del Lago Golf Club in Vail, Arizona, USA | GolfPass
del Lago GC
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4.0
1520 Reviews 1520 Reviews
5 Stars
555
4 Stars
701
3 Stars
171
2 Stars
64
1 Stars
29
Conditions
3.7
Value
4.1
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.1
88.3%
Recommend this course
1379 out of 1520 reviews
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Average Rating
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3.8
124 Reviews 124 Reviews
5 Stars
32
4 Stars
51
3 Stars
27
2 Stars
9
1 Stars
5
Conditions
3.4
Value
3.8
Layout
4.4
Pace
3.8
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.6
82.3%
Recommend this course
102 out of 124 reviews
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Avg Rating
3.8
187 Reviews 187 Reviews
5 Stars
51
4 Stars
82
3 Stars
34
2 Stars
12
1 Stars
8
Conditions
3.4
Value
4.0
Layout
4.4
Pace
3.9
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.5
85.6%
Recommend this course
160 out of 187 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Desert
Par 72
Length 7206 yards
Slope 135
Rating 73.9

del Lago Golf Club sits at an elevation of 3,400 feet, enjoying a temperature that is five degrees cooler than Tucson in the summer, which makes a big difference under the hot Arizona sun. Winding through the hills and valleys of the high desert, the golf course features over 120 feet of elevation changes that present tricky uneven lies. The dramatic undulations also offer beautiful views of the Rincon and Santa Catalinas Mountain ranges. Golfers start at the highest point on the course and then play down into the valley before getting to the back nine, which plays along the Pantano Wash. The first hole is the only forced carry on the course, the remaining holes are friendlier off the tees. Seven lakes dot the golf course, coming into play on six holes, and there is also heavy bunkering around the greens.

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Course Details

Year Built 2000
Fairways Bermuda/Rye Grass
Greens Tif Eagle Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Dick Nugent (2000) Tim Nugent (2000)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS No
Pull-carts No
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Yes
Walking Allowed No
Dress code Collared shirt required, no denim

Food & Beverage

Restaurant
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Reviews

4.0
1520 Reviews (1520)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 71
Patio Dining 59
19th Hole Scenic Views 40
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 110
Forced Carries 94
Water Hazards 93
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 84
Locals 78
Advanced Golfers 77
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 107
Convenient to the City 51
In the 'Burbs 43

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Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Awesome

The course and staff were absolutely amazing with the exception of Rocky that worked the desk. Just seemed unhappy to be there and not very friendly

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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2.0
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Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
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Not even worth the 60$

Horrible course conditions. The only grass is on the tee boxes and greens. Greens rolled way too slow.
Hard to find and green grass on any fairway besides the 18th hole.
I would maybe play this course again if it were 20$

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Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 47
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

One of the best places within 50 miles

I used to live in Southern AZ while I was in the Army. I failed to remember the lack of water in AZ and just what that means. This past week I played several courses in Arizona. All much more expensive than Del Lago. This place has a great driving range and a great place to eat. The golf carts have actual get up and go. But-most important of all Del Lago has the best grass.. the best Tee boxes,, the best fairways, the very best greens. The course itself is chalenging enough for anyone---each hole has 4 tee boxes.. water hazards are in play on many holes--but--with some brains and planning they can be avoided. If you are in the Tucson area--this is the place to play.

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Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

Nice Layout

Challenging layout but fair. The staff was very friendly and helpful. It was a very windy day so it made the course harder than it should be. The greens were consistent and rolled true.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Del Lago Golf Course Tucson Az.

This was our first time at this course. As high handicap
golfers. We found the course very challenging. Some Narrow fairways, water and desert hazards took a toll on us.
We had a good time overall. And we will be back. If you like a challenge, come try this course.
Very good staff.

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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Great layout with fabulous greens

This is the middle of April so I was expecting the fairways to be greener. There is a lot dirt or very tight lies throughout the fairways. More reclaimed water on these fairways will help. However, as dry as the fairways were, the greens were in perfect shape. Plenty of water here. Greens were very challenging but putted true. I played Del Lago ten years ago and the fairways were never this dry in April. As always, the pro shop and snack bar folks were very friendly and helpful.

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Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Played On
Reviews 22
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Second Visit to Del Lago: Still Too Slow

This is my second time playing at Del Lago, and while the layout of the course has potential, the overall experience continues to fall short. The fairways had several brown patches and bare spots, which made for inconsistent lies. The greens were extremely slow—slower than what you'd expect even for a casual round.

But the biggest issue, both times I've played here, is the pace of play. I found myself waiting on almost every shot because the groups ahead were so backed up. It really disrupted the flow of the game and made for a frustrating experience.

Unless they find a way to speed up play and improve course conditions, I’m not in a hurry to come back for a third round.

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Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 32
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

GREENS A TAD SLOW

Greens were a tad slow but with the hot and dry weather that we have had I wouldn't want them to burn, greens were in good condition.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 22
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 21
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course - conditions are marginal

I love playing this course, it’s close to where I live, and the layout is excellent, staff is also friendly and rates are reasonable. But the conditions aren’t very good right now. The greens are slow and there’s lots of bear lies

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Conditions Fair
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
2.0
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First Time Playing

Needs more shade areas

Sand bunkers were really bad no sand no shade anywhere had to hit right down middle no landing just rock sand but really challenging because you don't know the ins and outs

Conditions Poor
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course conditions are rough

I am local to the area and have played many rounds at Del Lago, and the conditions right now are way below where they have been in the past. The greens are a little bumpy on most holes and the green speeds are considerably slower than when they are at their best. The biggest problem though is the many bare spots in the fairways. I saw some good reviews from earlier in the month, so wanted to set the record straight. I’ll be holding off playing here for a while to see if things improve.

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Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Greens little slower than usual, but always love this course.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Excellent experience

Unquestionably my favorite course in Tucson. Maintenance is fabulous greens run true and will hold a good shot when you hit. Like any course into some there are some bare spots on the fairways, but there’s always green grass there to hit. I personally love the way this course is designed because it is built in a housing development, but they left vegetation border between the course and the homes on either side of any hole. It makes it beautiful and safe. Plus you get to see a lot of wildlife. Highly advise play this course.

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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 51
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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