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4.2
3565 Reviews (3565)
5 Stars
1142
4 Stars
1690
3 Stars
527
2 Stars
137
1 Stars
69
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.3
Layout
4.2
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.2
94.1%
Recommend this course
3193 out of 3565 reviews
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4.2
168 Reviews (168)
5 Stars
50
4 Stars
102
3 Stars
10
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.1
Layout
4.1
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.6
94.0%
Recommend this course
158 out of 168 reviews
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4.2
216 Reviews (216)
5 Stars
78
4 Stars
118
3 Stars
14
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.3
Layout
4.2
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.7
94.9%
Recommend this course
205 out of 216 reviews
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Course Highlights
Exceptionally friendly staff and year-round well-maintained conditions make Western Skies a consistently rewarding experience. Wide fairways, forgiving short par 4s, and strong value pricing attract golfers of all skill levels.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Traditional
Par 72
Length 6744 yards
Slope 122
Rating 70.3

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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Course Details

Year Built 1992
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Blue Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Brian Whitcomb

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS Yes
Pull-carts No
Caddies 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 Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code No tank tops or cutoffs.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Meeting Facilities, Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

4.2
3565 Reviews (3565)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 60
Brunch 33
Watching the Game 30
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 67
Water Hazards 47
Narrow Fairways 20
This course/club is great for:
Locals 77
Beginners 51
Seniors 51
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 75
In the 'Burbs 33
Worth the Drive 26

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Conditions Fair
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Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
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4.0
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Perfect weather
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4.0
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First Time Playing

Nice course!

The staff could be a little friendlier. No bag drop. Good people on course. The course was in ok shape. Greens were nice. Rough was dirt and rocks; but it is a desert course. Pace was good!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
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Reviews 4
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Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Perfect weather
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Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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4.0
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Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
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Reviews 6
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
4.0
First Time Playing

Golfers Etiquette

I was ready for a great round until a man who we got paired with showed up in jeans and his butt crack out the entire round and talked about coke and steroids. He also showed up with no golf attire.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fun day!

Got paired up with a couple of locals and we had a great day. Fairways and greens were good and staff were very friendly and helpful. The carts were good and we did round in 4 hours.

Patio after was great getting a look at the course and server was very friendly.

Was a good day and would return!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 13
3.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 384
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Arizona Advisor
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Previously Played

Pleasant day, got matched with a couple nice guys, little slower getting around today about 4.5 hours. Grass as in most valley courses could use some sunny warmer weather to help growth fill in and help the seed sprout. Greens need help from the golfing public. Come on guys, FIX YOUR BALL MARKS. I could have spent fifteen minutes on every green repairing holes.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course shape

I have been playing Western Skies since I moved to Az in 1988. It used to be plush and gorgeous . Now not so much! Now where there is supposed to be grass there is no grass. That wouldn’t be so bad if the fairways were overseeded with a little more grass. Plus the greens hadn’t been mowed in who knows how long. If I was the head golf pro and the golf course superintendent I wouldn’t be too happy. It’s not like it used to be! It’s gone from a 10 to a 5.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 88
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Played On
Reviews 16
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Greens in bad shape

It is unfortunate that the greens are in such bad condition. Due to others not correctly or even at all repairing their ball marks the greens are challenging enough. They are super long and slow as well, seems like they don't keep it very short like most courses.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Career Best Round

Shot 74, lowest round ever. Course is really flat, pretty playable, not much trouble. Will come back and see if this score can be beaten! I got nervous looking at card and needlessly bogies 16/17

Played this course once before, about a year ago.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once 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
Difficulty Moderate
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