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Grand Canyon University Golf Course

5902 W Indian School Rd, Phoenix, Arizona 85033, Maricopa County
(623) 846-4022
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About

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.

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

Rentals & Services

Golf Carts
GPS
Pull Carts
Caddies
Golf Clubs

Practice & Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Visa, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes
Walking Allowed

Food & Beverage

Bar
Restaurant

Available Facilities

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

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4.1
4.1 out of 5 stars, based on 2056 reviews
81.0%
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2056
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  • 3 Stars
  • 2 Stars
  • 1 Stars
  • Conditions
    3.9
  • Value
    4.0
  • Layout
    4.2
  • Friendliness
    4.6
  • Pace
    3.8
  • Amenities
    4.2
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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.

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Golfers Often Mention

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

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Golfer Reviews

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u000005863912
Reviews 13
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played

Typical public course

Pros: large greens with challenging undulations. Walkable. No blind shots. Decent bunkers.

Cons: some fairways and most of the rough were not in great shape, but this may be due to time of year with Bermuda not kicking in its growth yet. There is not a GPS system in the carts. We waited on every shot, and finished the round in 4 1/2 hours.

For the price, there are much better courses in the area.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
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cferg123
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Played
First Time Playing
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 1.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 2.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 2.0
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roeder99
Reviews 28
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 2.0
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u000006353782
Reviews 38
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Played

Bad experience.

We were almost hit several times in 9 holes and opted to abort our round at the turn due to the slow play and layout. We followed a group of 4 that was taking forever to play and a group of 5 was behind us. There was no ranger or course assistance to help with the pace. The layout is simply dangerous when some big hitters are out playing. Would not recommend at any price.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 1.0
Layout 1.0
Friendliness 2.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 4.0
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Oso346
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
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carl1982
Reviews 13
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Played

The problem with Grand Canyon University golf course is the college team plays there and they also have mini tour events. Every time I play there it’s always very slow. The surrounding areas of the green and rough are very dry or dirt.

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Previously Played
Windy weather
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 2.0
Value 2.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 2.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 5.0
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Kentwaryan
Reviews 20
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Thanks Ranger

Most golf courses that have Rangers do not use them to speed play. I have played 2 times @ GC and both times they had Rangers that did do that. Yesterday we played in under 4 hours on a very busy day.

Thanks GC.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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u000002350467
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
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wadepilgreen
Reviews 10
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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u000001409317
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 1.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
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u499657359
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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u000001139624
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Great time had by all

Tee to great the course was in good shape. Wish the rangers would have prodded the slow players to pick up the pace

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
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hyder81
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Decent, but slow course

The course is in pretty good shape, the greens excellent. If you don’t mind a 4 1/2 to 5 hr round, it’s an ok option

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 3.0
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trcoffey21
Reviews 6
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

University Golf Course

Love the layout BUT every time I play it is such a long round of golf. You need to have 10 minute tee times versus 8, very difficult to get in a groove when you wait on every shot. This course is difficult for many people. Hole 8 always has several groups waiting, causing 9 and 10 to be very slow as well. I doubt I play again, just cannot handle nearly 5 hour rounds of golf.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 4.0
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u000004230754
Review 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays Once every three months
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
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mcnick3303
Review 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 3.0
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danygramgn
Reviews 8
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Excellent greens

Great course layout with excellent greens. Very challenging for the average player. Best Pastrami sandwich from very nice estaurant

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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Scott0803
Reviews 71
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
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u314161254264
Review 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Great again

Course is in super nice condition. Very friendly staff.

Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Difficulty 4.0
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u000002789728
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 4.0
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