From the white tees, there are seven par 4s measuring 334 yards or less, so a decent drive on any of these holes provides an opportunity for par or better. But just to even things out, holes 13 and 14 are back-to-back par 4s of 447 and 426 yards, respectively, where bogey is a great score. The real gem is the 224 yard 17th, a par 3 flanked on either side by large wooded areas. The fairway is about as wide as a two-lane highway and requires a dead straight shot to avoid the trees. Pull out the straightest club in your bag for this beauty. (Even if it's your putter?)

All staff members and course associates were knowledgeable and attentive. The waitress at the turn suggested the Birdie Wrap, a club sandwich in a tortilla shell that she said she could make in a couple minutes - and did. The wrap with fries and a pint of beer came to only $9.20, then on to the 10th tee.

High Cliff is a very walkable course. One of the first things you'll notice when you arrive at the course is that the parking lot is only a few steps from the clubhouse, practice areas, 1st and 10th tees, restaurant, and bar. On the course, three or four small wooden bridges carry you over a meandering creek and add a distinctive character to the course. Wildlife abounds so have your camera ready.

The rough adjacent the fairways could use some work. It was uneven and ranged from very thick to very thin and appeared unattended altogether in other areas. Other that that, the fairways were in nice shape - despite heavy rainfall - and the greens were exceptional. Putts rolled true and the contours were varied and interesting.

The High Cliff golf pro refers to their facility as "golf with a view." Their motive is to always provide a great golf experience. With a challenging course in a beautiful natural setting, High Cliff is a great place for an enjoyable round of golf.

Latest Update: 12/26/2010