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4.0
2033 Reviews (2033)
5 Stars
694
4 Stars
871
3 Stars
303
2 Stars
102
1 Stars
63
Conditions
3.8
Value
4.0
Layout
4.2
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
3.8
Amenities
4.1
79.8%
Recommend this course
1705 out of 2033 reviews
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4.0
48 Reviews (48)
5 Stars
17
4 Stars
19
3 Stars
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2 Stars
3
1 Stars
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Conditions
3.9
Value
3.8
Layout
4.1
Pace
3.8
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.8
75.0%
Recommend this course
36 out of 48 reviews
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4.1
84 Reviews (84)
5 Stars
31
4 Stars
36
3 Stars
13
2 Stars
3
1 Stars
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Conditions
3.9
Value
4.0
Layout
4.3
Pace
3.8
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.8
79.8%
Recommend this course
67 out of 84 reviews
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Course Highlights
Fast, true greens and a bunker-rich parkland layout consistently challenge and reward golfers who value precision shot-making. GCU student staff stand out for their genuine pride and attentive, friendly service throughout the round.

About

Holes 18
Type Municipal/Public
Style Parkland
Par 71
Length 7239 yards
Slope 135
Rating 74.3

Grand Canyon University Golf Course (formerly known as Maryvale Municipal Golf Course) offers an 18-hole track designed by Ted Robinson, Sr. and built in 1961. The par-71 golf course measures 7,269 yards from the championship tees and is open year-round.

The Bermuda grass Grand Canyon University Golf Course gets plenty of shade during the summer, thanks to several onsite trees, and features flat and wide fairways.

The fourth hole, for one example, is a 160-yard par-3 where you'll have to shoot over the water - and past the brick wall that separates the green from the water.

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Course Details

Year Built 1961
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect William F. Bell (1961) John Fought (2015) Mike Gogel

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS No
Pull-carts Yes
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, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Lounge

Accolades

  • Golf Advisor: Top 20 College Courses in the U.S. (2024 #20)
  • Golf Advisor: Top 25 College Courses in the U.S. (2023 #23) (2020 #21)
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Reviews

4.0
2033 Reviews (2033)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 39
Brunch 20
Patio Dining 20
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 69
Undulating Greens 26
Water Hazards 26
This course/club is great for:
Locals 65
Walkers 47
Advanced Golfers 45
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 75
Worth the Drive 21
Near the Airport 12

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Nice warm up course

Flat, difficult to get in trouble( I still find a way). Bunkers right at driving distance.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Reviews 6
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4.0
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First Time Playing

GCU- traps!!

Lot’s, and lot’s of very deep sand traps with minimal sand.

Easy to blade shots and believe me, you’ll end up in several. Otherwise course is fair, challenging

Heads up- minimal or no restrooms on the course, at least I did not find any other than the obvious clubhouse location.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
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4.0
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First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

Course was in great shape. Tee boxes are level, bunkers are filled with good sand. Lots of tall bunkers surrounding greens. Greens were quick and hard to read. Only issue was the holes look like they hadn't been cut or moved all winter, and were very dull, a little frustrating.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
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Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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4.0
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Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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Reviews 16
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Decent course

Over crowded… and felt like it was more about cramming people in to make money and not care king about the experience.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Poor
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
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Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Very friendly staff, playable course. Greens were in great condition. We had a very enjoyable time.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 30
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Solid Golf Course

Enjoyable round. Greens run smooth. Pace of play was good. The green side bunkers are deep and punishing. I enjoyed the layout.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice day

Played with two other nice folks. Good condition. Not very many memorable holes. A little boring.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 7
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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