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The Club at Starr Pass - Gambler/Pioneer
Rating Snapshot
5 Stars
1645
4 Stars
786
3 Stars
172
2 Stars
70
1 Stars
30
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.3
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.1
5 Stars
41
4 Stars
10
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.6
Layout
4.9
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.8
StaffFriendliness
4.8
5 Stars
62
4 Stars
25
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
3
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.3
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.7
AI summaries based on real golfer reviews
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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The Club at Starr Pass
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| 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 |
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
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 CartsAvailable Activities
Swimming, BilliardsAvailable Sports
Tennis
Reviews
4.4
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Amazing views Photo submitted by Christophe8070462 on 07/05/2023
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Picture Perfect Photo submitted by u314162293551 on 03/04/2023
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Gorgeous views Photo submitted by pegfeltner on 02/18/2023
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Amazing.... Photo submitted by alfredjoos on 11/13/2022
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Coyote 4th hole T off Photo submitted by u1595350878 on 02/09/2022
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February golf in Tucson :) Photo submitted by danrevillini on 02/02/2022
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Desert Sunset at Starr Pass Photo submitted by QuantumGolfx on 12/03/2021
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Target Golf on this course. Photo submitted by jeffe53 on 02/26/2020
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Beautiful scenery. Photo submitted by Gene39 on 02/03/2020
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Find the fairway! Photo submitted by Gene39 on 02/03/2020
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Par 3 was visually intimidating Photo submitted by Madves on 03/25/2015
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Very calm and used to people. Photo submitted by tstamback on 08/24/2013
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Little fuzzy as she was on the opposite side of the green and almost dark out. Photo submitted by tstamback on 08/24/2013
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Me at Starr Pass, Tucson behind me Photo submitted by azwildcat127 on 01/19/2013
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Roadrunner Photo submitted by azwildcat127 on 01/19/2013
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Cousin Robert at Starr Pass Photo submitted by azwildcat127 on 01/19/2013
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Starr Pass - RoadRunner #9 Photo submitted by Mark7630854 on 10/08/2012
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On 12/14/2023
Reviews 42
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
Starr Pass is an all-star venue
These courses (27 holes) are first-rate. If you can snag a decent rate, you can have it all. Range balls, cart and great golf. Coyote is the most picturesque, Rattler has the best layout and Palmer is the most penal, at least for me because my miss is left...uh-oh.
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
I Recommend This Course
Challenging but fun course
While this course is very hilly most of the fairways and greens are somewhat forgiving. The course staff were all very helpful and accommodating. The course was busy but not overcrowded and we played in a little under 4 hours. Very good experience and would definitely do it again.
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
I Recommend This Course
Great Course
Course was in excellent condition. Beautiful views. Challenging as had to clear hazards in front of tee boxes! Would play again anytime!
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On 11/29/2023
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
Course is very challenging, with forced carries; be sure to play the correct tees.
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On 11/29/2023
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
I Recommend This Course
Fun to play
We enjoyed the course and it was in good shape. However, it ended up being cart path only and neither the pro shop nor the starter told us. We found out when our cart died in the middle of the first fairway and told us we had to back out.
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
I Recommend This Course
Not the old star pass!
The name changing to Palmer and moving some holes is a little confusing! The edges of the greens could use a little help!
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Ce terrain est un zoo
Absolument le terrain le plus sauvage et désertique de Tucson.
Les conditions sont excellentes. Seulement quelques patch sur les abords de quelques verts.
On a rencontré beaucoup de chevreuils, cochons, road ruiner, Cotton tail.
Un must à Tucson
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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