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I've been golfing Deer Valley for many years, and I love it there - it's my "go to" course,…read moreespecially when I can't find a great deal on something else. First, Deer Valley is an affordable course. I love to golf, but can't afford to shell out top-shelf prices for a round. HOWEVER, Deer Valley isn't exactly a cheap "hacker's course". There's a wide variety of hole styles to keep your attention, highlighted by their signature par-3 #5 that takes you 120 yards out, but straight down to a soft green. The view is intimidating, but it's a hole you could shoot at for hours. Immediately after #5, you're challenged to drive over the rocky, steep face that you just came down. There are holes with blind tee shots over hills, hard dog-leg turns, and plenty of terrain to navigate. I haven't even mentioned hole #1 - a long par 5 up a big hill (and almost always into the wind). Once you get past that hole, the rest doesn't feel too bad. Deer Valley is extremely scenic with tee boxes overlooking vast valleys. In the fall, the colors are breathtaking. Being removed from the big city, it's one of the most peaceful courses I've been on. Keep an eye on your ball, but don't forget to take in the scenic views and watch for wildlife! It's beautiful there! The new "Valley" nine is nice, but I still like the Ridge and Prairie best. Valley is a little tighter and most of the holes run in, you guessed it, the valley... Definitely a course worth hitting. If you're a prude and want to be addressed as "Mister", have your clubs cleaned by some high school boy working for tips, go somewhere else. If you're looking for a course that is great bang for the buck, to hang out with some friends and have a great time - hit Deer Valley.

Do you live west of Madison? Want to work on your game without a formal golf experience? Check…read moreout Spring Green's municipal golf course. It's right there in town. It's a full par 36, but probably doesn't play as long as other courses you may frequent (but don't tell the 215 yard par 3!). At the start, you fill out an envelope, put in your money and deposit it in the locked box. No clubhouse, no attendants. Keep your receipt in case you're checked during your round. The first four holes are basic straight back-and-forth layout. Nothing fancy. If you can hit straight, you're gold here. The fifth hole is the long par 3 - give it a good poke! No sand, but one tree that may get in your way short/left. The last four holes have more character, containing two good par 5's, a par 3 with water making you think. It ends with a straight par 4 with a road to your right. If you slice, his something straighter - it's not that long. Today, the fairways and greens were a little fuzzy, so you weren't getting a lot of roll on either. I can't say if that's normal, or if a good mowing was due. Overall, you won't be blown away by this course, but for $10 to walk 9 (or $20 for "all day"), you can't go wrong - and you'll probably like your score better than a fancy Dells course. Carts are not available, but if you have your own you can use it for $5.

Finally got around to hitting this hidden gem. I've golfed just about every other course in the…read morearea - and it was time we checked out Fairfield Hills. Dealing with the staff was easy (via phone or in person) - super friendly folks with all the answers to our questions. They have a nice little practice green, and a great driving range. The whole facility is well kept. The course is in really good shape. Probably the fastest greens I've played all season. We didn't notice many (any?) weeds. The greens were clean, and the immediate rough around greens and fairway were pretty decent. The layout is fairly basic - just par 3s and 4s (for the primary 9 at least - we didn't hit holes 10, 11 or 12). The most "character" you'll find is a picturesque tee shot over a mid-fairway fountain. No dog-legs are bends on this course - all straight shots. Along with straight shots - accuracy is required as most holes are pretty tight. There's not a lot of forgiveness if you're not in the fairway. You'll be in the woods, prairie grass or, on the more "open" holes, punching out from under a tree. I'd consider playing here again. Would I pay rack rate? Probably not when I could find a round at a full par-72 course for a couple more bucks. But getting a deal helps (see various golf deal websites) If I lived close, I'd consider a membership as it's fairly affordable for what you get.

Had the pleasure of DJing a wedding there recently. The owner GOES ABOVE and beyond for the guests…read moreon site. An absolute gem of a venue. Worth a moment to check out this place. Takes the time to check in and make sure things run smooth. VERY HANDS ON and personable. Take a moment and check them out for your next event.

Well maintained course. Front nine is old course, back nine is the new course. Front nine is pretty…read morebasic as most holes are straight on with a bunker hugging the green, while the back nine does require well placed drives and once again a well placed pitch shot. Overall a great course with excellent landscaping throughout, worth playing a couple of times.

What a gem! Came here today because Eagle Ridge was $50 whether you played 9 or 18. Here we payed…read more$18 with a cart for 9. This course is beautiful and well maintained, even in November. It has a very comfortable "down home" feel. The bartender mixed great drinks and we had a great time. Thank you for a great experience. We will be back.

The course is in great shape and is reasonably priced! The restaurant is delicious too and the…read morefamily who owns it are just the nicest and most service oriented people. We love it so much that we became members!

Food was very good. sandwiches were awesome Chicken drumies…read morecooked perfect. Waitress very attentive.

If only I could take this golf course back to California with me, life would be awesome. This is…read moreone of the most beautiful golf courses I have had the pleasure to play. In my opinion this course is better than Trump National in Palos Verdes, California and Pelican Hills. There is not one negative comment from me. Greens were a little difficult, but I like the challenge, fairways are in excellent condition. Not a yellow spot or wet spot on the course. This course is a must play and needs to be on your bucket list to play. Staff is friendly and very accommodating. Members; there should be no complaints. I hope you all know you have one of the best golf courses in the country.

Cool course, usually in pretty good shape and greens are true. The rough can be very difficult at…read moretimes as it's so thick.

The manager at this beautiful golf course goes above and beyond to make the golfers and the…read morefamilies impressed. Customer service is exceptional. Thank you!

Beautiful, old, well maintained golf course. Great views, challenging 18 holer but not obnoxiously…read moreso. Lots of mature trees define the holes and a fair number of sand traps, both in fairway and around the greens. Green fees are a little pricey but there are a number of discounts available. I'd go back in a flash when the chance comes around.

Took 20 guys to Wild Rock last week (June 24). The staff treated us great! It's a wonderful layout…read moreand was in great condition. We were worried about the greens based on last years reviews, but the steps they took to bring them back must have worked cause they were near perfect . . . We'll be back!

Great experience for my group. Beautiful course. Great fairways. Except the greens are horrid. 7/18…read moregreens are 1. Under repair 2. Sand or 3. Gravel bumpy. Disappointing when booking outings and paying the price you pay for this course. Range is choppy with small area. Bar food and drinks were great.

Hamburgers were delicious. The selections were more sandwiches. Ambiance is that of a recreation…read morecenter. It is not expensive. Service was not good.

Five stars all the way for this golf course--it's very nice and such a great value. The range is…read morealways open, and you get to hit off natural turf, which is a huge plus. The customer service in the pro shop and at the restaurant has always been friendly, and I'm always greeted with a smile.