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4.4
935 Reviews (935)
5 Stars
545
4 Stars
284
3 Stars
60
2 Stars
21
1 Stars
25
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.0
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.5
83.8%
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843 out of 935 reviews
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4.4
31 Reviews (31)
5 Stars
20
4 Stars
5
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.6
Value
3.9
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.6
80.6%
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25 out of 31 reviews
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4.3
53 Reviews (53)
5 Stars
33
4 Stars
8
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.5
Value
3.8
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.7
79.2%
Recommend this course
42 out of 53 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Style Executive
Par 54
Length 2310 yards
Slope N/A
Rating N/A

The executive golf course at Mountain Shadows Golf Club in addition to being an excellent course has the added benefit of having a picturesque location nestled in the foothills of Camelback Mountain, and it also offers views of the equally majestic Mummy Mountains. The oleanders and palm trees sprinkled throughout the course enhance the pleasant atmosphere. The golf course's 18th hole boasts beautiful views of the sunset during the twilight hours but the signature hole is the par-3 12th hole. It plays uphill toward Camelback Mountain and over a pond and brook to a double-tiered green that is well protected by bunkers.

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Course Details

Year Built 1961
Fairways TiffDwarf Grass
Greens TiffDwarf Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Jack Snyder (1961) Forrest Richardson (2016)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes
GPS Yes
Pull-carts Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range No
Bunker Yes
Caddies No
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Indoor Practice Yes
Putting Green Yes
Practice Hole Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Fivesomes Allowed No
Single Allowed Yes - paired up
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Collared shirt required, no denim

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Lounge, Banquet Facilities

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards

Accolades

Reviews

4.4
935 Reviews (935)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 24
Patio Dining 11
19th Hole Specials 10
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 50
Water Hazards 32
Narrow Fairways 27
This course/club is great for:
Seniors 49
Beginners 40
Locals 39
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 51
Worth the Drive 19
Near Local Attractions 17

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Played On
Reviews 55
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Hot weather
Used cart

Punched greens on a par 3!

First I did not realize this was a par 3 course, my bad, did not read the stats closely, just needed a round quickly in the Scottsdale area. I debated playing it once I arrived because 85 bucks is a lot for me. My playing partner was really wanting to get a break and play, so I decided to go ahead. BUT once on the course to have the greens bumpy as the moon's surface was so disappointing. We had a good time and shared a drink at the 19 hole but the golf was awful, par 3's are about the putting but at this time for this money - forget about it.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
TheShortCourse
Commented on 07/01/2023

Thank you for your feedback and apologize we didn't meet your expectations. We aerified greens June 14th. There is plenty of grass on the greens, have recovered and rolling nicely. We're pleased with our transition from winter to summer grass.

Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0

summer condition

Course is usually great but $50 to play this place in the summer is a rip off, course is in bad condition right now. Play in the winter.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
TheShortCourse
Commented on 06/21/2023

Thank you for your feedback. We aerified greens a few days ago. There is plenty of grass on the greens and are recovering nicely. We're pleased with our transition from winter to summer grass.

Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 37
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great Iron play

We decide to make our first round of golf short. Since we just flew in. This is a great course to play in around 2 hours and get your irons working.
Totally would stop here again.
Also the restaurant had great service and good food.
See the Canek in the background.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 37
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Par 3 Nice to get your Irons working

We played at 1150 am on a Sunday. Was very quiet so pace of play was great. Just a little over 2 hours which including sone extra re-putts.
Great course to start getting your iron play ready.
Both Proshop staff, starters and wait staff all very friendly and efficient.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 13
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Poor
Layout Fair
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Sunny Days

My wife and I really like to play this course. It does have tricky greens to keep you thinking how to play the shot or putt. I would definitely recommend it!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Just Plain Fun

We played this course to give our backs a rest on day 2 of a 4 day golf trip. Course was in great shape, staff was friendly and pace was excellent. Would definitely go back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
TheShortCourse
Commented on 04/13/2023

Thank you for the 5 star review!

Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Wow! Just wow!

What a fun course! And, now I know what Camelback Mountain is! Gorgeous views! Challenging holes w some bunkers and elevated greens... Would be great to play at the start of your vacation... gives your irons and putter some practice!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 6
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

The best par 3

We loved the layout of the course. So much fun navigating the fairways and greens. Customer service was awesome.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
TheShortCourse
Commented on 04/13/2023

Thank you for the 5 star review and sharing your experience. We hope to see you again soon.

Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart

Par three

Course was in great shape, excellent for the short game tune-up. Enjoyed playing the course, staff not that inviting. We were not notified when the carts and clubs were ready at the first tee block. Cart return attendant very helpful as it was our first time to Arizona.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Fair
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
TheShortCourse
Commented on 04/13/2023

Thank you for the 5 star review. Our goal is to provide friendly and helpful service, with course conditions comparable to the finest courses in Phoenix. Thank you for joining us.

Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Slow pace of play

Course conditions great! Pace of play very slow - 5 h round.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
TheShortCourse
Commented on 04/13/2023

We pride ourselves to provide great course conditions. Normal time to play the course is 3 hours, with a slow round reaching 3 hours and 20 minutes. The 5 hour round comment must be a typo.

Played On
Reviews 5
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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