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The Nicklaus Design Course at Vidanta Puerto Penasco

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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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86o03TIuT2VY09DPbJ7F
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Georgeous Views

We enjoyed playing this course. It is a bit challenging with lots of sand to play in. The pro shop is under reconstruction which is too bad. Staff there were friendly and helpful. Lots of wildlife to enjoy. Even had a wiley coyote pick up my ball and move it closer to the green for me.

The location is the only thing that is inconvenient about this course. An hour out of town with parts of the road loaded with pot holes.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
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u314162340530
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Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great day at Vindanta. ⛳️

What a wonderful morning for a round of golf. Just a heads up, still go to the Mayan Palace for the pro shop. The clubhouse was still under construction. Course was in immaculate shape. Couple of spots in the fairways were soggy but the fairways and greens were awesome.

Was on hole 10 and was low on seed/sand. Alerted one of the grounds crew and by hole 12, there was already someone bringing another one. A+ service.

Everytime I go to Rocky Point, I play it. Haven't been disappointed. 🇲🇽

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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brackj
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Amazing course

It’s out of the way but well worth the trip. Maybe the best layout I’ve ever played. Challenging with the windy conditions but fun making shots . Greens have a lot of slope and we’re in excellent condition. Beautiful views along the water. You really don’t see any other holes except the one you are playing. Wildlife was abundant. Staff was so nice. I’d play this wver day if I could.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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u000002141161
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Reviews 8
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Puerto Penasco

The course is a hidden gem. Absolutely beautiful course with ocean views on numerous holes. Fun for all skill levels with the back tees 7200 yards. Don’t go to the Puerto Penasco area without playing this course!!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
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u628099425
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Reviews 26
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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skipper3113
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Reviews 18
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Beautiful Mexico Golf

Great staff, great course, beautiful views and weather. Looking forward to the next time.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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u000007437431
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Reviews 214
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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AClovy
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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
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I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Golfing in Mexico

The course is awesome and very well kept. Holes are very long and a few of them are difficult. Greens are very fast and challenging. If you over putt you are off the green and down the hill since a lot of greens are elevated. Overall the course is very fun and the scenic views don’t get much better. Many holes right along the beach!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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u314159279076
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Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
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I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
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Darcydeleeuw
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Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Beautiful course

Always a pleasure paying a Jack Nicklaus signature course

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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dacougr
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Reviews 11
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Fantastic Course in PP

Second time playing this course and it was in fantastic shape, lush fairways and excellent greens. The golf now deals save you 50% over regular rates. They did have a 6 some on the course the day I played that slowed the pace but otherwise course never seems to be crowded.

The clubhouse is not yet completed so you do need to check in at the resort hotel. A MUST play in PP. The course in Puerto Penasco (Sandy Beach) looked to be in bad shape with dead fairways so this is the best option for 18 holes.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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ezdays
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Reviews 15
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Great course

Every time I play here I enjoy it. Great shape and greens were perfect. Will be back soon!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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u366636909
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Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

excellent

Challenging, great condition, firm fast greens, generous landing areas off tee boxes.

Food at the turn VERY expensive! 2 margaritas, 1 hot dog, and 1 hamburger was $63 US

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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ezdays
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Reviews 15
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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u529014772
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
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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u000002988411
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Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great Golf Course

First time playing the course and was very impressed. I will 100% be returning to play this course every time we visit Rocky Point.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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frcox
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Simply Outstanding!

This was my first time playing this course...what a true gem! Fairways greens and the many bunkers were excellent on every hole; coupled with breathtaking views of the ocean and white sandy beaches on many holes made for a Superb playing experience!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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u314164200341
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Stunning Course with a Great Staff

You won’t be disappointed in this gem of a course. Challenging and beautiful. Outstanding staff made the visit even more memorable.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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u651911459
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Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Lonnie8283484
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Amazing course, amazing views

A beautiful course, with a challenging layout. Certainly this course rewards being in the fairway. So many great tee shots and the ocean views from the greens, don’t make a bad putt feel so bad.

I would recommend this course to any visitors in Puerto Penasco. Stop at one of the Mayan hotel restaurants and the pool after your round.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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