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3.3
704 Reviews (704)
5 Stars
316
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
37
1 Stars
27
Conditions
3.1
Value
3.0
Layout
4.0
Friendliness
3.9
Pace
3.7
Amenities
3.7
50.4%
Recommend this course
575 out of 704 reviews
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3.1
17 Reviews (17)
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Conditions
3.0
Value
2.9
Layout
4.2
Pace
3.5
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
3.8
41.2%
Recommend this course
7 out of 17 reviews
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3.0
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Conditions
2.8
Value
2.7
Layout
3.9
Pace
3.3
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
3.6
36.4%
Recommend this course
8 out of 22 reviews
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Course Highlights
The course layout consistently earns high marks as one of the valley's most beautiful and challenging designs. Friendly staff and smooth pace of play make each round a welcoming experience.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Desert
Par 71
Length 7002 yards
Slope 138
Rating 72.2

SunRidge Canyon Golf Club provides adventure amid natural terrain over 7,002 yards of par-71 golf. The golf course was laid out by the golf course architect Keith Foster, who hid the golf course in the ridges and canyons of the foothills of the McDowell Mountains, one of the last untouched bastions of the Southwestern United States.

The SunRidge Canyon Golf Club's signature hole is the 17th, and it is unique, giving golfers the option of shooting a 209-yard, par 3 over a box canyon today and then going for a 152-yard par 3 from an elevated tee tomorrow. Foster discovered the elevated-tee opportunity during a tour of the golf course while it was being constructed and added the Canyon set of tees right then. The vistas he knew golfers would get were enough to convince Foster to set up the second set of tees.

After a round of golf at the SunRidge Canyon Golf Club, head back to the Ridge Room, which attracts visitors and locals for the great view and Southwestern cuisine.

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Course Details

Year Built 1995
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Champion Ultradwarf Bermudagrass
Architect Keith Foster (1995)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
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 VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Collared shirt required, no denim

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

3.3
704 Reviews (704)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 40
Patio Dining 39
19th Hole Scenic Views 33
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 74
Forced Carries 59
Bunkers 56
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 65
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 64
A Bucket list/Top 100 Pick 32
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 60
Convenient to the City 30
In the 'Burbs 27

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Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 20-24
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Picturesque canyon course, not too hard for the average golfer.

This was my first time playing SunRidge Canyon. Except for the rainy weather, my experience was an excellent one. Since I was playing as a single golfer, I was concerned with not knowing where the hazards were located. The course provided a course map showing hazards and yardages, which made my experience even better.
I hope to return to this course on a warmer and sunny day!

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays Twice a year
I Recommend This Course
4.0

Fantastic fun course

Great course in great condition and a very fun course to play. a most for people looking for a true desert course

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Long, Challenging, great layout, well worth a visit.

Played off the tips, a very tough layout with a premium on accuracy and length off the tee. Par 3's are probably the best set I have ever played. Fairways were in good shape and greens rolled very well. Staff very nice and friendly. will be back for sure but unless your bombing it off the tee avoid the black tees.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 26
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Good golf course. Very challenging.

Really enjoyed the day. Good ranger. Made sure the pace of play was being kept.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Great Views, Great condition, Excellent Service.

The Wicked Six was great, very challenging. Pin Placements combined with the back nine hole lengths made for a difficult round of golf. I would highly recommend this course to anyone looking for a challenge.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Like course

First time played course in winter. Enjoyed playing the course but not the same condition as playing in may and june

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 33
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Course condition was excellent. Overseeding on fairways only, but a nice effect from the tee blocks.

Lovely views, elevation changes, and nice carries over water and 'washes'. Every hole was unique with varying club selection off the tees. Due to a cold snap, the course was empty. We were able to walk the course, but there are some lengthy walks from green to tee.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Winter condition but every hole interesting, fabulous views.

I played this course while visiting in May 2012 and found the beauty, greens, hole architecture and views wonderful. This I played January 1st and of course greens were running 8 and not 11 but still a fun difficult track. Bring your range finder and check every distance before you hit. There is no forgiveness in this mountainside desert course!

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Challenging and Beautiful!

Excellent course conditions, greens were rolling true and probably
around 10. Fairways are forgiving but not gimme's. The views are wonderful and the course is challenging enough to keep you focused. This is one of my top 20 courses in Arizona.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

A Must Play

If your looking for a challenging course with great views a nice little breeze and a fantastic staff, then you must play Sunridge Canyon. The last six holes are called the wicked six and are great finishing holes. Go play.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0

Bring your A Game

Beautiful layout and a challenge to say the least. The wicked 6 are truly that. Played on Dec. 31st, a little cool for that time of year, high only in the mid 50's. Very scenic, and a fabulous track to have your butt kicked for about 4 hours.
Enjoy

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Scenic and enjoyable corse to play...great setting

First time I played it and it was a good experience..gorgeous setting and challenging..the W 6 deserve their name up hill and into the wind. The staff were very accommodating and pleasant.

Conditions Poor
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Challenging course

Great layout! Greens were very nice. Friendly staff.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser

I played this course 3 years ago and it was in great shape.

This December (2012) they had only over seeded the fairways the rough was dormant in keys places which gave very poor lies or no chance for ball to stop before entering the desert. Greens were slower than other Scottsdale courses played on this trip.

In comparison to my previous visit it was a disappointment. I regretted suggesting it to my friends.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Awesome . I do like this course very much.

This is the frist time me and my wife come to Phoneix.
We both love playing golf. The SunRigde golf Canyon
give us the total difference experience of playing golf,
We have make the right decision . Hopefully will come again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
4.0

Fair but not at this price

The course was ok...for how much they are asking for I would be expecting more. Main thing was that the greens had issues...

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Great Shape.

challenging course but with landing areas that are fair.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 37
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser

TLC needed

I've played this course in past years and was looking forward to playinng it again. Unfortunately it is not in good condition right now including fairways and greens. The course conditions in no way compare to other courses I've played in the last few weeks. The back nine are magnificent holes. I'd certainly recommend the course once it comes up to par with its condition.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Great track. Difficult par 4's on back side

Highly recommend. Great shape.Will play again. One of the better courses in the valley I have played.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser

Very nice layout.

They have a cart shortage. Supposed to start at 1:08 and finally got a cart at 1:25. As sunset is at 5:10, already behind schedule. Course is in transition to winter grass and I understand that they need to keep the grass a little longer......
Fairways grass was long (always grass between the club face and the ball at impact) and the greens were a bit bumpy and slow (8 to 8.5 is my estimate). I would wait until they can mow the fairways and greens closer before returning. Some striking vistas and beautifully designed holes. I'll play there again when the greens are faster.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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