The Raven Golf Club at Three Peaks
View of a green from The Raven Golf Club at Three Peaks.
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3.7
471 Reviews (471)
5 Stars
187
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126
3 Stars
72
2 Stars
47
1 Stars
39
Conditions
3.2
Value
3.3
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.3
Pace
3.8
Amenities
3.8
66.9%
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343 out of 471 reviews
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3.0
2 Reviews (2)
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3.0
Value
3.0
Layout
4.5
Pace
3.5
Amenities
5.0
StaffFriendliness
4.5
50.0%
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1 out of 2 reviews
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3.6
33 Reviews (33)
5 Stars
12
4 Stars
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4
Conditions
2.9
Value
3.2
Layout
4.2
Pace
3.8
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.5
63.6%
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21 out of 33 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 7413 yards
Slope 146
Rating 74.2

The Raven Golf Club at Three Peaks is touted as the best mountain golf course in Colorado and even one of the best courses in the country. Towering forests of pine and aspen frame the rolling fairways and manicured greens on this scenic layout. The crystal clear creeks and trout-filled lakes are a striking contrast to the lush green of the course and the snow-capped peaks in the distance. The golf course is known for more than its scenery though, its challenging design is a test for all skill levels. The steep-faced bunkers have deeply furrowed edges, which can be tricky but they also serve to contain tee shots that might have an increased carry because of the course's dramatic elevations. There are also water hazards to contend with on several holes.

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Course Details

Year Built 2000
Fairways Bent Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season May 12 - Oct 16
Architect Dr. Michael Hurdzan (2000) Tom Lehman (2000) Dana Fry (2000)

Rentals/Services

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

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes, hitting balls from grass
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes
Practice Hole Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Visa, MC, AMEX, Discover
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code No Denim, Collared Shirt And Bermuda Shorts Required

Food & Beverage

Bar

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

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3.7
471 Reviews (471)
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5.0
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Previously Played

Challenging layout but many tee options

Great mountain course with excellent staff. Best value in Summit county.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Response from on 06/15/2017:
Thank you for the kind review!
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Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Most beautiful course I've ever played

I absolutely love this course. The sheer beauty of it is worth the price of golf alone. Great layout, wonderful, helpful staff. They were very helpful and accommodating even when my wife and I wanted to play alone. I could not give this course a higher recommendation. Me and my entire family will play it again every time we are in this area

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 06/12/2017:
Thank you so much for this incredible review! We are so glad to hear that you and your family had such a wonderful experience at the course. We look forward to seeing you again soon!
Played On
Reviews 51
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Colorado Advisor
Previously Played

Wait a few weeks

It's early so cut these guys a break, but the course isn't in great shape yet. Lots of drainage problems on certain fairways, bunkers are either full of water or need to be reworked altogether. Greens are really slow. BUT, pace of play was nice, got a good deal playing during their "wild week" and went home with a free hat..so overall glad I went up there.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 06/06/2017:
We are so glad you joined us for Wild Week. We plan on doing similar promotions throughout the season, so make sure to keep an eye out.
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a year
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful

Took a friend that came into town. We loved it and both thought it was the best golf we have ever experienced.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 05/31/2017:
We are so happy to hear that you and your friend had such a wonderful experience at the course!
Played On
Reviews 31
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Gorgeous Mountain Golf

The Raven at Three Peaks is a "must play" for a traveling golfer anxious to experience Rocky Mountain beauty with fresh, clear air, gorgeous views and no humidity. The Raven at Three Peaks has won many national and Colorado state awards for its golf and service.

My group of mostly out-of-state players thoroughly enjoyed playing here in 2016 and we're playing it again in 3 weeks.

The fairways and greens were in fine shape other than a few boggy spots on some fairways. The Raven's biggest challenge seems to be keeping the cart paths from sliding down the mountainsides....a problem common to Summit County including I-70.

The unique features of The Raven are generally wide and lush fairways, large and fine greens that are very challenging to read and great elevation changes.

Bring your camera for great Rocky Mountain scenery combined with a fair amount of local wildlife including fox, deer, an occasional moose and ospreys that for years have had their huge nest on a post overlooking the 3rd fairway. You may see an osprey snatch a large trout from ponds of The Raven or the neighboring ponds and fly it back to its tall nest on the pole.

The Raven staff will welcome you to a great day of golf and send you off on what begins as a rather tame front nine. But as you climb from the Blue River valley uphill to the par 3 8th hole (appropriately named Buena Vista) you'll be ready for 2 very exciting downhillers. The 8th hole measures 184 yds from the Raven (tips) tees and 134 yds from the forward tees. A flatlander with a good game should probably hit about 3 clubs less than he'd hit this distance at low altitude due to the approximate 150 ft. drop from tee to green and the thin, light air at almost 9,000' above sea level. Of course this depends on the wind that day. Just don't miss left or long!

Then #9 is a breathtaking par 4 with a launch pad tee box that must sit 300 feet or more above the green on this par 4 monster. Drive your tee shot straight out into the Rocky Mountain air and watch it drop hopefully to the center of the lush, downsloping fairway. Then hit your long iron to the left front of the right sloping green, earn your birdie or par and head happily past the beautiful Raven clubhouse and patio to the even more challenging back nine.

The Raven's back nine has two very tough par 3s (#12 and 14) and five fun but challenging par 4s. But it's the two par 5s that really define the back nine here. #11 (properly named Waterloo) is a super risk/reward hole. Your tee shot hopefully will land just short of the large trout filled pond straight off the tee. A well-struck 200+ yard, high risk second shot over the pond puts you in great position for a birdie or eagle. But the more prudent shot tends to be playing the hole as a double dogleg and hit a mid to long iron left of the pond in preparation for lofting a high, soft iron to a green that can be tough to hold.

My favorite hole is The Raven's signature #16. It's a long downhill, dogleg right par 5. Measuring 601 yards from the tips and 489 yards from the forward tees this hole welcomes a long, left center tee shot followed by an equally long and well aimed second shot near or on a well- bunkered, roller coaster green. From #16 you begin a long, uphill climb through two tough par 4s and finish at a high point on the course.

After your final putt on #18 you'll drive a long, steep, downhill cart path with lots of switchbacks before returning to the clubhouse for a great lunch, dinner and/or drinks on the normally sunny patio. You've earned a beverage of choice following your Rocky Mountain high golf experience at The Raven at Three Peaks.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 06/15/2017:
Thank you!
Played On
Reviews 23
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Favorite Mountain Course

I played on a weekday at the twilight rate. I can;t remember the exact cost but slightly below $100. Anyway, what a great course, without a doubt my favorite mountain course that I have played. Awesome holes with amazing views. I'd highly recommend playing this course and I hope to get on it again in the near future.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Response from on 05/18/2017:
Thank you so much for the incredible review! We are so glad you enjoyed the course layout as well as the views! We look forward to having you back again soon.
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 05/08/2017:
Thank you so much for the 5* review!
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Great views

A very nice course for the money. We played this course very early season (actually skiied at a local resort in the morning and played golf in the afternoon). The course was in VERY good shape. The fairways were well manicured and the rough (which I spent some time in) was penalizing but playable. The greens were a bit sketchy and pitted (due to the early season, no doubt). All in all, this is a well constructed course with challenging holes and FANTASTIC views. I have played it before, and will play it again.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 04/10/2017:
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the course and scenery! We look forward to having you back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 31
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

A superb mountain course

We have 2 foursomes that try to play The Raven every summer. It's a wonderful course. Last year the fairways and greens were in fine shape other than a few boggy spots on some fairways. The Raven's biggest challenge seems to be keeping the cart paths from sliding down the mountainsides....a problem common to Summit County including I-70.

The unique features of The Raven are generally wide and lush fairways, large and fine greens that are very challenging to read and great elevation changes.

Bring your camera for great Rocky Mountain scenery combined with a fair amount of local wildlife including fox, deer, an occasional moose and ospreys that for years have had their huge nest on a post overlooking the 3rd fairway. You may see an osprey snatch a large trout from ponds of The Raven or the neighboring ponds and fly it back to its tall nest on the pole.

The Raven staff will welcome you to a great day of golf and send you off on what begins as a rather tame front nine. But as you climb from the Blue River valley uphill to the par 3 8th hole (appropriately named Buena Vista) you'll be ready for 2 very exciting downhillers. The 8th hole measures 184 yds from the Raven (tips) tees and 134 yds from the forward tees. A Texan with a good game should probably hit about 3 clubs less than he'd hit this distance in Texas due to the approximate 150 ft. drop from tee to green and the thin, light air at almost 9,000' above sea level. Of course this depends on the wind that day. Just don't miss left or long!

Then #9 is a breathtaking par 4 with a launch pad tee box that must sit 300 feet or more above the green on this par 4 monster. Drive your tee shot straight out into the Rocky Mountain air and watch it drop hopefully to the center of the lush, downsloping fairway. Then hit your long iron to the left front of the right sloping green, earn your birdie or par and head happily past the beautiful Raven clubhouse and patio to the even more challenging back nine.

The Raven's back nine has two very tough par 3s (#12 and 14) and five fun but challenging par 4s. But it's the two par 5s that really define the back nine here. #11 (properly named Waterloo) is a super risk/reward hole. Your tee shot hopefully will land just short of the large trout filled pond straight off the tee. A well-struck 200+ yard, high risk second shot over the pond puts you in great position for a birdie or eagle. But the more prudent shot tends to be playing the hole as a double dogleg and hit a mid to long iron left of the pond in preparation for lofting a high, soft iron to a green that can be tough to hold.

My favorite hole is The Raven's signature #16. It's a long downhill, dogleg right par 5. Measuring 601 yards from the tips and 489 yards from the forward tees this hole welcomes a long, left center tee shot followed by an equally long and well aimed second shot near or on a well- bunkered, roller coaster green. From #16 you begin a long, uphill climb through two tough par 4s and finish at a high point on the course.

After your final putt on #18 you'll drive a long, steep, downhill cart path with lots of switchbacks before returning to the clubhouse for a great lunch, dinner and/or drinks on the normally sunny patio. Our group loves this place.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 04/10/2017:
Thank you so much for the in-depth review "ssherstad"! We are sure that any golfer who reads it will very much appreciate your review. We look forward to having you back again this year!
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Great mountain golf

I've been playing the Raven since 2007 several times each summer. Course conditions are always excellent. Staff has always been friendly and helpful. The practice area is well laid out and convenient. A bit expensive, but hey, it's mountain golf in a resort area. Rates compete well with other comparable course in the area. Views are awesome. Course is challenging but fair

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Response from on 03/13/2017:
Hey "Johnlurchgorman" thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. we appreciate you coming back to the course for almost a decade now! We look forward to having you back again soon.
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Need better greens

The conditions of the green were poor in August all three times that I've played the course. Putting through multiple bare spots is never fun. Many mountain course have difficulty maintaining good conditions on the greens, however this course has been below average every time.

Plenty of challenging holes on the back 9, front 9 is much less difficult. Views are gorgeous from most tee boxes.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 03/15/2017:
Hey "DavidFredlake" thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback. We can assure you that we are always working to improve and keep the course in pristine condition. We are glad that you enjoyed the views and look forward to having you back when we open up!
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Fantastic Rocky Mountain Golf!

Simply a gorgeous golf course! Beautiful to play, and beautiful to take in the surrounding of every hole!

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 03/13/2017:
Thank you for the 5* review "Mswilkendorf". We are so glad to hear you enjoyed the layout of the course and the scenery!
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Response from on 03/13/2017:
Thank you for the positive review "shelspiegelman"!
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

My Favorite

The Raven at Three Peaks is by far my favorite course. You will not find any better course conditions and views from every hole on this course. The layout is challenging but fair, and regardless of how you play, you are never disappointed. The staff is great and friendly, the club house and the food is great. Just seeing the holes as you drive up the road to the club house makes you want to just jump out and start playing. If you have never played this course it has to be on your list as a must do, no question!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Response from on 01/30/2017:
Hey "mscott4567" thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a positive review! We are so glad to hear that we provided you with such an incredible golfing experience.
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Response from on 02/14/2017:
Hey "u505279333" thank you!
Played On
Reviews 31
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Superb Mountain Golf

My group of mostly out-of-state players thoroughly enjoyed playing 36 holes here last July. They seemed to enjoy playing the second round from the White tees after getting beat up from the Silver Tees on the back nine in our first round.

The fairways and greens were in fine shape other than a few boggy spots on some fairways. The Raven's biggest challenge seems to be keeping the cart paths from sliding down the mountainsides....a problem common to Summit County including I-70.

The unique features of The Raven are generally wide and lush fairways, large and fine greens that are very challenging to read and great elevation changes.

Bring your camera for great Rocky Mountain scenery combined with a fair amount of local wildlife including fox, deer, an occasional moose and ospreys that for years have had their huge nest on a post overlooking the 3rd fairway. You may see an osprey snatch a large trout from ponds of The Raven or the neighboring ponds and fly it back to its tall nest on the pole.

The Raven staff will welcome you to a great day of golf and send you off on what begins as a rather tame front nine. But as you climb from the Blue River valley uphill to the par 3 8th hole (appropriately named Buena Vista) you'll be ready for 2 very exciting downhillers. The 8th hole measures 184 yds from the Raven (tips) tees and 134 yds from the forward tees. A Texan with a good game should probably hit about 3 clubs less than he'd hit this distance in Texas due to the approximate 150 ft. drop from tee to green and the thin, light air at almost 9,000' above sea level. Of course this depends on the wind that day. Just don't miss left or long!

Then #9 is a breathtaking par 4 with a launch pad tee box that must sit 300 feet or more above the green on this par 4 monster. Drive your tee shot straight out into the Rocky Mountain air and watch it drop hopefully to the center of the lush, downsloping fairway. Then hit your long iron to the left front of the right sloping green, earn your birdie or par and head happily past the beautiful Raven clubhouse and patio to the even more challenging back nine.

The Raven's back nine has two very tough par 3s (#12 and 14) and five fun but challenging par 4s. But it's the two par 5s that really define the back nine here. #11 (properly named Waterloo) is a super risk/reward hole. Your tee shot hopefully will land just short of the large trout filled pond straight off the tee. A well-struck 200+ yard, high risk second shot over the pond puts you in great position for a birdie or eagle. But the more prudent shot tends to be playing the hole as a double dogleg and hit a mid to long iron left of the pond in preparation for lofting a high, soft iron to a green that can be tough to hold.

My favorite hole is The Raven's signature #16. It's a long downhill, dogleg right par 5. Measuring 601 yards from the tips and 489 yards from the forward tees this hole welcomes a long, left center tee shot followed by an equally long and well aimed second shot near or on a well- bunkered, roller coaster green. From #16 you begin a long, uphill climb through two tough par 4s and finish at a high point on the course.

After your final putt on #18 you'll drive a long, steep, downhill cart path with lots of switchbacks before returning to the clubhouse for a great lunch, dinner and/or drinks on the normally sunny patio. You've earned a beverage of choice following your Rocky Mountain high golf experience at The Raven at Three Peaks.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 01/09/2017:
Hey "Tom8997285" thank you so much for this wonderful review! We are sure that any golfer that comes across it will appreciate it as well. We are so glad to hear that you and your group had a great time out on the course and we look forward to having all of you back next time!
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Awesome Scenery

Have played this course several times and I can't wait to play it again. Great friendly staff, beautiful scenery and a fun course layout. If you have to complain about the pace of play, then stay home! Your in some of the best views the Colorado Rockies has to offer. Relax and take it all in. 5hrs on this track is the norm.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 01/09/2017:
Hey "Harvebar" thank you so much for the kind review! We really appreciate all of the kind words about the course and look forward to seeing you when we open back up!
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 01/12/2017:
Thank you "Tom8997285"!
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great track!

I was luck enough to play this Course in the late fall. The changing of the leaves made a great Course even more enjoyabale. In my opinion this course is what Mtn Golf is all about! The Front 9 is much tamer then the the back 9. There are plenty of Biridie opportunities on the Front. The back 9 is a different story. When you get to #10 you see immediately that it's time to really focus and hold on for a fun and difficult ride. I really enjoyed this course and it was more then worth the drive. I plan on returning to play this course as soon as the summer arrives!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 01/09/2017:
Hey "u720158184" thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review! We are glad to hear that you found the course very challenging but still enjoyable! We look forward to having you back out when we open up again!
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