Though the Rocky Mountains are known for some of the best skiing in the western world, lesser known and equally amazing are the Rocky Mountains as a golfing destination. Colorado's Vail Valley is home to more than a dozen world-class golf courses and at the center of the valley is The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch. The guests of AAA Five Diamond rated Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch enjoy special privileges and access to many of the Vail Valley's private Golf Clubs including the Fazio and Norman Courses at the exclusive Red Sky Golf Club, recently rated in "Top 100 Courses to Play" by Golf Magazine. New this year, guests of The Ritz-Carlton will also have access to the private Beaver Creek Golf Club nestled at the base of the luxury resort.
Ritz-Carlton guests enjoy unique services such as the Golf Concierge who is available to arrange tee times at the valley's dozen courses, lessons, transportation and golf club rentals, as well as answer any questions about the best of Rocky Mountain golf.
Please note that tee times for all courses must be confirmed through the resort's Golf Concierge. To book a tee time call the Golf Concierge, Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (MDT) at (970) 343-1156. You can also submit your request via e-mail at the "Request A Service" link above.
Red Sky Golf Club
- An exclusive facility offering two championship courses. Guests of The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch will enjoy preferred tee times on one of the Red Sky Golf Club courses each day (expected to rotate every other day).
- Designed by two of the top designers in the world, Greg Norman and Tom Fazio.
- Both courses ranked in Golf Magazine's "Top 100 Courses You Can Play."
- The courses are visually separated by Bellyache Ridge, a wildlife corridor, and offer dramatic views of Castle Peak and Game Creek Bowl of Vail.
- Guests of The Ritz-Carlton will enjoy the 13,000 square foot Guest Clubhouse, located on the Fazio course.
- Tom Fazio Course -- 7,113 yards.
- Greg Norman Course -- 7,580 yards.
*Special pricing for groups of 20 or more.
Eagle Ranch Golf Club
- Arnold Palmer designed course at an eleveation of 6,600 feet.
- Large greens and an abundance of water features adds a degree of challenge.
- 7,575 yards.
Beaver Creek Golf Club
- Designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr.
- Stunningly beautiful Rocky Mountains.
- 5 minutes from The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch.
- 6,784 yards.
Sonnenalp Golf Club
- Designed by Bob Cupp and Jay Morrish.
- 7,100 yard Scottish links style course.
- 10 minutes west from The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch.
- Recognized by Golf Digest as on of their "Top 100 Resort Courses."
Cotton Ranch Club
- The only Pete Dye signature course in the Vail Valley.
- One of the longest playing seasons in the Vail area due to its lower elevation.
- 7,052 yard course.
Eagle-Vail Golf Club
- A Devlin/Von Hagge designed course.
- Located between the resorts of Vail and Beaver Creek.
- 6,819 yard championship course.
- Also featured at Eagle-Vail is the par 3 Willow course.
Vail Golf Club
- Ben Krueger designed the course in 1963.
- 8,200 feet in elevation in one of the world's most prestigious resorts.
- 7,024 yard course.
Course Policies:
- All of the courses are spikeless Colorado golf courses. Players may not bring their own alcoholic beverages on premises. Courses are not held responsible for any items stored by members or guests at the club facilities.
- Appropriate attire is required at all times while on the golf course.
Men -- Short shorts, cut-offs, bib overalls, denim, sleeveless shirts and t-shirts are not appropriate. Tucked-in collared shirts are required.
Women -- Shorts or skirts are to be of the appropriate length. Collars are not required, however, halter and midriff shirts or short shorts are not permitted.
- All tee times must be confirmed through the resort's Golf Concierge.
Please call the Golf Concierge, Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (MDT) at (970) 343-1156. Or, submit your request via e-mail at the "Request A Service" link at the top of this page.