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Rancho Manana Golf Club

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4.2
2455 Reviews (2455)
5 Stars
1200
4 Stars
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3 Stars
262
2 Stars
90
1 Stars
43
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.2
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.3
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88.8%
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2184 out of 2455 reviews
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4.4
69 Reviews (69)
5 Stars
35
4 Stars
26
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.0
Layout
4.5
Pace
3.9
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.6
92.8%
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64 out of 69 reviews
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4.2
177 Reviews (177)
5 Stars
79
4 Stars
67
3 Stars
18
2 Stars
10
1 Stars
3
Conditions
3.9
Value
4.1
Layout
4.6
Pace
3.9
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.5
87.0%
Recommend this course
154 out of 177 reviews
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Course Highlights
Rancho Manana's scenic layout consistently challenges golfers of all skill levels with creative, target-style holes that reward smart club selection. Friendly staff and solid course conditions make this Arizona favorite a strong value for the area.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Style Desert
Par 70
Length 6016 yards
Slope 128
Rating 66.7

Rancho Manana Golf Club has one of the prettier courses in Cave Creek-Scottsdale, located high in the Sonora and combining vistas with testing golf. It offers a par-70 championship golf course laid out over elevations that change dramatically right up alongside the untouched desert and the indigenous wildlife that comes with that, as well as an old-school dude ranch that has been incorporated into the golf resort. Low-handicap golfers will be challenged by the golf course, but it's not so tough that other levels of golfer will be turned away.

The Rancho Manana Golf Club offers golf to the public and is conveniently located just 20 minutes off the highway.

After a round of golf at the Rancho Manana Golf Club, stick around for around and maybe some eats at the Tonto Bar & Grill, which has received several awards and is listed among Arizona's top 100 restaurants.

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Tees
Tee Par Length Rating Slope
Blue 70 6016 yards 66.7 128
Blue (W) 70 6016 yards 70.9 134
White 70 5407 yards 64.0 119
White (W) 70 5407 yards 68.0 126
Red (W) 70 4464 yards 64.1 112
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Scorecard for Rancho Manana Golf Club
Metrics:
Hole 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Out 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 In Total
Blue M: 66.7/128 W: 71.6/132 398 391 374 379 168 465 207 272 192 2846 514 126 401 384 148 377 508 156 556 3170 6016
White M: 64.0/119 W: 68.5/125 368 312 329 336 154 422 172 257 167 2517 482 110 366 310 131 333 493 141 524 2890 5407
Red M: 61.0/107 W: 63.7/114 281 259 249 276 110 393 131 239 147 2085 405 93 316 271 113 239 450 117 375 2379 4464
Handicap 7 9 3 1 17 11 13 15 5 6 18 8 12 16 10 2 14 4
Par 4 4 4 4 3 5 3 4 3 34 5 3 4 4 3 4 5 3 5 36 70

Course Details

Year Built 1989
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Tiff-Dwarf Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Bill Johnston (1989)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS No
Pull-carts No
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range 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
Walking Allowed No
Dress code Collared shirt and bermuda shorts required. No denim.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Spa, Locker Rooms

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards
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Reviews

4.2
2455 Reviews (2455)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 65
Patio Dining 64
Amazing Food 49
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 135
Narrow Fairways 92
Bunkers 68
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 126
Locals 78
Advanced Golfers 58
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 113
In the 'Burbs 45
At a Resort 43

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u979632527
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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u314161673397
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

John V

Priced high compared to other courses. If greens were faster and pace of play was quicker then it would warrant the fee. Staff is great.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
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Dwalser25
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

One of the best courses in Arizona

If you ever get the chance to play Rancho Manana, do it! It’s a great layout with beautiful views.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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stevareeno13
Played On
Reviews 13
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
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Marty4193508
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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jrneal
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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u456444018
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

The course is in a beautiful setting but is poorly maintained!

The greens are VERY slow and bumpy! NO EXCUSE for poor condition......especially in early summer season. Alot of invasive "Stinknet" weeds lined several fairways. Again, NO EXCUSE for that either. That weed is VERY flamable now that it is dried out. The course is in a very upper-end area but is poorly maintained.....VERY DISAPPOINTING!!

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
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Vicain
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Best value in North Scottsdale/Phoenix

This is my “go to” course for out of town visitors. Several fantastic elevated tee boxes and great views all around. This is a course to use your brains vs brawn. Check it out before you go on your favorite app, or be sure to follow the advise of the Marshalls. One hole is 179, bit plays 135 the drop is so far.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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jasnyde9
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Gorgeous

Great views, nice layout, shot well. Got a great deal and will be back

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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u000001165082
Played On
Reviews 26
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Roller coaster layout

Lots of up and downhill shots make it interesting but the greens were slow and not in great shape. A fun round in spite of the snake warning signs we saw no snakes. Very tight and fairly short but a good challenge. Will go back again.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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u697979861
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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bpOB9xQ65Oib5AJ1FsrB
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

WORTH EVERY PENNY

Played here on a Saturday with my brother and brother in law, the course reminded me of Sedona Golf Resort mixed with a few elevated holes at Lookout Mountain. Secluded, quiet and gorgeous. The starter was freakin’ awesome, and the rangers were incredibly nice. We got held up a bit on the last 2 holes but we didn’t mind, it was one of the best days of golf we’ve had in a while. Already looking for my next group to play as soon as possible. Do not miss this course!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
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vincecampanaro
Played On
Reviews 33
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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u314161760219
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap Don't know
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Great course

Really good course. The varying elevation allows incredible views and challenging golf dynamics. Course needed some Green smoothing but wasn't a big deal. Location is challenging inside a complex. Need a real clubhouse vice the restaurant on site. All in all, fantastic experience and a fun round.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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davidyip4
Played On
Reviews 50
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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u314163720732
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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u314163720732
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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u543838177
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
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u000003392343
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Used cart

Desert Target Golf

If you like that gimmicky desert, target golf this is for you. Hitting Par 3 short irons off a cliff into greens (190 but plays 135), teeing off with irons this is for you. Small greens, tight fairways that kind of vibe. Feels jammed in to a tight space.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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alinteso1
Played On
Reviews 5
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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