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4.5
1219 Reviews (1219)
5 Stars
593
4 Stars
446
3 Stars
104
2 Stars
34
1 Stars
42
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.1
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.3
93.9%
Recommend this course
1083 out of 1219 reviews
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4.4
28 Reviews (28)
5 Stars
11
4 Stars
16
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.5
Value
3.9
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.7
96.4%
Recommend this course
27 out of 28 reviews
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4.5
66 Reviews (66)
5 Stars
37
4 Stars
27
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.1
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.7
97.0%
Recommend this course
64 out of 66 reviews
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Course Highlights
Consistently well-maintained fairways, fast greens, and a challenging layout make this course a top pick in the Arizona heat. Exceptionally friendly staff and a smooth pace of play round out a rewarding round.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Style Traditional
Par 72
Length 6868 yards
Slope 130
Rating 72.2

Arthur Hills designed the Padre Course at Camelback Golf Club to deliver a fun round that's tough to forget. Trees tower, landforms show subtly, and bunkers improve your golf skills. The par-72 golf course measures 6,903 yards, and has gained its renown by offering a design that requires strategy.

A round of golf on the Padre Course at the Camelback Golf Club kicks off on the par-4 first hole, which measures 446 yards from the black tees. Things get long on the fifth hole, a par 5 that comes in at 553 yards from the black tees, one of four 500-plus-yard holes. The 18th hole is one of these: It's 547 yards from the black tee to the post-round celebration.

After your round on the Padre Course at Camelback Golf Club, head to the Golf Grill, serving U.S. cuisine and a fancy Sunday brunch in the style of Southwestern country clubs. There's also a luxury lounge where you can spend winters on the patio by the fireplace.

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Course Details

Year Built 1966
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens TiffEagle Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Arthur Hills (1999) Jack Snyder (1980) Chris Wilczynski (1999)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS Yes
Pull-carts No
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 Amex MasterCard Visa Discover card(s) Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No, soft spikes only
Fivesomes Allowed No
Single Allowed No
Walking Allowed No
Dress code Collared shirts & Bermuda length shorts for men and appropriate attire for women. No denim is allowed for men&women.

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Lounge, Locker Rooms

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Reviews

4.5
1219 Reviews (1219)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 32
Patio Dining 22
19th Hole Scenic Views 21
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 59
Water Hazards 53
Undulating Greens 33
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 36
Locals 35
Playing Multiple Courses 30
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 68
At a Resort 27
Worth the Drive 18

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Late June Golf

The course is in pretty good shape for this time of year. Surprisingly good greens and actual sand in the trap. Really enjoy the shade on this course when it's 108.

Conditions Excellent
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Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Jason sucks

The course was great the pace of play was awesome but the range is closed on Tuesdays and don't let Jason find out you're out there because you'll throw a fit

Conditions Excellent
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Layout Good
Friendliness Poor
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Conditions Excellent
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Pace Excellent
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First Time Playing

Nice course

Speed of play was good didn’t have to wait in between holes very long. Maybe because it was about 110 degrees out there. I walked probably a lot easier walk under 100 degrees. But overall good experience. Very nice Neighborhood .

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Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Reviews 2
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Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Padre

One of my favorite courses in the valley. Always in great shape and very challenging layout.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 171
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
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4.0
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Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Hidden Gem

Lowered summer rates = enjoyable day..!

Staff and amenities are really attentive.. will be back.!!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 39
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
2.0
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Poor
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Extremely Easy
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Solid round, good course

Enjoyed it for the most part. Cart girl wasn't exactly friendly or attentive - seemed like a college kid who was upset she had to work a holiday weekend. Otherwise, would be happy to return.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Reviews 39
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Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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