Shandin Hills Golf Club

Used to play here few years ago, but was sad to see that a course is not properly maintained. Back 9 is bit better than the first 9. At least if a green is well covered and maintained, it would be better to play.

Just moved into the area and wanted to find a good range to practice at. Went to the pro shop to buy some balls for the range and was turned away because I wasn’t wearing a polo even though i was wearing a golf t-shirt. This has never been an issue for me at any other course for just practicing at the range, but for playing the course I understand. There is no mention of a dress code on their website for the course or driving range either so i cant help but feel i was turned away for the color of my skin. Will not be coming back here.

This enjoyable course is a twofer - the front 9 winds up into the foothills with some fun terrain, while the back nine is wide open and mostly level. Fire away. Front or back, most greens are defended by two or three bunkers that will reward planning and precision on approach. Course conditions were ideal on a recent weekday morning, impeccable greens, close-cropped fairways, deep sandy bunkers, no mud. Pace of play was quite slow for some reason, even with an early tee-time. Let’s say keeping pace with the group ahead was never a problem, adding up to a 4+ hour round.