The Lakes At Ahwatukee

Course has made major improvements over the 2 years it’s been open. Greens and tee boxes are near perfect, fairways are 7/10, and the rough is very rough. Curious to see what this course looks like in a few years.

Pass of play would be much better if two somes were put together. Especially where multiple two somes are grouped together.

Cart path only requirement. We fully understand the requirement for this to get the course in good shape. However , when a person picks up their cart , it would be helpful if they're told they can drive on the dead grass , just not on the green fairways , and around the greens. Once we asked that question crossing to the 2nd nine we asked the starter/cart person. That definitely made playing a little more efficient use of time.

For a beginner like myself (6mo experience), you’ll likely have a rough game. Every hole provided a challenge, whether it be water (very common) or a tricky bunker along the fairway or right in front of the pin. My highlight of the game was hitting my only bogey on 15. Most holes are par 3s but vary widely in distance. Some instances where you pull out a driver on a par 4.

The best part of the course was certainly the staff. Jim will likely be helping you out with getting your cart set up and filling you in with basics about the course. Really cool dude. He even offered to wipe my clubs when my round was over. Don was the course marshal during my round and he was very polite albeit very direct about course rules and cart etiquette. I took Don’s direct demeanor as a reflection of the pride that he and the course staff take in this course. I guess it recently opened after being closed for a very long time; they’re working really hard to get the course looking well.

Fairways look amazing, very easy to see your ball regardless of color. Greens roll well and are consistent. Roughs could look better, but all the more motivation to stay out of it. I hate playing bunkers, but they were really nice here.

Biggest / only harsh downside is no amenities. Course is run out of a mobile trailer and provides a very limited pro shop. No restaurant on site, but there was a sausage vendor at the turn (yummy). No drinking water on the course. Many tee boxes didn’t have trash bins. Overall experience: one of the best value plays out there. The staff were the best and would be the main reason I’d return to the course, although I think I’ll wait until my game has improved a little bit.

For old guys like me this is a fun course. I shot 65 and got 4 birdies--the most ever for me!

Jim Reynolds is the man! He was a great manager on the morning of our round! The course is in great shape and I am happy it is back, hope the prices stay the same cause it’s the best deal in the valley this winter.

Shout out Jim from one Mass man to another! Go pirates

Second year course has been open for play after owner shut down for over 5 years. Fairways and greens were in good shape; discovered multiple times that the bunkers had good sand . The grounds overall aren’t that nice but has surrounding mountain views. Currently being run out of a trailer and no drinking water or beverage cart. Range and putting green adequate. Course was just right distance to walk without getting worn out. Challenging layout and reasonably priced. Staff is very friendly and chill. Definitely going back.

I didn’t try it for a while because of reviews, but it was a good course. Par 3s vary in distance so you use multiple irons. Fairways were nice and bunkers had good sand. There’s a range and putting green too. Definitely will play again

Snowbird here, staff was the friendliest in the valley this year!! Pace was great, lots of water - so had to play accordingly. Tee boxes, fairways, and greens were in great shape, and a great price as well!! Will definitely play again.

Lots of water (they don’t call it the Lakes for nothing!). Cool layout and fun to play. Unbelievably great deal for Phoenix area golf in the winter. One of the more challenging executive courses I have played. Well worth the time and money. Looks like it may have just re-opened? Temporary trailer for a clubhouse. No food/beverages. I never judge a course by what they offer in amenities, if you do this isn’t your place (yet). Hopefully they will add a true clubhouse. Greens were a little bumpy and most putts didn’t roll true. But a foursome under $100 in the winter can’t be beat. Best deal in Phoenix right now hand down.

Been playing here for a few years now and they are most definitely bringing this course back to life. If you need a spot to work on your irons and short game, this is the place. Great bang for your buck!

Course is coming back to life, fairways and greens look great. Staff is very friendly! We’ll play again.

Overall, a fun course! The greens and fairways were in quite good condition! The roughs were… really rough. However, considering where this course used to be, it’s easy to see that they are trying to revitalize is, which is a good thing. Overall, fairly affordable and a fun round.

This is a great golf course to play . The different distances and course layout with hazards are truly challenging. This is one of the many reasons why I love playing this golf course. Staff is very friendly and professional. The greens run pretty fast and the fairways are amazing, a lot of work has gone into revamping the Lakes and its showing .