what course is better at mccormick rance

by Jammie Beer Published 1 year ago Updated 1 year ago 7 min read

"Both courses are equal in difficulty, which is not always true when you visit a resort with two courses," Lindsey said. "The Pine is a little tighter with less water but with a lot of trees. The Palm is more open but has 10 water holes. There's a lot of quality to the length and toughness of these courses.Dec 10, 2001

Is McCormick Ranch open to the public?

Open to the public 365 days a year, McCormick Ranch Golf Club features two 18-hole Championship courses – the Palm & the Pine, as well as a Pro Shop, and a restaurant open for breakfast and lunch. Be sure to come in and try one of our famous McCormick Hot Dogs!

How do you play handicap holes at McCormick Ranch?

McCormick Ranch's #1 handicap hole features an island fairway and green. Water works back across the fairway to the center and left. A long iron or fairway wood to the right leaves an approach into a long narrow green with three tiers. Any shot over the green will find the water. A drive to the left center opens up this hole.

What is McCormick Ranch's signature hole?

Welcome to McCormick Ranch's signature hole. A well struck drive will run through this island fairway making a long iron fairway wood your best choice. From the island, you are now forced with a second shot into the large green located on a peninsula.

When is McCormick Ranch Golf Club open?

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Do you need to book in advance to visit McCormick Ranch Golf Club?

We recommend booking McCormick Ranch Golf Club tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours...

What hotels are near McCormick Ranch Golf Club?

Hotels near McCormick Ranch Golf Club: (0.02 mi) 12 Room Private Golf- & Lakeview Resort Villa (0.03 mi) 12 Room Private Golf- & Lakeview Resort Vi...

What restaurants are near McCormick Ranch Golf Club?

Restaurants near McCormick Ranch Golf Club: (0.25 mi) Chart House (0.22 mi) Kitchen West Restaurant (0.56 mi) Roka Akor - Scottsdale (0.27 mi) Bar...

What is the Palm Course?

An oasis in the desert, the Palm Course offers panoramic mountain vistas beyond vast, sparkling lakes. Course Designer Desmond Muirhead created a classic in 1972. Water comes into play on 10 holes, and signature hole number 9 has been featured in Golf Illustrated’s Top 18 Water Holes of America. The Palm Course has been a destination on the Canadian Tour, previously hosting the Scottsdale Swing.

Who designed the Pine Course?

Course architect Desmond Muirhead nailed it in 1972 when he developed the “fine pine”. The Pine Course is continually selected by the PGA to host the regional qualifier for the Waste Management Phoenix Open. A drive to the right center of the fairway will allow for a short iron second shot.