| The Gallery Golf Club at Dove Mountain is perfect for golfers, not so for fans. (Chris Baldwin/WorldGolf.com) |
Designed by award-winning architect John Fought and British Open Champion Tom Lehman, The Gallery is Tucson's first private club in thirty years.Nestled against the foothills of the Tortolita Mountains, breathtaking views sweep in every direction. Deep bunkers and natural rock outcroppings interrupt lush fairways. An old cattle chute and several water cisterns remain in deference to the property's rich ranching history.
The Gallery opened for play on December 19th, 1998 and in the tradition of OB Sports, offers an extraordinary golf experience. It has received numerous accolades, receiving rave reviews from area newspapers. It was named "Arizona's Best New Private Course", and "4th Best Private Course" in the state. The Gallery has also been nominated for Golf Digest's "Best New Course in 1999" on the national level.
Course Designer: John Fought/Tom Lehman
Holes: 18
Course Length: Dorado 7,412; Azul 6,722; Verde 6,133; Rojo 5,323
Par: 72
Rating/Slope: Dorado 74.6/138; Azul 71.4/132; Verde 68.9/122; Rojo 71.4/132
Address: 14000 N. Dove Mountain Blvd. Marana, Arizona
Directions: 4 miles east of I-10 on Tangerine Rd., turn north on Dove Mountain Blvd. 3 1/2 miles to entrance at the base of Tortolita Mountains.
Any opinions expressed above are those of the writer and do not necessarily represent the views of the management.
I've played all the celebrated golf courses in the Phoenix area, but this experience might have been the most friendly and welcoming I've had. And the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa and its amenities are the best I've seen in Phoenix, with no hint of an uppity atmosphere. This is the complete package. When I drove out the gates it was with regret.
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