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Comstock/River at Empire Ranch Golf Course
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Empire Ranch Golf Course, situated in the picturesque Carson Valley, features 27 holes of golf that overlook the Carson River. Located just minutes from downtown Carson City, Empire Ranch's three individual nines offer three different 18-hole combinations that have a convenient location but still provide a challenging golf getaway. The Comstock/River layout features lakes and wetlands coming into play throughout. The fairways are also well guarded by strategically placed bunkers. It provides a fair test, but the golf course is forgiving enough for beginning and intermediate players. In addition to the three courses, Empire Ranch also offers extensive practice facilities and a staff of PGA Professionals who can provide golf instruction.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 72 | 6840 yards | 71.4 | 125 |
| Blue | 72 | 6392 yards | 69.5 | 120 |
| White | 72 | 5923 yards | 67.2 | 116 |
| Green | 72 | 5409 yards | 64.9 | 107 |
| Green (W) | 72 | 5409 yards | 70.5 | 131 |
| Red (W) | 72 | 4854 yards | 67.3 | 122 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 71.4/125 | 494 | 340 | 413 | 389 | 170 | 371 | 423 | 165 | 498 | 3263 | 341 | 523 | 444 | 207 | 355 | 542 | 434 | 194 | 460 | 3500 | 6763 |
| Blue M: 69.8/119 | 478 | 316 | 397 | 366 | 157 | 345 | 404 | 157 | 476 | 3096 | 330 | 487 | 407 | 198 | 313 | 511 | 403 | 181 | 444 | 3274 | 6370 |
| White M: 67.4/115 W: 72.9/128 | 454 | 297 | 368 | 352 | 139 | 302 | 371 | 144 | 452 | 2879 | 299 | 452 | 394 | 173 | 277 | 464 | 378 | 161 | 405 | 3003 | 5882 |
| Green M: 64.9/103 W: 69.9/123 | 416 | 265 | 350 | 324 | 128 | 267 | 337 | 117 | 427 | 2631 | 259 | 430 | 351 | 141 | 250 | 440 | 337 | 144 | 373 | 2725 | 5356 |
| Red M: 62.2/97 W: 67.1/117 | 351 | 241 | 313 | 289 | 112 | 235 | 328 | 98 | 407 | 2374 | 236 | 406 | 339 | 124 | 229 | 401 | 325 | 127 | 322 | 2509 | 4883 |
| Handicap | 12 | 18 | 4 | 14 | 10 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 16 | 17 | 13 | 3 | 9 | 15 | 11 | 7 | 5 | 1 | |||
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap (W) | 2 | 18 | 12 | 8 | 10 | 14 | 4 | 16 | 6 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 13 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 7 |
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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
Interesting layout
This course is truly better once you have played it a few times as many of the hazards are hidden and club selection off the tee is huge! Before playing, check the wind conditions.....that valley can get extremely windy. My round started off at 15-20mph but finished at 35-40mph.....it can wear you out.
Will be back to try on a calm day....overall, well maintained for early spring.
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Great time. Love this course
Good course for average golfer
I like to play this course with my 79 year old uncle. The forward tees are manageable for him as he doesn't hit it more than about 180 yards anymore off the tee. I can play the whites or blues and its a good test for me, a 20 handicapper. If my game is in reasonable shape, I won't lose more than a ball or two. A couple of the par 5s are reachable in 2 shots, and the par 3's have a good variety of distance. I expect to play here many times in the remaining years I have to play golf.
The bar serves excellent hot dogs and has friendly staff.
First Round of the year
Greens were in pretty good shape with the exception of players not bothering to repair their green marks. It's like the local drivers, they don't respect other drivers, these golfers don't respect the course, the game or other players.
It's early but there is so much goose do do on the course, it's hard to find an untouched lie. Not sure what can be done about that problem. It's probably an issue at all the other valley courses with ponds.
Great Course
Generous fairway, well maintained course, and friendly staff. Well worth the money.
Nice course and great staff
I've played this course twice in 2 weeks and enjoyed it each time. There are a few fairways that could use a little more water but it sure gives you the added benefit of longer drives. The greens play true and fast and the tee boxes are perfect. Ryan in the pro shop is very friendly and helpful. If you have a chance I recommend playing Empire Ranch.
Flat
Played this course on a buddy trip to Carson City. Found it to be an OK course. Could use a little help with the geese but the T-boxes, fairways, and greens were very playable for my level. I did score better than average for a course never played before.
Hot afternoon
We enjoyed our afternoon round in the sun. There were a few blind shots but once done were not a problem. Bring lots of water in the afternoon as there is only refreshments available after 9 holes. Course was dry in a few areas.
course
great value for the price.
fun course to play
easy course to walk fairly flat
Super value
A really great venue for all levels of skill. I will go back again & again. Great food & libations with fantistic staff !!!!!!!
Afternoon Play
Was concerned with a 2 pm T-time and 90 degree weather but it was GREAT! Course in great shape and although warm, the weather was nice and beautiful views. Was able to take time and not rush. This was a fantastic deal from GolfNow!!
great value
The course was in good condition. The rough was pretty long but the greens were in good condition.
Good value
Very good course and conditions for price...good practice area; course well marked, greens very fair- not easy but not tricked up, staff very friendly. Will definitely play again
Windy at least at 35 mph and could not enjoy the game
The course itself looked good but the wind was blowing hard, almost hard to hit any ball straight. It was hard even walking to the green or to hit the next shots after the drive. Had to quit after the 15th hole even after skipping the putting which is the most fun part of the game. The staff and local players said that it is usually windy at the course but not this high at 35 mph (?). Want to come back when there is no wind.
My wife caught a cold from the win and she had a rough time to sleep last night, coughing all night.
Empire Ranch
Course is in outstanding condition. Fairways were just mowed and the greens were just rolled and very smooth.
Great Value
Course was in good condition for this time of year. Pace of play was super. Great deal included a huge hot dog and a draft beer. Fun course.
challenging and fun
Would play here again. Friendly staff and three courses to choose from.
I like Empire
My rating right now is based on winter conditions so expect brown grass, hard ground, wind, mud hens and geese. But, so are all courses in the Sierra Nevada area.
It is still a great deal, challenging enough and beautiful.
great course
It was winter time so not much green put played a great game. Quiet, quick play enjoyable to come out and play in January when its 60 outside
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