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4.1
1144 Reviews (1144)
5 Stars
797
4 Stars
250
3 Stars
58
2 Stars
19
1 Stars
20
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.0
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
3.9
Amenities
4.0
75.6%
Recommend this course
1054 out of 1144 reviews
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Average Rating
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4.0
5 Reviews (5)
5 Stars
3
4 Stars
1
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
1
Conditions
5.0
Value
3.4
Layout
4.6
Pace
3.4
Amenities
3.4
StaffFriendliness
4.2
60.0%
Recommend this course
3 out of 5 reviews
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4.0
5 Reviews (5)
5 Stars
3
4 Stars
1
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
1
Conditions
5.0
Value
3.4
Layout
4.6
Pace
3.4
Amenities
3.4
StaffFriendliness
4.2
60.0%
Recommend this course
3 out of 5 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Style Desert
Par 72
Length 6836 yards
Slope 137
Rating 72.1

One of two Tom Fazio-designed golf courses at this Tucson resort, the Canyon Course at The Lodge at Ventana Canyon is classic desert golf, set against the backdrop of the Sonoran Desert enhanced by its surroundings of saguaros, deer, roadrunners, quail and birds. The 6,836-yard, par-72 layout rolls through the Esperro Canyon, incorporating a massive formation known as Whaleback Rock in its design. The golf course has several memorable holes, including a couple of difficult par 3s - the 13th and 16th - as well as the reachable par-5 finishing hole, which features a man-made waterfall.

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Course Details

Year Built 1984
Golf Season Year round
Architect Tom Fazio (1984) Andy Banfield

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS No
Pull-carts No
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes - "Ventana Canyon Golf Academy"
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed No
Dress code Collared shirt required, no denim

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

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Reviews

4.1
1144 Reviews (1144)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 37
19th Hole Scenic Views 26
Patio Dining 24
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 122
Bunkers 104
Undulating Greens 92
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 116
Advanced Golfers 93
A Weekend Splurge 82
This Course's Location is:
At a Resort 125
Worth the Drive 87
Convenient to the City 60

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Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 17
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

One of the Best

Beautiful course that is in great condition with a first-rate staff. One of Southern Arizona’s finest golf experiences. Thank you.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 115
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played

Excellent, but no water buckets

Course grasses in exceptional condition.

Bunkers, mostly good. I question if they rake every bunker in morning preparation, as some were very firm and not fluffy….inconsistent.

Wonderful layout, no waiting, some of the best greens you will encounter in southern Arizona.

Firm, and fast, but fair…..reseeding in a week, however, Canyon course to open simultaneously, so no loss of play. Scenery and views also add to a great experience.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Tw

Course in great shape. All the was great

The views on this course are beautiful. Paired with 3 guys and we all enjoyed the day

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful Day for golf

Great golf course along with some fantastic views of Old Pueblo. Pace of play was at 3:30 hours to finish at was awesome and we did lose a few balls. Over all a must play for anyone coming in to Tucson for GOLF!!!!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 62
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Perfect Conditions

Was a great day for golf, course is in outstanding shape. The truest greens around.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Best course in Tucson

Pricy but man is the Mountain course beautiful. Played from golds and just very scenic golf, incredible conditions and best course in the area.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 60
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Best in town

Seriously the best course in town. Pay the money, enjoy an awesome round of golf. You won’t be disappointed.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Interesting day

Course was in good condition. Wasn't sure why we were paired with two employees from the course, but they were delightful, so it didn't matter. It just seemed odd to us to be paired with them, since we paid quite a bit to play.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Gorgeous Course

Very nice course. My only complaint is they didn’t have ANY water jugs on the course which is very dangerous.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 17
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
3.0
First Time Playing

Don’t bother

Beautiful but sprawling course in very good condition. The greens are immaculate and roll as true as any course I’ve played. That said, I’ve never felt less welcome at any club in my life. From trying to book a tee time (staying at the resort for extended weekend and no one willing to assist with a tee time - finally made via Hot Deal on GolfNow for $100 to learn with my playing companion that he booked with the pro shop for $49) to the starter to everyone else we encountered, we were made to feel like we were a pain rather than a guest. We couldn’t get on until 1:00 pm and were told we needed to wait for a shotgun start group to finish but we couldn’t use the practice green because they were going to water. Was told there would be cart service “for a while” but that never happened. Finally got to the halfway house and the place was out of most beers (oh, we sold out) and was closing up. I’ll never be back to the resort or the course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Poor
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
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