Pheasant Run Golf Club, Chowchilla, CA Review
January 15, 2012 by admin
Filed under Running and Jogging
Pheasant Run is a beautiful course that meanders through and around several residential areas. Some of the homes are a marvel to behold – built as they are in a somewhat low-income area – while others need work or finishing. Pheasant Run is considered to be one of the most well maintained courses in California and is played by locals as well as day-trippers from up to 100 miles away.
Fairway grasses stay green nearly all year round. The greens seem to be a bit fast here, especially during the summer months when the sun has a tendency to bake the grasses.
The course features fairways with slightly uneven lies and challenging yet escapable bunkers. Trees protect some of the OB and houses which line the course. Water comes into play on several holes – adding to it’s charm and beauty – but the hazards intimidating.
The restaurant (Putter’s Bistro) offers fantastic food with the beer served ice-cold and top-notch service.
The pro shop is fairly well stocked and offers Pheasant Run caps, shirts, towels and more.
The practice facility is top-notch and features a driving range, large putting green as well as an area to work on your chip shots. The first hole tee box is situated away from the practice area so golfers who are unnerved by bystanders watching their initial tee shot need not worry.
18 hole fees
Weekdays: $ 32 / Weekends-Holidays: $ 49
Seniors: $ 22 / $ 37
Juniors (17 & under): $ 19 / $ 25
Golf Cart (per person charge) $ 13 / single rider: $ 18
Rates subject to change.
Make your tee time one week in advance of your play date.
Distances: Located in California’s central valley, the course is just off Highway 99 east on Robertson Avenue (Avenue 26), about 40 minutes north of Fresno.
Five (or less) Word Description: Flat, well-maintained, enjoyable, quick play, country-club feeling.
Rating (1-5 stars): 4 stars – The course is a little flat and there are a number of unfinished houses in a development that rings the back nine that create an eye-sore. Also some of the waste areas need to be cleaned out a little.
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