Western Skies Golf Club
About
Western Skies Golf Club is an 18-hole championship golf course open to the public, based in Gilbert, Arizona. Since its inception in 1992, it has gained recognition as one of the most economical golf spots in the East Valley, providing an enjoyable and friendly atmosphere for players of varying abilities. The course, crafted by famous golf course designer Brian Whitcomb, features broad, playable fairways along with thoughtfully positioned bunkers and water hazards, creating a design that appeals to novices while keeping seasoned golfers engaged.
This par-72 course extends roughly 6,744 yards from the championship tees and offers picturesque views of the Superstition Mountains. Its layout focuses on enhancing playability while still emphasizing precision and careful course navigation. Notable holes, which include various high-risk, high-reward par 4s and demanding par 3s over water, ensure memorable experiences throughout the game. Open throughout the year, the course benefits from Arizona's favorable weather patterns and well-maintained playing surfaces.
In addition to the golf course itself, Western Skies provides a well-rounded golf experience, including a cutting-edge practice facility featuring a driving range enhanced by Inrange technology, putting greens, areas for short-game practice, and learning programs. Golf enthusiasts can also shop at a fully stocked pro shop and dine at Mulligans Grill, the club's restaurant and sports bar, making it a favorite spot to visit both before and after a round.
Positioned conveniently just minutes away from Loop 202 and US-60, and around 20 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Western Skies appeals to both local players and tourists. The club fosters a friendly environment underscored by its tagline, "Where Locals Bring Their Friends," highlighting its commitment to customer satisfaction, affordability, and community involvement. It also provides membership options, hosts tournaments, organizes leagues, and holds special events throughout the year.
Ultimately, Western Skies Golf Club stands out for offering a pleasing and accessible golfing experience that merges quality course conditions, modern practice facilities, and outstanding value. The blend of a challenging yet accommodating design, a convenient location, and a welcoming ambiance has established it as a preferred choice for golfers across the Phoenix metropolitan region.
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Golfer Photos
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Photo submitted by u000002896151 on 11/23/2025
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Par 5 13th short desert carry. Photo submitted by u000002896151 on 08/03/2025
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Photo submitted by Uronthetee on 01/18/2023
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Photo submitted by ev9e92S0WTTQI5a5kWUf on 01/30/2020
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Photo submitted by ev9e92S0WTTQI5a5kWUf on 01/30/2020
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Photo submitted by Brandon6507912 on 07/12/2015
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Photo submitted by Brandon6507912 on 07/12/2015
Golfer Reviews
Management needs to pay attention
Course was decent but painfully slow group 2 groups ahead of us and never once saw a marshall. The beverage girl was absolutely worthless. The only two times we encountered her was we saw her at the turn while she was just hanging out at the clubhouse and second time was when we were driving in after finishing 18 and she drove by trying to make a sale. Pathetic!
Needs a marshal & we were thirsty
Course was in decent shape. Needs a marshal. The foursome 2 groups in front of us was over 2 holes behind, so we ended up waiting on most shots.
Only saw the beverage cart once when she was restocking her cart on 10. With a 5 hour round, I expect to see the cart more than once.
Fun Course, Super Fun Staff!
Western Skies is a forgiving, perfectly maintained par 72 course. The staff there are all super friendly and helpful. Especially Kyle, Jim, Mike, Geoff, Matt, Ryan, Ash and Payson!
Richard R.
Great Course, Friendly Staff.
Western Skies is a forgiving, perfectly maintained par 72 course. The staff there are all super friendly and helpful. Especially Kyle, Jim, Mike, Geoff, Matt, Ryan, Ash and Payson!
Richard R.
Great Course, Great Humans!
I love my home course! It's always in fantastic shape! The people there always treat me great! Including Geoff, Jim, Kyle, Mike, Ryan, Matt, Donald, Ash and Payson! Richard R.
Better choices around
Have played this course hundreds of times. I know this is difficult time of year as grass is transitioning. But, absolutely worst conditions since well before COVID. Ironically, they still use COVID as reason to not have drinking water on the course. Tried to charge me full rate even though I had a pre-paid Hot Deal. Not sure if new owners have taken over, but if they have, this was not a great first impression
Fun course, bunkers leave something to be desired.
Overall, the course was in decent shape. The bonkers though were very inconsistent. Some areas are normal, others are hard pan and other areas are in between. You may be in a spot where the bunkers are fairly normal and less than 2 feet away it is hard pan.
Great People, Great Course!
I play here every week because I love this forgiving course. The staff always treats me better than I deserve, including Jim, Geoff, Mike, Kyle, Ryan, Matt, Ash, Payson, Donald and all the rest! Thank you. Richard R.
Great Course, Great Staff!
The course is forgiving, with wide fairways and big, flat greens. The staff is forgiving too. They put up with me about 80 times every year, and always treat me well! Including Mike, Jim, Kyle, Jeff, Ryan, Matt, Donald, Payson and Ash. Love this course!
Richard R.
Home course and a solid one but charged the wrong amount
Love playing this course and play here often. Only complaint is that when I played there last I was charged significantly more at the course than what Golf Now said. Didn’t realize until after I left and went home and looked. Not sure why this happened but not cool.
Nice Surprise Close to Home
Discovered on GolfNow good value for 9 holes caught my attention. Reviews looked promising about the course, and brought my own water. For the value, it was decent course with a couple of par 5s and GPS on the carts that was easy to use. Did not try the food, but bought top and gloves in the proshop, not unreasonable. Even had a dressing room. The ProShop attendant came out to offer explanation of delay for our 4 some because we were teamed with other 2 some and they ran a little late and then the earlier golfers making the turn, set our tee off behind about 20 mins. The fact that he came out to explain was definitely a good sign. The GPS also let you know when you were behind pace which was good. Overall very good experience for value. We will return for sure and tell some friends about the course, too.
not what it used to be
Other than the greens, course conditions have taken a turn for the worst. grass around the bunkers overgrown. countless bare spots throughout the course. needs much green keepers attention to get it back to where it needs to be.