Papago Golf Course
About
Papago Golf Course is conveniently situated just a few minutes from downtown Phoenix though you would never be able to tell with the peace and seclusion provided by the course's location in Papago Park. The golf course sits at the base of Papago Buttes, past the rugged red rocks you can see Phoenix skyline. The course was designed by William Francis Bell, whom you may know for Torrey Pines in San Diego. The challenging layout features undulating greens framed with strategically placed bunkers and subtle but tricky mounding. Water hazards appear on a few holes as well. It's a tough but straightforward layout that is still playable for a range of skill levels. Since opening in 1963, Papago has hosted numerous events including the U.S. Amateur Public Links Championship and Phoenix Open Qualifying.
Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
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Black | 72 | 7333 yards | 75.0 | 130 |
Blue | 72 | 6771 yards | 72.0 | 125 |
White | 72 | 6382 yards | 70.0 | 122 |
Green (W) | 72 | 5777 yards | 72.4 | 124 |
Gold (W) | 72 | 5404 yards | 70.5 | 121 |
Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
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Black M: 75.0/130 | 544 | 386 | 467 | 233 | 383 | 495 | 454 | 253 | 551 | 3766 | 525 | 187 | 322 | 402 | 442 | 585 | 442 | 243 | 466 | 3614 | 7380 |
Black/Blue M: 73.2/127 | 544 | 386 | 438 | 208 | 371 | 495 | 411 | 206 | 551 | 3610 | 525 | 168 | 322 | 376 | 393 | 585 | 442 | 232 | 442 | 3485 | 7095 |
Blue M: 72.0/125 W: 78.5/135 | 530 | 350 | 438 | 208 | 371 | 460 | 411 | 206 | 523 | 3497 | 505 | 168 | 304 | 376 | 393 | 545 | 420 | 232 | 442 | 3385 | 6882 |
Blue/White M: 71.0/123 W: 77.1/132 | 530 | 350 | 424 | 195 | 328 | 460 | 378 | 206 | 523 | 3394 | 505 | 148 | 304 | 376 | 360 | 545 | 398 | 214 | 409 | 3259 | 6653 |
White M: 70.1/120 W: 76.3/130 | 525 | 311 | 424 | 195 | 328 | 433 | 378 | 195 | 490 | 3279 | 491 | 148 | 293 | 365 | 360 | 508 | 398 | 214 | 409 | 3186 | 6465 |
White/Green M: 68.2/117 | 525 | 311 | 314 | 161 | 328 | 433 | 314 | 154 | 490 | 3030 | 491 | 148 | 293 | 365 | 360 | 508 | 338 | 140 | 387 | 3030 | 6060 |
Green M: 66.9/115 W: 72.5/122 | 525 | 311 | 314 | 161 | 328 | 385 | 314 | 154 | 478 | 2970 | 421 | 123 | 293 | 347 | 360 | 483 | 338 | 140 | 387 | 2892 | 5862 |
Gold M: 65.0/111 W: 69.9/118 | 427 | 266 | 314 | 156 | 275 | 315 | 308 | 154 | 421 | 2636 | 421 | 123 | 256 | 335 | 318 | 431 | 338 | 140 | 340 | 2702 | 5338 |
Handicap | 15 | 17 | 3 | 13 | 11 | 1 | 7 | 9 | 5 | 18 | 12 | 16 | 10 | 8 | 14 | 4 | 6 | 2 | |||
Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
Handicap (W) | 7 | 17 | 9 | 13 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 11 | 5 | 12 | 8 | 16 | 2 | 10 | 14 | 6 | 18 | 4 |
Course Details
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Golf Advisor: Top 25 College Courses in the U.S. (2020 #23)
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Reviewer Photos
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Photo submitted by u314161622535 on 02/24/2024
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Photo submitted by QuantumGolfx on 03/12/2023
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Photo submitted by QuantumGolfx on 03/12/2023
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Photo submitted by QuantumGolfx on 03/12/2023
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Photo submitted by QuantumGolfx on 03/12/2023
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Photo submitted by QuantumGolfx on 03/12/2023
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Photo submitted by QuantumGolfx on 03/12/2023
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Photo submitted by u314161194845 on 02/28/2023
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Papago Golf Course, hole 1 Photo submitted by TimGavrichGP on 08/12/2022
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Papago Golf Course, hole 15 Photo submitted by TimGavrichGP on 08/12/2022
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Photo submitted by Soberhiker on 03/21/2021
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Photo submitted by u050433218 on 05/30/2020
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Morning T Time Photo submitted by u886178050 on 08/07/2019
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Photo submitted by StephanJS on 07/22/2019
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Photo submitted by BabyLama2014 on 05/02/2019
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Photo submitted by BabyLama2014 on 05/02/2019
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Photo submitted by BabyLama2014 on 05/02/2019
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Photo submitted by BabyLama2014 on 05/02/2019
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Photo submitted by BabyLama2014 on 05/02/2019
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Photo submitted by MikeBaileyGolf on 02/21/2019
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Photo submitted by MikeBaileyGolf on 02/21/2019
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Photo submitted by MikeBaileyGolf on 02/21/2019
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Photo submitted by MikeBaileyGolf on 02/21/2019
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Photo submitted by MikeBaileyGolf on 02/21/2019
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Photo submitted by MikeBaileyGolf on 02/21/2019
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Photo submitted by Ienjoygolfing75 on 09/12/2017
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Photo submitted by Ienjoygolfing75 on 09/12/2017
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Photo submitted by Ienjoygolfing75 on 09/12/2017
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Photo submitted by Ienjoygolfing75 on 09/12/2017
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Photo submitted by Ienjoygolfing75 on 09/12/2017
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Photo submitted by Ienjoygolfing75 on 09/12/2017
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Photo submitted by u000005700701 on 03/19/2014
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Papago Buttes! Photo submitted by Hansel4033523 on 05/11/2013
Overpriced
They can not get tbe fairways back in shape, greens are ok, they can be better, orher near courses have mutch better fairways for almost haf on the cost..
Great course
The entire staff here is fantastic. I wish the golf cars did not lock up while you look for balls that went of course. It takes up a lot of time.
But let me repeat, the entire staff here is FANTASTIC.
Extremely slow play
Played on a Monday afternoon. We we not notified about a 20 minute starting time delay until 15 minutes before our tee time. Was 24 minutes behind schedule by the 6th hole. Never saw a Marshall the entire round. Course was in good shape. Greens were fast and undulating. A great challenge! Do to the pace of play I would prefer to try a different course for the money.
Fairways and greens were in good shape. Greens were slower than others in the area. Very challenging par 3s. Great 19th hole. Bartenders and servers were great.
Average Course
We had fun playing this course but would probably not play again for the price we played. Greens were in great shape, layout was good, but pace of play little slow. The 19th hole and driving range were excellent! Great food and beautiful driving range!!
Excellent 19th hole!
Course was challenging, greens were excellent and vary fast. Pace of play could have been better either by getting a ranger or tee time spacing. Would play again if the price was a little better.
There are many better options in the area.
I returned to this course for the first time after several years, and it was a disappointment this time around. The course plays the same as before... a moderately-challenging, mid-quality, “city course” with some good views. Now, though, it is WAY overpriced for what you get, and vibe is much less appealing. Also, dirt cart paths can be great when done right, but they just appeared neglected at this course. Upside: Dave, the starter, and the beverage cart attendants were great!
Good Course
Enjoyable, nice layout. The greens a very fast made for interesting putts. Pace of play was very slow.
Fast Greens
Papago was a challenging track! Make sure you play with someone with local knowledge. The fairways were tight, the desert was punishing, and the greens were interestingly fast.
To look at them you might think they would be running at 8 or 9... but they were like 12-13!!! Very challenging unless putting is your strength!
I would have rated the course higher if it were less expensive. I’m not sure that it’s worth the price they are asking. Plus, there’s quite a bit of trash in the desert areas. (I saw it while looking for my ball a couple of times.)
The practice facilities are top notch, the bloody Mary’s excellent, and the burger/fries are the way to go!
I’d play better if I’d have played it before but won’t likely return because it is too expensive. There are many other courses in the area that are better for less money.
Poor conditions for the value of the course . Scenic views might be all ur playing for and paying for
1st timer
fun challenging greens, staff was great,4 hours and 45 min. to play. Did not see a Marshal, beverage cart gal came around often, I would say its a little overpriced for the condition.
Great course, poorly managed tee sheet
Didn’t honor time that was booked month in advance.