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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
9
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
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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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Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0

Fun Course!

Had a great time playing GCU, students are very friendly. The greens were in great shape! Smooth and fast. Will be back!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Love this course

I've played this course before, but this round it was in the best shape yet. The staff is always welcoming, and there is always a great selection of drinks at the bar. The fairways and rough were very well maintained, but I was shocked at how good the greens were. They were smooth and playing fast, and offered a great chance to get my approaches dialed in. It's a great value with a fantastic 19th hole.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Too bad

Definetely not worth the price. Extremely slow play. Greens were hard, sand based and painted green. Yes, painted green. Very little sand in huge, deep bunkers. Had to chip out with a pitching wedge. Absolutely ridiculous conditions.

No grass on greens, no sand in sand traps and very slow play. Enough said. Won't be back

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 33
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Previously Played

PACE OF PLAY

NO ADULT MARSHALS. 5 hours to play 16 holes and a 3some was the culprit. Waiting 10 minutes between shots makes for a very miserable day of golf for the most patient person. None of us were able to get any game rhythm. $85 wasted.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 19
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Not Again

I'm a 10 handicap, 66 yrs old. Played many courses in the area over 30 years. Very disappointing round. 4.5 hours (3 players) with a horendously slow first 9 nine holes. A staff person came by on #4 to tell us he was trying get some slow groups in front of us moving. Had to call the pro shop on #11 due to no improvement. Waiting too long on every shot. Kiss of death for good golf. Greens were painted green with maybe 1/16 " of grass on them. Basically, mostly hard sand with some grass on it. Very fast and won't hold a good shot. Very little sand in the huge bunkers. This course is maybe worth paying $40.

I canceled a future tee time. My playing partners thought the same of the course and won't be back either.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course is in good shape overall. Pace of play was excellent. Staff is always friendly and helpful.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 53
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Good challenge

Challenging course. Layout is anything but blah. Every hole offers challenge. Greens were smooth and ran true. Fairways were great. Rough is not in season, but still playable. Can’t wait to come back

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 26
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice course

Professionally operated and staffed with college students. Great service and great attitudes. Everything was as a course should be. Plays shorter than expected. Corners can be cut by long hitters. Lots of risk reward but worth it if you can drive the ball well.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 33
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Pace of play was horrendous. Marshals didn’t address at all. 5 1/2 hours to play 16 holes

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 126
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
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 12
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Sand traps were large and lacking sand , worst traps I have ever played NEED SAND .

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 25
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

A lot of sand traps, and deep ! At driving distances and very protected greens.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
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 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Will come again

Great value for your money. Course in great shape. Challenging but still fun. Will be back.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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