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Rating Snapshot
5 Stars
805
4 Stars
416
3 Stars
124
2 Stars
42
1 Stars
17
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.3
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.6
5 Stars
34
4 Stars
3
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.8
Value
4.4
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.8
StaffFriendliness
4.9
5 Stars
56
4 Stars
13
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.4
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.7
StaffFriendliness
4.9
About
Holes 18
Type Resort
Style Traditional
Par 70
Length 6068 yards
Slope 130
Rating 70.0
Editor's Note: Course closed in 2018. See The Phoenician Golf Club listing.
The Phoenician resort is known for its three unique nines, which offer not three challenging 18-hole combination but also stunning views of the Valley of the Sun. The Desert/Canyon Course is the most requested layout because of its particularly stunning vistas. The Desert Course is known for its dramatic elevation changes that climb up to the Canyon nine situated on the southern slope of Camelback Mountain. The golf course is not long but it proves that holes don't have to be lengthy to provide a good challenge. Golfers will need careful strategy as well as sharp short game skills in order to take on the water hazards and strategically placed bunkers. The par-4 third hole on the Desert nine is particularly tricky thanks to a green that is surrounded on nearly all of its sides.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Championship | 70 | 6068 yards | 70.0 | 130 |
| Phoenician | 70 | 5695 yards | 68.0 | 127 |
| Forward (W) | 70 | 4777 yards | 64.0 | 107 |
Scorecard for Desert/Canyon
Metrics:
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Championship M: 68.2/126 | 415 | 505 | 303 | 220 | 443 | 180 | 502 | 120 | 372 | 3060 | 429 | 180 | 363 | 482 | 393 | 303 | 201 | 132 | 525 | 3008 | 6068 |
| Phoenician M: 66.6/120 W: 73.1/135 | 390 | 490 | 291 | 200 | 377 | 168 | 481 | 101 | 349 | 2847 | 408 | 166 | 348 | 466 | 375 | 287 | 188 | 114 | 492 | 2844 | 5691 |
| Forward M: 62.7/105 W: 68.4/117 | 375 | 442 | 266 | 161 | 264 | 114 | 436 | 80 | 327 | 2465 | 363 | 129 | 299 | 406 | 310 | 259 | 98 | 70 | 378 | 2312 | 4777 |
| Handicap | 9 | 7 | 13 | 5 | 1 | 11 | 3 | 17 | 15 | 2 | 16 | 10 | 12 | 6 | 14 | 8 | 18 | 4 | |||
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 70 |
Course Details
Year Built 1981
Fairways TiffDwarf Grass
Greens TiffEagle Grass
Golf Season Year round
Rentals/Services
Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS No
Pull-carts No
Caddies No
Clubs Yes
Practice/Instruction
Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes
Policies
Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Collared shirt and bermuda shorts required. No denim.
Food & Beverage
RestaurantAvailable Facilities
Meeting Facilities, Banquet Facilities, Spa
Reviews
4.6
Reviewer Photos
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Photo submitted by u314164595124 on 05/12/2026
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Photo submitted by u314164595124 on 05/12/2026
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Photo submitted by BPJONES on 12/04/2025
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Photo submitted by DT235 on 02/13/2025
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Photo submitted by DT235 on 02/13/2025
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Photo submitted by dearl0627 on 05/07/2024
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Photo submitted by rich4par on 12/21/2023
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Photo submitted by u314163783035 on 03/30/2023
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Photo submitted by Johnrobinson64 on 02/25/2023
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Photo submitted by MacWilly on 01/14/2023
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Photo submitted by khinman on 12/01/2021
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Photo submitted by flachsmann on 11/18/2021
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Photo submitted by Jozpad on 09/16/2021
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Photo submitted by VinBrister on 05/17/2021
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Photo submitted by u000007767398 on 11/01/2020
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Photo submitted by u000007767398 on 11/01/2020
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Photo submitted by u000007767398 on 11/01/2020
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Photo submitted by u000005626516 on 06/14/2020
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Photo submitted by u000005626516 on 06/14/2020
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Photo submitted by hacksalot03 on 06/01/2020
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Photo submitted by hacksalot03 on 06/01/2020
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Photo submitted by Fred2220856 on 03/30/2020
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Photo submitted by Fred2220856 on 03/30/2020
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Photo submitted by Fred2220856 on 03/30/2020
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Photo submitted by Rttrasamar on 12/28/2019
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Photo submitted by u634881158 on 12/15/2019
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18 at Sunset Photo submitted by u219160306 on 10/22/2019
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13 Photo submitted by u219160306 on 10/22/2019
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Photo submitted by Zoeboe4u on 09/15/2019
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Photo submitted by Zoeboe4u on 09/15/2019
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Photo submitted by Zoeboe4u on 09/15/2019
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Photo submitted by MikeBaileyGolf on 01/04/2019
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Photo submitted by MikeBaileyGolf on 01/04/2019
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Photo submitted by MikeBaileyGolf on 01/04/2019
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Photo submitted by MikeBaileyGolf on 01/04/2019
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You can book a room at great rates as well!! Photo submitted by roncacini on 07/06/2016
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Elevated tee boxes Photo submitted by mcgyver0070 on 06/04/2016
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Elevated tee boxes Photo submitted by mcgyver0070 on 06/04/2016
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Great Views !! Photo submitted by mcgyver0070 on 06/04/2016
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Top notch course Photo submitted by mcgyver0070 on 06/04/2016
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Desert nine #6, par 3 Photo submitted by acoffmangn on 05/12/2016
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The view from #6 Desert Photo submitted by Tennis223 on 02/18/2016
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Photo submitted by GolfLeo on 11/25/2015
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Canyon view Photo submitted by emilio86 on 07/10/2015
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Great scenic views Photo submitted by u000001659367 on 03/12/2014
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Photo submitted by chang5635 on 02/23/2014
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Photo submitted by gerryreed on 12/03/2013
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Photo submitted by jeremystephens on 11/28/2013
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Par 3 #7 on Desert course Photo submitted by Robert2175171 on 10/25/2013
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The Phoenecian Clubhouse Photo submitted by tawnyporter on 09/02/2013
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Photo submitted by Hawksguy76 on 07/21/2013
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Photo submitted by Hawksguy76 on 07/21/2013
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Photo submitted by RobotZombie on 06/29/2013
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Photo submitted by hockeyind21 on 03/25/2013
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Photo submitted by hockeyind21 on 03/25/2013
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Photo submitted by hockeyind21 on 03/25/2013
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Hole 8 at Canyon Photo submitted by Mike8484427 on 03/15/2013
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beautiful views Photo submitted by kerrs on 11/18/2012
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Canyon Course...tee off towards Camelback Mtn. Photo submitted by u000001276894 on 09/24/2012
Played On 03/19/2026
Reviews 28
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
Gorgeous !
I always look forward to playing this course while in Scottsdale. Can't be beat.
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Worth it -
This place was immaculate - greens and fairways in wonderful condition. Nice carts with gps- really not a complaint to be had .
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Epitome of resort golf
Immaculate conditions from tee box to pin. Friendly staff. Extra firm bunkers as one would expect for desert golf. Just adjust your technique for those. Forgiving layout. Only gripe would be $11 beers but that’s what you get at the epitome of resort golf :).
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On 03/02/2026
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
Good course
Great course. Greens were slow otherwise I would of given a 5 star
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
I Recommend This Course
The staff was great from the moment we entered the grounds. Taking our bags to showing us where the ranges were. Just an overall outstanding experience!
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Simply stunning
Beautiful course, great location, excellent condition, a very enjoyable round.
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Top notch
Beautiful well maintained course. Fairways and greens were perfect. A few greens were severely tiered. I couldn’t see that from the fairway. Made a relatively short course more challenging. I will come back in the summer when the green fees are more reasonable. That said the price was in line with every other nice course in Phoenix.
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Great Course
Course was in great condition. The greens were a little slow after the reseed, but in great shape.
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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