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3.9
2060 Reviews (2060)
5 Stars
899
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
97
1 Stars
71
Conditions
3.8
Value
3.8
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.2
78.1%
Recommend this course
1774 out of 2060 reviews
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4.0
20 Reviews (20)
5 Stars
7
4 Stars
8
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.3
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.5
80.0%
Recommend this course
16 out of 20 reviews
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3.8
92 Reviews (92)
5 Stars
28
4 Stars
40
3 Stars
10
2 Stars
8
1 Stars
6
Conditions
3.8
Value
3.8
Layout
4.4
Pace
3.9
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.4
76.1%
Recommend this course
70 out of 92 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public/Resort
Style Traditional
Par 71
Length 6782 yards
Slope 133
Rating 72.2

Ocotillo is a one-of-a-kind golf spot in a state full of top golf spots, and the four-star golf course is suitable for both golf upstarts and old-timers.

Ocotillo's Blue Course is a watery grave; water comes into play on eight of the nine holes. It's not overly long but there's so much water the length becomes irrelevant. The best hole may be No. 1, a 590-yard par 5. Big hitters are faced with the classic risk-reward: Do they lay-up on their second shot or try to fly a tributary that splits the fairway about 50 yards short of the green?

The White Course is the most unique of the three. It has only one par 5, and the water is a factor on just five of the holes. But it also has the best hole on the property -- the 479-yard, par-4 ninth, which used to be an easy par 5 but is now a treacherous finishing touch.

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Course Details

Year Built 1986
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Ted Robinson, Sr. (1986)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker 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
Dress code Collared shirt required, no denim

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities, Locker Rooms

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Reviews

3.9
2060 Reviews (2060)

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Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart

Challenging, Fun and in Good Overall Shape

Was 2nd off the tee on a cold morning, but that made for a quick 3 hr and 15 round. General conditions were good though greens were fast and not in excellent condition (okay/good) but as such balls weren't holding well and running out a bit. Lots of bird/duck/geese poop on course as well. Staff was very friendly and it was a fun day. Not sure I could afford this every week, but it's always enjoyable when we are able to get out there.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 12/27/2024

Dear Breon1a54,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a 4-star review. Ocotillo is a unique golf course, unfortunately we do have some protected bird populations and employ 3 full-time employees dedicated to minimizing the negative impact to the playability of the course. If you would like to share anything else about your experience please reach out directly to jruedy@arcisgolf.com.

Have a great finish to your 2024. Happy New Year!

Best,

Jeff Ruedy

Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 12/21/2024

Dear glaleshire,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5-star review, we are extremely happy to hear about the helpful and welcoming staff. The entire Ocotillo family are extremely passionate about creating extraordinary guest experiences, it sounds like we accomplished our mission during your visit.

Help spread the word for Ocotillo Golf Club, don't be a stranger and we hope to see you again soon.

Best,

Jeff Ruedy

Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Spectacular work!

Shout out to Sabrina in the Club House she is welcoming and truly so nice to come to a club house with someone that is on the ball and spectacular

The course:

Great! But it’s very very muddy right now

Facility:

Range is good but packed!

All and all good

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 12/17/2024

Dear Wiggina,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5-star review, we are extremely happy to hear about your experience on the course and in the Clubhouse. I will share your comments with the team, and we hope to see you again soon.

Best,

Jeff Ruedy

Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Course gone down hill

Rough was dead and brow, fairways overwatered, bunkers are cheap, hard desert dirt in most cases, they seem to be transitioning in to real sand. Not enough grass on green, they roll fast which is okay, but the cup is placed on top of a hill/curve, so if you miss, you your ball rolls out further than where you started and back down the hill or curve. My index is a 14.2 and I shot 105 that day for these reasons. I didn't play my best, but I average score is an 88.3. I threw out the score card as I walked off the course and I drove 30 minutes to get there. Not going back anytime soon and I'm cancelling my Arics card, bc all courses managed my Arcis are average at best, with the exception of McDowell Mountain Golf Club.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 12/18/2024

Dear tschwartz1,

Thank you for taking the time to share your visit with us, it sounds like it was one of those days we've all had at Ocotillo when the game is slightly off. I will share your review with the team, especially in regards to course conditions. We hope you will give us another chance in the future.

Have a great day, thanks again.

Best,

Jeff Ruedy

Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Challenging, but Fun

Terrific day and wonderful experience. Perfect weather, good course conditions, challenge (so much water), but we had a terrific day.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 12/13/2024

Dear weharviejr,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5-star review, we are extremely happy to hear about your terrific day. If there is anything we could have done better please reach out directly to jruedy@arcisgolf.com.

Help spread the word for Ocotillo Golf Club, don't be a stranger and we hope to see you again soon.

Best,

Jeff Ruedy

Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Mud balls all day

Course is over watered and the fairways look like a first cut off rough. Greens were pretty decent though.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 12/09/2024

Dear Cbrasch,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us, we do have plans to lower the heights this week along with water cutbacks. The grass looks great, the greens are rolling well, Ocotillo is in fantastic shape. We hope to see you again soon.

Best,

Jeff Ruedy

Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 12/09/2024

Dear u314165713158,

Thank you for the 5-star review! Management loves feedback, if there is anything we could have done better please reach out directly to jruedy@arcisgolf.com.

Help spread the word for Ocotillo Golf Club, don't be a stranger and we hope to see you again soon.

Best,

Jeff Ruedy

Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Very nice layout but…..

……they have a major goose/duck issue that looks out of control. Action needed to be taken quite awhile ago as it looks.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
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Commented on 12/09/2024

Dear u314161503148,

Thank you for taking the time to share your visit with us, we apologize for the protected bird populations. Our maintenance team works hard every day to minimize the negative impact to the playability of the golf course. We hope to see you again soon, have a great week.

Best,

Jeff Ruedy

Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 31
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Bad Tee Boxes, but Great Course.

The tee boxes are mounded and/or not level at all. You could tell they hadn’t moved the tee box markers from the day before either. Also, just a warning, they make Arnold Palmers with Brisk tea & minute maid lemonade. It was awful LOL. Other than that, the course was in pretty good shape & most of the service was great. The starter (the one with the Gucci bag) is one of the best in the business. Always happy & still gets people started in time.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 12/05/2024

Dear tyl3r,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a 4-star review, we love to hear about the condition of the golf course and Jerry the Starter. I will share your input about the Arnold Palmers and follow up on the tee box markers. We hope to see you again soon.

Thanks.

Best,

Jeff Ruedy

Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 107
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 12/02/2024

Dear tamcivor1278,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a 4-star review. Management loves feedback, if there is anything we could have done better please reach out directly to jruedy@arcisgolf.com. Help spread the word for Ocotillo Golf Club, don't be a stranger and we hope to see you again soon.

Have a great day!

Best,

Jeff Ruedy

Club Manager.

Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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Commented on 11/26/2024

Dear tbcl0711,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5-star review. Management loves feedback, if there is anything we could have done better please reach out directly to jruedy@arcisgolf.com.

Help spread the word for Ocotillo Golf Club, don't be a stranger and we hope to see you again soon.

Best,

Jeff Ruedy

Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 11/24/2024

Dear Peter,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a 4-star review. Management loves feedback, if there is anything we could have done better please reach out directly to jruedy@arcisgolf.com.

We hope to see you again soon, have a great Sunday.

Best,

Jeff Ruedy

Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 23
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
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Commented on 11/20/2024

Dear Grizzlyrog,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a 4-star review. Management loves feedback, if there is anything we could have done better please reach out directly to jruedy@arcisgolf.com.

Help spread the word for Ocotillo Golf Club, don't be a stranger and we hope to see you again soon.

Have a great day.

Best,

Jeff Ruedy

Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 8
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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Commented on 11/21/2024

Dear thielmandavid,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a 4-star review. Management loves feedback, if there is anything we could have done better please reach out directly to jruedy@arcisgolf.com.

Help spread the word for Ocotillo Golf Club, don't be a stranger and we hope to see you again soon.

Have a great day!

Best,

Jeff Ruedy

Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course

Well kept great service. But couldn’t find the drink cart till last night on 15

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 11/17/2024

Dear Birthday1,

Thank you for taking the time to share your visit with us, we are extremely happy to hear about the great, well kept course. I apologize for the beverage cart service, and will share your review with the team. We hope to see you again soon, have a great Sunday.

Best,

Jeff Ruedy

Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Facelift needed.

Once a very nice and well-kept golf course community; it is now showing its age and it diminishes the golf experience.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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Commented on 11/11/2024

Dear jem0101,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We've received a lot of reviews about the course looking better than ever, I'd love to learn more about what is showing age marks. Please send any and all feedback directly to jruedy@arcisgolf.com.

Thank you again, have a great Veteran's Day!

Best,

Jeff Ruedy

Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 11/01/2024

Dear andrebe1,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5-star review. Management loves feedback, if there is anything we could have done better please reach out directly to jruedy@arcisgolf.com.

Have a great weekend.

Best,

Jeff Ruedy

Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great golf course

Course very well maintained.

We appreciate the staff friendliness.

Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 10/31/2024

Dear Robert9576166,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5-star review, we are extremely happy to hear about the level of service provided during your visit. I will share your feedback with the team, and we look forward to seeing you next time.

Have a great Halloween!

Best,

Jeff Ruedy

Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 22
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Previously Played

Just look at the picture

Absolutely the worst receding ever been playing here for 20 years. Must be new ownership because they don’t know what they’re doing. Greens suck they don’t wanna honor their ad prices that they send out bartenders a complete clown. What a waste of money look at this picture and they call this receding beer creek does better job

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 10/31/2024

Dear Brian,

Thank you for taking the time to speak with me today, and I apologize for the level of service you received during your visit. I will share your feedback with the team, and I look forward to seeing you next time.

Have a great Halloween!

Best,

Jeff Ruedy

Club Manager

Played On
Reviews 22
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Previously Played

Don’t play it

Hands-down, worst receding ever it’s a complete joke been playing the course for 20+ years lived on the course Arcus member must be new ownership people are not friendly don’t honor the ads on prices that they do and the bartender Jose is a complete clown asked to speak to the manager she wouldn’t even come out so I’m gonna write reviews. Hopefully people don’t pay the ridiculous money if they want to play the course greens are horrible. Receding is horrible. It’s a joke.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 10/31/2024

Dear Brian,

Thank you for taking the time to speak with me today, we appreciate your honest feedback about the golf course. The maintenance team has been working hard with overseed since mid-September, due to the hotter days the Bermuda did not want to go away. We should see quick improvements with the cooler weather, and look forward to Ocotillo being one of the premier daily fee courses in the East Valley.

We look forward to seeing you next time. Thanks again Brian, have a great Halloween!

Best,

Jeff Ruedy

Club Manager

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