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4.2
3567 Reviews (3567)
5 Stars
1143
4 Stars
1691
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
3195 out of 3567 reviews
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4.2
168 Reviews (168)
5 Stars
51
4 Stars
101
3 Stars
10
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.1
Layout
4.1
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.6
94.0%
Recommend this course
158 out of 168 reviews
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4.2
217 Reviews (217)
5 Stars
79
4 Stars
118
3 Stars
14
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.3
Layout
4.2
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.7
94.9%
Recommend this course
206 out of 217 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
3567 Reviews (3567)

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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Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Overall Excellent

Really didn’t know what to expect coming to a course that isn’t charging very much this time of year. First off, that staff is excellent. Best staff that I have seen in the Arizona area. Course is in great condition shortly after oversees. CPO today but still finished the round in under 4 hours.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Ho Hum

Course in decent shape considering reseeding. Good pace of play. Greens pretty slow and bumpy. Mediocre landscape and views.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 360
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 50 Contributor
Previously Played

Course is in Good Shape

Tee boxes mainly level, fairways lush/full and mowed, sand traps full and soft, collars a bit soft/damp (due to heavy watering), greens firm but a little slow, while rough was sparse. Great temperatures, with a subtle breeze made for a wonderful round. Pace was good (under 4 hours), with our foursome keeping up with the threesome in front of us. It was still Cart Path Only (CPO), but should ready for normal play in another 10 days or so. Great value with TeeOff Hot Deals. Get out and enjoy yourself on this course … soon!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Skies

Staff is accommodating, course is great, Mulligan's is tasty, and it's a great family or group hang out.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
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
Played On
Reviews 58
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course

I like this course…I understand cart path only but the cost should be less during this time!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 385
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Arizona Advisor
Verified Purchaser
Top 25 Contributor
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Staff was good

Staff was good but we were in the turn and we order 2 hotdogs and it took 10 minutes to get them but we told the manager that we needed to tee off and he brought them out to us. They were one of the best hotdogs we have ever ate. Kind of disappointed that they don’t even have the stand outside running because they are loosing all kinds of money.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course

Course was in Great condition! Fun layout and greens were fantastic. Pace little slow due to cart path only, but moved along ok.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 34
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Over seeding done

The greens were a good pace even though they were freshly over seeded.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 41
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Excellent Condition But Cart Path Only

The greens and tee boxes were in excellent condition. The sand is good. We would play again in the next two weeks, but they are extending cart path only for another 14 days.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 25
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

This is my home Course

I will always play this course whenever I am not dropping the big bucks to play the more excellent courses in town. I say more excellent courses, as in more significant views, desert scenery, higher-end. There is nothing wrong with this course (other than reseeding season right now; that's why it was rough today). I am biased as this course is 2 miles from my house but for a neighborhood course. This is my home course. Love it here

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Nice course!

Very fair course! Fairways were green and greens were fast but overall nicely maintained!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 128
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played

Good Day at WS

Other than the slow pace as we followed some beginners around the course it was a good round. Course was in good condition getting ready for overseed. I’ll be back!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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