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Mountain Shadows Golf Course

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4.7
1028 Reviews (1028)
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
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1 Stars
26
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.4
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.7
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4.9
17 Reviews (17)
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Conditions
4.9
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.8
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5.0
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4.9
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Value
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Layout
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Pace
4.7
Amenities
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4.9
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Course Highlights
This par-3 hidden gem consistently impresses with immaculate course conditions, a beautifully challenging layout, and stunning views. Friendly staff and a smooth pace of play make it an outstanding value for golfers of all skill levels.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Style Executive
Par 54
Length 2310 yards
Slope 91
Rating 57.0

The executive golf course at Mountain Shadows Golf Club in addition to being an excellent course has the added benefit of having a picturesque location nestled in the foothills of Camelback Mountain, and it also offers views of the equally majestic Mummy Mountains. The oleanders and palm trees sprinkled throughout the course enhance the pleasant atmosphere. The golf course's 18th hole boasts beautiful views of the sunset during the twilight hours but the signature hole is the par-3 12th hole. It plays uphill toward Camelback Mountain and over a pond and brook to a double-tiered green that is well protected by bunkers.

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Tees
Tee Par Length Rating Slope
Back (W) 54 2310 yards 57.0 91
Back 54 2310 yards 53.7 88
Middle 54 2065 yards 52.5 85
Middle (W) 54 2065 yards 55.8 88
Forward 54 1735 yards 51.1 82
Forward (W) 54 1735 yards 54.4 85
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Scorecard for The Short Course at Mountain Shadows
Metrics:
Hole 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Out 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 In Total
Back M: 53.7/88 W: 57.0/91 107 162 156 193 90 120 75 175 90 1168 100 166 84 125 115 180 108 173 91 1142 2310
Middle M: 52.5/85 W: 55.8/88 95 142 150 184 82 112 70 155 83 1073 90 138 75 115 85 152 104 146 87 992 2065
Forward M: 51.1/82 W: 54.4/85 75 133 117 139 76 70 50 150 64 874 83 87 67 111 67 146 90 138 72 861 1735
Handicap 15 7 9 1 17 13 5 3 11 18 2 8 12 16 4 14 6 10
Par 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 27 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 27 54
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Course Details

Year Built 1961
Fairways TiffDwarf Grass
Greens TiffDwarf Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Jack Snyder (1961) Forrest Richardson (2016)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range No
Bunker Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Indoor Practice Yes
Putting Green Yes
Practice Hole Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Fivesomes Allowed No
Single Allowed Yes - paired up
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Collared shirt required, no denim

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Lounge, Banquet Facilities

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards

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Reviews

4.7
1028 Reviews (1028)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 24
Patio Dining 12
19th Hole Specials 10
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 50
Water Hazards 33
Narrow Fairways 27
This course/club is great for:
Seniors 50
Beginners 41
Locals 40
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 52
Worth the Drive 19
Near Local Attractions 17

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Nephromania
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Summer Round

Played here yesterday morning. Course was wide open and we finished in 2-1/2 hours. Immaculate condition. Only complaint were the big trucks removing the oleanders on the front nine.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
TheShortCourse
Commented on 09/03/2025

Thank you for the nice review. Our apologies for any inconvenience as we make upgrades to the plants around our perimeter.

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u314161037484
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Fun

Super short. Bonus hole surprise.

Awesome greens. Elevation play. Fun.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
TheShortCourse
Commented on 09/03/2025

Thank you for the nice feedback. We strive to provide friendly and helpful service with great course conditions and the best views of Camelback Mountain.

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u314160635610
Played On
Reviews 67
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

A nice break

Anytime you can leave your driver home, it’s like a vacation.

Good practice with irons and challenging greens.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
TheShortCourse
Commented on 09/03/2025

No drivers needed, but you need to be precise with your irons. Thank you for the nice review.

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u314162471834
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Good as Always

If you want a quick 18 holes go to Mt. Shadows Golf course - it is worth it!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Fairly Easy
TheShortCourse
Commented on 09/03/2025

Yes, we offer a fun, fast round of golf with quality course conditions. Thank you for the 5 star review.

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9WGLF0asS5wTC775Orok
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Awesome Par 3 course

First Par course I’ve played and I loved it. All the staff was awesome and friendly. Water was provided and course was in great shape. 10/10 would recommend

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
TheShortCourse
Commented on 09/03/2025

Thank you for the excellent review. We strive to be a high end resort course. We just happen to have all Par 3s.

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u314161477377
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Wow! Hidden Gem

I’ve lived in the area for 50 years. Have golfed at countless courses, but never here.

We were absolutely blown away by this fabulous hidden gem.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
TheShortCourse
Commented on 09/03/2025

Thanks for finally giving us a try. We hope to see you again soon.

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josher1233
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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2CNsbXr7PBbPWMWzpFQo
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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brookekingston
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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u314167575232
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Twice a year
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great golf!

Great Par 3 track! Great people and layout ! I will be back!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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zND1C1F98r7nF5U6ewq3
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Don’t see it’s value

Yep. Only par 3’s. Very, very fast. We didn’t like it.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
TheShortCourse
Commented on 04/30/2025

Par 3 golf isn't for everyone. Thanks for giving us a try.

We have 18 par 3's ranging from 70 yards up to 200 yards.

We strive for friendly and helpful service with great course conditions and the best view in town.

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u314162552966
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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pcmcgee1
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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PLLgolf
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Gorgeous fun course

Gorgeous fun course at the base of camelback with breath taking views. Best Time to play is late afternoon the sun setting is gorgeous. Even though it’s a short course it’s challenging which makes it more fun. It is a bit pricey because it’s at a resort.

If you have a chance to play with less time do this course.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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1kdd2S8oo8I7KK1uGJBK
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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pcmcgee1
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

A very tricky course

The course wasn’t what we imagined for a par 3 course. It’s a very nice course, with great views, but very challenging.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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XtzE0A9ZoCP40OCNgc0C
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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INrs3t2wliwY8nbiLDOQ
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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u920777867
Played On
Reviews 47
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Wonderful par 3 cours

Great weather and course. We were paired up with a couple from Houston and had a wonderful round

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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uK33U0xplzrnE1ChOc4a
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

I was transported to The Clam Bake

Awesome retro vibe. Was looking for Bob and Bing at every turn. Course was in immaculate shape. The yardages are so fun, and conducive to all kinds of bet play. Outdoor services were exceptional. Pro Shop staff could be a little “warmer”. Felt like a bother, asking questions about the course and the merch. Food was of good quality and price. Drinks are stiff. Overall will be back. Had the best time!

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