Ventana Canyon - Mountain Course
About
The Mountain Course at The Lodge at Ventana Canyon, one of two Tom Fazio designs at this Tucson resort, is a classic desert-style target golf course has quick, undulating greens, elevated tee shots and a number of memorable holes. With four sets of tees, this par-72 course can be stretched to nearly 6,900 yards. The signature hole, the short par-3 third, is one of the most photographed holes in the Southwest and has been known to give up a few aces from balls that ricochet off the boulders that surround the green.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 72 | 6898 yards | 72.9 | 141 |
| Green | 72 | 6537 yards | 71.3 | 137 |
| Gold | 72 | 6338 yards | 70.2 | 136 |
| Blue | 72 | 5939 yards | 68.8 | 132 |
| Silver | 72 | 5733 yards | 67.4 | 127 |
| Silver (W) | 72 | 5733 yards | 73.0 | 136 |
| Turquoise (W) | 72 | 5335 yards | 70.8 | 133 |
| Copper (W) | 72 | 4695 yards | 67.4 | 123 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 72.9/141 W: 79.9/151 | 422 | 347 | 107 | 598 | 392 | 230 | 454 | 517 | 414 | 3481 | 353 | 445 | 548 | 292 | 183 | 435 | 169 | 403 | 589 | 3417 | 6898 |
| Green M: 71.3/137 W: 77.7/149 | 386 | 347 | 107 | 512 | 392 | 208 | 416 | 517 | 364 | 3249 | 353 | 406 | 509 | 292 | 183 | 413 | 169 | 374 | 589 | 3288 | 6537 |
| Gold M: 70.2/136 W: 76.5/146 | 386 | 336 | 104 | 512 | 361 | 208 | 416 | 474 | 364 | 3161 | 337 | 406 | 509 | 281 | 154 | 413 | 139 | 374 | 564 | 3177 | 6338 |
| Blue M: 68.8/132 W: 74.3/139 | 353 | 336 | 104 | 512 | 332 | 176 | 370 | 474 | 364 | 3021 | 337 | 377 | 443 | 281 | 154 | 335 | 139 | 349 | 503 | 2918 | 5939 |
| Silver M: 67.4/127 W: 73.0/136 | 353 | 279 | 98 | 486 | 332 | 176 | 370 | 447 | 350 | 2891 | 326 | 377 | 443 | 255 | 145 | 335 | 109 | 349 | 503 | 2842 | 5733 |
| Turquoise M: 65.7/120 W: 70.8/133 | 353 | 279 | 100 | 486 | 280 | 141 | 252 | 447 | 350 | 2688 | 239 | 286 | 426 | 255 | 145 | 335 | 109 | 349 | 503 | 2647 | 5335 |
| Coral M: 64.5/117 W: 69.5/128 | 299 | 279 | 100 | 486 | 280 | 141 | 252 | 447 | 350 | 2634 | 239 | 286 | 426 | 255 | 145 | 263 | 109 | 295 | 448 | 2466 | 5100 |
| Copper M: 63.2/115 W: 67.4/123 | 299 | 240 | 67 | 432 | 280 | 141 | 252 | 404 | 260 | 2375 | 239 | 286 | 378 | 209 | 102 | 263 | 100 | 295 | 448 | 2320 | 4695 |
| Handicap | 9 | 3 | 17 | 11 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 13 | 7 | 10 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 14 | 2 | 18 | 4 | 6 | |||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap (W) | 5 | 7 | 17 | 1 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 3 | 9 | 14 | 10 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 6 | 18 | 2 | 4 |
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Photo submitted by clubmanager74 on 10/12/2022
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Photo submitted by u000004321456 on 10/12/2022
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Photo submitted by u000004321456 on 10/12/2022
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Photo submitted by u000004321456 on 10/12/2022
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Photo submitted by u000004321456 on 10/12/2022
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Photo submitted by u314161470775 on 06/30/2022
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Photo submitted by hacksalot03 on 05/27/2022
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Photo submitted by hacksalot03 on 05/27/2022
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Photo submitted by hacksalot03 on 05/27/2022
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Photo submitted by bensonliao on 03/28/2022
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Photo submitted by u3831269 on 09/14/2021
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Photo submitted by u444820267 on 04/23/2021
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Photo submitted by u314161182673 on 03/09/2021
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18th box is a little intimidating Photo submitted by u000004619845 on 03/01/2021
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18th green. Photo submitted by u00000929108 on 02/06/2021
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Photo submitted by u572685527 on 12/26/2020
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Photo submitted by Gabby12jack on 12/08/2020
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Photo submitted by u314160856053 on 09/29/2020
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Photo submitted by weathercommand on 03/01/2020
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Photo submitted by bert1953pien on 01/24/2020
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Photo submitted by bert1953pien on 01/24/2020
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Photo submitted by bert1953pien on 01/24/2020
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Photo submitted by bert1953pien on 01/24/2020
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Photo submitted by bert1953pien on 01/24/2020
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Photo submitted by u766204156 on 01/20/2020
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Photo submitted by u766204156 on 01/20/2020
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Bob the cat Photo submitted by Brian7710472 on 09/10/2019
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Photo submitted by kmforney on 08/29/2019
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Tee shot view on #18 from the Blacks. Photo submitted by nickesquire on 09/02/2018
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Photo submitted by virgocurtis on 06/10/2018
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Par 4 # 10 Whale hole Photo submitted by retired123 on 01/19/2017
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Par 3 # 13 Photo submitted by retired123 on 01/19/2017
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Par 5 18th Green Photo submitted by retired123 on 01/19/2017
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Par 4 # 3 Photo submitted by retired123 on 01/19/2017
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Number 4 monster Photo submitted by David4702427 on 04/12/2016
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Yes, it's a long way down! Photo submitted by David4702427 on 04/12/2016
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#3 - Plays 99 yards rain or shine, and I believe it rolls right. Photo submitted by David4702427 on 04/12/2016
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#3 short Par 3 Photo submitted by David9262534 on 05/27/2014
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1st tee Photo submitted by David9262534 on 05/27/2014
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Photo submitted by David9262534 on 05/27/2014
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Photo submitted by David9262534 on 05/27/2014
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Photo submitted by 966bonita on 05/20/2014
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Photo submitted by 966bonita on 05/20/2014
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Photo submitted by 966bonita on 05/20/2014
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18th from behind green Photo submitted by Cinda1964 on 03/18/2014
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Photo submitted by Ayman0128 on 02/04/2014
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#3a real beauty. Photo submitted by Rob5910994 on 11/14/2013
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Photo submitted by Andrew3750072 on 10/12/2013
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Photo submitted by doncagle on 09/03/2013
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Mountain Course, Hole 3, Par 3 Photo submitted by eaglebeagle4 on 11/25/2012
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Photo submitted by u000005857062 on 11/03/2012
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love this hole Photo submitted by spectre1972 on 10/04/2012
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long par 5 finishing hole Photo submitted by spectre1972 on 10/04/2012
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not as easy as it looks Photo submitted by spectre1972 on 10/04/2012
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signature par 3 Photo submitted by spectre1972 on 10/04/2012
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par 5 with water Photo submitted by spectre1972 on 10/04/2012
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challenging hole Photo submitted by spectre1972 on 10/04/2012
So Fun!!
I'm an 8 handicap and golf all over the USA and this place is at the top of the must play again list! Greens were fast and smooth but would hold a ball, fairways and bunkers perfect. The views from the course are stunning, I saw a Bobcat 30 ft away. Course management is for sure the key here!
I’m going to Starr Pass
The gentleman in the pro shop was wonderful! The rest of the staff was luke warm. The set up for starting the course is laid out poorly. We had to carry our clubs down 2 flights to the pro shop and then down to get a cart. Less than happy staff greeted us. It’s high season. Add some staff!! Restrooms were less than adequate on the course. You finish at 18 and there was no restroom available. We stopped in to the resort to use the restroom and they were filthy. Give me one good reason to return here! You are one of the most expensive rounds in Tucson and delivered the least! Going back to Starr Pass.
Most scenic course
It was difficult to concentrate on golf during our first round at Ventana, because I was so distracted by the stunning views.
We played the Canyon course and look forward to returning to play the Mountain course..
Practice facility and starting area were accommodating, and easy to utilize.
Nice Desert Courses!
Great Desert Track in good condition !
Perfect for stay and play both courses !
Looking forward to returning next year !
JIm
I have reviewed this course for you 4 times now. Please do not send review this course again
Great layout and conditions
A lot of elevation changes and interesting holes. I enjoyed how many of the tee boxes are islands in the desert and you don’t see where you’re hitting until you get to the box.
We saw a bobcat at close quarters which was not at all bothered by golfers.
Only saw a drinks cart once, but there is water at the start and turn.
The restaurant at the Loews entrance to the course was closed, and the one at the Canyon Lodge seems to primarily cater to members, but we were able to get a drink after the round.
1st time and pricey...
Super fast greens, but they tell you that up front...great conditions and whole course was in tip top shape!!! Pace of play was exceptional...we were not rushed and barely saw group in front....I would love to play this more if it was not $200 per person....
Nice place but to me overpriced
This course was in excellent shape. Greens were nice but did not truly hold shots. Not sure if it was me or the greens but could not read/make a putt to save my life (normally a decent putter). Forgiving fairways and pretty nice size greens. Traps were nice too. Plenty of spots on the range with unlimited Callaway balls.
Great course
We now have played both courses and both are terrific. The views from the Mountaib Course are much better than Canyon. Course is in excellent condition. I will definitely play here again. Highly recommended.