Dove Valley Ranch Golf Club
Just north of Phoenix, in an area normally known for its pricey private courses, golfers will find the spectacularly scenic Dove Valley Ranch, as close to a country club as public courses get. Throw in a one-of-a-kind saloon stop and you have one of the most memorable days of golf in Arizona.
Just north of Phoenix, in an area normally known for its pricey private courses, golfers will find the spectacularly scenic Dove Valley Ranch, as close to a country club as public courses get. Throw in a one-of-a-kind saloon stop and you have one of the most memorable days of golf in Arizona.
Robert Trent Jones Jr. blends Dove Valley Ranch into a near-perfect mix of challenge and playability. He built a series of bunkers to blend into the land, but also provided a lot of large landing and bailout areas.
Dove Valley also sits on historic land. As early as A.D. 300, the Hohokam people lived on the very same land the golf course sits on today. These people were known as the first farmers of the southwest. In fact, shards of clay pottery have been found by golfers searching in the surrounding desert for errant balls. The beautiful clubhouse also has its display of relics as well.
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Golf course details
- Holes: 18
- Designed by: Robert Trent Jones, Jr.
- Public/Private: Public
- Year opened: 1998
- Golf Season: Year round
- Guest Policy: Open
- Tee times welcomed: Yes
- Fairways: Bermuda Grass
- Greens: Mini Verde Grass
Facilities
- Pro in house: Yes
- Driving range: Yes
- Rental clubs: Yes
- Rental carts: Yes - included in green fees
Green fees price ranges
- Week days: $26 - $150
- Weekends: $26 - $150
- Tee times from $19 - Check prices
Course policies
- Metal spikes allowed: No
- Dress code: Collared shirt required, no denim
- Credit cards accepted: VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Length, slope and rating for each tee
| Tee | Par | Yardage | Slope | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 72 | 6138 | 118 | 67.8 |
| Gold | 72 | 6630 | 124 | 70.2 |
| Green (W) | 72 | 5337 | 117 | 70.2 |
| Black | 72 | 7011 | 131 | 72.7 |
| White (W) | 72 | 6138 | 127 | 72.5 |
Reader Ratings / Reviews
- I played golf last Sunday and I was so disappointed. Marshall came to the 15th hole and told us that play was too slow and he kept following us until the 18th hole. I felt like someone was watching and I could not play golf. When we finished the 18th hole and checked the time, it took about 4 hours and 20 minutes. I think I played golf on average. I do not know why I should be stressed when I play golf and I feel so bad. So I will not use this golf course anymore. If someone uses this golf course, I would suggest not to go there. I am really regretful about driving long distance from Los Angeles to Phoenix