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4.5
713 Reviews (713)
5 Stars
474
4 Stars
187
3 Stars
31
2 Stars
10
1 Stars
11
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.2
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.5
91.5%
Recommend this course
670 out of 713 reviews
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4.2
26 Reviews (26)
5 Stars
15
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.0
Layout
4.6
Pace
3.7
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.4
84.6%
Recommend this course
22 out of 26 reviews
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4.5
47 Reviews (47)
5 Stars
31
4 Stars
11
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.2
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.5
89.4%
Recommend this course
42 out of 47 reviews
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Course Highlights
Course conditions consistently impress, with fairways holding up remarkably well even after heavy rain and the layout drawing repeat visitors back every season. Warm, attentive staff and solid amenities round out an experience that delivers strong value for golfers of all levels.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Style Desert
Par 72
Length 7222 yards
Slope 133
Rating 73.6

Whirlwind Golf Club features 36 holes across 242 acres. Wild horses and native beasts roam the landscape - so don't let them drag you away. While just 12 miles from the metropolis of Phoenix, Whirlwind Golf Club's Cattail Course takes golfers to a secluded and scenic environment, where desert tranquility and beauty is a silent playing partner throughout.

Gary Panks designed the courses at Whirlwind Golf Club. The par-72 Cattail measures 7,222 yards and beings on Arrow Shot, a par-4 413 yarder; the South Mountain Range's canyons will guide you, but shoot straight. Things get long on Two Mesquites, the second hole, a par-5 517 yarder, which does feature Mesquites, a staple for the Gila River Indian Community, used in construction, medicine and food.

Finish up on Last Hole, a par-4 450 yarder that offers a good test to close on, as it is the course's most demanding to drive.

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Course Details

Year Built 2002
Greens Winter: Rye, Summer: Bermuda
Golf Season Year round
Architect Gary Panks (2002)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS No
Pull-carts No
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Yes
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code No Denim, Collared Shirt and Bermuda Shorts Required

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Lounge, Meeting Facilities, Banquet Facilities, Locker Rooms

Available Activities

Riding

Available Sports

Tennis

Accolades

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Reviews

4.5
713 Reviews (713)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 33
Patio Dining 18
Brunch 16
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 53
Water Hazards 37
Undulating Greens 36
This course/club is great for:
A Weekend Splurge 40
Advanced Golfers 40
Locals 35
This Course's Location is:
At a Resort 51
Convenient to the City 39
Worth the Drive 38

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Reviews 20
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Excellent course

The course is in excellent shape and the staff was amazing. Enjoyed the experience.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Confusing

Course is confusing to navigate. Can't stop for a pit stop and a snack after 9. Bev cart food is marginal. Eat before you play or bring your own food. Condition is great course plays well and is challenging and fun.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great course and good value.

We now include Whirlwind as part of our golf itinerary on each trip to Phoenix. It is always in great shape, the courses are fair but challenging and the lounge serves great food. We always enjoy our times there.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 49
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Always a fun place to play

As usual, great conditions. Always a must play when in Phoenix.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 223
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 50 Contributor
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Whirlwind Cattail Was Great

Wide lush fairways, few hazards and excellent greens made the golf experience exceptional. Unfortunately, the price was much too high (typical of winter gold in AZ).

Conditions Excellent
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Don't golf here St. Patricks Day

Other then the massive St. Patties day concert nearby at Rawhide, which was super loud and annoying, the course is great. That is my first time hearing noise at this course as I usually play it because its a NO HOUSE desert course which is usually peaceful. I play here a lot and this was my first bad experience, but not the courses fault. Also at the clubhouse where they don't allow E-cigs on the patio. Seriously? I vape apples and strawberries who is going to complain about that? I won't be hanging out in the club house drinking and eating after golf now since their policy on e-cigs has changed. Also the last 2 times I ate at the club house the food was just average. But the staff is 5 star. The course and staff at Whirlwind are great though. I've played Cattail so many times and last week I finally got to play DevilsClaw. And wow, what a difference. Cattail is so much harder. Far more challenging shots and hard bunker placements and water on Cattail. Overall Whirlwind is one of my favorite courses and the indian reservation does not have summer water restrictions so the greens are always perfect, even in the summer! Always coyotes on the course and even rattlesnakes, some wildlife entertainment. The practice facilities here are 5 star as well. Whirlwind is the nicest course in Chandler that I'm aware of.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Fun course

Great course, got a little backed up on the back 9 then the play seemed rushed

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

enjoyable, we'll maintained and challenging

Beautiful course designed throughout the desert. Great fairways and exceptional greens. Food at the club house was also very well done and delicious

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Player friendly

Course is in pristine condition. Challenging but yet extremely playable with plenty of yardage options from multiple tee boxes. A must play course if in the area

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 75
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 1000 Contributor
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great layout for all level players

First time on the Cattails course, will play it again when back in Phoenix area! The course was a good layout, great condition, and very friendly starter. The greens were really smooth, fast, rolled true and was equal to any I played on while visiting AZ. Must play and easy access off I-10

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 20
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Can't go wrong with Troon

Another Troon course in impeccable shape! This course is a great layout with generous fairways and decent size greens. Not real difficult, but extremely fun to play. Staff was super friendly too!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Outstanding layout. Outstanding service

Two of the best courses in South East Phoenix. Always pure with great service. Drop the wives off at the outlet store and courses 3 min away. Never dissapointed.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Awesome Day

Great weather, pace was a tad slow, Great weather,

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Tough (But Fair) and in Good Shape

We had a great time. $93 was a good value for a weekend in peak season. Especially with free range balls. Cattail was in great shape. Tee boxes, fairways, rough and greens were all nice. I'm a 5 and had fun from the gold tees. There are some longer holes but not bad. The Cart GPS is sweet. They are doing some construction on the clubhouse but no big deal. I played with a 25 and 32 handicap and they did fine from the silver tees.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 30
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Fun fair layout

The weather was perfect as was the coursepace of play was just as good no waiting at all for us r group behind us big fairways good greens.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Fair weather
Used cart

I love this course

Booking this for reduced fee was such a good idea. I have always loved this course and we got a great deal. It was cold, but we played in under 3 hours, so we were happy. There were not many people brave enough to play in 55 degree weather, but it was quite enjoyable. The staff at this course are wonderful. We had a great time with the ranger.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Fun layout, Clubhouse Closed

Very pretty course. Fun playing a track that has no homes around it. Conditions were very good. They are remodeling the clubhouse right now, but it should be pretty awesome when it opens back up. Casino after the round is a nice draw.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 21
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great course but slow play!

We like the Cattail Course a lot but Pace of Play was very bad this day. We saw a Player assistant one time but that was it. Course was in very good condition.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 44
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Fun and Challenging

Cattail is a fun and challenging course. Fairways are generous but you still need to hit some targets or your approach shots will be difficult to get close. Greens are well protected with bunkers and undulations. There are some forced carries but should not be too difficult from the right set of tees. Nice views of South Mountain, great practice facility.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 75
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
First Time Playing
Used cart

Course is fair for all caliber of players

Played the Cattails course. Great greens, roll true, fairways quick and wide enough to hit plenty of them. Greens held incoming chip shots. Great views. Recommend

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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