GolfPass Icon
Rating Index Rating
Tooltip Information Icon
4.2
4 Reviews (4)
5 Stars
3
4 Stars
1
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
5.0
Value
4.2
Layout
4.1
Friendliness
5.0
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.2
100.0%
Recommend this course
4 out of 4 reviews
Read Reviews
Average Rating
Avg Rating
0
5 Stars
0
4 Stars
0
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
0
Value
0
Layout
0
Friendliness
0
Pace
0
Amenities
0
0%
Recommend this course
Read Reviews
Average Rating
Avg Rating
4.0
1 Reviews (1)
5 Stars
0
4 Stars
1
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
5.0
Value
4.0
Layout
4.0
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
5.0
100.0%
Recommend this course
1 out of 1 reviews
Read Reviews

About

Holes 18
Type Resort/Private
Style Traditional
Par 72
Length 6800 yards
Slope 128
Rating 71.9

Gainey Ranch possesses three nine-hole golf courses that are combined to form three 18-hole combinations. Each course has a distinct character that provides different challenges. The courses were built on a lush, rolling meadow. The Arroyo Course has a traditional design with one of the most difficult holes of all the courses, the notable ninth hole. It gets its reputation from its tricky island green that is guarded by four greenside sand bunkers. The Lakes Course, true to its name, has plenty of water including dazzling waterways and even a waterfall on the last hole. Combined, the two Gainey Ranch courses create a scenic and challenging round.

Course Details

Year Built 1985
Fairways Blue Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Brad Benz (1985) Mike Poellot (1985) Mark Rathert (1985)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - $21
GPS No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Indoor Practice Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code No tank tops or cutoffs.

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities, Lockers
The Best Way To Book Is With GolfPass+ Annual
golf ball.svg
$120 in monthly tee time promo codes
waivedfees
12 rounds of waived fees
redeemtrophy
GolfPass Member Pricing
teetime protection.svg
Tee Time Protection

Reviews

4.2
4 Reviews (4)
Advanced Filters
Overall Rating
Recommended
Handicap
Age
Type of Golfer
Gender
Played On
Reviews 444
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Golf Advisor
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Mostly gentle desert-oasis golf

Not all golf courses in the desert are desert golf courses per se. Gainey Ranch is an example of what might better be called “oasis golf,” with a parkland feel and only occasional reminders of the desert surroundings on one of its three nines. Generous corridors and not a ton of length make it a relatively relaxing play, open to members as well as guests of the neighboring Grand Hyatt hotel, home to La Zozzona, one of the most over-the-top Italian restaurants you’ll find in the area.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 89
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played

Loved it so Much I played it twice

I played Gainey Ranch two days in a row because it was so beautiful and I enjoyed it so much. I don’t think I could pick a favorite nine or 18 holes - if you are lucky enough to get a chance to play here, be happy to play whatever routing they send you on!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 89
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 500 Contributor
First Time Playing

Gorgeous everywhere!

I loved everything about Gainey Ranch. The people in the pro shop were very nice, the starters were great and starters too. The course was gorgeous everywhere! Everywhere! I was able to play all 27 holes and loved the layout of the course at every turn. Special thanks to Alex in the pro shop and Sydney on the beverage cart for making me feel welcome!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 99
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Texas Advisor
Top 500 Contributor
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

Desert Golf rhe Way it Shoudl Be

We played the Arroyo and the Dunes nines on a mild and blustery weekday morning. These two golf courses are perfectly manicured

with amazing greens, fairways and tees.

There are many beautiful flowering plants, rocks, and decorative cacti throughout this layout.

The pace of play was well under four hours and there were no distractions here despite the existence of a small army of maintenance workers who did their best to remain invisible.

The Dunes course is relatively short with holes protected by large bunkers and steep berms. Every hole has a dogleg and none are straight

shots.

The Arroyo course plays longer, brings water into play, and has more sidehill lies and narrower fairways.

Swede was an affable and helpful starter who later showed up on the course to provide more helpful information. The proshop is fully stocked and the sign in went smoothly.

The have a beautiful clubhouse and the dining room was full at lunch.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Nearby Courses
Scottsdale, Arizona
Resort/Private
4.1666666667
4
Scottsdale, Arizona
Resort/Private
4.1666666667
4
Scottsdale, Arizona
Resort
4.5036232641
1226
Scottsdale, Arizona
Semi-Private
3.5684402445
974
Scottsdale, Arizona
Public
3.3797367399
1638
Scottsdale, Arizona
Resort
4.5738067062
1100
Scottsdale, Arizona
Semi-Private
3.38237313
3788
Scottsdale, Arizona
Public
3.0848817646
1879
Scottsdale, Arizona
Resort
3.4834277392
2546
Scottsdale, Arizona
Public
4.2274319163
3938
Scottsdale, Arizona
Public
4.2407680344
404
Golf Packages

Robb Report Best of Scottsdale Experience with Colin Montgomerie

$69,750 (USD)
SCOTTSDALE, AZ | This exclusive golf experience includes a 3 nights's stay at Four Seasons Troon North, 2 rounds of golf at Troon North Golf Club and a day with Colin Montgomerie.

Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort Stay & Play Package

FROM $157 (USD)
LAS VEGAS, NV | Enjoy up to 5 nights’ accommodations at the Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort and up to 4 rounds of golf at your choice of SouthShore Golf Course, Reflection Bay Golf Course, Chimera Golf Course, and Rio Secco Golf Course.

MGM Grand Hotel & Casino Stay & Play Package

FROM $157 (USD)
LAS VEGAS, NV | Enjoy up to 5 nights’ accommodations at the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino and up to 4 rounds of golf at your choice of Aliante Course, Snow Mountain Course, Lexington Course, Desert Pines Golf Course, TPC Las Vegas Course, Concord Course, and Sun Mountain Course.

Luxor Resort & Casino Stay & Play Package

FROM $137 (USD)
LAS VEGAS, NV | Enjoy up to 3 nights’ accommodations at the Luxor Resort & Casino and up to 3 rounds of golf at your choice of Legacy Golf Course, Las Vegas National Golf Course, and Desert Pines Golf Course.

Eureka Casino Resort Stay & Play Package

FROM $157 (USD)
MESQUITE, NV | Enjoy up to 5 nights’ accommodations at the Eureka Casino Resort and up to 4 rounds of golf at your choice of Wolf Creek Golf Club, Conestoga Golf Club, Coyote Springs Golf Club, and Falcon Ridge Golf Course.
Now Reading
  • Home

  • Memberships

  • Library

  • Account