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Managed by Troon Golf, Ocotillo Golf Resort adheres to the highest standards of course conditions and customer service, creating an incredible experience at what has become known as one of Arizona's finest daily-fee facilities. Designed by Ted Robinson, Ocotillo Golf Resort opened in 1986 and quickly gained recognition as a 4 Star facility and a "Must Place to Play" by Golf Digest Magazine.
A traditional-style course, Ocotillo Golf Resort's lush fairways, cascading waterfalls and colorful flora offer a unique contrast to the desert landscaped courses that permeate the Valley.
Ocotillo Golf Resort features three nine-hole courses played in combinations with yardages ranging from 6,782 to 7,016 from the back tees and 5,128 to 5,134 from the forward tees. The Blue-Gold combination plays as the most difficult, with a rating of 72.2 and slope of 133 from the back tees.
The water features are both beautiful and dramatic and are intregal part of Robinson's vision. The layout offers generous fairways and landing areas, creating birdie opportunities for golfers who think their way around the course.
Central or West Valley
I-10 East from Phoenix: Exit #164 (Queen Creek), Turn Left, go 4 miles to Dobson Rd., Turn Right. Go 1 mile to Ocotillo Rd., Turn Left. Go ½ mile to Clubhouse Dr. Turn Left into Ocotillo Golf Resort.
North Scottsdale
Head South on 101. Exit on Price Rd and continue South to Dobson Rd., Turn Right. Go 1 mile to Ocotillo Rd., Turn Left. Go ½ mile to Clubhouse Dr. Turn Left into Ocotillo Golf Resort.
East Valley (Northern)
60 West to 101 South. 101 South Exit on Price Rd and continue South to Dobson Rd., Turn Right. Go 1 mile to Ocotillo Rd., Turn Left. Go ½ mile to Clubhouse Dr. Turn Left into Ocotillo Golf Resort.
East Valley (Southern)
Take the Lower Loop of the 202 W (towards I-10). Exit Alma School Rd., Turn Left heading South. Head South until you reach Ocotillo Rd., Turn Right. Take second right hand turn, Clubhouse Drive and proceed to the clubhouse.
To make your reservation visit www.ocotillogolf.com or call 480-917-6660.
Contact Ocotillo Golf Resort at 480-917-6660 for more information and details on holding a golf outing at the course.
Contact the golf course for upcoming events.
Contact Ocotillo Golf Resort at 480-917-6660.
Bernard's at Ocotillo is special; a rare combination of exceptional food, great service and a friendly atmosphere located in Chandler's most beautiful setting.
Our menus feature pastas, seafood, steaks and knock-out burgers. Relax inside under majestic arched wooden beams or on our beautiful waterfall patio while enjoying great food and wonderful service.
At Bernard's, the magic of our food is only matched by the comfort of our surroundings. The patio at Bernard's is one of Arizona's finest. Set amongst cascading waterfalls and overlooking the lush fairways, the patio continues to be one of Chandler's places-to-be.
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