County gem will soon feature new greens on 8, 15. Bring camera, extra balls. Heart rates soar on the 12th tee. Worth trek to Ione. Underutilized course might grow on you.
Good layout offers plenty of tests.
Like No. 18. Fruit, wide fairways, big greens. Worth the drive. If not, enjoy the views. Course changes at Whitney Oaks Golf Club have made it easier for golfers to play by making lakes smaller and removing trees.