I have been golfing at Meadow Lakes since 2013. It is a fun 9-hole course that plays short, yet it is challenging for an amateur golfer. Water comes into play on many of the holes. There is a meandering stream and three ponds, and these features are interwoven in the layout of the course. The Par 3 at Hole 3 will see you teeing off on a highly elevated tee box and aiming at a green several feet below. I would consider Hole #3 to be Meadow Lakes’ “signature hole”. The course is walk-able; however, there are a few steep hills to climb where a power cart is nice to have. With its surrounding mountains and water features, Meadow Lakes is a scenic golf course and enjoyable in terms of play-ability.
The clubhouse has a rustic feel and is built of logs. The interior has a very relaxing, almost home-like, feel. Drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) are available at the clubhouse along with dry snacks, sandwiches, and occasionally hot dogs. Sometimes Johnny will even throw a delicious burger on the barbecue for you.
The staff at Meadow Lakes has always been welcoming. Johnny Enns, the club manager for several years now, seems to go out of his way to provide a positive and friendly golfing experience for every visitor. There are no certified professional pro golf staff at Meadow Lakes, and thus there will not be the judging and air of condescension that are common at other golf courses. Meadow Lakes just wants you to go out and have fun, while respecting the facility. The only flaw I see with Meadow Lakes is that it is not a CPGA rated course, so your scores cannot be entered in the handicap system. This is only an issue for golfers that are rigorously trying to maintain a handicap. If you just want to have fun and play for bragging rights among your friends, then the handicap issue is irrelevant. I encourage visiting golfers to experience Meadow Lakes. You will enjoy yourselves! It’s a nice little gem!