Piipaash at Talking Stick GC - #12
Piipaash at Talking Stick GC: View from #12
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4.2
1852 Reviews (1852)
5 Stars
716
4 Stars
692
3 Stars
281
2 Stars
105
1 Stars
58
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.0
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.3
84.3%
Recommend this course
1485 out of 1852 reviews
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4.1
50 Reviews (50)
5 Stars
24
4 Stars
14
3 Stars
6
2 Stars
3
1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.4
Value
3.8
Layout
4.2
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.4
78.0%
Recommend this course
39 out of 50 reviews
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4.2
98 Reviews (98)
5 Stars
53
4 Stars
26
3 Stars
11
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
4
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.0
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.5
83.7%
Recommend this course
82 out of 98 reviews
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Course Highlights
The Piipaash course consistently impresses with fast greens, manicured fairways, and well-kept bunkers that reward focused play. Exceptionally friendly staff, a well-stocked driving range, and strong overall value make this a compelling booking.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Traditional
Par 71
Length 6833 yards
Slope 126
Rating 72.0

The Talking Stick Golf Club, designed by Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw, offers two uniquely different courses that each offer many options according to your playing skill. The Piipaash course (previously known as South at Talking Stick Golf Club), with its tree-lined fairways and raised greens defended at the sides offers a more straightforward style of play than the O'odham Course (formerly known as North at Talking Stick Golf Club).

A round of golf on the Piipaash Course at the Talking Stick Golf Club kicks off on a par-4 hole that measures 405 yards from the Black tees. Three long par-5 holes ensures that power golfers will get their kicks, with the fifth hole coming in at 516 yards, the 1fourth measuring 541 and the 16th playing to 548. The round of golf concludes on a relatively shorter par 4 that measures 323 yards.

After a round of golf on the North Course at the Talking Stick Golf Club, head back to the Wildhorse Grille for drinks and a bite to eat.

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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
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, 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

4.2
1852 Reviews (1852)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 41
Patio Dining 23
Brunch 18
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 97
Undulating Greens 52
Plays Long 35
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 55
A Weekend Splurge 51
Locals 50
This Course's Location is:
At a Resort 87
Convenient to the City 79
Near Local Attractions 42

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Played On
Reviews 38
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Peak season pressure on course shows

Driving range every space full, turf virtually gone. Mats would have been better.

T boxes rough, unfilled divots on par 3’s boxes and many wild driver swipes on the others.

Fairways were, well, fair.

Bunkers dressed nicely.

Greens firm and rolled true.

19th hole only a few fried menu items available.

For $150/ round? Other $90 options available nearby and comparable. But hey, it’s sunny and playable. No hard complaints.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 25+
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Previously Played

Slow pace

Slow pace; only made it to 14 before darkness. Wish they had a 9-hole fee if teeing off after 2:30pm in the winter months.

Conditions Good
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Awesome!

Great course. Great value. Was a single and got paired with a couple older guys who play there often. Taught me the ins and outs of the course. Can’t wait to come back and play.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Weather washout

Nice fairways, greens were more difficult and nuanced than most courses. Unfortunately the foursome in front of us was very slow( Marshal was needed) and the weather (wind, rain and sleet) turned the course unplayable on the back nine. That aside, I’d play it again if the price is reasonable

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart

Good course

The day was cool and wet, but the course held up very well in spite of all the rain. Had to go cart path only, but that was reasonable given the conditions. Had a very good time.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Dissatisfied with Value

Have been playing this course for years.

Decided to play yesterday. 2:26 tee time.

Got there at 1:45. Place was packed. No room to warm up and hit balls, there were guys that were hitting balls for what seemed to be an hour long. Once we got playing, the pace of play was like something I have never seen. Super slow groups, ranger did not come out and push pace of play. Only saw the drink cart once in 14 holes. Because it was so slow, we only got in 14 holes before sun went down and we were forced to come back in. I paid for my father (it was his birthday round) and myself. 140 total and only got in 14 holes. Very disappointed. Did not get my value. I don’t write reviews period.... but this round just didn’t sit right with me. Things happen, I get that but the pace was unreal... so slow. Guys taking 2 tee shots a piece. I mean that adds up over time.

Conditions Good
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Talking Stick

Nice courses, greens in great shape, staff helpful and friendly. Prices reasonable as well

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Walked

Had a great time

Didn't play well, but it certainly can't blame the course for that. Greens were pretty firm and quick, but rolled true and consistently. Pretty easy walk, very flat, with only a couple of holes with a long walk from green to the next tee box. Played with a fun group, and looking forward to playing tomorrow on the other course at Talking Stick.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

This course was poorly maintained.

We were excited to play, but it turned out to be very disappointing.. none of the divots were repaired in the fairway or on the greens. Both bathrooms on the front nine were unusable. One was closed and the other had sewer water running out under the door. We can find better places to play for the money.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 91
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
First Time Playing

Slow play

We played this course for first time on a Sunday, waited on every hole and sometimes 3 deep. Was disappointed in the slow play. Stsff was very friendly but probably won't do again.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Played On
Reviews 38
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Frost Delay

Slow play and cold temperatures late made a unpleasant round.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 44
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

speed it up!

I've played Talking Stick multiple times and the pace pf play continues to be extremely slow; they have to address this as I hear it from many people when I play other courses in the area. I enjoy the courses but getting to the next tee box and having the group ahead waiting to tee off on every hole is ridiculous.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Maintained Greens

Greens and fairways are in really great shape., although the greens are really fast.

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