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Pioneer Hills Golf Course

3230 Ballston-Galway Road, Ballston Spa, New York

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4.1161 Reviews
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About Pioneer Hills Golf Course

Pioneer Hills Golf Course offers a challenging 18-hole, par 70 course nestled between majestic pines and abundant wetlands in Ballston Spa, New York. Established in 1995, the course caters to players of all skill levels. The club features a fully remodeled kitchen, a bar, and a restaurant open for lunch and dinner daily, along with...

Facilities

Club Amenities

Motor Cart
Pull Cart
Club Rental
Pro Shop
Golf Lessons
Driving Range
Putting Green
Chipping Green
Practice Bunker
Restaurant
Bar & Lounge
Reception Hall
Event Space
Changing Room

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What People Say

4.1/5
Google · 161 reviews
In summary

Pioneer Hills Golf Course is appreciated for its picturesque, hilly layout and reasonable pricing, with many noting its good condition despite challenging weather conditions. The staff receives mixed reviews, with some visitors praising their friendliness and others citing negative interactions with certain employees. Criticisms include issues with course maintenance, such as rough cart paths and inconsistent greens, as well as a lack of amenities like food service and clear course signage.

Edited 2 years ago
People and course are great. Course is very hilly and therefore not a long ball hitters paradise , but a nice walk in the hills. Just played there, summer of 23, and it's unchanged from 10 years ago. Still an interesting little par 70 with lots of dog legs. Bring extra balls.
— Martin Kipp
11 months ago
Great experience here in 2025. The Superintendent, Dave is a hell of a guy doing a great job! Clubhouse is very nice & new. All around a nice place.
— InTune Marine
8 months ago
The course was in pretty good condition considering the lack of rain this summer. Some of the tee boxes need attention. Greens are good
— Tom Connell
a year ago
Older Gentleman at the front desk was extremely arrogant and rude. Kept calling it “his course” to find out he only works there. Wanted to get in my face about not renting a cart when I’ve been a loyal customer and treated the course with respect every time. Such a shame to see a nice course with so much potential come crumbling down with 1 employee. Mike the manager is cool though.
— Chris Tube56
7 years ago
The name had me skeptical because ive played some hilly courses that are almost comical. This course is awesome though. Some short holes and some narrow holes but the course is in phenomenal shape. Greens fairways t boxes are all excellent. The hills were not an issue and comfortable play. I loved the wooded trails in between holes. Had a great time. Average price but i cant say enough about the shape of the course especially considering the drought all summer
— Brian Gaugler
a year ago
Decent course, but came here with a couple of my buddies and guy Mike at the front desk was very rude. Treated us like children just cause we are on the younger side, threatened us with the fact that there are cameras on the course. Sucks that a nice day can be ruined by someone like him.
— Eddie Bradt
2 years ago
Course is too easy and in terrible shape. Okay for beginners but overall just outrageous how I had to pay money to play on this course. Greens were basically fairways and the whole course was practically a joke. There are way better course nearby or literally anywhere else, please remodel the course and make some new holes
— John Clyne
a year ago
Staff member in blue polo was very condescending and arrogant as he told us where to drive the cart. We had made an honest mistake. The whole time he was addressing my 15 year old son who is not allowed to drive. Completely unprofessional in my opinion. If you had a problem with where I drove the cart, address me. Could have been handled differently.
— Michael T
4 years ago
Can't beat the price (super reasonable compared to other courses in the area) and great for not so good golfers. The staff is super nice and had a blast with my 10year old son. Would strongly suggest if looking for a budget course that isn't super intimidating and costly. Also, for the price the course is well mantained. Don't get me wrong, the course maintenance isn't comparable 80$+ courses, but good enough in my opinion. Enjoy!
— Chris perrone
3 years ago
My sister and I went for an early dinner here and we were amazed with the young lady running the bar and restaurant as hostess, waitress, and cook. She was great and the burger and fries were delicious. Great place, the manager came out of his office and talked to my sister for a few minutes, although being nearly deaf myself I did not hear them. We will definitely be going there again.
— Randall Ruiz
6 years ago
Excellent course for the money, really good conditions, and we'll maintained. Some of my favorite holes in the area. Plus no waiting for beer cart, you get bucket of ice cold ones on way out to play. Pretty empty on week days which makes it a real joy to take time and not be hurried.
— Kevin Dufek
4 years ago
Hasn't rained in a week and the course is saturated. The cart paths are akin to a demolition derby arena. Mudded down, potholes so frequent you have to choose which are the best to go through. No bar after our round that ended at 5:20 p.m. ?? Course has a nice difficulty level but if you don't play the course with someone completely familiar with it, you're going to have a very difficult day. The greens were more like fairways. Didn't look like they had been rolled in several days. If you don't keep it in the fairway, you may as well just grab another ball outta your bag because there is very…
— Scottney

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