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.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 72 | 6744 yards | 70.3 | 122 |
| White | 72 | 6236 yards | 68.1 | 113 |
| Silver/White | 72 | 5990 yards | ||
| Red (W) | 72 | 5639 yards | 70.6 | 117 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue M: 70.3/122 | 525 | 184 | 546 | 201 | 361 | 359 | 186 | 441 | 435 | 3238 | 366 | 356 | 220 | 520 | 370 | 400 | 545 | 376 | 353 | 3506 | 6744 |
| White M: 69.3/118 | 485 | 166 | 511 | 179 | 348 | 335 | 165 | 429 | 350 | 2968 | 350 | 332 | 187 | 493 | 351 | 356 | 525 | 356 | 318 | 3268 | 6236 |
| Silver/White M: 68.1/113 W: 74.0/123 | 465 | 166 | 511 | 123 | 348 | 335 | 165 | 392 | 308 | 2813 | 350 | 332 | 159 | 493 | 351 | 356 | 508 | 356 | 272 | 3177 | 5990 |
| Red M: 65.3/105 W: 70.6/117 | 465 | 130 | 482 | 123 | 313 | 301 | 126 | 392 | 308 | 2640 | 312 | 302 | 146 | 471 | 323 | 328 | 508 | 337 | 272 | 2999 | 5639 |
| Handicap | 5 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 9 | 1 | 11 | 10 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 14 | 18 | 12 | 4 | 16 | |||
| Par | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 37 | 72 |
| Handicap (W) | 3 | 17 | 1 | 15 | 5 | 11 | 13 | 7 | 9 | 14 | 12 | 18 | 4 | 6 | 10 | 2 | 8 | 16 |
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Photo submitted by u000002896151 on 11/23/2025
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Photo submitted by u000002896151 on 09/23/2025
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Photo submitted by u000002896151 on 09/10/2025
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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 u000002896151 on 07/02/2025
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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 ev9e92S0WTTQI5a5kWUf on 01/30/2020
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Photo submitted by montgomerybc on 01/05/2020
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Photo submitted by Brandon6507912 on 07/12/2015
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Photo submitted by Brandon6507912 on 07/12/2015
Ok course
I have played here several times now over the past 5 years. The course conditions are always about the same, and I would say average. The most disappointing thing is the way the prices are going up. I paid $80 and that was a Hot Deal rate. I would like to see a course like this around $65-$75 as the standard rate. I would also say that the music played around the clubhouse is a bit much. We could hear it from out on the 8th tee box. I'm sure the neighbors don't appreciate that.
Good shape, fair price.
Western Skies is a decent course that I have played over the years. It had a spell of a few years where it dropped into a bit of a funk (dry, poor fairways etc.), but it has come back nicely in the past 4 or 5 years. This isn't some plush Scottsdale resort, but it is a nice little track that has some fun holes. Course was in good shape, faiways, greens and teeboxes were good. The rough was cut close and it was dry, so it was easy to play from too. Staff has always been friendly and upbeat. No stuffiness, just play and have fun!
Small customer service problems
It would be nice to have bag boys greet you as you pull up and take your clubs to a cart, as you have to walk a distance from the parking lot to the carts.
Also we saw a beverage cart only twice and then she never checked with us to see if we wanted anything, she just kept on driving. We certainly would have liked to purchase something. Other than that the course was in good shape and challenging and we would definitely play again.
Western Skies good value in the East Valley
Beautiful weather, course in good shape. Tee boxes could use some work.
Great for the money
Hard to find anything decent for under $100 around here this time of year, but this place was very nice. The fairways and greens were all in good shape. Pace of play was good. It’s not a very memorable or challenging course, though.
Nice Course
The course is in great shape, although some of the tea boxes are getting a little rough- not surprisi g with the volume of golfers. Everyone of the staff are friendly and helpful. The pace of play was great...finished 18 in 3 1/2 hrs!
HS Reunion
The course was pretty much the same as last year. Greens rolled good with average speed.
Great condition
Haven’t played for a couple of years. Course is in best condition I can remember it ever being in. Teed off at noon. 3 1/2 hours awesome pace.
Western Skies
Course was in good shape...pace of play was good...staff was friendly...
In Great Shape
Course was in fine shape esp the greens. Receptive, true, best I have ever seen in several years. No marshal on the course to hustle the slow Groupon front of us along and the restaurant didn’t answer their phone so that slowed us down at the turn. Otherwise, quite a fun day!
Best Value in the Valley
A morning tee time in spring at any full length par 72 18 hole course in the valley is probably ~$130 or more on average - so getting on here at 8:30 AM for 100 dollars is already a huge win. The course is simple straighforward, with out and backs for each 9 between endless suburban track homes, just like 70% of the golf courses here. Not really any grass in the rough and bare dirt up to the home fences, but fairways were perfect, and the greens were every bit as good as any you'd find on a troon managed course. The course is pretty easy, plenty or room to the right side if you tend slice the driver as a right hander. (I do.) You just can't beat this course for the valve in the prime season. If I lived a little closer I'd play it every weekend.
Western Skies
I am a bogey golfer. The course is very forgiving with decent fairways and fairly easy approaches. The greens roll fairly true and are mostly straight. In comparison to other courses I have golfed in the area it is a decent value. The club house staff was friendly and helpful. The only drawback was the beverage cart driver that just kept going even after we waved to them and yelled for them to stop.