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At Carmel Valley Ranch, blue sky and bright sun are the norm. Courtesy of Carmel Valley Ranch/Joann Dost
The natural setting on Carmel Valley Ranch's back nine brings one very close to nature. Courtesy of Carmel Valley Ranch/Joann Dost
Carmel Valley Ranch's elevation changes and views are dramatic. Courtesy of Carmel Valley Ranch/Joann Dost
A view from Carmel Valley Ranch Resort.
A view from Carmel Valley Ranch Resort
A view from Carmel Valley Ranch Resort
About
Back along Snively’s Ridge on the eastern boundary of the Santa Lucia Preserve is a spot that is one of the great luxury getaways in the USA. It’s called Carmel Valley Ranch, and its Pete Dye par-70 layout is a very playable golf course that was voted one of the Top 100 Women-Friendly Courses in the country by Golf for Women’s Magazine.
Holes 18
Par 70
Length 6117 yds
Rating 70.1
Slope 131
Type Private/Resort
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Course Details
Rentals & Services
Golf Carts Yes - included in green fees
Golf Clubs
Practice & Instruction
Driving Range
Golf School Academy Yes - "The Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Academy"
Teaching Pro
Pitching & Chipping Area
Putting Green
Policies
Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes
Food & Beverage
Cafe
Restaurant
Available Facilities
Clubhouse
Spa
Locker Rooms
Available Sports
Fitness
Tennis
Year Built 1981
Fairways Rye Grass
Greens T1 Bent Grass
Golf Season Year round
Annual
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4.8
4.8 out of 5 stars, based on 408 reviews
98.9%
Recommend
408
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4.8
4.8 out of 5 stars, based on 408 reviews
408 Reviews
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Recommend this course
390 out of 408 reviews
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Conditions4.7
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Value4.4
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Layout4.7
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Friendliness4.5
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Pace4.5
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Amenities4.5
AI summaries based on real golfer reviews
Course Highlights
Carmel Valley Ranch delivers a thoughtfully designed layout with memorable back-nine holes, top-notch conditions, and a smooth pace of play. Welcoming staff and well-maintained facilities consistently make this a must-play destination worth returning to year after year.
Golfer Photos
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Photo submitted by Kirky on 09/23/2023
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Photo submitted by u000005320053 on 09/08/2023
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Photo submitted by u000005320053 on 09/08/2023
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Deceiving tee shot! Photo submitted by u000005748319 on 04/25/2021
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Photo submitted by QuantumGolfx on 09/19/2019
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Photo submitted by QuantumGolfx on 09/19/2019
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Photo submitted by QuantumGolfx on 09/19/2019
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Par 3 Photo submitted by dirtcakes on 06/17/2019
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Hole No. 9 Photo submitted by u857218100 on 04/23/2018
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13th Tee box Photo submitted by Michael2920799 on 09/06/2015
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11th tee box Photo submitted by Michael2920799 on 09/06/2015
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view from tee box Photo submitted by annek1614 on 07/06/2015
Golfer Reviews
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Such a fun course!
I loved playing here. About 6200 from the tips and back 9 tee off shots make you think twice.
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Always play when in town
Played the course at least once per year the past 11 years. It is a must play when we are in town. Don’t miss out!!
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Great Course but Greens aerated disclosed
It’s a great course but nowhere did GolfNow disclose the greens were punched.
Also the clubhouse closes early? We got there at 6:30 and they were closed.
It’s a shame. It’s a resort golf course people are there to relax and spend money.
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 1.0
Amazing Golf Course
Such a nice course and it’s in amazing condition. Talked with a fella named Jack on the first tee and he was super nice and welcoming and had a few jokes for our group! Thank you Carmel Valley Ranch for a great experience across the board
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 3.0
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 2.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 2.0
Difficulty 3.0
CMR Golf
Great experience! Love the course and beautiful scenery!
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
Conditions 5.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
A must play
Weather was PERFECT. I went off as a Single. Breezed through round. Tee Time was 2:10 p.m., finished @ 5:25 p.m.
Conditions 5.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 4.0
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