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The Club at Starr Pass - Gambler/Pioneer

4.5
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4.5
2728 Reviews (2728)
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1662
4 Stars
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3 Stars
174
2 Stars
70
1 Stars
30
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.3
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91.9%
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2510 out of 2728 reviews
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4.7
70 Reviews (70)
5 Stars
53
4 Stars
14
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.5
Layout
4.9
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.7
StaffFriendliness
4.7
97.1%
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68 out of 70 reviews
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4.6
93 Reviews (93)
5 Stars
66
4 Stars
20
3 Stars
3
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3
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Conditions
4.5
Value
4.4
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.7
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4.7
94.6%
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88 out of 93 reviews
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Course Highlights
Starr Pass delivers a highly rated layout with elevation changes and accuracy demands that challenge and reward golfers of all skill levels. Delightful staff, strong amenities, and solid pace of play make this Tucson course an exceptional value.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 73
Length 6951 yards
Slope 141
Rating 73.7

The Club at Starr Pass offers 27 holes of championship golf that have been host to legends such as Arnold Palmer and Phil Mickelson. The holes are divided into three nines that are played in three different 18-hole combinations. One of these combinations is Coyote/Roadrunner. Coyote is the club's signature course and while the Roadrunner nine might be the shortest, it has plenty of elevation changes. Both golf courses are carved from the scenic Tucson Mountains, providing golfers with a diverse landscape that is abundant with jackrabbits, quail, and deer. In addition to the three nines, there is also a double-loaded driving range and a practice area with putting and chipping greens.

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Tees
Tee Par Length Rating Slope
Gold 73 6951 yards 73.7 141
Black (W) 73 6760 yards 79.2 150
Black 73 6760 yards 72.3 137
Silver 73 6176 yards 69.7 130
Silver (W) 73 6176 yards 77.2 147
Blue 73 5690 yards 67.5 123
Blue (W) 73 5690 yards 75.2 142
Red (W) 73 5215 yards 70.9 130
Track Rounds
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Scorecard for Gambler/Pioneer
Metrics:
Hole 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Out 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 In Total
Gold M: 73.7/141 380 450 450 398 510 204 436 203 489 3520 436 423 495 435 170 350 198 543 381 3431 6951
Black M: 72.3/137 354 426 440 393 506 198 409 176 480 3382 422 420 490 425 165 346 191 538 381 3378 6760
Silver M: 69.7/130 340 355 412 367 460 173 380 161 455 3103 402 372 480 318 160 325 138 502 376 3073 6176
Blue M: 67.5/123 W: 75.2/142 319 349 392 349 427 145 345 141 436 2903 359 349 437 300 125 300 100 458 359 2787 5690
Red W: 70.9/130 291 293 369 328 395 119 345 137 345 2622 363 328 415 274 115 266 96 419 317 2593 5215
Handicap 6 16 4 8 18 10 14 2 12 5 15 3 7 17 9 13 1 11
Par 4 4 4 4 5 3 4 3 5 36 4 4 5 4 3 4 3 5 4 36 72
Handicap (W) 8 14 2 12 16 6 18 4 10 7 13 1 11 15 5 17 3 9

Course Details

Year Built 1986
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Bob Cupp (1986) Arnold Palmer (2003) Ed Seay (2003)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Caddies 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, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Restaurant, Beverage Carts

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards

Available Sports

Tennis

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Reviews

4.5
2728 Reviews (2728)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 95
Patio Dining 72
Brunch 43
Course Challenges Include:
Forced Carries 164
Elevation Changes 153
Bunkers 127
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 154
Advanced Golfers 147
A Weekend Splurge 86
This Course's Location is:
At a Resort 138
Convenient to the City 130
Worth the Drive 89

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tmacd47
Played On
Reviews 21
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Challenging fun course

Overall, course is in very good shape. Some greens are a little rough, but they are in process of rebuilding the greens.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 08/14/2024

Thank you for the feedback! We're pleased to hear that the overall condition of the course is good. We appreciate your understanding regarding the greens as we work improving the conditions.

We’re confident the improvements will be worth it, and we look forward to providing an even better experience once the updates are complete. Thanks again for your patience and support!

- The Club at Starr Pass

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wgZZwkTqSFtIzPFCvtdW
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Best Course in Tucson!

The course is beautiful! Staff is super friendly, there is a free driving range, the golf cart comes with a range finder and Bluetooth connection!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 08/14/2024

It’s fantastic to hear that you enjoyed the course and found the staff to be friendly! We’re glad you took advantage of the driving range and the features on the golf cart enhancements. We strive to make every round enjoyable, and your positive feedback really means a lot. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

- The Club at Starr Pass

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S48uqvxwHc2egah8gAd3
Played On
Reviews 10
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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bhiggins75
Played On
Reviews 46
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Good shape

The course was in great shape for this time of year. Greens were true and the fairways had lots of green grass. The course can be challenging. Even saw 6 deer on the course.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Bogeyking21
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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chrisbb
Played On
Reviews 188
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 100 Contributor
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

4.4124 STARRS

Very challenging golf course with several beautiful and unique holes! Bring your A game or you are likely in for a frustrating day.

Thanks for being on GolfNow

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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u035749931
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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Christophe3728536
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Desert Course in 104 Degrees

Course in great shape for summertime. Only saw the beverage cart once in 4 1/2 hours in 100's. Put your towels in the ice chest. Helps a ton.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
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Jeffrey8769895
Played On
Reviews 23
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

My favorite

Every time I return to Tucson I make sure to play this desert classic. Its beauty is topped by the challenging layout. The staff is always friendly and the bar and grill following the round never disappoints!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Chester4005564
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Layout excellent, Bunkers hardpan with lot of rocks, bunkers need sand. A lot of cut grass on the course. I recommend the course.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Jerry8059560
Played On
Reviews 19
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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jjjustinnn
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Rattler is hard!!! Wildlife everywhere

Wowweee. The guys I played with said that Rattler is the most difficult 9 in Tucson and I see why.

Pretty narrow and easy to send balls into the abyss. There are 3 Nines here. Palmer is the short one. The tees are crazy. We played blue, and I thought it was long but I’m not that great at golf. I drive 220-240 and couldn’t imagine playing back to the silvers, black or the tips (gold). But if you want the challenge and can drive 250+ then you’ll love it.

I’m a 20 so this was very challenging for me. But the course is BEAUTIFUL. as good as any Scottsdale desert course. Lots of elevation changes as well.

Wildlife EVERYWHERE. Deer, Javelina, Coyotes, Horned Lizards, Roadrunners, Rabbits. Literally had to watch out for dangerous situations but none happened. I did get a little too close to some baby piggies while looking for a ball that only went 2 yards left of the fairway and had to give up on that one.

Great courses (Rattler/Coyote) and well worth it.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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BQLiENK0bUCtaepaNVEP
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Favorite course in Southern Arizona

As usual the course was fabulous. Staff always friendly. Great summer rate.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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tylertaylor98
Played On
Reviews 25
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0

Great day at Starr Pass

First time playing here. Loved it. This course is not beginner friendly. It will eat you alive if you don’t strike the ball well. The layout and uniqueness of every hole is perfection. Conditions 9/10. Fringes were getting work done so they were understandably a little rough. Can’t wait to come back.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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u000004506668
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Such a beautiful, yet tough course!

If you're higher than a 15 handicap, bring extra golf balls!! Each hole is a new challenge. You'll use most of your clubs on this course!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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suar9962
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Perfect Father’s Day outing

The course was in great shape! Usually when it’s this hot it can get some burn spots but it was perfect. The greens were soft but fast and true. We played in the mid to late afternoon and you can’t beat the rate right now for this nice of a course. I’ll be back soon

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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u6116360
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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u314165165824
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Clingan5
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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u000002496967
Played On
Reviews 94
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played

Course

Tough course but fair ! Like the combination of the two nines!

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