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Conditions
3.2
Value
3.9
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
3.9
Pace
3.5
Amenities
4.0
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Desert
Par 72
Length 6954 yards
Slope 143
Rating 72.1

Editor's Note: Course closed for business in 2018.

The Golf Club at Vistoso in Tucson has never seemed willing to cower in the presence of its resort-course cousins. Paloma and Ventana are golf resorts, but the Golf Club at Vistoso is just a golf course, and a fine one at that. This Tom Weiskopf-designed layout was a "readers write-in" Golf Magazine's "Top 100 you can play," and is a "sneaky" favorite among locals and visitors alike. The layout is nowhere near as penal as Ventana or La Paloma, and if you can find better greens in the greater Tucson area, let us know. Take note of the 166-yard, par-3 third hole -- on a clear day (there are only 323 of them) you will have an amazing view of the north side of the Santa Catalina Mountains.

Course Details

Year Built 1995
Golf Season Year round
Architect Tom Weiskopf (1995)

Rentals/Services

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

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed No
Dress code No tank tops or cutoffs.

Food & Beverage

Bar

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities
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3.6
506 Reviews (506)
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Reviews 2
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I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played

Hidden Gem

Course is in the best shape it has been in 3 years. Well maintained and easy to get on to play. Strongly recommend those who played it when it was a bad to come back and try it again, u won't be sorry.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Previously Played
Used cart

Not what I am told

Played this course on July 28. Got a good deal on the fee. I would not have played the course if the person had told me the "real" condition of the course. He said that the course was in good condition. I guess his definition of good condition is different than mine. The fairways were 50 % bare and the parts that were grass were very thin. I know courses are scrambling for business, but at least be truthful.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

NOT WHAT IT USED TO BE

THE COUSE WAS PRETTY DRY AND HARD WHICH MADE CONTROLLING the ball in the fairway very difficult. Its a shame because this track used to be one of the best in tucson!! Third time played in 2 yrs and I keep hoping its going to get better.....

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Fantastic value

My first time playing this fine course. Gotta say, it was one of the BEST values I have EVER experienced as a golfer of over 20 years. I was impressed with the course in general- it was in very good shape, and the greens were fast.
The guy in the shop GAVE me a great course guide, but even with it, there were a lot of blind shots/drives. I birdied the "Desert Island" hole, which was listed as #1 handicapped hole, so my favorite. Lost a few balls, but found a some too. This is "Desert target golf", so be prepared to be accurate. Even after some rains, it seemed to be dry. One only negative was the LAST hole, a par 5, I put two balls into the wash/desert garbage as it is BLIND-( there are TWO par 5's in the last three holes), and I thought they could have a better "finishing hole", which left me with a bad finish.
All-in-all a great value and time on a fine course- I shot 85 for the round, which is good for me.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 52
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Always a fun challange

My score should have been better according to the course condition. This was a great short notice tee time. The pro was friendly during checkin. The starter was very courteous getting us paired up and it was nice to see him cruising around the course ensuring our enjoyiment. After the round, it was a pleasure to enjoy a nice lunch on the porch. I used to avoid this course due to its challanging play. The staff and conditions have convinced me to come back again with hopes to play better next time.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Used cart

Fair conditions

Course was only in fair condition. We played at 12:30 and most of the staff and starter had already left the premisies. The second nine tee to fairway over the desert is too long for a female.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Like playing on concrete

Course is dried out, Fairways and greens are hard as cement. Saw 3 divots all day. Bunkers are hard as a rock, someone stole the sand. This used to be a beautiful course, I don't know what happened !!

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Golf Club at Vistoso

Pace of play was horrendous. Group in front of us waited 20 minutes to tee off on the second hole. Complained several times to cart girl. She said every one is complaining and a group has three holes opened in front of them. She indicated that she let them know in club house. There was no ranger on the course.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

A visual treat

This may be the best public course for the free amenities, views and lush desert. The course has a great design which lends itself to all levels of golfers. The only problem that comes from summer rates is slow play from golfers who chose to play from tees that are above their level. The course is well maintained, the bunkers have good sand, the greens are lush and the fairways have a good stand of grass.

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Twice a year
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

This course is in great shape and has great features.

I felt very comfortable and enjoyed my round. I witnessed multiple wildlife, including a deer. I would recommend this course to all who are looking for great course conditions and fast play.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Average weather
Used cart

great vs. bad

The Course right now is in decent shape and I reserved a tee time for $15. Can't complain about the price. The woman in the pro shop was extremely attractive and helpful. She almost offset the attitude from the cranky starter who could have let us on a little early before sticking us behind two foursomes that played REALLY slow. He seemed to feel slighted that we got on so cheap and seemed intent on making us pay for it. I am reluctant to return.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 22
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Very good course

Course was in fairly good shape. Course was not too difficult. The only problem we had was being the first time playing the course and exactly where to hit it.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Day at GCV

Course is in good shape. Fairways patchy in some areas. Greens were great and the rough was low. The round included lunch which was very good. Service was also very good. Great buy for two.

Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Poor weather
Used cart

FRUSTRATION GALORE

Suffice it to say.....BRING Lots of Balls with you....and while we found over 20 Lost Balls, we also LOST a few of our own.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Getting better

The golf course is no where near to condition those of us who live in Tucson, this was one of the best public course in AZ, don't know if they will ever bring it back to where it should be.. the condition is average, not bad for the money. Too bad, they would be able to make a lot more money and get a lot more players if they are willing to spend a few extra dollars to maintain the course.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Slow play

A difficult corse for most players. Pace of play is very slow. Some marshall roam the course but do little to speed up play.
Nice facilities and a good mix of holes. GPS or a course map would have been helpful. Niether available. A course you need to play a few times to know where to hit the shots.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Walked

Great outing

A wonderful experience. I had my young (19 year old) cousin and his roommate as guests. Both are active marines stationed in Yuma. Lets just say that they sharpened their orienteering skills on the course.
A good time was had by all. Can't wait to play the course again.

Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 60
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Featured
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great find

Beautiful golf course. Must play more than once, some holes require previous knowledge
Very friendly and awesome lunch was included
The wild life was a treat

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 41
Handicap 25+
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Vistoso

This is a beautiful but deadly course. Almost every hole has a forced carry which makes it really rough for beginning golfers but for Advanced golfers it is a real gem. You need a strong drive and hit the fairways or else you are in serious trouble as I learned the hard way. This course kicked my butt.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great setting

Great value on a well maintained course and facility

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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