Dalton Ranch Golf Club
Course at a glance
Dalton Ranch Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Durango, Colorado (81301). The course was designed by Ken Dye and opened in 1993. From the Black tees, Dalton Ranch Golf Club plays to 6,905 yards at par 72. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 5,074 to 6,905 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 74.2, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 80% of rated golf courses in Colorado. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and winter rye fairways. Hazards include 31-40 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Dalton Ranch Golf Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Dalton Ranch Golf Club
Dalton Ranch Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Durango, Colorado (81301). The course was designed by Ken Dye and established in 1993. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,905 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 74.2.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 149, Dalton Ranch Golf Club is one of the more challenging courses in Colorado, playing harder than 80% of rated courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,074 to 6,905 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Par
72
Length
6,905
Slope
136
Rating
74.2
Course Difficulty Analysis
149
This Course
139
CO Average
113
US Average
Based on 179 rated courses in Colorado
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 136 | 74.2 | 369 | 157 | 359 | 554 | 204 | 405 | 500 | 475 | 438 | 3461 | 367 | 472 | 224 | 566 | 152 | 435 | 512 | 307 | 409 | 3444 | 6,905 |
Animas | 135 | 72.5 | 369 | 157 | 359 | 524 | 164 | 405 | 500 | 434 | 406 | 3318 | 367 | 430 | 187 | 531 | 152 | 415 | 512 | 307 | 388 | 3289 | 6,607 |
GoldWomen's | 149 | 76.6 | 356 | 140 | 325 | 524 | 164 | 378 | 476 | 434 | 406 | 3203 | 313 | 430 | 187 | 531 | 122 | 415 | 484 | 281 | 388 | 3151 | 6,354 |
GoldMen's | 134 | 71.1 | 356 | 140 | 325 | 524 | 164 | 378 | 476 | 434 | 406 | 3203 | 313 | 430 | 187 | 531 | 122 | 415 | 484 | 281 | 388 | 3151 | 6,354 |
Elk | 130 | 70.1 | 356 | 124 | 308 | 524 | 142 | 348 | 476 | 414 | 385 | 3077 | 313 | 396 | 168 | 508 | 122 | 391 | 484 | 281 | 366 | 3029 | 6,106 |
SilverWomen's | 144 | 74.6 | 330 | 124 | 308 | 504 | 142 | 348 | 463 | 414 | 385 | 3018 | 285 | 396 | 168 | 508 | 105 | 391 | 446 | 261 | 366 | 2926 | 5,944 |
SilverMen's | 128 | 69.0 | 330 | 124 | 308 | 504 | 142 | 348 | 463 | 414 | 385 | 3018 | 285 | 396 | 168 | 508 | 105 | 391 | 446 | 261 | 366 | 2926 | 5,944 |
WhiteWomen's | 137 | 72.1 | 308 | 107 | 280 | 476 | 125 | 308 | 428 | 373 | 362 | 2767 | 264 | 372 | 144 | 469 | 89 | 366 | 411 | 254 | 346 | 2715 | 5,482 |
WhiteMen's | 122 | 66.7 | 308 | 107 | 280 | 476 | 125 | 308 | 428 | 373 | 362 | 2767 | 264 | 372 | 144 | 469 | 89 | 366 | 411 | 254 | 346 | 2715 | 5,482 |
Hermosa | 131 | 69.2 | 312 | 110 | 281 | 352 | 126 | 310 | 435 | 315 | 366 | 2607 | 266 | 279 | 148 | 340 | 92 | 323 | 414 | 260 | 345 | 2467 | 5,074 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 13 | 17 | 7 | 1 | 15 | 11 | 9 | 3 | 5 | 16 | 2 | 10 | 4 | 18 | 6 | 12 | 14 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Dalton Ranch Golf Club offers 10 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,905 | 136 | 74.2 | 0-5 |
Animas | 6,607 | 135 | 72.5 | 5-15 |
Gold | 6,354 | 149 | 76.6 | 5-15 |
Gold | 6,354 | 134 | 71.1 | 5-15 |
Elk | 6,106 | 130 | 70.1 | 12-22 |
Silver | 5,944 | 144 | 74.6 | 12-22 |
Silver | 5,944 | 128 | 69.0 | 12-22 |
White | 5,482 | 137 | 72.1 | 20-30 |
White | 5,482 | 122 | 66.7 | 20-30 |
Hermosa | 5,074 | 131 | 69.2 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Dalton Ranch Golf Club
Dalton Ranch Golf Club features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Dalton Ranch Golf Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dalton Ranch Golf Club a public or private golf course?
Dalton Ranch Golf Club is a public golf course located in Durango, CO. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Dalton Ranch Golf Club have?
Dalton Ranch Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1993. The course was designed by Ken Dye.
What is the yardage at Dalton Ranch Golf Club?
From the White tees, Dalton Ranch Golf Club plays to 5,482 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,074 to 6,905 yards.
What is the slope rating at Dalton Ranch Golf Club?
The Black tees at Dalton Ranch Golf Club have a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 74.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Dalton Ranch Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Dalton Ranch Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Dalton Ranch Golf Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.daltonranch.com/ or call 970-247-8774 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Dalton Ranch Golf Club offer?
Dalton Ranch Golf Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Dalton Ranch Golf Club located?
Dalton Ranch Golf Club is located at 589 County Rd 252 in Durango, CO 81301. You can reach them at 970-247-8774.
What is the difficulty level at Dalton Ranch Golf Club?
Dalton Ranch Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 149. It plays harder than 80% of golf courses in Colorado. The average slope rating in Colorado is 139. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Dalton Ranch Golf Club?
Dalton Ranch Golf Club offers 10 tee sets. Black tees (6,905 yards, slope 136) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Hermosa tees (5,074 yards, slope 131) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Dalton Ranch Golf Club?
Beginners at Dalton Ranch Golf Club should play the Hermosa tees, which play 5,074 yards with a slope of 131. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Dalton Ranch Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Silver tees (slope 144, rating 74.6) at Dalton Ranch Golf Club has a course handicap of 22, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at Dalton Ranch Golf Club?
A typical round at Dalton Ranch Golf Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.