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4.2
3559 Reviews (3559)
5 Stars
1141
4 Stars
1685
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
94.0%
Recommend this course
3187 out of 3559 reviews
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4.2
165 Reviews (165)
5 Stars
50
4 Stars
98
3 Stars
11
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.1
Layout
4.1
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.6
93.9%
Recommend this course
155 out of 165 reviews
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4.3
220 Reviews (220)
5 Stars
85
4 Stars
115
3 Stars
14
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.3
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.7
95.0%
Recommend this course
209 out of 220 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
3559 Reviews (3559)

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 330
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
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First Time Playing

Boring

Open fairways

Boring layout

Very easy course even from back tees

Poor sand in bunkers

Nice greens

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Reviews 24
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
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First Time Playing
Used cart
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 34
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 330
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
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Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Nice course

Course us in good condition. Great course for recreational golfers. A few water holes but other than the 3rd hole they don't create too much of a challenge. Greens and fairways are green and lush, I would consider the greens more on the slow side.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 54
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great day

Course has quite a few wet areas that I haven’t seen here before.

Other than that love playing this course.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 125
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played

Good Course

Played on 3/4, party of four. Have played this course a few times and it’s a good track. Tee boxes good, fairways mostly good with some really wet areas due to morning watering, greens good, bunkers are the usual desert conditions which is dirt/rock/sand and hard to pitch out off. There is gps on carts, ice chests, no washers. Staff is nice, beverage cart around frequently. Be aware this is desert and if you’re off the fairway you are in dirt mostly. Would like to see someone picking up trash. Golfers need to fill divots and fix on the greens. No marshals were noted. Otherwise it is a good course.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 105
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
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good value

Playing Winter golf in Phoenix for under 100 bucks is always a challenge. The western skies course is laid out through a neighborhood of homes. The fairways are good, greens are good and the traps actually have sand in them. The pace of play this time of year is always slow, but my round was finished in just over four hours,so no complaints.

For the Phoenix area, this course was a good value.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice course for the money

Pace of play good. Course in good condition and staf helpful and friendly. Good experience.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Basic

Easy course. Nothing to really distinguish it. Very playable with few danger spots. The course is in good shape and our 3 some played in just under 4 hours with a 8:25 Tuesday tee time.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 330
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 7
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

Round at Western Skies on a Monday

course was in pretty good shape. There were a lot of muddy areas...not sure why. Pace of play was good and the cart girl came by several times which was nice even if we didn't need anything. All employees were cordial!

Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 211
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
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