The Ranch Club in Missoula, Montana, is a public 18-hole course designed by Larry Smith in 2003, measuring 6,700 yards with a par of 72, a rating of 71.5, and a slope of 128. Set in the Missoula Valley with views of the Sapphire Mountains, it features wide fairways, strategic bunkers, and bentgrass greens, with water hazards on several holes. The club offers a pro shop, dining at the Wild Hare Bistro, and a community-focused atmosphere, earning praise from GolfNow for its playability and scenic layout.
The course plays as an accessible yet strategic test, with generous fairways that invite big drives but challenge with water and bunkers, like the par-5 4th with its risk-reward green. X posts highlight the par-3 15th for its elevated tee and scenic valley views, though wind complicates club selection. The greens are large and moderately fast, requiring solid approach shots. Golfers on X describe it as “a great public option,” playable for all skill levels but rewarding for those who navigate its hazards with precision.