The Hills Course at Red Hawk
About
The Resort at Redhawk is known to golf travelers around the globe and is one of the highlights of the grand golf destination that is the High Sierra. Located in the town of Sparks, next door to Reno, the Hills Course is one of two 18-hole runs at Redhawk and draws raves for its challenging play and incredible scenery.
Designed by three-time U.S. Open champion Hale Irwin, the Hills Course offers players a Scottish links-style layout that has small and dastardly greens, dramatic elevation changes, deep bunkering and immaculate views of one of the most scenic golf destinations in the United States.
While the Hills Course is a must play in the Reno area and will challenge long hitters with a 127 slope rating, Irwin added another touch to the resort. A unique, 18-hole putting green will have players competing, all the while improving their putting game, helping to make Redhawk and the Hills Course a standout in the High Sierra.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 71 | 7106 yards | 73.1 | 127 |
| Black | 71 | 6695 yards | 70.8 | 123 |
| Blue | 71 | 6244 yards | 69.0 | 116 |
| White | 71 | 5733 yards | 66.6 | 114 |
| White (W) | 71 | 5733 yards | 71.9 | 133 |
| Combo (W) | 71 | 5561 yards | 69.9 | 123 |
| Red (W) | 71 | 4980 yards | 67.8 | 121 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold M: 73.7/134 | 610 | 407 | 373 | 402 | 149 | 488 | 156 | 523 | 313 | 3421 | 700 | 242 | 450 | 151 | 397 | 392 | 480 | 437 | 424 | 3673 | 7094 |
| Black M: 70.6/130 | 570 | 389 | 322 | 370 | 142 | 472 | 142 | 505 | 294 | 3206 | 624 | 227 | 420 | 131 | 368 | 372 | 461 | 421 | 412 | 3436 | 6642 |
| Blue M: 69.2/126 | 499 | 355 | 301 | 330 | 136 | 457 | 127 | 477 | 276 | 2958 | 582 | 213 | 385 | 127 | 360 | 349 | 442 | 403 | 411 | 3272 | 6230 |
| Blue/White M: 68.0/124 | 499 | 355 | 301 | 330 | 116 | 424 | 127 | 455 | 276 | 2883 | 545 | 193 | 385 | 127 | 334 | 349 | 422 | 363 | 366 | 3084 | 5967 |
| White M: 66.2/123 W: 72.5/131 | 416 | 318 | 279 | 311 | 116 | 424 | 110 | 455 | 241 | 2670 | 545 | 193 | 354 | 106 | 334 | 329 | 422 | 363 | 366 | 3012 | 5682 |
| White/Green M: 66.0/120 W: 69.8/123 | 390 | 290 | 279 | 311 | 90 | 319 | 91 | 409 | 241 | 2420 | 417 | 146 | 354 | 106 | 299 | 303 | 396 | 363 | 366 | 2750 | 5170 |
| Green M: 63.0/109 W: 68.0/121 | 390 | 290 | 249 | 269 | 90 | 319 | 91 | 409 | 215 | 2322 | 417 | 146 | 313 | 106 | 299 | 303 | 396 | 319 | 336 | 2635 | 4957 |
| Silver M: 58.0/95 W: 59.5/103 | 310 | 212 | 198 | 200 | 90 | 214 | 91 | 310 | 159 | 1784 | 301 | 68 | 221 | 64 | 195 | 220 | 314 | 204 | 200 | 1787 | 3571 |
| Handicap | 7 | 3 | 11 | 17 | 13 | 1 | 15 | 5 | 9 | 14 | 10 | 16 | 18 | 2 | 8 | 4 | 12 | 6 | |||
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap (W) | 13 | 15 | 5 | 17 | 11 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 7 | 16 | 14 | 18 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 12 | 10 |
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Good condition
Of the two courses this is the better half though its effectively un-walkable. Was in excellent condition. The GPS and incessant messages from the onboard computer are a nuisance and very irritating. Two beers and a Gatorade from the cart girl was 16 dollars? You have to be kidding.
Beautiful Course!
This was my 3rd time playing this course, and shot the Best round of my life!! Course condition is superb and scenery is beautiful! Course knowledge is Huge, because of some blind tee shots and dog legs. My only gripe, which was kind of a Big deal because of Heat; was there were no cart girls/no cold beverages!! It was a weekday but still, the course does not come near the clubhouse on the turn so we were pretty much stuck out there. Minus that, I recommend course!
A great golf experience
We played the Lakes course, had lunch and then played the Hills. Condition of both were excellent. The Lakes course may better be named the Traps course. Someone said there are over a hundred traps. I found my share! But this beauty is a joy to play. The Hills course has to be among the all time favorites. We came back a second day to play the Hills again. Awesome.
The golf was a great experience. But the restaurant was a major surprise. Breakfast, lunch and dinner were all fantastic. A destination in itself. Great staff, great golf, great food..... We will be back.
love the course but....
This is the 2nd time playing the hills course and it did not disappoint. Groomed fairways and fast greens as well as a great layout. Only thing my partner and I could complain about is the hole placements. I like a challenge but it seemed every hole was tucked into a tournament position. One par 3 over water was put on the top of a null 4 feet from the edge of the green. Maybe they were having a tournament later in the day. It would have been nice to go to the center of the greens and at least have a look at a make-able birdie. But the course was great and can't wait to get back.
One of Reno's Best
Played Red Hawk's Hills course and it was in excellent condition. The fairways were green, the greens were very smooth and it's a very nice layout. In the Reno-area, I have played Lakeridge, Wolf Run and Red Hawk and Red Hawk is my favorite.
Good time
Nice course. Was more challenging after the wind picked up. Prices a bit high to quench your thirst.
Midday play
Course is dry and greens very bumpy,cart path only. Nothing noteworthy.driving range is really bad, dirty, the nasty mats you have to hit off leave crud on your clubs that's difficult to clean.
Redhawk Hills - wear running shoes
Off-season and dormant grass and they neglected to tell us that it was cart paths only. On the first hole, we drove out 90 degrees and the cart shut down and it took quite a while to crawl back to the path. Um, the grass is dead, what are you trying to protect? For a very hilly course, walking back and forth was very tiring and ridiculous. On many occasions, with all the undulations, we couldn't see our ball and couldn't gage distance which added time and frustration. The greens were in very sorry shape too. 5 bucks for about 25 range balls hitting off artificial turf. The speaker to announce tee times is obviously in need of replacement. Only one restroom, so be sure to bring an extra bladder. Only $39, but there are multiple other courses at or below.
In Shorts inFebruary!!??
This is the second time playing the Hills Course. The first time was in Oct 13. Due to early snow only the front 7 and 17 & 18 was open!!This time price was great to finally get to play all 18. It is February so that speaks to the conditions only being average. I had very little inter-action with staff as I was only in the club house less than 2 minutes. No starter at the first tee. but that could be due to the time of the year. I'm sure during the summer they have one. Pace was good, played in a little over 4 hours.
Nice views
Nice course aerated greens made putting difficult but that cant be helped. GPS always helpful.
Fun and challenging
Course is visually appealing and moderate difficulty. Front nine is not as challenging as the back. Fairways are very good. Greens are good.
Pace was very good with no delays on the front. Road block on the back. No marshals. Very enjoyable and will play again soon.
Very nice course
Really nice course. Our tee time was 4:55 and we had to pay $39 and have the cart back by 6:30 so we felt like we paid a lot for an hour and a half of play.
The Absolute best
So many superlatives. If you have a chance, play this course. Best I've played in the Reno/Carson City area. Well worth the Golfnow rate. You will not be disappointed!
Nice Golf Course
First time here.
Course was in nice shape, wind blowing about 20+ which is normal in the afternoon. The greens were smooth!!
GPS on cart was 10 yds off compaired to my Bushnell.
Course is worth playing!
bargain at $65
Must play if in the area. Great elevation changes. Greens quick and smooth. Nice layout of holes. I echo the other reviews that state pace of play issues. My twosome come up on a three some about the second hole and was stuck behind them all day. We would finish a hole and meet them at the next tee even before they could get in their carts to head down the fairway. NO marshall around.
Lakes Course
Played the Lakes Course for the 1st and absolutely love it. Front 9 is flat and open, while the back 9 will challenge you with elevation changes. Can't wait to play it again.
Hills Course-a must play course in Reno, NV
Had played in Red Hawk Lakes course few times years ago. They now open the Hills course to the public, and this is my first time played. It is so great and nice than what I am expect. It's much enjoyment than Lakes. This is the best golf course in Reno area!
Haven't had the best of luck here
We have played here twice and had issues both times. The first time they failed to tell us that a tournament was scheduled for that day and that we would be playing behind it. We got in 15 holes before it was too dark to play. No credit, no refund. It was just our loss.
The second time they didn't see fit to warn us that the course had been punched and sanded. With our early morning tee time with the heavy dew on the course the ball resembled a dirt clod and was all but impossible to hit solidly. Again our loss.
Have talked to friends that love the place, but I can't recommend it. If you are going to play there make sure that you nail them down on the situation and the course conditions.
Up and down with Hale!
I enjoyed the Lakes so much went back to play the Hills. Once again was paired with a local member by the very nice starter, Terry. The first two holes are deceiving - relatively flat. Saw a young coyote on #2. Then the up and down begins. Accuracy is key as the ball will roll and roll - sometimes not where you want it to. The sand traps are a bit diabolical - lots of grass on the front edges. Beautiful views of the Spanish Springs valley. Ronnie Gribble, the greens super, has a wonderful crew keeping the course in great shape. Another delightful lunch at David's Grill.