Ventana Canyon - Mountain Course
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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.
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Golfer Photos
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The signature #3 on the Mountain Course Photo submitted by TucsonTom18 on 05/23/2026
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Photo submitted by J2KFVoWtB3fVqvpfWMaW on 04/14/2026
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Photo submitted by J2KFVoWtB3fVqvpfWMaW on 04/14/2026
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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 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
Golfer Reviews
course was on fantastic shape but..
The staff here was super friendly and knowledgeable and the course was in absolutely fantastic shape but the greens were just stupid fast. They were like putting on a pool table and getting approach shots to stick was next to impossible. I am sure your average scratch player would have no problem but us mid handicappers just found it frustrating, and the hole locations were very unforgiving. That being said, if you like that sort of putting surface then the course was flawless. Just not for my game.
Ventana Canyon, Canyon Course
Always a pleasure to play either Ventana course, Mountain or Canyon. Played Canyon yesterday, one of my favorite courses (and I have been playing golf for about 50 years or so!). Fazio track (as is the Mountain), with nice variety, winding thru Catalina foothills. For those who have not played this course, this is not desert target golf, although it is plenty challenging. If you are playing Canyon for the first time, be prepared for long cart trips between some holes - this course cannot be walked. Don't let that deter you as the course and the views are a great experience.
Real gem
Incredible vistas, great Fazio course in wonderful condition and terrific price.
Still a beautifully designed course
The Mountain course requires every shot and no two holes are the same. It was just overseeded and wet, so it played long. The greens are perfect. It was also a great value through Golf Now. The only downside is that, as a resort course, it gets players who are not capable of playing it slowing things down for everyone.
La Ventana Mountain Course enchantment
Hey, it doesn't matter if you sunk the putt because the Catalina Mountain backdrop soothes the competitive spirit in this scenic golf course. I highly recommend it to anyone.
Amazing course
This has to be my new favorite course in the tucson area. Great scenery and a great course.
good day
Our group of 4 enjoyed our time although, very hot, no players assistant out. So no towels and no one told us to use the key off cart to get into washrooms. That might be local knowledge , we were from out of country, figured it out for the next day on another course!!! Mile to drive on a cart just to get to hole #1 .No cart out and temp was 102||||| We golfed 6 out of 10 days on a holiday ,although nice course but with thick rough, not high on the list of the six courses we played at this time of year.
The course was better off the backs
Second time I played the canyon , this time I played the black tees , played from the gold two days ago ,as the wind was gusting and not played the canyon before . The blacks were about 300 yards further back but the blacks tee needed more range of shots . The course is in great shape , fairways great , greens great very fast away from the mountain , slow towards so to score putting the ball below the pin is a must !! . Next time Iam in Tucson will play this and the Mountain course again .
Great experience
Terrific experience. Beautiful views. Bring a camera!
Beautiful layout
Again, this is one of the top courses in the Tucson area. I would play it on a regular basis, if I could afford it. GofNow made that possible during the summer. I'll play it again when it becomes affordable again.
Thanks GolfNow.
Very good course
This is the first time I played this course and it did not disappoint. The course was in great shape the greens were quick but fair. Great views from the mountains on several of the holes. I would definitely recommend playing this course.
Greens and fairways
I played the Mountain course and was most impressed with the course playing conditions. The fairways were magnificent and the greens excellent. Very enjoyable round.
Ventana Canyon Course
This may be the prettiest golf course in the Tucson metro area. It is challenging but very fair. I wish it were less spread out so that I could walk it but that is my only ding for this excellent facility.
good course and great shape
It was my first time playing Ventana and it was in great shape, undulated and somewhat challenging for me. Overall great.
You want to play early in the summer
Plenty of rain this summer sees this course in top condition. Front nine more difficult than back. Greens don't hold shots well.