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3.3
1438 Reviews (1438)
5 Stars
284
4 Stars
535
3 Stars
297
2 Stars
190
1 Stars
132
Conditions
3.0
Value
3.3
Layout
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
Pace
3.6
Amenities
3.3
65.5%
Recommend this course
973 out of 1438 reviews
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2.7
90 Reviews (90)
5 Stars
7
4 Stars
22
3 Stars
15
2 Stars
28
1 Stars
18
Conditions
2.2
Value
2.6
Layout
4.0
Pace
3.4
Amenities
3.1
StaffFriendliness
3.7
44.4%
Recommend this course
40 out of 90 reviews
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3.2
166 Reviews (166)
5 Stars
20
4 Stars
62
3 Stars
32
2 Stars
32
1 Stars
20
Conditions
2.9
Value
3.2
Layout
4.0
Pace
3.5
Amenities
3.2
StaffFriendliness
3.9
62.0%
Recommend this course
103 out of 166 reviews
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Course Highlights
Ridgeview Ranch features a distinctly challenging layout with undulating fairways, well-conditioned bunkers, and greens that have shown impressive recent improvement. Friendly pro shop staff and strong value make this a welcoming choice for golfers seeking a genuine test.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 7025 yards
Slope 136
Rating 74.1

Ridgeview Ranch is a Jeff Brauer design that opened in 1997. It’s friendly to the average golfer because there are rarely forced carries of water or sand to reach the large greens, making short approaches good candidates for easy ups and downs.

The design rolls through hills and trees, incorporating two creeks that come into play. The fairways are average-sized and flat, although there are a few surprising elevation changes for this flat part of north Texas. The course rolls through a housing addition and some of the holes are very tight.

Nos. 7 and 11 stand out in particular. The 7th goes 161 yards over White Rock Creek to a sloping green. No. 11 is tough because is plays well over 400 yards uphill into the prevailing wind.

Other notes: Carts are mandatory on weekends before 2 p.m. The cemetery next to the No. 3 green has graves dating back to 1800 and a historical marker to commemorate the settlers commissioned by Stephen F. Austin.

Getting there : From Dallas, travel north on the Tollway and exit Spring Creek. Turn right and drive 5 miles to Independence. Turn left and drive north to Ridge View Dr., then take a right and the course is on the left.

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Course Details

Year Built 1997
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Jeff Brauer (1997)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Caddies Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes - "Bruce Sims Golf Academy"
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes

Available Facilities

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Reviews

3.3
1438 Reviews (1438)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 18
Watching the Game 9
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 31
Undulating Greens 24
Elevation Changes 19
This course/club is great for:
Locals 35
Advanced Golfers 17
Entertaining Clients 13
This Course's Location is:
In the 'Burbs 25
Convenient to the City 22
Worth the Drive 10

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Reviews 41
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
4.0
First Time Playing

The course is currently in shambles

They are currently reconstructing several of the greens, the guy at the pro shop said that it wasn’t as bad as it sounded. It was pretty bad maybe a decent course once the construction is done. This was my first time playing here.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Fair
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 41
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played

Greens

Five closed greens and some of the others have fungi

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 24
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Previously Played

Bad Greens

I was told that the greens were a "little bumpy." From 9 greens were basically sand. Back 9 was somewhat better. They had to place the from 9 pins wherever there were a small patch of green grass. NOW: I love the track and the people behind the desk are great! Love playing here. They should have cut there rates by 30% - 40% due to the quality of the greens.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 05/19/2026:
We appreciate your feedback and are sorry your experience wasn’t as enjoyable as it should have been. We’re making improvements and hope to deliver a better visit in the future.
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Conditions

The greens were terrible - if the greens are that bad discount the green fees. Ten greens were just horrible.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Response from on 05/19/2026:
Thank you for your review. While we’re sorry we missed the mark, we appreciate you bringing this to our attention and hope we’ll have the chance to provide a better experience in the future.
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

What greens?

I have been ppaying this course for years and it is rarely in "good" condition but is generally a fun course to play as it is a very diverse, fun and challenging layout. Today the course was in such poor condition I only played 9. On the very first hole my group decided that it was a 2 putt max day as the greens were the worst I have ever seen. I felt bad for the staff, but they really should tell you their greens are gone and play at your own risk. Someone really needs to buy this place and put some money into it. Even is such horrible condition it still gets a tremendous amount of play. If someone puts some money and time unto it, it could be a great tract.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
Response from on 05/19/2026:
We appreciate your feedback and are sorry your experience wasn’t as enjoyable as it should have been. We’re making improvements and hope to deliver a better visit in the future.
Played On
Reviews 1
1.0
Previously Played

Avoid at all costs until the greens are fixed!!!!!!

Absolutely the worst greens I have ever seen. This used to be a decent course. I’m not sure what happened but every green seemed to have a disease. There was rarely a putting line with all grass. There were no apologies or heads up of the course conditions. If I had the option of rating the course a zero, I would have!

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Response from on 05/19/2026:
We’re disappointed to hear your visit didn’t go as planned. Your comments are being reviewed and will help us improve moving forward. Thank you for sharing your perspective.
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fix your greens

The layout was great as was the staff the greens however were completely trash. It is sad to see them in that condition after playing the course in years past.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Response from on 05/13/2026:
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We know there’s room to improve and are actively working on it. We’d love the opportunity to earn a higher rating next time.
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Good Course with Poor Greens

Overall a pleasant experience. Friendly staff and always enjoy this course. Not too easy or too difficult. Recent range moved practice to mats, which are probably 10+ years old and basically like hitting off concrete. Easy to injure yourself. On the plus side, they have Toptracer available at the range. Most of the course was acceptable, but the greens are close to 30% dirt and very lumpy. Not sure what's up with that since it's been a mild winter. Again, overall enjoyed my round there but won't be back until the greens are fixed and definitely will avoid if recent rain - or get some swings in before heading out there.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 22
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart

THE WORST COURSE EVER

NO GRASS ON THE GREEN .FAIR WAYS STILL GOOD. NEED TO CLOSE FEW MONTHS TO RENOVATE GREEN.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 05/11/2026:
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We’re sorry to hear your experience didn’t meet expectations. Your feedback matters, and we’re actively working to improve.
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Previously Played

Greens are TERRIBLE

The grass on the greens are just unacceptable right now for putting and scoring conditions. Everything else is fine, it’s a solid course but until the greens have grass everywhere, it’s not worth the money vs other courses locally.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Walked

Greens are POOR

For 60 bucks you would expect the course to be in better shape. The greens are horrible. Barely any grass on most of them. They are like sandy dirt.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 05/08/2026:
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We understand this visit didn’t fully meet expectations and will use your comments to continue improving. We hope to provide a better experience next time.
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Ridgeview Ranch 5/4/2026

I like the course layout and that they have tees for all different players, however the condition of the greens is what makes the difference. These greens are attrocious and need a lot of help to to get back to sub-par. I won't go back until they fix the greens.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Fair
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 05/06/2026:
We appreciate your feedback and are sorry your experience wasn’t as enjoyable as it should have been. We’re making improvements and hope to deliver a better visit in the future.
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fix your greens

Played 18. Great weather. The front 9 greens were absolutely horrendous. No chance putting. The back 9 greens were not that bad tbh.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
1.0
Previously Played

Course has been neglected

Not sure if there is a superintendent. Course is almost unplayable

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Poor
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 60
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Greens fee

Greens need work. Looks like maybe seeding had been done. Challenging holes. Nice place to play

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Getting worse

Last time, the pace of play was horrible and haven’t played this course for a while. I just gave another shot but even the green conditions got much worse with almost no grass and the pace of play is still bad with almost 5 hours to finish. Won’t go back.

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