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Conditions
4.7
Value
4.1
Layout
4.8
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.6
88.0%
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885 out of 971 reviews
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5.0
Value
4.3
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.8
Amenities
5.0
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4.8
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4.7
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Course Highlights
Troon North consistently impresses with flawless greens, well-maintained fairways, and a challenging desert layout framed by stunning Arizona scenery. Attentive staff and strong overall value make this one of Phoenix's top public course experiences.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Style Desert
Par 71
Length 7009 yards
Slope 147
Rating 73.2

Pinnacle at Troon North represents a stunning, challenging golf experience blended into the high Desert's natural beauty with steep arroyos, natural washes and forests of saguaros and desert foliage. Portions of some fairways are hidden behind boulders and hills. Huge greens surrounded by large bunkers and sloping terrain challenge golfers on every approach shot.

A round of golf on the Pinnacle Course at the Troon North Golf Club kicks off on a par-4 hole that measures 392 yards from the Black tees. Things get crazy long on the 16th hole, a par 5 that plays to 609 yards from the Black tees. By that measure, the 18th hole will be a cakewalk, at par-4 and just 447 yards from the Black tee to the clubhouse.

After finishing the Pinnacle Course at Troon North Golf Club, head to the Grille, which offers a view of others trying to complete the course you've conquered, as well as the desert.

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Course Details

Year Built 1995
Fairways Bermuda grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Tom Weiskopf (1995) Phil Smith

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS No
Pull-carts No
Caddies Yes, caddies and forecaddies
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
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Collared shirt required, no denim

Food & Beverage

Snacks, Grill, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Meeting Facilities, Banquet Facilities, Locker Rooms

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Reviews

4.6
971 Reviews (971)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 53
19th Hole Scenic Views 43
Patio Dining 36
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 60
Forced Carries 57
Elevation Changes 55
This course/club is great for:
A Bucket list/Top 100 Pick 63
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 63
Advanced Golfers 62
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 70
In the 'Burbs 23
Convenient to the City 15

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Reviews 16
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Twice a year
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Great layout

Played here many times. Went out in the afternoon as a single and finished in 3 hrs.

Had an eagle and two birds on the back so best nine ever!

Best aspect: Course never plays the same.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Had a RIOT

This was my first experience at Troon North and I loved every minute of it. From the time I pulled up to the time the bag was back in my car, the staff was friendly, chatty, and completely awesome. Nice range and putting greens, and a great pro shop facility.

The 90 degree rule was in effect, but other than that minor inconvenience, every single thing about the course was great. The conditions were perfect and never had a bad lie. It's also a little more forgiving off the tee than I was led to believe. Lots of great views and photo ops.

Played with a great couple from the area and although that weren't having a stellar day, we had a blast. Highly recommend Troon North.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

The stuff is useless

I've been to troon three times every time the stuff is more interested in doing what they want then being helpful. The gentleman who helped get my clubs out of my car was very helpful friendly and gave me great directions. The inside staff did not great me waited tell I said I was checking in. They thought thier conversation was more important. The outside service when I went to get my golf clubs useless. Not one of them said a word to me. Ten minutes after we were supposed to tee off we headed to the first tee and finally you guys are ready to go. The only golf course in these city which is supposed to have exceptional service has probably the worst. Thank you for reminding me why I will never recommend or go back.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 08/05/2017

We're so sorry for your less than desirable experience. If you're available for a call, we would appreciate an opportunity to hear more about the specifics of your day. Please call Steve Leon, Director of Golf, at 480-419-5376. Thank you!

Played On
Reviews 19
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Pinnacle at Troon North

played both courses now and recommend either course. great conditions and great courses

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 26
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Really good course

It was in great shape, despite an outrageous heatwave. It was 121 when we played. Too hot.

The course has a few blind shots and tee shots that you have to guess on shot placement if you've never played. The staff, course, facility, greens....all absolutely top shelf. It was a great experience.

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

Awesome

Amazing course and amenities...a must play. Happy hour is unbelievable

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course. Perfectly manicured fairways and greens given dry summer heat.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Fantastic Course

Everything about this course was top notch. Pace of play was quick. I only slowed down when I caught a foursome at the 15th. I finished in just under 3 1/2 hours. The only issue was they had sanded the greens, which they told me about prior to teeing off. That didn't effect my play.

I played the gold tees. Off the tee, there was about 150 yards of carry until the fairway on a lot of the holes. The GPS worked well, so I didn't even notice how the course was marked.

Since I teed off at 2:36 PM, the drink cart only made 1 pass.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Very difficult but nice course with great scenery

First time playing and would recommend. Very difficult course but enjoyable. Not what I expected in terms of being the #1 overall rated course in AZ but still very nice. Especially when you only pay $29 to play; a steal of a deal! Thanks GolfNow for getting me the price. Normally this time of year the price is $75. I'm sure much more than that in the peak season. Wife and I played and enjoyed our time together. It was more difficult for my wife but she still enjoyed it. Staff was very friendly and outgoing. Made you feel welcomed. Worth checking off your bucket list if price is right.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Overpriced and Overrated

Troon North is a nice golf course, however there are better courses out there, especially when considering price and pace of play, which are 2 important factors for me. I played the Pinnacle course, which has very lovely views of Scottsdale, North Phoenix, Carefree, and Cave Creek. The mountains look gorgeous especially from the tee box on hole #3. The fairways are narrow and surrounded by desert making challenging tee shots. The main issue with the greens is they currently have 2 different kinds of grass growing on them and are spotty. Although they are soft and receptive, the ball does not roll true to line and the grain simply takes over the ball since the grass grows in different heights throughout the day. Pace of play was super slow as well.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
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
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 24
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

Joe's Review

The greens looked to be somewhat under stress with all the discoloration.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 13
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

top of the line

Troon was awesome!

My first time here and i will be back. (in the summer of course)

hooked up a hot deal on golf now for $50 and set a tee time for 12:20.

The course was absolutely beautiful and greens were perfect.

on the first hole, my gps on the cart was not working, or not loaded up. My playing partner hit the help button on his cart and within 3 minutes on of the friendly staff members had a new cart to me and helped transfer all my stuff over.

(now that's what i call service!) i could easily get used to this!....lol

the pace of play was good, there was a Pepsi tour tourn. with a few groups in front of our twosome.

we caught up to them and went back and played 1 hole over. the rest of the round was decent speed and i was happy to relax and just enjoy the beauty.

the course seemed to be very playable and no real surprises or blind shots.

the greens rolled as good as any i have ever played.

the fairways were plush and just the right height for nice lies for the irons.

it was 105 degrees, but a small breeze every once in a while seemed to take some of the heat off.

i will be back for sure to try the other 18 holes.

thank you Troon!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 40
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Excellent

Fantastic golf course. Very fast greens with severe undulation in some. Great views and elevation changes make this course awesome. Lots of wildlife on the course. Friendly staff except for a marshall who complained about our slow play even though we had no one behind us for a hole and a half all day. Would recommend this course to anyone.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Troon North Monument Course

The Monument course at Troon North has a wide variety holes, and the scenery is spectacular!

They were getting ready to shut the course down for several months to rebuild the greens, and it was still in great shape. Can't wait until they reopen it!

I would highly recommend the course to anyone who appreciates quality golf golf experiences.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Public golf at its best

Pinnacle is an outstanding example of desert golf.

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

Perfection

Without a doubt the most amazing golf course I have ever played or seen in person. I have been on Whistling Straits, TPC Sawgrass and neither hold a candle to Troon North

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