By David Luis 
Verdict: Long, Handsome Layout That Is Finally Getting Its Greens Back
Best For: Collin County golfers who want length, creek holes and a range with ball tracking
Avoid If: You want a bargain, a quick Saturday round or a guaranteed smooth putting surface
Key Facts: Public course in Plano, TX; Jeff Brauer design (1997); par 72, 7,025 yards, 136 slope; rounds from $37.99 on GolfPass.
Last Reviewed: 2026-10-04
Ridgeview Ranch Golf Club in Plano, Texas is a public Jeff Brauer course of 7,025 yards. GolfPass shows 3.3 out of 5 across more than 1,400 reviews, but the layout itself scores 4.1 inside that same data. The problem was the turf, and recent reviews say the greens have been restored.
This Ridgeview Ranch Golf Club review uses the club’s own pages, the GolfPass player breakdown and course data, not a round I played. It is a public course at 2701 Ridgeview Drive, a short drive north of Dallas.
For nearby comparisons, browse the Texas club archive.
Club Overview
Jeff Brauer designed Ridgeview Ranch in 1997. The routing follows a creek that cuts deep into the ground, with limestone outcrops in play. The club says it is managed by Encore Leisure Group, while an older listing names IMG Prestige, so ownership paperwork has moved at least once.
| Club Type | Public golf course (listed as semi-private by some directories) |
|---|---|
| Location | 2701 Ridgeview Drive, Plano, Texas 75025 |
| Opened | 1997 |
| Designer | Jeff Brauer |
| Layout | 18 holes, par 72, 7,025 yards from the longest tees, 78 bunkers |
| Rating | 74.1 rating, 136 slope |
| Membership Type | Public daily-fee; practice memberships offered |
| Initiation Fee | Not publicly disclosed |
| Monthly Dues | Not publicly disclosed |
| Green Fee | GolfPass lists rounds from $37.99; the official site has a rates page |
| Best Time to Visit | March to May and October to November |
| Dress Code | Not published |
| Reservations Required | Tee times recommended |
| Official Website | ridgeviewgc.com |
| Phone | 972-390-1039 |
What I Liked
- Length and variety: 7,025 yards at a 74.1 rating, with a layout that reviewers score at 4.1 out of 5
- Two creeks that cut through the property, plus limestone outcroppings that make several holes memorable
- Large, undulating greens, which reviewers say run fast when they are healthy
- A TopTracer range, per the club site, and an on-site academy led by Bruce Sims according to GolfPass
- Multiple 2026 reviews on GolfPass praise conditions as much improved after the greens work
What I Didn’t Like
- Conditions were the weak category historically, rated 3.0 out of 5 by players
- Weekend rounds can run past five hours, according to reviewers
- Value rates only 3.3 out of 5, so the price is not an easy sell to everyone
- On-course water in hot weather and cart upkeep draw complaints
Holes 7 and 11 get the most mentions from players as the toughest. One reviewer also notes a small historic cemetery next to the third hole.
Membership & Fees
Ridgeview Ranch is a public course, so the question is the green fee rather than a joining fee. GolfPass lists rounds starting at $37.99. The club’s website has a rates page, but I could not read specific numbers.
The club also sells practice memberships for range and short-game use. I found no price for those.
| Item | Published detail |
|---|---|
| Green fee | From $37.99 on GolfPass; confirm at booking |
| Practice membership | Offered; price not shown |
| Group tournaments | Group rates available, per the club |
| Initiation fee | Not publicly disclosed |
Public golf at this level is why many Texas golfers never join a private club. Our guide to Private and Invitation-Only Clubs shows how big the gap gets.
Facilities & Amenities
- Driving range with TopTracer ball tracking
- Short-game practice area
- Full-service bar and grill
- Fully equipped golf shop and rental clubs
- Tournament and special event pavilion
- PGA instructors on staff
The pavilion gives corporate and charity groups a base for tournaments.
Best Time to Visit
Spring and fall are best. North Texas summer afternoons run hot, and Bermuda turf recovers slowly after winter dormancy.
Weekday mornings keep pace manageable. GolfPass rates pace at 3.6 out of 5, and Saturday rounds are where the five-hour complaints come from.
Dress Code & Etiquette
I did not find a posted dress code on the pages I could open. Wear standard golf attire and bring water, since reviewers mention a lack of on-course water in heat.
Our guide on what to wear to a golf club covers collars, shorts and shoes.
Who Is This Club For?
This club is a good fit if you want a long, scenic test close to Plano, and you are willing to pay a little more for a course with a real architect behind it.
This club is a good fit if you practice a lot. The range, short-game area and academy are the strongest case for a practice membership.
Skip this one if you prefer flat, tight, short golf. Our Irving Golf Club review covers another North Texas public option, and our Brook Hollow Golf Club review covers a private Dallas benchmark.
People Also Ask: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ridgeview Ranch Golf Club public?
Yes. GolfPass and the course data list Ridgeview Ranch as a public 18-hole course in Plano, Texas. A few directories call it semi-private. You do not need a membership to book a round, but a practice membership is available for range use.
Who designed Ridgeview Ranch Golf Club?
Jeff Brauer designed Ridgeview Ranch, and it opened in 1997. The course plays 7,025 yards from the longest tees with 78 bunkers. A creek cuts through the property, and limestone outcroppings add to the challenge on several holes.
How much does Ridgeview Ranch Golf Club cost?
GolfPass lists rounds from $37.99, and prices vary by day and time. The club has a rates page on its website. Check it for current weekday, weekend and twilight prices, because third-party listings only show the lowest advertised fee.
How hard is Ridgeview Ranch Golf Club?
It rates 74.1 with a slope of 136 from the longest tees, which is demanding. Creeks, limestone outcrops and elevation change drive the difficulty. Reviewers single out holes 7 and 11 as particularly tough, and forward tees make it playable for most players.
Are the greens at Ridgeview Ranch good?
Historically inconsistent, but improving. Players rated conditions 3.0 out of 5 on GolfPass, yet multiple 2026 reviews call the course much improved after greens restoration work. Expect large, undulating surfaces that run fast when healthy. Check recent reviews before you book.
Verdict & Score
I rate Ridgeview Ranch Golf Club 3.6 out of 5. The architecture, the creek holes and the practice setup are worth the trip, and the greens work addresses the main complaint. I hold back points for pace, mixed value and a conditions record that is still catching up. See how we score in our review methodology.
If you like a long course with character, play it on a weekday. If you need guaranteed smooth greens, wait for another round of recent reviews.
Last reviewed: 2026-10-04.
See how it stacks up against the state’s best in our Best Golf Clubs in Texas roundup.
Author Note
Ridgeview Ranch scores on layout, conditions and value. Sources are the club site and the GolfPass player breakdown. I did not play the course.
