Dove Valley Ranch Golf Course Cave Creek, Arizona
Dove Valley Ranch Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Cave Creek, Arizona, playing 7,095 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 73.1 and slope of 133.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,095 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 73.1 / 133 |
| Tee Options | 10 |
| Location | Cave Creek, Arizona, USA |
| Coordinates | 33.7906, -111.9883 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 7,095 | 72 | 73.1 | 133 |
| Black/Gold | 6,811 | 72 | 71.8 | 129 |
| Gold | 6,475 | 72 | 70.2 | 124 |
| Gold/White | 6,223 | 72 | 69.1 | 122 |
| White | 5,925 | 72 | 73 | 122 |
| Green/White Combo | 5,759 | 72 | 71.8 | 120 |
| Green | 5,376 | 72 | 70.3 | 118 |
| White | 5,925 | 72 | 73 | 122 |
| Green/White Combo | 5,759 | 72 | 71.8 | 120 |
| Green | 5,376 | 72 | 70.3 | 118 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 73.1/133 | 533 | 462 | 178 | 396 | 366 | 199 | 428 | 572 | 417 | 3551 | 430 | 450 | 380 | 173 | 356 | 623 | 205 | 543 | 384 | 3544 | 7095 |
| Black/Gold 71.8/129 | 503 | 439 | 156 | 396 | 366 | 169 | 391 | 524 | 417 | 3361 | 430 | 420 | 380 | 173 | 317 | 623 | 180 | 543 | 384 | 3450 | 6811 |
| Gold 70.2/124 | 503 | 439 | 156 | 372 | 339 | 169 | 391 | 524 | 392 | 3285 | 380 | 420 | 342 | 146 | 317 | 551 | 180 | 504 | 350 | 3190 | 6475 |
| Gold/White 69.1/122 | 503 | 405 | 156 | 372 | 339 | 134 | 364 | 524 | 348 | 3145 | 347 | 386 | 342 | 142 | 296 | 531 | 180 | 504 | 350 | 3078 | 6223 |
| White 73/122 | 462 | 405 | 124 | 342 | 303 | 134 | 364 | 490 | 348 | 2972 | 347 | 386 | 300 | 142 | 296 | 531 | 152 | 477 | 322 | 2953 | 5925 |
| Green/White Combo 71.8/120 | 462 | 381 | 124 | 342 | 303 | 134 | 338 | 490 | 328 | 2902 | 313 | 324 | 300 | 142 | 296 | 531 | 152 | 477 | 322 | 2857 | 5759 |
| Green 70.3/118 | 421 | 381 | 97 | 301 | 271 | 114 | 338 | 450 | 328 | 2701 | 313 | 324 | 274 | 110 | 263 | 508 | 130 | 448 | 305 | 2675 | 5376 |
| White 73/122 | 462 | 405 | 124 | 342 | 303 | 134 | 364 | 490 | 348 | 2972 | 347 | 386 | 300 | 142 | 296 | 531 | 152 | 477 | 322 | 2953 | 5925 |
| Green/White Combo 71.8/120 | 462 | 381 | 124 | 342 | 303 | 134 | 338 | 490 | 328 | 2902 | 313 | 324 | 300 | 142 | 296 | 531 | 152 | 477 | 322 | 2857 | 5759 |
| Green 70.3/118 | 421 | 381 | 97 | 301 | 271 | 114 | 338 | 450 | 328 | 2701 | 313 | 324 | 274 | 110 | 263 | 508 | 130 | 448 | 305 | 2675 | 5376 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 9 | 3 | 17 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 6 | 2 | 12 | 18 | 14 | 4 | 16 | 10 | 8 |
Which Tees Should You Play?
Multiply your handicap index by 28 and add it to par. If the result exceeds the total yardage divided by 100, move up one tee.
Handicap 0-10: Black (7,095 yards, 73.1/133)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 8 (par 5, 572 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Gold/White (6,223 yards, 69.1/122)
This tee gives you a realistic chance to reach greens in regulation without brutal carries. Course management is key. Identify trouble spots and plan your misses to the safe side. Use the strokes gained data to find where you're leaving shots on the table.
Handicap 20+: Green (5,376 yards, 70.3/118)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 13 (110 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Number 1 handicap hole. At 572 yards from the back tees, this par 5 is a true three-shot hole for most golfers.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 173 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 623 yards. Reachable in two for scratch golfers but a true three-shot hole for most. The smart play is two accurate shots to within wedge range.
The #2 handicap hole. A 450-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Dove Valley Ranch Golf Course?
Dove Valley Ranch Golf Course has a course rating of 73.1 and slope of 133 from the back tees. From the Green tees, the rating is 70.3 with a slope of 118.
How long is Dove Valley Ranch Golf Course?
From the back tees, Dove Valley Ranch Golf Course plays 7,095 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Dove Valley Ranch Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 8, a 572-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Dove Valley Ranch Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (7,095 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Green tees (5,376 yards).
Is Dove Valley Ranch Golf Course public or private?
Dove Valley Ranch Golf Course is a public golf course in Cave Creek, Arizona. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Dove Valley Ranch Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Tatum Ranch Golf Club (Cave Creek), Whisper Rock Golf Club (Scottsdale), Desert Forest Golf Club (Carefree), Desert Mountain Geronimo Golf Course (Scottsdale).
Is there a yardage book for Dove Valley Ranch Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Dove Valley Ranch Golf Course with hole-by-hole maps, shot dispersion analysis, strokes gained heatmaps, and club recommendations tailored to your handicap and distances. You can view it online or download a printable PDF.
Does Dove Valley Ranch Golf Course have strokes gained data?
Yes. Yards Golf Book runs a 1,000-shot Monte Carlo simulation on every hole, factoring in your handicap, club distances, shot shape, and the actual hazard layout. The model recommends the best club and target for each shot.
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