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Sierra/Comstock at Empire Ranch Golf Course
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About
The Sierra/Comstock Course is one of three 18-hole combinations provided by the three individual nines at Empire Ranch Golf Course. Nestled in the scenic Carson Valley, Empire Ranch features 27 holes of golf that overlook the Carson River. Although the golf courses have a seemingly secluded location rolling along dramatic bluffs, they are actually only minutes from downtown Carson City. Sierra/Comstock features smooth, fast greens and tight fairways, but the layout is forgiving enough for players of all skill levels to enjoy. Empire Ranch, in addition to the three courses, offers a full practice complex with a 300-yard driving range and a teaching facility that offers personalized instruction for all skill levels.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 72 | 6573 yards | 70.3 | 123 |
| Blue | 72 | 6214 yards | 68.7 | 117 |
| White | 72 | 5799 yards | 66.5 | 115 |
| Green | 72 | 5315 yards | 64.4 | 107 |
| Green (W) | 72 | 5315 yards | 69.6 | 126 |
| Red (W) | 72 | 4719 yards | 66.2 | 116 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 70.3/123 | 494 | 340 | 413 | 389 | 170 | 371 | 423 | 165 | 498 | 3263 | 384 | 510 | 184 | 512 | 446 | 375 | 381 | 192 | 356 | 3340 | 6603 |
| Blue M: 68.7/117 | 478 | 316 | 397 | 366 | 157 | 345 | 404 | 157 | 476 | 3096 | 349 | 490 | 177 | 475 | 411 | 350 | 351 | 178 | 337 | 3118 | 6214 |
| White M: 66.5/115 | 454 | 297 | 368 | 352 | 139 | 302 | 371 | 144 | 452 | 2879 | 336 | 469 | 155 | 448 | 403 | 304 | 334 | 162 | 309 | 2920 | 5799 |
| Green M: 64.4/107 W: 69.9/125 | 416 | 265 | 350 | 324 | 128 | 267 | 337 | 117 | 427 | 2631 | 311 | 453 | 135 | 407 | 378 | 293 | 292 | 128 | 287 | 2684 | 5315 |
| Red W: 66.5/115 | 351 | 241 | 313 | 289 | 112 | 235 | 328 | 98 | 407 | 2374 | 256 | 415 | 98 | 393 | 349 | 267 | 268 | 112 | 187 | 2345 | 4719 |
| Handicap | 17 | 13 | 3 | 9 | 15 | 11 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 18 | 14 | 4 | 10 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 6 | 2 | |||
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
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Reviewer Photos
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Photo submitted by nsipes92 on 10/12/2024
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Yup, that’s the fairway, OMG Photo submitted by PzL26bOnDUDiVUvhDsbA on 08/27/2024
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Fairway Photo submitted by alwolff on 07/13/2023
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Fairway Photo submitted by alwolff on 07/13/2023
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Fairway Photo submitted by alwolff on 07/13/2023
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Rough Photo submitted by alwolff on 07/13/2023
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around the green Photo submitted by alwolff on 07/13/2023
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Tee Box? Photo submitted by u000003302779 on 08/25/2020
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Bunker? Photo submitted by u000003302779 on 08/25/2020
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Middle of fairway....no joke Photo submitted by u000003302779 on 08/25/2020
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Photo submitted by SomeDuskyOne on 05/26/2020
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Empire Ranch Photo submitted by u971452162 on 05/10/2020
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Photo submitted by u000004096789 on 01/06/2020
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Photo submitted by nvnolans on 01/01/2020
Fairways in terrible condition
I believe the flood a few years back has been detrimental to this course. It's not for a lack of them trying to repair it but it's gonna take some time and money before I would recommend this course for the current price of 40 bucks for 18. The price should be about 30 in my opinion.
Course is a little rough in spots. Sprinklers were running ona couple greens an tee boxes
For 40 bucks a person I guess it’s a pretty good deal but the course is a bit rough
Nice Greens
Greens were in great shape. Lots of bugs so I would bring bug spray
Played years ago
Course is in okayyyyyyy shape considering years ago flooding . My family played it many years ago.
Empire Ranch Golf course
Empire ranch offers 18 fun holes of golf, greens can be fast in the morning or slow. They've been pretty consistent this year compared to last 2 years, the 2 par 5s on the front are very reachable from the tips. When it is windy not so much, but the course is playing great. Not too busy on the weekends you should expect to finish in 3h 20minutes in the morning and after 10am 4 hour rounds depending on the groups around you. They are resending 3 holes on the back, these holes are marked not to drive on. Remember the 90° rule, drive straight across the fairway not up and down. Driving on the 2nd cut is allowed on holes that aren't closed for reseeding. 4.25/5 stars.
Improving
Been playing this course somewhat often over the last few months due to the value. It is good to see that a lot of effort is being put in to re-hab the course and get it in better shape. The fairways that were dead have been re-seeded and starting to grow back - especially on the back 9. Bunkers still need some attention - but overall seeing positive improvement every time we have come to play.
Fun Course
As a low intermediate player, I am enjoying Empire Ranch. It is quite lovely and in decent shape. Good value.
Ok for the price
Greens are overall pretty nice as are some fairways and most of the rough. Some fairways are almost unplayable in many areas so to make it more enjoyable we moved our tee shots to the closest grass area for the approach shot.
Excellent course!!! Super friendly staff, wider fairways, easy getting in. Highly recommend!!!
Five stars! A great course with an amazing value!!!!
A surprise
I had heard negative things about this course but found it to be in decent shape and the price was excellent. It is well-marked and the fairways are in pretty good shape.
Very good greens
Although a lot of the fairways are being reseeded and marsh like conditions in the fairways persist, the greens are in great shape. Worth a day out.
Lots of Potential
Lot of water damage from flooding, could be a gem, but needs some TLC
Under Const
Lot of roped off fairways, dried up water crossing fairways and muddy conditions. Pretty rough shape. Some holes were great, most were marginal and a few were poor.
They are doing a lot of work but it needs so much work,it will take months!
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