About the Course

Like Father, Like Son

Legendary Golf Course Architect William Francis Bell designed the serene and challenging Ancil Hoffman Golf Course in 1965 for the Sacramento County. Bell, an extremely talented and prolific golf course designer, built nearly 200 golf courses during his lifetime. Most of Bell's courses are located throughout the western United States, and also on some islands in the Pacific Ocean.

William Francis Bell was the son of William Park Bell. The two of them were often called Billy Bell, Jr. and Billy Bell, Sr., respectively. Both were noted golf course architects who designed almost a dozen projects together. Even after his father died in 1953, Bell Jr. retained the company name of William P. Bell and Son. The Bells are considered by many to be California's First Family of Golf Course Design.

During the 1950s and 1960s, William F. Bell's course design work was concentrated in the Sacramento area. It was during this time that Bell designed Ancil Hoffman Golf Course in Carmichael, Valley Hi Country Club in Elk Grove, and North Ridge Country Club in Fair Oaks.

Perhaps the most famous golf course designed by William F. Bell is Torrey Pines Golf Course in La Jolla, California. Long recognized as one the country's foremost municipal golf facilities, the South Course at Torrey Pines has been selected by the USGA as the host course for many high profile tournaments.

To this day Mr. Bell's courses continue to inspire and challenge golfers of every ability level.

Some of the other notable courses designed by William Francis Bell include:

Bermuda Dunes Country Club – Bermuda Dunes, California (1960)
Papago Golf Course – Phoenix, Arizona (1963)
Saticoy Country Club – Somis, California (1964)
Kona Country Club – The Big Island, Hawaii (1966)
Makaha Golf Club – Oahu, Hawaii (1969)
Idaho Falls Country Club – Idaho Falls, Idaho (1970)
Sandpiper Golf Course – Santa Barbara, California (1972)
Industry Hills (Babe Didrikson Zaharias Course) – Industry Hills, California (1979)
Industry Hills (Dwight D. Eisenhower Course) – Industry Hills, California (1979)

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Environment

Welcome to the Ancil Hoffman Golf Course, nestled in the picturesque landscape of Sacramento County and Carmichael, California!

Our golf course is not just a place to play; it's an immersive experience that brings you closer to the natural beauty and diverse wildlife that thrives in this Northern California region. As you embark on your golfing journey at Ancil Hoffman, be prepared to encounter the enchanting wildlife that calls this area home. Majestic coyotes, graceful Mule deer, swift jack rabbits, and the iconic Great Horned Owl are just a few of the residents you may encounter while navigating the course. Our commitment to preserving their natural habitat ensures that your golfing experience is seamlessly integrated with the flourishing wildlife that defines Ancil Hoffman.

Water conservation is a fundamental aspect of our environmental stewardship at Ancil Hoffman Golf Course. We have implemented innovative water management practices to strike a balance between providing an exceptional golfing experience and maintaining a sustainable ecosystem. Serene lakes, thoughtfully designed ponds, and strategically placed water features not only contribute to the course's visual allure but also play a crucial role in irrigation and offer havens for the local wildlife. Much of the water at the course is provided from the American River and use of the ground water aquifer; North American Subbasin.

Experience Ancil Hoffman Golf Course like never before! Enjoy the peace and quiet of the area, where golf and wildlife come together seamlessly, making every round a special and unforgettable moment for every golfer.