Talking Stick G.C. O'odham Course: #7 & #10
View from O'odham Course at Talking Stick G.C. - holes 7 and 10
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4.3
779 Reviews (779)
5 Stars
327
4 Stars
284
3 Stars
107
2 Stars
30
1 Stars
31
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.1
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.2
86.3%
Recommend this course
648 out of 779 reviews
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4.4
52 Reviews (52)
5 Stars
35
4 Stars
10
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.2
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.8
84.6%
Recommend this course
44 out of 52 reviews
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4.3
98 Reviews (98)
5 Stars
59
4 Stars
23
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
8
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.2
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.6
84.7%
Recommend this course
83 out of 98 reviews
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Course Highlights
Exceptionally friendly staff, well-stocked pro shop, and reliable course conditions make this Scottsdale layout a consistently rewarding experience. Wide-open fairways, strategically placed bunkers, and smooth pace of play deliver strong value for golfers of all skill levels.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Links
Par 70
Length 7133 yards
Slope 124
Rating 72.6

The Talking Stick Golf Club features two golf courses designed by the architecture team of Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw, who created distinct golf courses with enough choices to accommodate all levels of golfers. The golf club sits on the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community reservation, a spot that provides the serenity necessary to endure a testing day of golf.

"Talking Stick's O'odham (formerly known as North Course) course, with its broad, angular holes rewards thoughtful play through the rise of its many options according to one's level of skill. Its low-profile, slightly crowned greens and close-cropped approaches encourage running as well as aerial assaults." -- Bill Coore & Ben Crenshaw

The second hole is a par 5 that measures 552 yards from the Black tee and is one of two long holes, with the 17th being a par 5 that plays to 582 yards from the Black tees.

The 18th hole on the O'odham Course at the Talking Stick Golf Club is shorter, relatively speaking, a par 4 that measures 471 yards from the Black tees.

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Course Details

Year Built 1998
Fairways Bermuda/Perennial Rye Grass
Greens MiniVerde Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Bill Coore (1998) Ben Crenshaw (1998)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area No
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No, rentals available
Fivesomes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Collared Shirts & No denim

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Meeting Facilities, Conference Facilities, Banquet Facilities, Locker Rooms

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Reviews

4.3
779 Reviews (779)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 19
Patio Dining 9
Brunch 6
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 37
Undulating Greens 22
Plays Long 15
This course/club is great for:
A Weekend Splurge 23
Advanced Golfers 22
Locals 19
This Course's Location is:
At a Resort 40
Convenient to the City 40
Near Local Attractions 16

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Reviews 20
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great day of golf

The course is in great shape. The ball sits up nice and fairways are wide. The greens rolled true. It is a great resort course with wide fairways for players who want to hit driver a lot without too much risk. The only downside is that the back nine features 7 par 4s that seemed to have hazards at the same distances. It is a feel good course with plenty of opportunity to score

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 11/29/2016

Thank you for coming out and playing at Talking Stick! We are glad you enjoyed your round and we than you for the 4 Stars!

Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Pace of play talking stick

Pace of play was brutal over five hours to complete round waiting every shot. Course MARSHALL came around we talked with him about pace of play he stated would check it out . Two groups ahead of us had a five some he stated they were doing an on course instruction. Should not be scheduled mid-day Saturday . They held up all the groups behind them.if this

Was going to happen maybe we should have played at a reduced rate not full price

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
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Commented on 11/15/2016

We apologize for the slow pace of play and for your overall experience at Talking Stick. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make it up to you.

Played On
Reviews 24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Golf trip 2016 AZ

Nice course flags can be seen from most tee boxes very windy when we played. every one quite nice those of you expecting to see a prestine vegas type course its not but it is good enjoyed my round would play again

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
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Commented on 11/15/2016

We are glad that you enjoyed your round at Talking Stick. We hope to have you back the next time you are in the area!

Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Talking Stick North

Course just reopened so fairways long and greens slow. Pace of play was quick because of this. Lacked a bit of character compared to others in the area.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 11/15/2016

Thank you for coming out and playing with us and for taking the time to leave feedback on the course.

Played On
Reviews 27
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Wide open course!

We played with a couple of teaching pros who were practicing for a tournament scheduled to begin the next day. Very friendly pairing! The staff we encountered were also extremely helpful. Definitely had fun and looking forward to playing here again. Only complaint was that it was HOT and there wasn't much shade/water on the course. Be sure to load up the cooler with water before heading out!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 10/25/2016

Glad to hear that you had fun out on the course and enjoyed your pairing! We look forward to having you back out on the course in the future!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Quick greens

Bring your putting game!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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Commented on 10/12/2016

Thank you for coming out and playing and for the 5 Stars!

Played On
Reviews 1
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great experience

great value for this time of year, staff very friendly, driving range was in great shape, putting green was closed due to reseed. North course was in great shape. Fairways plush, greens held the ball well and putted fast and true. Pace was incredibly fast as for a dessert course it was very forgiving to us east coast boys.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Commented on 10/12/2016

Thank you for coming out and playing. We are glad to see that you had a good time out on the course. We hope you will come out and see us soon!

Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Bug Spray!

The course was in good shape and enjoyed the round. Almost got a lifetime of mosquito bites on the back nine. Brig some spray as the cart girl doesn't sell any. LOL.....

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 10/04/2016

We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your round. Hope the mosquitos did not ruin your time out on the course! Hope to have you back soon!

Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great design for featureless desert

In town for business Hooked up with two locals and enjoyed the course and company

For a flat piece of desert the architecture is well done nice Bail out areas along side of most of the greens

Harold in the pro shop is great!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
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Commented on 09/27/2016

Thank you for coming out and playing with us during your trip. Glad you were able to be paired with a good group. We hope the next time you are in town you will come back to see us!

Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Desert golf at its best

Well manicured course with some tricky holes but for the most part it plays very fair. Pure desert golf so fairways are wide and errant shots are penal.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 09/23/2016

Thank you for coming out and playing with us, and thank you for the 5 Stars. Happy to hear that you enjoyed your round, and hope you will come back to see us soon!

Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

great value

I have played Talking Stick North and South courses in the past and I have not had a bad condition round and the other day was no exception. Greens, fairways, tee boxes were all in great shape. I will be joining the Talking Stick Golf Club in October.

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 09/19/2016

Hi Brandi,

Thank you for coming out and playing with us so many times. We are excited to have you join next month. See you at the course soon!

Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Talking stick

Long course only 2 par fives and a 260 yard par 3 7100 yards - greens in bad condition - typical desert course - if they would thin out the desert areas to make them more playable and at the minimum make their greens playable in the summer

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Commented on 09/06/2016

Thank you for taking time to leave a review and for the feedback regarding the course. We are always looking for ways to improve!

Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

North Course tough greens

The fairways are generous and the teens are huge. The difficulty increases when you have to read the undulating greens.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 55
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Talking Stick

I played Saturday, June 25th around 1030. Even with the heat the course was a busy place and pace of play was not smooth. They were letting twosomes go out and not pairing up groups and caused pace of play to be slower than it should have been.

Customer service was good throughout the day. Clubhouse and starter were both friendly and we saw the beverage cart numerous times throughout the round.

The driving range was chewed up and it was hard to find decent grass to hit on. The range is gigantic and it was disappointing to see this condition especially on a busy weekend.

The course was in good shape for late June in Arizona. Conditions throughout the round were consistent. Tee boxes were all level. The fairways were a little on the dry side but playable. The greens were in good shape and putted fast. Sand traps were a bit inconsistent. Some were nice and fluffy with plenty of sand while others were like playing out of the desert.

The North course is wide open and fairly playable. Some well struck shots are unlucky enough to find the desert with little to no chance of hitting out. Many desert areas are OB. My partner had a well struck drive roll three yards off the grass and under a dead mesquite tree.

I haven't played here in a couple of years and it was nice to play this course again. I'm not sure I could play this course regularly but right now the conditions are good to get a round of summer golf in at a place most people can't afford in the winter/spring month.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Enjoy the hot

Extremely hot day to play but with excellent results. The course was fun, wide open, and challenging yet never doubted as the course conditions remained up to par. Enjoy the warm breeze...

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Low cost but average course

Definitely one of the poorer courses in this region. Price is low so should not expect much. Pace of play was poor.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good value

Played the North on a Tuesday. Rate was good. Liked the staff. Course was in great shape and played really fast. Not the most scenic in the valley but a good test

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 110
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
First Time Playing

Talking Stick - North

Course was in overall good shape. The greens were very hard and would not hold approach shots.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great golf

Need to let us bring our own drinks or put out a few more beer and water carts.

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

True desert experienxe

No snakes were found :-). Good track and fun to play. I recommend.

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