclusive, and they even have a posted rule that says something along the lines of: bad golfers allowed, bad attitudes not. That pretty much sums it up. They have around 50 driving range bays, and one of the coolest things is that ppl volunteer to paint them--I actually am painting one myself (if you ever see a unfinished Pokemon bay... that's me ). There are plenty of places to sit and relax too, which makes it great if you're sharing a bay with friends or just hanging out. It's also dog-friendly, which is a huge plus--we bring our dogs sometimes and it's always a good time. They have food on-site, and the space is extremely family- and kid-friendly. On weekends, they even have free inflatables for kids, which is such a nice touch. In the summer, they host Live Music Fridays, and overall it really feels like a community hangout rather than just a golf course. They also have a 9-hole course that's very affordable and beginner-friendly. It's not the most scenic course, but it's accessible and great for newer players. The only downside for me is that tee times are spaced pretty close together (about 10 minutes apart), which can sometimes feel a little rushed--especially on busy days. I play ready golf and try to keep things moving, but there can be a bit of pressure when it's crowded. That said, memberships here are surprisingly affordable, which makes it an easy place to come back to regularly. Overall, Skylinks is fun, casual, inclusive, and approachable. It's not traditional golf--but that's exactly why I love it. read more

Skylinks at Buchanan Fields Golf Course - Golf Near Me - Concord, California

We absolutely love this place! although a far drive from where we live we always rave about this place to all our friends. Great athmosphere, customer service superb & just really great vibes. We love that its family friendly & we always go back for that. read more

Skylinks at Buchanan Fields Golf Course - Golf Near Me - Concord, California

Impressive turnaround the new ownership has delivered across their entire facility- driving range, golf course, bouncy castles for kids, etc... Plus the staff is so friendly. read more

We been here 2x and 1 of them we threw a party. We had our daughter's bday party and all kids and parents loved it. Good vibes. Everyone had fun. Staff were so kind and helpful prepping party and after the party. We are booking for future events. read more

As a joint-buyer of this establishment's first party bucket, cannot recommend this place enough. Good golf course and driving range. read more

Skylinks at Buchanan Fields Golf Course - Golf Near Me - Concord, California

One of our families favorite thing to do on the weekend is hit up Skylinks! Perfect for all ages! Course is 10/10, vibes are and staff is amazing! read more

My family and I LOVE going to SkyLinks. My 5 year old is constantly asking to go not only for the fun family experience but just to hit some balls as well. The staff is absolutely amazing and we are so thankful to finally have a spot nearby where we can all have fun and feel safe. WONDERFUL place for all! read more

My family and I have gone twice so far, exclusively for the family friendly areas with the bounce houses. We also enjoyed the food truck and the cold drinks in the shop. The first time we went was great. The dragon bounce house was inflated and the size of the thing offset the amount of kids that were there. It didn't feel out of control, and it was a little more peaceful. Today, the dragon bounce house was deflated, because the bigger kids there were just destroying it. Not with malicious intent I'm sure, but these bounce houses are really not made for teenagers. Since the dragon bounce house was down, the big kids moved on to the remaining two bounce houses that are not even comparable in size to the dragon one. The big kids dominated the bounce houses, which made the smaller kids nervous. It was unsafe for the littles. Parents of the bigger kids were completely checked out and paying no mind to their out of control kids that were knocking over the smaller bounce houses. Additionally, you had big kids climbing on top of the roofs of the small play houses, which I was hoping my 11 month old could play in. No way would it have been safe with the much older boys literally jumping from the top of one roof to another. This place is so incredible, and highlights more of what we need in the area. We definitely need the dragon bounce house repaired, and absolutely need better safety measures to keep the smaller kids safe amongst the bigger ones. Parents need to be better about watching their kids, and perhaps an additional staff member can be assigned to the play area- making sure the big kids aren't destroying the bounce houses that they shouldn't be on anyways. read more

I just started coming here to hit some balls and practice. I remember years ago coming here with good friend and playing a round. I really like the changes the new ownership has made. A very clean facility, welcoming staff, plenty of bays to use for practice, overall nice facility. I will be back soon to play a round read more

This review is for the Range/Venue Area. Checked out this place casually on a Friday night with some friends and it was awesome. The perfect place to practice your swing, hang out with family, warm up for your round, or just drink and have some good food while listening to a DJ. PLENTY of stalls just get there early enough as the wait time may get longer with people trickling in more around 7pm-9pm on a Friday. Plenty of parking too with a short walk. My favorite part.. a jumbo bucket gets you 200 balls! At my regular range in the peninsula its $17 for 117 balls... this definitely entices me to make the drive from SF to practice here knowing the amenities are a plus. If you have kids they have a jump and play area for them. A kids putting area too for fun. All I mentioned above is right next to the actual golf course where there is also a professional putting green. One thing id love for them to add is stadium lights to the driving range. I was hitting my woods and driver 250+ yards and would lose sight after the 200 yards marker. If this place puts stadium lights Top Golf may have some problems. Also, business would be booming more if they affilated with Top Tracer! I would come on a daily basis from SF haha. Tbh this is a much more inexpensive option than TG and everything is more affordable! I'm making it out on Fridays! read more

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Love this place ! It's such a fun place to go to. It's perfect because you can golf, kids can play, adults can hang out, dogs can chill... there's something for everyone! They have inflatable bounce house/things kids can play with, soccer goals, connect 4, jenga, driving range, golf course, food, etc.! I love that it's dog friendly too. It's honestly such a perfect place to go to with family & friends. It makes it an easy outing since there's so many different things people can do. There's a delicious Mexican food truck too! I couldn't find anywhere what the hours of the food truck were so I took a pic for others. It's every day except Monday 11-5! We've also reserved here for a party too and it was great!! Great place to have a party. I definitely recommend coming here for any occasion! During the week is great & weekend it gets busy but all in all, a fabulous time! read more

Skylinks at Buchanan Fields Golf Course - Taco Fino's food truck hours - Golf Near Me - Concord, California

1st time visit. Walked in and got out within minutes n a Friday morning. 9 hole course is in a B- to C condition. Lots of dried out areas on tee boxes, fairways and greens. $25 is a bit pricey for these conditions. Flat course that's really meant for I be walked. The carts and cart paths do not make sense on a short course like this. Lots of hitting bays on the range. Environment is lively with music and kids games. They did a good job with the vibe. Seems like a fun place to hang out. Overall, they offer a fun time for different ages. Lots of parking. read more

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This place is not what I expected driving by every day! You can come here and just casually hit some balls onto the field or use the driving range. I came here not knowing how to play a lick of golf and ended up having so much fun! If you forget your clubs they have loaners. It is pretty reasonable what you pay for balls. It is such a relaxing time. During the evenings you are in the shade and can catch a nice sunset. Drinks and snacks are served in the main area where you buy the balls. There is also an outdoor area where you can use your credit card to buy balls and use their baskets. Soft couches and benches to relax while you have fun. They are not sticklers with what you bring in either. We only brought in water but it seems you can bring snacks if you wish. Free ample parking as well! I will definitely be back to work on my swing! read more

Driving range is clean and well maintained. It's not fancy, but comfy. Staff are very friendly. Great atmosphere for all talents!

I recently have been going to driving range at Skylinks at Buchanan Fields, noting the recent upgrades and improvements. The Driving Range is unquestionably the standout feature. It's a very large, well-lit practice area. They've clearly invested in the experience, providing high-quality hitting mats and fresh practice balls, which is appreciated. The fact that it operates until 10 p.m. makes it a highly convenient option for practicing after work. It's extremely affordable and a great opportunity for my kids to learn the game. They even have first tee offered there which is great for beginners. For families, the addition of the Bouncy House (or Kids Zone) is a major draw. Offering this free daily amenity is a smart move that makes the entire venue more approachable for parents who want to spend time on the range or at the clubhouse. This really sets it apart from other local practice facilities. The Clubhouse is comfortable, and while dining options can vary, they maintain a very good selection of drinks and beers. It serves its purpose well as a central gathering point. In terms of logistics, Parking is generally easy to manage and free. Be advised that during high-traffic times (weekend afternoons), the lot can certainly get full, which speaks to the venue's growing popularity. Overall, Skylinks is a fun place to be. It is a little old and some of the equipment could be fixed. There is no tracking. But it's a great value and people are nice. The upgrades to the range and the focus on making it family-friendly have definitely succeeded in creating a welcoming and functional community golf center. read more

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I love it here. My kids love it here. Great space and vibes. They've really upgraded this place since day 1 !!

You really can't beat Skylinks at Buchanan! The staff is amazing and what they've done to this place has put it on the map as a go to spot for a quick nine hole. Their motto of 1% better every day really speaks volumes to their care and attention to detail. Excited to see where this course goes. And hey, watching planes come down so low you could see what type of sunglasses the pilots are wearing while you're hitting some balls on the range is pretty special! read more

Chill vibes and friendly staff. Large range with plenty of stalls, decent 9 hole course, chipping & putting greens and play area for the kids. Sadly no draft beers. read more

The owners are so personable and easy to talk with. They have obviously been pouring time and effort into making this place where everyone wants to hang out. 5 Stars for the place, 5 stars for the owners, 5 stars for the driving range. 5 stars all around read more

Bruh....this place has come a LONG way! I've been coming to Buchanan Golf Course, which is now Sky Links, for a while now, and with my numerous check-ins, I can confidently say this spot is legit. They really renovated everything, and it shows. I come here to practice, chill, and escape the everyday stress just me, my clubs, and the sweet sound of drivers and irons smashing golf balls. There's something about being out here, talking to people about golf swings, trying to correct mine (or pretend I know what I'm doing lol) that makes this place chill & relaxing Weekends? This place is CRACKIN'! So many people are out here enjoying the weather, and it's awesome to see how much busier it's gotten. Plus, they actually have stuff for kids now, which they never had before. Definitely a solid move. If you're looking for a place to work on your swing, vibe out, or just enjoy the course, this is it. Sky Links Buchanan is the spot! read more

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I used to really enjoy coming to Skylinks at Buchanan Fields. The improvements over the past few years--especially to the driving range--have been great, and it was exciting to see the facility getting new life and attracting more people. That said, the range experience has recently become frustrating. I completely support the effort to make Skylinks more family-friendly and welcoming to a wider audience. But lately it feels like the pendulum has swung too far away from being a place where people can actually practice golf. On several visits, I've seen range bays occupied for extremely long stretches by people doing everything except hitting balls--eating meals, reading newspapers, hanging out socially, etc. Meanwhile, others who came specifically to practice are waiting around for a spot. It's discouraging when you come with the intention of working on your game but can't get access to the range. This seems like a policy issue that could be easily addressed. Implementing reasonable time limits for range bays during busy periods would go a long way toward making the experience fair for everyone. Many ranges already do this successfully. Skylinks has done a lot of great work revitalizing the facility, and I'd love to see that momentum continue. A few adjustments to how range time is managed would help ensure the space works well both for social visitors and for golfers who are there to practice. read more

Awesome place to hone your game. A great driving range with lots of bays and numerous bucket sizes. read more

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I cannot say enough about the incredible transformation this golf course/range has undergone! I want to truly thank the new ownership for creating a wonderful environment for everyone of every skill level. They have cultivated a welcoming, positive and laid back atmosphere that makes even the most novice golfer feel comfortable taking a swing at things. (Pun intended) The new ownership has truly brought the place back to life, and you can see and feel the difference from the moment you arrive, as long members of the community thank you for breathing fresh life into this place! But what truly makes this place the absolute best place to golf around are its employees! Daniel, Alec, Brandon, LC and Reagan always greet you with a smile and are always so positive and helpful. You guys are the BEST! And a Special Thank you to Nancy who I met for the first time last Sunday, (and I did not know at that time but is one of these new amazing owners :) your pep talk before my first round on the skylinks course was much needed and appreciated. I look forward to seeing what the new stage is gonna offer! read more

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this is a really nice golf course and facility, very family, friendly, and a lot of things to do other than just golf itself, plenty of range bays and good prices for range balls, nice mix of par three and fours on the course. Plenty of drink options in the pro shop and you can get food from the food truck. Very beginner friendly course as you will see on hole one reading the course rules. One of the better courses in the bay area. read more

"I've been coming here every Monday night for the last 4 months, and it's become a highlight of my week. The staff is always friendly and welcoming--they make you feel right at home from the moment you arrive. The range itself is solid for consistent practice, but my absolute favorite part is the last 30 minutes when they play 'Closing Time' over the speakers. It's such a fun, nostalgic way to signal that it's time to wrap things up--puts a smile on my face every time and helps me end the session on a high note. Great vibe, reliable spot for regulars, and little touches like that make it stand out. Highly recommend if you're looking for a chill place to hit balls!" read more

Needed some work on my short game and the Skylinks is the perfect place to do so. If you haven't played here or gone to the driving range recently, you're in for a pleasant surprise. We booked online and checked in easily. The pro shop staff is very friendly btw! Teed off on the first hole. Wasn't backed up, even tho there was multiple foursomes ahead of us. Tee box was neat and clean. I think the yellow broken tee funnels help. Fairways and greens were in good shape. OOB wasn't crazy messy so it's not a ball-eating course. Good mix of short par 4's and 3's. Wish I could say I did really well, but... you know how it goes. Lost my putter cover on hole 4 but I'm hoping someone turns it in. Nice day at the Skylinks. read more

Skylinks at Buchanan Fields Golf Course - Flyover of military planes on Memorial Day. - Golf Near Me - Concord, California

Bought a house by this course and refused to go to the range bc it was in such bad condition, let alone play.... Fast forward to new ownership...this place has done a 180. Every mat is brand new with lights to hit balls even later into the evening. New pro shop, food, kids center and every hole (while still short) has improved dramatically. "Dogs allowed, humans tolerated" and my first round ever with my well behaved golden. Been a dream of mine to golf with my dog so thank you! Can't wait to teach my daughter golf here (baby now). Thanks for saving our local spot! Golf needed this read more

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Great upgrades including the free jumping area for kids. Total weekend hangout with the kids. Staff is friendly and place is clean. read more

Kimmy, my girl!! We had my son's birthday party there and it was awesome! She was so helpful and kind! I will definitely be hosting more parties there in the future! read more

Fun for the family! Low pressure and late evening hours during the summer. Feel free to bring your toddler and get outside. Lots of shade! read more

Skylinks at Buchanan Fields Golf Course - Food truck menu! - Golf Near Me - Concord, California