Willowick Golf Course

3.5
383 reviews

About

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Located in the heart of Santa Ana, 5 miles west of Disneyland, Willowick Golf Course is the oldest 18-hole public golf course in Orange County. Willowick is great for beginners and pro's alike. Average round is under 4 hours. Our course offers everything you would expect from a established, successful course: two sets of tees, grass driving range, three practice putting greens, a pro shop chock-full of products, a PGA Class A professional on staff, and affordable green fees. Willowick also has a new, 5,000 square-foot full-service bar and restaurant featuring American-bistro fare, imported beer, and outside seating. Come out to a course where Friday`s are still a weekday at Willowick Golf Course!

Location

Willowick Golf Course
3017 W 5th St, Santa Ana, CA
92703, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.6
356 reviews
5 stars
113
4 stars
94
3 stars
68
2 stars
39
1 star
42

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Course Conditions

Many customers reported poor conditions of the fairways, with issues such as dirt patches, gopher holes, and uneven terrain, although the greens were generally noted to be in good shape.

Value for Money

The course is considered affordable, with many customers appreciating the low green fees, but some felt the price did not match the quality of the course.

Customer Service

The staff received mixed reviews, with some praising their friendliness and helpfulness, while others reported negative experiences with service.

Pace of Play

Pace of play varied, with some customers experiencing slow rounds due to course congestion, while others noted quicker play times.

Safety Concerns

Several reviews mentioned safety issues related to homeless individuals on the course, which affected the overall experience for some customers.
  • BL
    Bill Lin
    4 days ago
    3.0
    It's not easy to find your balls here at Willowick Golf Course, as the rough here is not just long but rich, with the sun shines on the dew, you hardly can find any balls even though you're just right on the edge of the fairways. Meanwhile, there's zero water hazards here, and not much design, not even dogleg right or left, an easy course. (And I actually can't name one worth mentioning too much ....... ) Well, if there's one, Hole 16, a short Par 4, dog leg left, and the green is a little hill surrounded by beautiful trees.
  • HK
    Hobin Kim
    Dec 29, 2025
    1.0
    I m at send hole...4 teams is waiting... Horrible course...
  • DL
    Darryl Law
    Dec 22, 2025
    4.0
    This was our first time here in a couple of years. The fairways were greener than before and the greens were in great shape. We teed off at 8:50am. The course was packed, so it was not the fastest round. We got around in just over 5 hours. Know there are no rest rooms on the course, so plan your drinks accordingly. My only gripe on the day was regarding the restaurant. I called from the 9th tee and there was no answer (3 times). I called the Pro Shop and they said they would let them know I was calling and to call back in a few minutes. After teeing off, I called again as I walked to my ball, still no answer. I stopped at the restaurant after finishing #9 and there was a line to order. I just ordered Gatorade as any food would have taken too long. This is a great value for 18 holes and is in better shape than recent years. I recommend it for those getting into playing golf or players looking for a casual round.
  • MS
    Michelle Schwandt
    Oct 12, 2025
    4.0
    Had a good time here. Reviews almost scared me away. We finished in 3 hours. The greens were nice, as well as the fairway. Yes - it wasn’t the typical “beautiful” course. More like a park. But for the price $35, including the cart, I feel it was a pretty good value. It was honestly not that bad. I have been to a worse course that should not have been a golf course.
  • MB
    Mark Bakke
    Jan 20, 2018
    5.0
    Great value course for Orange County. Easy to walk, great clubhouse, friendly people, and tree lined fairways will test any golfers skills.

Frequently Asked Questions About Willowick Golf Course

Where is Willowick Golf Course located?

Willowick Golf Course is located at 3017 W 5th St, Santa Ana, CA 92703, USA.

What are the operating hours of Willowick Golf Course?

The golf course is open daily from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.