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4.1
2014 Reviews (2014)
5 Stars
617
4 Stars
1004
3 Stars
281
2 Stars
75
1 Stars
37
Conditions
3.9
Value
4.4
Layout
4.2
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.8
92.2%
Recommend this course
1832 out of 2014 reviews
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Average Rating
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3.9
54 Reviews (54)
5 Stars
14
4 Stars
31
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
3
Conditions
3.8
Value
4.2
Layout
4.3
Pace
3.6
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.5
87.0%
Recommend this course
47 out of 54 reviews
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4.1
197 Reviews (197)
5 Stars
68
4 Stars
92
3 Stars
24
2 Stars
7
1 Stars
6
Conditions
3.9
Value
4.4
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
4.5
91.4%
Recommend this course
180 out of 197 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public/Municipal
Style Traditional
Par 72
Length 6743 yards
Slope 125
Rating 72.1

Located in the metropolitan Phoenix area, the affordably priced Ken McDonald Golf Course is a championship-length course that is suitable for any level of golfer. The flat terrain of the course makes for an enjoyable stroll, while the water hazards that come into play on eight holes provide plenty of challenge. The water hazards are provided by the Western Canal, which flows directly through the golf course. The par-5 11th hole is the longest on the course at 570 yards; it is very difficult to reach in two shots. In addition to the course, Ken McDonald Golf Course offers several other amenities including a restaurant, club fitting and repairs, and professional golf instruction.

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Course Details

Year Built 1974
Golf Season Year round
Architect Jack Snyder (1974)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes
Pull-carts Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Proper golf attire required.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Snacks, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

Reviews

4.1
2014 Reviews (2014)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 40
Brunch 13
19th Hole Specials 12
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 72
Water Hazards 64
Narrow Fairways 20
This course/club is great for:
Locals 87
Walkers 70
Seniors 59
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 102
Near the Airport 38
Worth the Drive 23

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Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course for price

I wasn’t sure what to expect based on pictures and reviews but found the course to be in great shape. The greens were a touch slow, and the pace of play was a bit slow. For the price I would highly recommend

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 81
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 78
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 52
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great bang for your buck !

Overseed took fairly well, greens in decent shape , pace of play was excellent !

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 72
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
First Time Playing

Great place to play

This was the first time playing this course. Signage is needed to show where to go with a drop off sign. Parking was interesting. But all in all, it was fun.

Greens: very consistent and fair. People need to learn how to repair their own ball marks. Some people feel like they are entitled to have somebody else do the work for him. Even with this issue, the greens were great.
Fairways: A couple of holes, pretty narrow, but all in all they were fair. They were also in great shape.
Rough: they did not oversee the Rough therefore there was a lot of dirt spots, and the grass was thin.
Bunkers: The bunkers need a deep racking. Loose sand is very thin.
Tee boxes: most were in good shape, and it was nice to hit off a flat surface.
Staff: all three people I came in contact were very friendly and helpful. You can tell they really care about their course.
The course had some really interesting holes and it was fun to play. Some challenging areas from the whites but at least you felt like you had a chance! Nice job, taking care of the course.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Value

I wasn’t expecting much for the price but was pleasantly surprised by the condition and challenging design.
I will play this course again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Solid course

We play here often when we are in the area. It is a challenging yet accessible course. The clubhouse staff are knowledgeable and friendly.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Walked

Kenny Mac is always go good go to.

They have really done well with this course recently. They nailed the overseed. Great value, great staff. Greens rolled good. I liked the old course layout better. The only reason I say that is for walking. It a bit of a haul past the club house twice. Good exercise though.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice course for average golfers

This course is a great value for golfers looking to play a course that nice but not crazy

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 11
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 15
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Slow

This was right after overseed. Cart path only, lots of people for a weekday afternoon. Paired with slow players, quit after 2 hours and 10 minutes and only playing 7 holes with multiple groups stacked up waiting to tee off on 8. Normally its great, but not this time.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice round before overseed

Played yesterday and the course is dry and fast, but still in good condition. Pace of play was a bit slow, but not too bad as we finished in about 4.5 hours. Great weather and good company so didn’t mind it. Excited to play the course again after it reopens.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Steve S

I always enjoy playing this course. It is always a challenge and the course is drying out prior to overseeding. This being the case, the ball went an extra 15 yards and the greens were faster than usual. New challenge and alot of fun. Staff is a treasure.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 21
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
2.0
Previously Played

Average Muni, Poor Ownership

This one must have changed hands recently. The quality of the course is low but they’re about to go into an over-seed so that’s understandable. The price is not worth it at the moment. They’re charging at least $20 too much. The beverage cart attendants are not friendly. Marshals aren’t doing much for pace of play. The quality and staff friendliness has really dropped off here. Another muni lost. Play somewhere else.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 299
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Arizona Advisor
Verified Purchaser
Top 25 Contributor
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 22
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

A Better Municipal GC, all things considered

Played this course for the first time in four years. Not much has changed, and that was actually a good thing. White tees add up to 6300+ yards, and my belief that the back nine is more challenging than the front nine was vindicated. I have many well- liked and appreciated holes, but the last two, #'s 17 & 18 are phenomenal. #17 is a short 308 par 4 that most golfers would find themselves putting for a bird. Then, 18 presents a 414 yard par 4 that is a score bustering demagogue. The practice areas are phenomenal. You can spend an entire day at this course and not regret it..

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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