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Wickenburg Ranch Golf & Social Club

About

Holes 18
Type Private
Par 71
Length 7059 yards
Slope 140
Rating 72.9

Wickenburg Ranch Golf & Social Club is in the heart of some of Arizona's most dramatic Sonoran Desert terrain, you would hardly be able to guess that you're only about an hour from Phoenix. The golf course tumbles across rolling hills, stretching to more than 7,000 yards from the back tees. Each hole provides a different challenge thanks to the fluctuating elevations, which are complemented by strategically placed bunkers. You won't find too many water hazards but you're in for a challenge where it does come into play. One of the most notable water holes is the par-3 13th, which has a massive lake hugging the right side of the green. It's followed by another water hole, a par 5 with ponds on either side. The appeal of the golf course goes beyond the challenging layout, Wickenburg Ranch offers scenic views of Vulture Peak and Prescott National Forest as well as mild temperatures almost year-round.

Course Details

Year Built 2015
Fairways Bentgrass
Greens Bentgrass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Wendell Pickett (2008) Bill Brownlee (2008)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Teaching Pro Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Yes
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Proper Golf Attire

Available Facilities

Spa, Locker Rooms

Available Activities

Swimming

Available Sports

Fitness, Tennis, Pickleball

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4.6
355 Reviews (355)

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NICE VIEWS

this place is a must play definitely a bucket list golf course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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Excellent Golf Course

I have played many great golf courses throughout 40 years. This golf course is a great course. Not so difficult you don’t enjoy and beautiful layout in great condition!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Conditions Excellent
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Conditions Excellent
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Best Course I’ve Played

If I could only play one course for the rest of my life, this would be it. Amazing conditions. Incredible layout. 18 unique and interesting holes. Great views. Great deals available on golfnow. I payed $60.00. Teed off at 2:00. Finished 18 with 5:45 sunset.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
b244d63d-5448-5767-a6a2-fcaab64826e0
Commented on 03/01/2021

Dear u000001049794,

Thanks for taking the time to provide such an insightful review of your overall experience with us. We appreciate your support, and hope you will find your next experience with us even better.

Kind Regards,

Steve Outlaw, PGA

Director of Golf

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Reviews 25
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Wickenburg Ranch is a Dandy!

Another fabulous round here today......one of my favorite courses in all of AZ!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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I Recommend This Course
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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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5.0
First Time Playing

Spectacular conditions, did not finish before dark

The course and conditions were up there with the best I’ve ever seen, but only got to play 16 holes in 4.5 hours (at full price) before it got too dark. Waited on every shot. Would expect a semi-private club would have some pace of play enforcement.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
b244d63d-5448-5767-a6a2-fcaab64826e0
Commented on 03/01/2021

Dear u000006818602,

Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback on your experience with us. We take great pride in our management of the overall experience, inclusive of pace of play, but it appears we missed the mark here. We hope you allow us the opportunity to deliver the standards we're known for. All the best!

Kind Regards,

Steve Outlaw, PGA

Director of Golf

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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 61
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart

Couples outing

We usually try to play Wickenburg Ranch each winter that we visit AZ. Did not play it last year , but did manage to play this December. The course conditions were perfect. Fairways and greens were the best of any course we've played in the valley. One of our favorite courses in the Phoenix area.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
b244d63d-5448-5767-a6a2-fcaab64826e0
Commented on 03/01/2021

Dear DonnRTaylor,

Thanks for your feedback and we're glad that we rank amongst your favorite courses to play. We appreciate your support and look forward to having you back out in the near future.

Kind Regards,

Steve Outlaw, PGA

Director of Golf

Played On
Reviews 19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

I used to think I was pretty good.

That is until I played Wickenburg Ranch from the tips. Course was in great shape, pace of play was right at 4 hrs. Staff could not have been more helpful. But those greens. Yikes, stay below the hole. Even when I did that I misread the break. Now I have never been what you call a great putter, but these greens proved that once again. Don’t get me wrong they are fast and true and they hold approach shots amazingly well for how fast they are, but be prepared for a lot of 5 ft putts with a lot of break. It was actually really fun to try to putt on them and figure it all out. I’ll be back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
b244d63d-5448-5767-a6a2-fcaab64826e0
Commented on 03/01/2021

Dear Thomas9558667,

Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback on your recent experience with us. The greens are definitely challenging, and I know you will pick up a few more shots on them during your next visit with us. All the best!

Kind Regards,

Steve Outlaw, PGA

Director of Golf

Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 15-19
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 Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 56
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 33
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Always a pleasure in the desert!

Big Wick is a beautifully kept course with considerable diversity and challenge. It is unusual in that each side has three par 3 holes, none of which are slam dunks. The greens were absolutely perfect and plenty fast. Yesterday's pin placement made for a good test of putting skill. (that's the nice way to say it)

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 102
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

The AZ Goat

This course, facility, and staff are all truly amazing. Each time I have been to play the Big Wick I am in awe. The golf course is unbelievable and features some of the best holes is all of Arizona! This is a must play golf course. Make sure to plan extra time so you can check out the Lil Wick!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 22
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Best Public Course In AZ

In my opinion, this is the best public course in AZ, and I’ve played all courses rated higher than golf digest. It was in impeccable shape and the staff was very friendly and welcoming. The greens rolled so true, one can’t blame a missed putt on the green’s condition, but you can certainly make long putts if you read your putt correctly and hit your line. Highly recommend this course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 288
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Arizona Advisor
Verified Purchaser
Top 25 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

First time playing for my friend

The course was in great shape. Greens were fast, but putted like silk. I played terrible, but the course was great. I brought out one of my friends who I thought would like the course. He loved it. Kept saying it was his new favorite course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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