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4.6
1091 Reviews (1091)
5 Stars
621
4 Stars
327
3 Stars
85
2 Stars
32
1 Stars
26
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.5
92.0%
Recommend this course
960 out of 1091 reviews
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4.5
17 Reviews (17)
5 Stars
12
4 Stars
3
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1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.8
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.7
82.4%
Recommend this course
14 out of 17 reviews
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4.6
47 Reviews (47)
5 Stars
34
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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Conditions
4.6
Value
4.4
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.7
91.5%
Recommend this course
43 out of 47 reviews
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Course Highlights
The Ambiente Course consistently impresses with immaculate conditions from tee to green, featuring strategic bunkers and subtle fairway undulations that reward thoughtful shot-making. Friendly, efficient staff and a well-appointed clubhouse with scenic views make this a standout value in the Phoenix area.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Style Links
Par 72
Length 7225 yards
Slope 138
Rating 73.9

Camelback Golf Club features two courses, Padre and Ambiente (formerly known as Indian Bend Course). The Ambiente Course underwent a major renovation in 2013. Making the course more eco friendly was one of the major goals of the renovation in addition to improving the layout's playability for a wider range of skill levels. The creatively shaped greens offer a variety of different putting options that present interesting risk-reward opportunities. The renovation added 100 acres of native desert and grass areas that add not only beauty but also require a third less water. Rolling terrain is the defining characteristic of the Ambiente Course, from the undulating fairways to dramatic drops in elevation. There are five sets of tees with forward tees that have easier approach angles and no forced carried, allowing even beginners to approach the golf course with confidence.

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Course Details

Year Built 1970
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Jack Snyder (1980) Jason Straka (2013)

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, Discover 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

4.6
1091 Reviews (1091)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 44
Patio Dining 33
19th Hole Scenic Views 20
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 118
Undulating Greens 104
Thick Rough 72
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 100
Locals 68
A Weekend Splurge 55
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 115
At a Resort 48
Near Local Attractions 42

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Reviews 1
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Disappointed

My group was right behind a tournament. No one told us there was a tournament. There were no Marshall’s to move the groups along. My round needed up being 50 minutes extra. It was very frustrating to have to wait on every hole. I even called the pro shop but still didn’t see any Marshall.

So disappointed as I paid way more to specifically play this course then I normally pay. It took tHe fun out of playing. I do love the course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Amazing as usual

Fast but true greens. Everything about this course is amazing and keeps me coming back

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 29
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

Interesting course

This was a links style course, not the usual desert course encountered in Phoenix area. It was a tight course, but the target landing zones were generous, and drives need to be "target golf" to take advantage. Several greens were tiered, some of which were not noticable from the fairway. Green books would be helpful for first time players. Starter offered no advice and seem annoyed to even be there. Otherwise staff was friendly. Greens were recently sanded but rolled true. Fairway bunkers were almost bare and greenside bunkers were sanded. Overall a fun course but not the usual desert style course. Pace of play was decent. Overall, a good golf experience.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Course in amazing conditions

This course had a links style which was a nice change for a desert course. On the other hand, this course has the best public course greens i have ever played. Will be back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Sanded Greens

I love the course, but there’s ongoing maintenance and a few thousand pounds of sand on the greens. Paid about $150 to play and was ok with that, but not a penny more until they are past this stage of maintenance.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good course

Very friendly staff. Course in great shape. Will visit again

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great course!

First time playing here. Course was in great shape. Awesome layout that is punishing on big misses but still gives you a room to work if you’re not hitting it your best. Practice facility was top notch and the clubhouse/amenities were fantastic. Also, the staff couldn’t have been nicer. Recommend!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Great Round, Just Windy

Enjoyed the course. It was unfortunate that a storm was moving in and the back nine was right into the wind! Beautiful course. Beautiful surroundings.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Very nice

A staff with a positive outlook. And engaged. No, that’s not why I golf, but it sure gets the round started on a plus. Sometimes that counts, especially on that first tee.

Course was immaculate - tee boxes, fairways, approaches, greens - impressive.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 16
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course. Beautiful setting.

The. Purse is beautiful, and the homes on the course are exceptionally nice. I played the Ambiente course, and the back nine was straight back into the wind (storm coming in). We had a great time playing into a 50 mph wind! We didn’t score well but had fun with the extra challenge!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 14
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fast greens

Had a great time on this course, just enough challenging holes to make it fun but not too difficult

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Golf trip

My buddy and i love this course. It is always included in our trips.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Enjoy yourself

Tees, fairways and greens were in fine shape. A little rough around the edges which takes away from the beauty of the property as well as the adjacent homes.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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