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3.3
801 Reviews (801)
5 Stars
84
4 Stars
240
3 Stars
221
2 Stars
131
1 Stars
125
Conditions
2.9
Value
3.4
Layout
3.7
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.5
62.0%
Recommend this course
516 out of 801 reviews
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3.6
33 Reviews (33)
5 Stars
7
4 Stars
14
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
3
1 Stars
2
Conditions
3.4
Value
3.5
Layout
3.6
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.4
StaffFriendliness
4.5
69.7%
Recommend this course
23 out of 33 reviews
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3.7
49 Reviews (49)
5 Stars
11
4 Stars
20
3 Stars
11
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
3
Conditions
3.4
Value
3.6
Layout
3.7
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.4
StaffFriendliness
4.5
71.4%
Recommend this course
35 out of 49 reviews
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Course Highlights
The staff here consistently earns high praise for friendliness, and recent investment from ownership has brought course conditions to their best level in years. The challenging layout with quality greens and bunkers delivers strong value for golfers seeking an improving hidden gem.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Parkland
Par 71
Length 6846 yards
Slope 121
Rating 71.4

Junior National Golf Club (formerly known as Tres Rios Golf Course at Estrella Mountain Park and Estrella Mountain Golf Course) is rich with dense forestry including eucalyptus, mesquite, and pine trees as well as cottonwoods. The course has a parkland-style layout with rolling fairways lined with trees and undulating greens that are medium-sized and fast. To add more challenge to the golf course, water hazards and bunkers come into play on several holes. The par-4 seventh hole is considered the most difficult driving hole on the course. There are stately trees off the tee and the second shot is to a narrow sloping green. Junior National Golf Club features multiple tee boxes for a variety of different golfing options.

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Course Details

Year Built 1966
Golf Season Year round
Architect Red Lawrence (1962)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Bar, Snacks, Grill

Available Facilities

Clubhouse
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Reviews

3.3
801 Reviews (801)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 22
Patio Dining 12
19th Hole Scenic Views 9
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 28
Bunkers 26
Undulating Greens 24
This course/club is great for:
Locals 52
Seniors 34
Beginners 33
This Course's Location is:
In the 'Burbs 33
Worth the Drive 27
Convenient to the City 25

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Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

The holes were on the slopes of the greens and the speed was like putting on ice. Not setup for bogie golfers. Over 4 1/2 hours to play is way to slow. Staff was great but because of course condition and speed of play won't be back.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 02/06/2017:
Hello and thank you for taking the time to review your experience with us! We are sorry to hear that the pace of play was slow and that the course conditions were not as enjoyable as they could have been. We hope that you choose to visit us again and let us make up for this experience!
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Too much rough. Not enough grass. Fairways narrow. Booked too many folks.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 02/06/2017:
Thank you for visiting our course and taking the time to give feedback! We are sorry to hear our pace of play, course layout, and course conditions were not satisfactory for you. We will review these issues and make improvements moving forward. We hope your next visit with us will exceed all expectations!
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

A little rough off the fairway

I like the course because of the pace of play and the price is reasonable compared to others close around. The greens are in excellent shape and are very fast. Don't expect your ball to hold when chipping on. The only thing that is a little rough, is the rough. Stay in the fairway and you will be fine. Love the short grass fairways.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 02/22/2017:
We are glad to hear that the pace of play and price were great for your round! However, we regret to see that the course conditions were not ideal for your round. We hope to see you again soon for another round!
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great condition

This course is improving every time I play there. Greens are looking good, fairways are filling out and the new staff is amazing. Restaurant has an improving menu. This course is the best value in the West Valley if not the entire Phoenix metropolitan area.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 02/22/2017:
We are happy to hear that our course conditions were great for your round! Thank you for your feedback and we look forward to seeing you again soon for another round!
Played On
Reviews 11
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 02/09/2017:
Thank you for the feedback. We regret to hear that the course conditions, course layout, and pace of play was not enjoyable. We strive to make our golfers happy and will focus on these issues moving forward. We hope to see you soon and happy golfing!
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Ok course

The course is good if you live close and are looking to get in a round. Look for special rates and you will like it more.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 02/09/2017:
Hello "skijlw", thank you for taking the time to give your feedback. We are sorry to hear our course conditions and amenities were not as enjoyable as they should have been. We look to offer our golfers the best value and experience possible and strive to improve everyday. We hope your next visit with us exceeds expectations!
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Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Lumpy bumpy

The course was so bumpy that we physically had to quit after only 6 holes

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Response from on 02/09/2017:
Hey "LORENJ", thank you for the response. We are sorry to hear that the course conditions and your overall experience was not as enjoyable as it should have been. We hope that your next visit with us will be much better, have a great day!
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good course great price

Now that it's under new management they have maid some major improvements to the course condition. fairways are full, greens are tight and fast, sand traps are sand and not clay mix. Great great improvement.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Response from on 02/09/2017:
Hey "Pedro2401326", thank you for the feedback! We are excited to hear you enjoyed your round with us and would recommend our course to your friends. We strive to give our golfers the best experience possible and look to improve everyday. We hope to see you very soon, happy golfing!
Played On
Reviews 20
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great value

We have been enjoying this course for several years now, it is a great value for the money and we will continue to golf there.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 12/09/2016:
We appreciate your patronage! Thank you very much for the 4 star rating! We look forward to seeing you again soon!
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

tres rios

95% of Tee boxes full of holes and un-even

No on course amenities

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Response from on 12/09/2016:
We appreciate you taking the time to write a review. We hope you will come back & see us again soon.
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

The staff was amazing, This course has really been upgrade from a few years ago. The fairways were is great shape and the green rolled nicley and fast. The pace was very slow because the morning frost pushed all the tee times back. The lay out was defiantly from 1962. As a result it is nice to play a something different from a desert course. I would certainly play it again.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Response from on 12/09/2016:
Thank you for the 4 star rating! We hope to see you back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Post Thanksgiving enjoyment

Threesome enjoyed afternoon 18 holes. Ideal weather and enjoyable Tres Rios golf outing. Very welcoming staff, new golf carts and well groomed course.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 11/29/2016:
Wow! Thank you very much for the 5 star rating! We hope to see you again soon!
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Course still coming off overseeding.

Course needs some work but overall a fun and challenging day.

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 10/24/2016:
We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the course's challenges it presents. Come back and see us again for another fun day of golf!
Played On
Reviews 37
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great value, fun course.

This course something for everyone. It plays at better than 6800 yards from the tips and less than 6000 from the front tees. The course layout is fun and has some challenging holes. There trees all around the course which offer a break from the sun and make sure you keep your ball on line. The staff is very friendly and understands they are. In the hospitality business which is good as too many courses across the country do not understand this concept.

All and all this is a good course and I will return for another round. That being said, the day I was there it looked like they had not cut the fairways in a few days. The fairways were more like first cut. The gentlemen in the pro shop said they had over seeded and we're getting caught up on the mowing cycle. The green was a little slow for me but most player will like these greens.

If you're you have not tried this course, I recommend giving it a try. Good luck and hit me straight.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Response from on 10/19/2016:
Thank you for taking the time to write a review! We are thrilled to hear that you will return for another round!
Played On
Reviews 22
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice Layout

I have been playing this course since the eighties, love the course design and it's good for every one regardless of handicap.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 10/19/2016:
We appreciate your patronage and love to hear that you've been playing at Tres Rios for so long! We look forward to seeing you again soon!
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Awesome

This course was in great shape. The greens and tee boxes were in fantastic shape and the fairways were coming in nicely now that the sprinkler problems are being addressed. I hope it comes out of overseed in the same shape. The new staff is putting in many hours to make this course perfect. Oh, they should have all new carts when the reopen after overseed. Looking forward to October 8th, when they reopen.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 10/19/2016:
Thank you for complimenting our staff! They are always striving to provide the best golfer experience! We hope to see you again soon!
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Commented on 10/20/2016

Well, this course came out of overseed in better shape than ever. They are already allowing carts on the fairways with no restrictions. If you haven't played here in awhile you must give it a try.

Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Estrella

Played this course about 2 years ago and had been reluctant to go back ever since. We are playing a tournament there in a couple of weeks so thought we would get a handle on how it was playing. Have to say I was pleasantly surprised! greens were in great shape, fairways were in good shape, rough was a little rangy but overall very happy to go back again! Staff was very helpful and sincere!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 09/13/2016

u977992852 - We are happy to hear that you returned and had a wonderful time playing! Thank you for the kind words towards our staff! We hope to see you again soon!

Played On
Reviews 28
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

All around a really nice course.

Some of the best greens I played and putted on. Very smooth.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 09/08/2016

hititfar345 - Thank you for the perfect 5 star rating! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your time with us. Come back and see us again soon!

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Fair weather
Used cart

Nice course for the price

Had a tee time after calling, was told a different price when we arrived. However the friendly staff honored the online deal. Thank you for doing that!!!!

The course itself is very nice, good mix of short iron and long drive holes. However the only bad part was the very thick rough along the fairways. Anytime we would hit into a rough patch, we would literally lose our golf balls. due to the high and thick grass, it was impossible to find the golf balls.

Overall we had a wonderful time at the course, friendly staff and price will have us returning soon.

Conditions Fair
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 09/08/2016

Angel4371707 - Thank you for the 4 star rating! We hope to see you back on the course soon!

Played On
Reviews 157
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 100 Contributor
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Best I have seen this course

Have not played here in sometime, but have driven by and read a good review. The pro shot and club house staff were excellent, very friendly. No beverage cart but they do have cold towels on the course. The course, WOW, the best I have seen in years for this time of year. Yes the ruff was up but nothing like the past, NO lost balls. The fairways and greens were in great shape. The front were a little bushy and slow but the back were in very good condition. OH and how can you beat the price that includes a tap beer and either a hot dog or deli sandwich. For sure will be playing more this summer......Excellent

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 09/08/2016

artsdeal - Wow! Thank you very much for the 5 star rating! We are so glad to hear that you will be playing more here this summer. We look forward to seeing you!

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