A sunny day view of a green from Hills Course at Red Hawk.
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4.3
287 Reviews (287)
5 Stars
141
4 Stars
108
3 Stars
25
2 Stars
8
1 Stars
5
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.0
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.0
92.1%
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268 out of 287 reviews
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4.5
6 Reviews (6)
5 Stars
3
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3
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0
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Conditions
4.7
Value
4.7
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.6
StaffFriendliness
4.7
100.0%
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6 out of 6 reviews
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4.4
32 Reviews (32)
5 Stars
17
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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Conditions
4.3
Value
4.0
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.6
93.8%
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30 out of 32 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 71
Length 7106 yards
Slope 127
Rating 73.1

The Resort at Redhawk is known to golf travelers around the globe and is one of the highlights of the grand golf destination that is the High Sierra. Located in the town of Sparks, next door to Reno, the Hills Course is one of two 18-hole runs at Redhawk and draws raves for its challenging play and incredible scenery.

Designed by three-time U.S. Open champion Hale Irwin, the Hills Course offers players a Scottish links-style layout that has small and dastardly greens, dramatic elevation changes, deep bunkering and immaculate views of one of the most scenic golf destinations in the United States.

While the Hills Course is a must play in the Reno area and will challenge long hitters with a 127 slope rating, Irwin added another touch to the resort. A unique, 18-hole putting green will have players competing, all the while improving their putting game, helping to make Redhawk and the Hills Course a standout in the High Sierra.

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Course Details

Year Built 2005
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Year round. High Season: 5/6 - 10/15
Architect Hale Irwin (2005)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes
GPS Yes
Pull-carts Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Collared shirt, no cutoffs.

Food & Beverage

Bar

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

Accolades

Reviews

4.3
287 Reviews (287)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 11
Dinner 10
Patio Dining 10
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 23
Bunkers 18
Undulating Greens 11
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 17
Playing Multiple Courses 16
Locals 15
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 16
Convenient to the City 13
In the 'Burbs 12

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Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
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5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 56
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 38
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Wild up and down ride thru the hills above Reno.
Fun course in good shape. Lots of interesting holes with lightning fast greens. Good amount of elevation change with very windy conditions makes for a good challenge.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 53
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Lovely Course

It's wide open and very nicely maintained. Greens were in wonderful shape. Lots of ups and downs and lots of fowl and fowl poop (which I don't mind as I love the birds). Will try the Lakes course sometime!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Good value and conditions-Very slow!

My first time playing Red Hawk. Anything under $100 for weekend play is quite reasonable. The greens were VERY fast, and the rest of the course was in great shape. The only issue we had was the pace was VERY slow. Groups were waiting until well after it was safe to hit to do so which really extended the day.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Food in clubhouse

After playing a round of 18 holes, we went to eat dinner at the grill. It was the worst food I’ve ever eaten in Reno, and definitely the worst I’ve ever had at a golf course. Two of our appetizers were inedible and entrees were mediocre. Such a great golf course and should definitely have better food than that. It was disgusting. Thanks for a great round.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 32
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

My Favorite Go-To Course in Reno (Hills)

Another great experience playing this course. Course was in great shape, with the exception of a few rough spots on some of the greens. Love the lay-out, with the changes in elevation and view from the upper holes. Only negative/opportunity for improvement is that the carts do not have GPS.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 56
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Red Hawk

Have played course since it opened and it’s almost always in very good condition. Pace of play yesterday was as bad as I’ve experienced. Tournaments were scheduled along with regular play and it was over a 5 hour round.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart

Great course and variety of holes

This was the first time playing the Hills course and I put it miles over the Lake course. Hole variety, tee shot selection, approach distances, and greens difficulty all contribute to an entertaining and memorable round.

Most greens, fairways, and bunkers were in excellent condition, though there were a few greens that looked to have a fungal infection. Hoping the course can get those sorted before they get worse, but the pins were in a spot that kept most of the dead spots out of play anyway.

Pace of play was great, though I mostly attribute that to drizzle/rainy conditions that kept most of the public tee times off for the day. Unfortunately, we happened to play on a day they were doing what seemed to be a club championship, so pin locations were definitely tricky. Course knowledge is helpful here too, and I definitely recommend playing up at least one set of tees for your first time.

At the price and time we got on, this course is a great deal, though I wouldn't necessarily pay more than about $70 for 18 with cart regularly.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good condition, don’t offer complimentary water.

Course in good condition except for bunkers. Fast greens. Water fountains don’t work and don’t offer complimentary water even with a heat advisory. It was 104 degrees.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Poor
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 22
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Links Feel and Fun

The Hills course at Redhawk is a difficult but fair golf course. Tee shots are fairly straight forward, with the exception of the 10th hole which requires some course knowledge. Greens are fast and if you miss on the wrong side it is a challenging two-putt. Overall a fun course with some quirky and challenging designs. One compalint is; we were finishing 16 and told to return to the clubhouse. There was plenty of light/time for us to finish. Let them play!!!! Haha.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 42
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice day for golf. No waiting, pace of play was awesome. Staff was great just wish they would lower there prices.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 22
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 22
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 34
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 34
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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