Old Greenwood Golf Course

About Old Greenwood Golf Course

This mountain gem sits at over 6,000 feet elevation in the Sierra Nevada, where the thin air will add 10-15 yards to your drives but the ball won't hold greens like it does at sea level. The layout winds through towering pines and granite outcroppings, creating natural corridors that demand strategic thinking over brute force. What sets Old Greenwood apart from other Tahoe-area courses is its playability despite the dramatic terrain, the architect managed to route holes that flow naturally with the mountainous contours without creating impossible lies or blind shots. The conditioning punches well above what you'd expect from a public track, with bent grass greens that roll true and fairways that recover quickly from the short mountain growing season. That 4.7 Google rating isn't inflated, this course delivers genuine Sierra golf character without the pretension or resort pricing of nearby premium layouts. Walking is not only allowed but recommended if you can handle the elevation, as you'll appreciate the thoughtful green complexes and risk-reward opportunities that might blur past from a cart.

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