SUMMITPOINTE GOLF CLUB (1978)

 

BAY AREA REGION

Public - 18 hole - cost: $24 - $65

1500 Country Club Drive, Milpitas, CA 95035

Tel: (408) 262-8813  

 

Designed by unknown. This is a very hilly course with some great views of the Silicon Valley. The front nine is open and built on the side of a hill, while the back nine is tighter, with water frequently coming into play. From San Jose (about eight miles northeast to the course): Take I-680 north to the Jacklin Road exit and head east to North Park Victoria. Turn left on North Park Victoria and then right on Country Club Drive. Frustration is the word that best describes your first attempt at playing Summitpointe. Why? Shots that look great off the tee will end up in jail. Play this course a few more times and the safe landing areas reveal themselves. By the way, the views are magnificent.

 

SUN CITY GOLF CLUB (1995)

 

GOLD COUNTRY REGION

Semi-Private - 27 hole - cost: $35 - $53

7050 Del Webb Boulevard, Roseville, CA 95747

Tel: (916) 774-3850   

 

Designed by Greg Nash/Billy Casper. The lakes nine is open and plays among the homes. The Oaks nine is far more scenic and entertaining, as it veers away from the housing, back into the trees. The Sierra Pines Course is similar to the Lakes Course. The yardage listed is for the lake/Oak combination. From Sacramento (about 20 miles northeast to the course): Take I-80 east to Highway 65 north toward Lincoln/Marysville. Take the Blue Oaks exit and head west. Turn left on Del Webb Boulevard to the club.