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The Nicklaus Design Course at Vidanta Puerto Penasco

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4.7
Layout
4.9
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.7
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Course Highlights
This championship layout delivers spectacular oceanfront views framed by desert landscapes, consistently earning top marks for its challenging and rewarding design. Exceptionally friendly staff and outstanding value make every round feel like a premium experience.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Style Links
Par 72
Length 7210 yards
Slope 140
Rating 74.7

Jack Nicklaus and his son teamed up to design the course at The Nicklaus Design Course at Vidanta Puerto Penasco (formerly known as Peninsula De Cortes Golf Club and Peninsula Golf Club at Vidanta Puerto Penasco). Half of the layout plays along the Sea of Cortes while the other half wanders inland through native wetlands and desert vegetation. Long hitters will enjoy this golf course, which stretches to more than 7,000 yards. The Nicklaus team designed a challenging layout but the rugged terrain also deserves credit. They utilized not only the natural hazards but also the stunning views, which are as varied as the challenges. Every hole is framed by a backdrop of the desert, mountains, or sea. The signature hole is the par-3 sixth. On this tough hole you'll be met with a series of waterways that sits between the tees and the green complex, where four bunkers are also lurking.

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Tees
Tee Par Length Rating Slope
Black 72 7210 yards 74.7 140
Blue 72 6639 yards 72.4 134
White 72 6383 yards 71.0 130
Gold 72 5475 yards 66.9 116
Red 72 5180 yards 70.3 121
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Scorecard for Puerto Peñasco
Metrics:
Hole 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Out 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 In Total
Black M: 75.3/141 474 551 412 180 425 180 540 344 433 3539 481 400 560 458 183 400 443 184 562 3671 7210
Blue M: 73.0/136 421 530 388 170 393 154 495 308 408 3267 444 360 520 425 171 369 410 172 501 3372 6639
White M: 71.6/133 392 518 375 150 380 150 487 295 391 3138 412 345 508 417 158 357 396 160 492 3245 6383
Yellow M: 67.4/123 W: 72.8/130 338 404 303 142 375 145 412 290 332 2741 312 244 485 375 120 350 312 128 408 2734 5475
Red M: 66.0/120 W: 71.1/126 336 400 298 115 328 120 408 233 329 2567 308 241 482 320 117 312 308 125 400 2613 5180
Handicap 5 15 1 9 7 11 13 17 3 6 18 14 2 12 8 4 10 16
Par 4 5 4 3 4 3 5 4 4 36 4 4 5 4 3 4 4 3 5 36 72
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Course Details

Year Built 2006
Fairways Salam Seashore Paspalum
Greens Salam Seashore Paspalum
Architect Jack Nicklaus (2006) Jack Nicklaus, Jr. (2006) Chet Williams (2006)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts No
Caddies Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Fivesomes Allowed No
Walking Allowed No
Dress code Proper golf attire required.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Lodging

Lodging Available

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

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4.8
363 Reviews (363)

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7xWlHx2h0dtN89mhF8Mc
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Challenging but very playable

Played on Thursday and Saturday in the afternoon (after 2) and easily got 18 in. Very few other golfers out there likely due to Easter Holiday and high winds on of the two dates. Wind guts along the ocean were over 40mph but course was still very playable. Will be back when I visit Rocky Point again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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u208644440
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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jdplays
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Ocean Paradise

Such an awesome course setting to play in. The ocean is along side or in front of you on a number of holes. The amount of bird life was surprising and great to see as you played.

The completion of the clubhouse would be a a great addition to the experience.

The only recommendation would be to have hole numbers at each tee location, otherwise a fantastic experience you don’t want to pass up!!!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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madams54
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

A great course

Fantastic course and good value

I'd play it again

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
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u320128180
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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danstreeter
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Must Play

Course is in great shape. This is always a must play…. Greens are in tremendous shape right now. Staff is always great!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Willyummy
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

It was Amazing

My girlfriend and I had a great time playing here. Weren’t many people so we got to play at our own pace. Overall it was awesome!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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NMurrayBrown1953
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Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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Petejaros
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

The staff was superb!! No clubhouse on site(under construction…I think) Course is challenging and the views are incredible. If you’re in the area it’s well worth it.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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mikehagan666
Played On
Reviews 27
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course and staff

Played this course many times and it never disappoints.

Challenging course and friendly staff.

The only downside is the price of drinks and food.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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wesmart
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Reviews 4
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

The best experience!

Me and my gf are really new to golf but have gone to about 15+ courses and this is by far the best one we’ve ever been to. Conditions of the course are pristine with the most amazing views. We already tried another course out in puerto Pensacola and planned to try another one but after today I think we will go back one last time before we leave…just outside the busy area but sooooo worth it

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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gthubba
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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gthubba
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Bwalke01
Played On
Reviews 17
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great experience

This course is fantastic. It’s long, difficult, great greens and beautiful setting.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
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Bwalke01
Played On
Reviews 17
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Terrific course

Very long and difficult course. Precision around the

greens is required as well.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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mikehagan666
Played On
Reviews 27
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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u5434034
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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u314164758286
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Definitely great value for type of course and priced fairly for location and resident rates.

The only complaint I have is I can’t believe they sell much refreshments as their pricing exceeds that of what I have paid at high end private courses. After talking to starter they sell very little beer. Prices set by management. I don’t get it. Bad business model I think.. .

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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u5434034
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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JiGEB5azTRZJnON0loz7
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

good course

weather damage to club house, had to check in at resort. drink cart charge $65.00 usd for 3 hot dogs and 3 soft drinks! dinner for 3 at a nice restaurant was $55.00. we feel ripped off!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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