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4.7
904 Reviews (904)
5 Stars
621
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
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1 Stars
4
Conditions
4.8
Value
4.4
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.6
95.1%
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851 out of 904 reviews
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4.7
28 Reviews (28)
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Conditions
4.9
Value
4.1
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.6
StaffFriendliness
4.5
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4.8
52 Reviews (52)
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Conditions
4.9
Value
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Layout
4.8
Pace
4.6
Amenities
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StaffFriendliness
4.7
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Course Highlights
Whirlwind Golf Club consistently earns top marks for immaculate course conditions, with fairways and fast, true greens impressing golfers even during Arizona's hottest summer months. Friendly staff from bag drop to starter, combined with strong value and smooth pace of play, make this a must-play destination.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Style Desert
Par 72
Length 7029 yards
Slope 127
Rating 72.7

Devil's Claw is one of two golf courses at Whirlwind G.C., part of the Wild Horse Pass Resort and Casino on the Gila River Indian Reservation near Chandler. In addition to its views of four mountain ranges -- South Mountain, the Estrella Mountains, the San Tan Mountains and the Superstitions -- Devil's Claw overflows with Native American culture.

A round on the Devil's Claw at Whirlwind Golf Club begins on Greasy Mountain, a par-4 424-yarder that faces Muh-wah Ha-dahk - the Gila River Indian Community's name for South Mountain. Things get long on the fifth, Maricopa Journey, a par-5 593-yarder designed to memorialize the travels of the Pee-Posh (or Maricopa tribe) from the Colorado River to where the Gila and Salt rivers meet. Go home via Going Home, the 18th hole, a par 4 that measures 442 yards from the Black tees. As the Gila River Indian Community sings it, "Our songs are ending as you go your separate ways, take along with you the good songs that were sung here today, as within your hearts."

Don't go straight home: You can still fit in another song after golfing the Devil's Claw golf course at the Whirlwind Golf Club in the clubhouse, which features a fully stocked bar and plenty of plasma televisions for relaxing and catching up on other sports.

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Course Details

Year Built 2000
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Winter: Rye, Summer: Bermuda
Golf Season Year round
Architect Gary Panks (2000)

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

Clubhouse, Lounge, Meeting Facilities, Banquet Facilities, Locker Rooms

Available Activities

Riding

Available Sports

Tennis

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Reviews

4.7
904 Reviews (904)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 40
Patio Dining 29
19th Hole Scenic Views 17
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 69
Undulating Greens 52
Forced Carries 33
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 49
A Weekend Splurge 45
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 44
This Course's Location is:
At a Resort 54
Convenient to the City 48
Worth the Drive 46

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Handicap 10-14
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5.0
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Previously Played
Hot weather
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A must play

This course never disappoints me , yesterday was no exception. The conditions are excellent , especially given its August . The fairways are well maintained and full , the bunkers are neatly trimmed …and have nice white sand … the Greens are outstanding . A shout out to the beverage girl , she was polite, and always happy to help , even if we only needed ice . The course offers “all you can drink” premium water , and the cart guys are friendly and on there game . I highly recommend this course .

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Excelente

Really nice condition in the summer, definitely will back again

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 4
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I Recommend This Course
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 6
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Skill Intermediate
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Top Quality Golf Course - Amazing Experience

The best golf experience I have had in the valley since moving here.

The clubhouse and facilities are top draw. World class practice area with multiple putting / chipping greens and a top grass range.

Out foursome played 18 in 3h45mins at a steady pace. We did not another group ahead or behind all day as they were well spaced out.

The greens were top, and the overall condition of the course was amazing.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Reviews 6
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Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Whirlwind Was Quite The Ride!

We loved playing Whirlwind. This is a first class resort golf course. Fairways were fairly wide. Greens were nicely bunkered. The greens were also in excellent shape. We got a Golf Now deal, which made it a huge value round for us. We played Devil’s Claw, which is the easier of the 2 courses. The Staff was super nice. Lots of drinking water on the course . It was hot, but we had a great time. A must play if you are in the area.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
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 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

windy

we experienced a very windy day-- not good for golf!!! the course was awesome!! looking forward to returning on a calm day

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 3
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Incredible Day at Whirlwind

Me and two buddies played today. The course was perfect. Everybody from the bag drop to the starter were very nice. The course was in wonderful shape.

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

Always a good day

There are so many tracks to play out here and yet, I always end up a whirlwind.. specially Devil's claw. I prefer it a bit over cat tail but both are awesome. It's just my favorite course in the Phoenix area and I have played many.

The course is always in great shape. Hats off to the greens crew.

I wish I was a better golfer so I could score better but I never regret playing here. I enjoyed my round so much I bought the "Whirlwind +" membership.

Obviously I'll be back as often as I am able.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 15
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Whirlwind golf

My wife and I had a very enjoyable day on the course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
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