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4.7
1025 Reviews (1025)
5 Stars
613
4 Stars
298
3 Stars
63
2 Stars
25
1 Stars
26
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.3
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.6
94.2%
Recommend this course
926 out of 1025 reviews
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4.9
16 Reviews (16)
5 Stars
15
4 Stars
1
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.9
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.7
Amenities
4.8
StaffFriendliness
4.9
100.0%
Recommend this course
16 out of 16 reviews
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4.8
29 Reviews (29)
5 Stars
25
4 Stars
3
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.8
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.7
Amenities
4.8
StaffFriendliness
4.9
96.6%
Recommend this course
28 out of 29 reviews
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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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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
1025 Reviews (1025)

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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Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great par 3 course

Got out at 7:30 and had the course to myself. This is golf at its most fun. Camelback in the background makes for a great setting.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Gorgeous views and fun course

This Par 3 course is surrounded by spectacular Mountain View’s and pristine scenery. It is a challenging Par 3 but very fun to play.

The staff and amenities are exceptional. This is one of our favorite fast courses to play. Highly recommend.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
Incentivized Review
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
Incentivized Review
5.0
First Time Playing

Super executive course!

First time in Arizona and we wanted to get off to a great start with golf. We were greeted by a very friendly staff, the course was in amazing shape and the layout was fantastic. There are some challenging holes. Even though the course was short, it was both challenging and fun. The views were amazing! We'll be back!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
Incentivized Review
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

What a wonderful surprise

Don’t let the yardage fool you! It’s as challenging as you want to make it and great to work on your short game.

Went back and played again!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
Incentivized Review
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Golf Trip With Wife

Course was in great shape, good variety of yardage on the holes from the tips thought my wife would hit from forward tees but she played from the middle blocks. Sand traps were in great shape considering the recient weather. Stayed for a drink and lunch on the patio. You know what your booking when you do I had a blast

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 109
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played

Scenic executive course

Mountain shadows is a par three course tucked near the base of camelback mountain. The holes offer a variety of lengths and challenges. There is plenty of sand and water. The greens are well maintained and challenging. The four person golf carts are great for a friendly round. It’s also walkable with good push carts available.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
Incentivized Review
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great little course with severe slopes on greens

We played at 10 am and were paired with a single gentleman who was an ex-Marine. The course was in very good condition. The greens were very fair to putt on. Not too fast because of the slope of the greens. There were some very large mounds and dips in the greens. Landing areas were small. The hole distances were from 60 to 180 yds. Green areas were well maintained. Par 54 so every hole was a par 3. Between the 17 and the 18 hole is a putting green that has some pretty funky slopes and they use it for a betting hole. The putt is about 60 feet long. I got it inside 2 feet for a 2.

Overall very enjoyable. The temperature was great. The company was great and the course was fun.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Twice a year
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great game

Got there early and got out right away

The fairways were excellent.

The greens were perfect.

The staff was very friendly.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

I will be back.....

Excellent experience, course, staff, location, price and more!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Need to state online this is a short excecitive style course.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
TheShortCourse
Commented on 10/24/2019

Thank you for joining us at Mountain Shadows. We do reference being an Executive Course and offer a fun and fast round of golf. We expect you had fun.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fun golf course

Was a cute 18 Hole Par 3. Great shape. Greens were fuzzy because of recent over-seed, nice resort. Great service! Staff were amazing. Not a single employee didn’t stop and say hi, acknowledge you or ask how your day was.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 10/19/2019

Thank you for the 4 start review. We strive to be friendly and helpful, offering a fun, fast round with great views. We hope to see you again soon.

Played On
Reviews 36
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Short Course

With all of the courses to choose from in the PHX area, this is my first repeat. I thoroughly enjoy the short, yet challenging layout which tests my iron game. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful despite the fact I’m there on a Hot Deal and not a resort guest.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
TheShortCourse
Commented on 10/24/2019

Thank you for the 5 Star Review. We strive to offer a fun and fast round of golf while providing friendly and helpful service, with the best view in Scottsdale / Paradise Valley.

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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