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3.0
365 Reviews (365)
5 Stars
66
4 Stars
160
3 Stars
75
2 Stars
35
1 Stars
29
Conditions
2.5
Value
3.5
Layout
3.5
Friendliness
4.3
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.4
63.5%
Recommend this course
295 out of 365 reviews
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Average Rating
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3.3
3 Reviews (3)
5 Stars
1
4 Stars
0
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
3.3
Value
3.7
Layout
3.7
Pace
4.7
Amenities
3.0
StaffFriendliness
5.0
66.7%
Recommend this course
2 out of 3 reviews
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2.6
32 Reviews (32)
5 Stars
1
4 Stars
7
3 Stars
10
2 Stars
6
1 Stars
8
Conditions
2.1
Value
3.0
Layout
3.1
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.2
StaffFriendliness
4.2
50.0%
Recommend this course
16 out of 32 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6733 yards
Slope 124
Rating 71.0

Empire Ranch Golf Course is located just outside downtown Carson City in the scenic Carson Valley. Empire Ranch features 27 championship holes, making three individual nines that are played in three different 18-hole combinations. Sierra/River is one of the combinations, characterized by lakes and wetlands that are scattered throughout the course. The layout sprawls across the landscape’s natural buffs, offering a scenic environment. All of the golf courses provide a fair challenge for players of all skill levels. In addition to the 27 holes of golf, Empire Ranch G.C. also offers extensive practice facilities including a 300-yard driving range and practice greens.

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Course Details

Year Built 1997
Golf Season Year round
Architect Cary Bickler

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes

Food & Beverage

Bar

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

Reviews

3.0
365 Reviews (365)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 13
Brunch 9
Patio Dining 8
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 17
Bunkers 10
Forced Carries 10
This course/club is great for:
Locals 19
Seniors 19
Playing Multiple Courses 14
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 16
Worth the Drive 10

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Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Great Condition

I avoided this course due to prior poor playing conditions. It has been 3 years since I played but last Sunday the course was in excellent condition. Looking forward to my next round.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 08/05/2022

u314161194693, thank you for your kind words! We hope to see you again at the course very soon for another 5-star experience. Thanks for choosing Comstock/River at Empire Ranch Golf Course.

Played On
Reviews 19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Empire Ranch

Really like this course. Challenging but not so hard that you struggle.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 08/30/2022

Your feedback is important to us, cmore. Thank you for sharing your 5-star experience. We look forward to seeing you again at the course soon! Thanks for choosing Comstock/River at Empire Ranch Golf Course.

Played On
Reviews 13
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Family fun

Good times with family. Difficult to get family together but rare occasion today. Course in better shapes than last time played about one month ago. Irrigation plentiful now.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 07/20/2022

Hello, ChrisDShaffer. Thank you for visiting us at Comstock/River at Empire Ranch Golf Course. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Loud Drink Cart Person

Second time playing this course. It’s a fun course and not too difficult. Some fairways and greens are beat up but for the money with a cart is totally worth it. I’ll definitely be back.
My only complaint would be that the drink cart person was driving around on their cell phone and you could hear them from 3 holes away..

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 07/20/2022

Hi, manville15. We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us. Thank you for the 4 stars! We aim for a 5-star experience, so we always welcome feedback for improvement. Thank you for playing Comstock/River at Empire Ranch Golf Course.

Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 06/30/2022

We love hearing about our golfers' experiences, Erric4209542. Please tell us more about what you enjoyed during your round. Thanks for choosing Comstock/River at Empire Ranch Golf Course!

Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 06/30/2022

Hi, u314161269311. We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us. Thank you for the 4 stars! We aim for a 5-star experience, so we always welcome feedback for improvement. Thank you for playing Comstock/River at Empire Ranch Golf Course.

Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

My thoughts on Empire Ranch

The course was enjoyable and quite challenging. I would recommend marking the course better so golfers can tell the line of play tee to green. GPS on the carts or centered poles starting within 200 yards of the tees so they can be seen from the tee box. Also water on the course. There was no drinking water. Also needed are sand bottles to repair divots.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 06/27/2022

We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us, wallyborland. We are going to pass on your feedback to the team. Thanks for visiting Comstock/River at Empire Ranch Golf Course, and we hope to see you again in the future.

Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course for beginners!

My golf buddy and I took out two friends and had a blast! One guy, his first time on a golf course really enjoyed it. We picked up a few times to keep pace but had no issues and had a great time!! Course was not perfect but it was good enough and a great value. I would recommend this course for anyone wanting to take up the game. It’s got a few challenges and a few easy holes and the ideal place to get started! Grab your buddies and go out and play!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 06/28/2022

Hello, uWUOW8503WU. Thank you for visiting us at Comstock/River at Empire Ranch Golf Course. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fun Father's Day

Enjoyed a round at Empire Ranch. Course was in good shape. A few greens needed attention but overall in good shape. Staff was very friendly as usual. Will return soon.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Commented on 06/28/2022

Hello, u7872781. Thank you for visiting us at Comstock/River at Empire Ranch Golf Course. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 06/16/2022

Hi, u35113084. We would love to hear more about your positive experience on our course. Please contact us to share with us your favorite part of your experience. Thanks for golfing at Comstock/River at Empire Ranch Golf Course!

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Fair
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 06/03/2022

Hi, u000001393668. We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us. Thank you for the 4 stars! We aim for a 5-star experience, so we always welcome feedback for improvement. Thank you for playing Comstock/River at Empire Ranch Golf Course.

Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 07/01/2022

Hi, toddland. We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us. Thank you for the 4 stars! We aim for a 5-star experience, so we always welcome feedback for improvement. Thank you for playing Comstock/River at Empire Ranch Golf Course.

Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Conditions not great

For value it’s good to just get out and golf, however lots of dry dead patches all over course

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 06/03/2022

Hi, ajschane! Thank you so much for leaving us with your feedback. We value our customer experience, so your review is important to us. We will make note and we hope to see you back at Comstock/River at Empire Ranch Golf Course!

Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Enjoy playing the course mostly because of the management! Dave is great to work with and very accommodating!

Conditions Fair
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 06/03/2022

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating, tmcmike43! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Comstock/River at Empire Ranch Golf Course!

Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Needs a lot of work, fairways need filled,tee boxes need replaced and half the greens need repaired including the practice green.You should always have practice balls available.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
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Commented on 07/01/2022

Hi, u855240021,

We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us. We are going to pass on your feedback to the teams in charge so they can work to make changes.

Your feedback helps us do better. We are looking into this issue and hope to resolve it promptly.

Thank you for visiting Comstock/River at Empire Ranch Golf Course. We hope you'll give us another try in the future.

Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Bad condition.

Several fairways and greens were pretty bad. I could move the ball on fairway but green is different story. But many greens I have to move the ball some distance to putt because in line grass has died that makes very bumpy and turned direction. It's not worth to pay and drive.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 08/30/2022

Hi, Seungkook2872260. Thank you for taking the time to review the course. We take single star feedback very seriously at our course. You are welcome to comment further or reach out to our team in the golf shop. We always appreciate the feedback.

Played On
Reviews 32
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 05/20/2022

Hi, LLPinson. We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us. We see you rated the course 1 star and are interested in learning what we can do to improve for your next visit. We take single-star feedback very seriously at our course. You are welcome to comment further or reach out to our team in the golf shop. We always appreciate the feedback. Thanks for choosing Comstock/River at Empire Ranch Golf Course.

Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good value

Found hot deals for 18/cart, used some credit I had and had a good round. Course was wide open, got thru front in an hour and a quarter, great time. Local muni course, nothing much more special

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 08/30/2022

Hello, ajschane. Thank you for visiting us at Comstock/River at Empire Ranch Golf Course. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Played On
Reviews 22
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Good Value

Course was in fair condition. Greens were slow and winter damaged. Restaurant closed early. The insects were pretty bad.

Conditions Fair
Value Excellent
Layout Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Fairly Easy
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Commented on 05/06/2022

Hi, Jogger00! Thank you so much for leaving us with your feedback. We value our customer experience, so your review is important to us. We will make note and we hope to see you back at Comstock/River at Empire Ranch Golf Course!

Played On
Reviews 39
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 05/02/2022

Hello, u000005134607. We appreciate the review. You rated us 3-stars which means there is room to improve on your recent experience at Comstock/River at Empire Ranch Golf Course. Let us know, in the comments, how and where you would like to see changes from the course. Thanks for the feedback!

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