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1 Stars
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Conditions
3.8
Value
3.7
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.3
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.1
77.9%
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3.9
63 Reviews (63)
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3 Stars
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Conditions
3.8
Value
3.8
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.1
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4.4
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
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1 Stars
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Conditions
3.7
Value
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Layout
4.3
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.4
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About

Holes 18
Type Public/Resort
Style Traditional
Par 72
Length 7042 yards
Slope 133
Rating 72.2

The Ocotillo Golf Resort sits on 185 acres and features lush contoured fairways that flow gently amid patches of mature trees, vibrant flower beds, pretty waterfalls and numerous lakes.

The Gold nine is a devilish test and not just because water comes into play on six of the holes. The greens have a lot of slope in them and are difficult to read. And some pin placements are brutal; hit a downhill putt two feet past the
hole, and it might roll down into a swale and 30 feet by. Uphill putts, on the other hand, are extremely difficult to get to the hole, if for no other reason than Ocotillo's greens aren't as fast as some of the Valley's marquee desert courses.

Two holes stand out on the Gold: No. 5 is a 212-yard par 3 with water running down the entire left side; and No. 9 is a 468-yard par 4 with a carry over water from the tee -- water that dissects the fairway about 50 yards short of the green and water left to the green. Par there is a great score.

Ocotillo's Blue Course is a watery grave; water comes into play on eight of the nine holes. It's not overly long but there's so much water the length becomes irrelevant. The best hole may be No. 1, a 590-yard par 5. Big hitters are faced with the classic risk-reward: Do they lay-up on their second shot or try to fly a tributary that splits the fairway about 50 yards short of the green?

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Course Details

Year Built 1986
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Ted Robinson, Sr. (1986)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes
GPS No

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Collared shirt required, no denim

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities, Locker Rooms

Accolades

  • Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Arizona (2014 #13)

Reviews

3.9
1904 Reviews (1904)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 104
Patio Dining 95
19th Hole Scenic Views 56
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 230
Bunkers 136
Forced Carries 110
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 117
Locals 98
Playing Multiple Courses 83
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 119
Worth the Drive 105
In the 'Burbs 73

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Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Recommendation

Would have to add that I would recommend only to a low handicap golfer! A difficult course with so much water!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 01/13/2024

Dear 23i7LLF0NpMEpQIB6izn,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5-star review, we appreciate all feedback. If there is anything we could have done better please reach out directly to jruedy@arcisgolf.com.

Thanks again, and we hope to see you again soon.

Best,

Jeff Ruedy
Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Cold weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 01/11/2024

Dear u314163820608,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5-star review, if there is anything we could have done better please reach out to jruedy@arcisogolf.com.

Thanks again, don't be a stranger and we hope to see you again soon.

Have a great day!

Best,

Jeff Ruedy
Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Fun course to play

27 holes of fun and entertainment. Ocotillo always give you a pretty good dollar value and it plays fair with good greens. Pace of play could be better but that's what you get for a public course.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 01/09/2024

Dear Kelly3343284,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us, we are happy to hear about the fun and entertainment at Ocotillo Golf Club. Pace of play is always a focus, I will share your review with the team.

Thanks again, and we hope to see you again soon.

Best,

Jeff Ruedy
Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 33
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 03/30/2024

Dear kyle3115698,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5-star review, we appreciate the kind words about the good facilities, great service, and nice course. Please help spread the word for us, don't be a stranger, and we hope to see you again soon.

Have a great Easter weekend.

Best,

Jeff Ruedy
Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 29
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
First Time Playing

Save your money

Played at 2:18 on a Saturday. Finished 13 holes. For spending 109 and driving 45 mins I was extremely disappointed. Staff in the pro shop was very friendly. Fairways were plush, greens were pretty good. However charging 100 for a twilight is absolutely criminal especially when you know peace of play is an issue. I liked the course and how challenging it was with all of the water involved, however I will not be playing here again. Would advise to go elsewhere that is a better value for the money.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Fair
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 01/29/2024

Dear everhetthazelwood,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us, we are extremely sorry about the pace of play on Saturday. We are happy to hear about the friendly staff in the pro shop, and appreciate the comments about our fairways and greens. If there is anything else you would like to share please reach out to jruedy@arcisgolf.com.

We hope to see you again. Have a great start to your week.

Best,

Jeff Ruedy
Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Poor
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Commented on 01/17/2024

Dear rogerspanier,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a 3-star review. Management loves feedback, if there is anything we could have done better please reach out directly to jruedy@arcisgolf.com.

Thank you again, and we hope to see you soon.

Best,

Jeff Ruedy
Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Fun. Challenging. Super wet.

The diverse layout is cool - makes it just challenging enough to make you think about different club choices off the tee. If your a slicer, brings extra balls - lots of water to the right. Very pretty course with holes over water, in between a variety of trees, descent bunkers & lush fairways. The rough is average length but curly in a lot of spots making it pretty unforgiving. 2 beverage carts was great, we were never short on drinks. Only complaints would be 1) this course always seems very wet in the morning - the ball plugs even on some drives in the fairway & it causes almost muddy conditions in the fairways. 2) arrive extra early to check in - every time i have been here the proshop takes FOR-EV-ER to check people in. The guys inside were friendly, it must be the system they use.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 01/04/2024

Dear tyl3r,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a 4-star review, we are happy to hear about your satisfaction with the course layout, it's unique features, the two beverage carts in service and the friendly front desk team. We've had some wet mornings recently, and our systems could run a little faster. I will share your review with the team, and we hope to see you again soon.

Have a great start to your 2024.

Best,

Jeff Ruedy
Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Needs Work

This course has gone down hill. Greens were good. Fairways were average as well as tee boxes. The bunkers are bad with limited rakes and most of them are broken. Overall I’m disappointed based on what it used to be.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
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Commented on 01/03/2024

Dear mdawson,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us, and we are extremely sorry about some of the rakes in the bunkers. I will share your review with the team, we hope you will give us another chance.

Have a great start to your 2024.

Best,

Jeff Ruedy
Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great Option

Living in the area, we had never played the course but decided to try it for a special occasion. Loved the option of having 3 separate 9-hole courses so that it was never a long wait or delay and pace of play was excellent. The course and greens were in good condition and facility was clean. We absolutely loved the Bar & Grille (restaurant) and thought the food was fantastic and prices very good. Great option for something different in the area and although a little pricey, definitely would come back again!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 12/15/2023

Dear u314161564745,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5-star review, we are extremely happy to hear about your experience at Ocotillo Golf Club. If there is anything we could have done better please reach out to jruedy@arcisgolf.com. Help spread the word for us, don't be a stranger and we hope to see you again soon.

Best,

Jeff Ruedy
Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Disappointed

Driving range balls very dirty
Bunkers were hard and not well maintained- untrimmed grass flowing into the bunkers
Cart path only yet no reduction in green fees

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Grenat golf course, fairways tee box and Green all in very good condition!

There nine holes with lakes and bunkers, good challenge. 3:30 pace weekday.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great Course for the money

I really enjoyed this course, we played the white and gold, and they were both quite challenging. Lots of water throughout both 9, various mounds in the fairways and a challenging amount of bunkers both greenside and in the fairways. The pro shop staff was a little stiff when I walked in but wow did they lighten up quickly and turned out they were very busy, but they were very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. I really appreciated both of the gents at the check in!!!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 34
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Course was not in bad shape after overseeing. Still a little pricy for time of season.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 28
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Not worth the Time

I had read about how nice the course was in the past. It shows as 4 stars but A big disappointment. Fairways were in brutal shape and long. No GPS on carts and nothing marked on fairways but for a few 100 yd markers. Greens were slow and inconsistent. Bunkers were not raked and little to no sand, mostly dirt and sometimes mud.
Pace of play was very fast - because nobody was playing - hint. I think this was a nice course when first built but they’ve spent no money or effort in upkeep. Won’t play it again. Sorry.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 29
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fun Track!

Course has a great layout with really fun greens will definitely play again for the right price! All courses in Arizona in my opinion are over priced but it’s definitely a go to for me nice course! Would like to see a Ranger once in a while, pace of play can be an issue on that course.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
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