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4.5
1425 Reviews (1425)
5 Stars
970
4 Stars
334
3 Stars
76
2 Stars
33
1 Stars
12
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.5
90.2%
Recommend this course
1325 out of 1425 reviews
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4.3
44 Reviews (44)
5 Stars
26
4 Stars
10
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
3
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.0
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.6
81.8%
Recommend this course
36 out of 44 reviews
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4.4
93 Reviews (93)
5 Stars
54
4 Stars
26
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.2
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.7
88.2%
Recommend this course
82 out of 93 reviews
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Course Highlights
Southern Dunes delivers a championship-caliber layout with challenging bunkers, stunning scenery, and conditions that consistently impress recent golfers. Exceptionally friendly staff, quality amenities, and outstanding value make this AGA and USGA qualifier venue worth the trip.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Traditional/Links
Par 72
Length 7546 yards
Slope 142
Rating 76.5

Stretching over 320 acres in the southwest area, Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club (previously known as Royal Dunes) transforms mostly flat terrain into a challenging course that uses practically twice the amount of land a standard course. The course incorporates superb landscaping featuring towering mounds and hollow valleys for an interesting and scenic game. This desert golf course has wide fairways and generous landing areas. The dunes-style layout requires precision from tee to green. The difficulty of the golf course lies within the deep, strategically placed sand bunkers, multi-tiered greens, and native grass roughs. Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club provides adequate challenge for players of any skill level.

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Course Details

Year Built 2002
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round. Closed on Mondays from June 1 - August 31st
Architect Brian Curley (2002) Fred Couples (2002) Lee E. Schmidt (2002)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Caddies Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities, Spa, Locker Rooms

Available Sports

Fitness

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Reviews

4.5
1425 Reviews (1425)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 59
Patio Dining 48
Brunch 25
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 121
Undulating Greens 56
Forced Carries 55
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 90
A Bucket list/Top 100 Pick 49
A Weekend Splurge 44
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 101
In the 'Burbs 16
Convenient to the City 7

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Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 136
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played

Great Course

I have been playing here every time I am in the Phoenix area

As good a value for an excellent course in the area

Always in great condition

I have played here in January thru June and October and November

Tee off 12:20 - done at 4:25

Winds were 20-25 with higher so pace of play was really good

Greens were the best I have played since I have been here (5 the different course includes both we Ko Pa courses)

Bunkers could use a little tlc

I generally stay in Peoria but still play here at least twice during my 10 day stay

I work at a course that has hosted Ryder cup, us opens , pga champ and BMW

This is a great course and well run operation

Playing here again tomorrow before I head back

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Must play course in the Phoenix circuit

Great staff , amenities, restaurant. Always pleased when I play there ! My go to course . I stay in Scottsdale every year at least once a year and make the trip there every time ! Vito

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Challenging Course

We played on a VERY windy day, which made this course treacherous! It’s a great layout, good visuals on most holes. Must be able to hit to a location and avoid bunkers. Sand everywhere. Overall, grass is in good shape, greens are in great shape and rolling true. We had a great time, friendly staff, courteous Starter (Bob), and they even got our two separate two-somes out early and in the same group. It was a great day. If you can find a cheap rate, don’t hesitate to go!

Conditions Good
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
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Best hidden secret

This course is 100% worth the drive. Always amazing conds. Played on a Friday under 4 hours. Bring your A game for the bunkers, there's a few. 4 hcp player. Not a beginners course

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Disappointed

Very Disappointed to learn that this facility is charging for a ride along. I was charged $25 for my wife to ride along on my cart.

My wife is a cancer patient who can no longer play but enjoys riding along to watch us play; I was made to feel like I was trying to get away with something when told to pay the $25 ride along fee by your staff. I did not protest and paid the fee, but not the best customer service experience and your staff could use training on how to tactfully communicate the fee requirement to your customers. A very disappointing experience.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Poor
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

The course was in great shape for being the end of the season. Everybody there so friendly and helpful front the bag boys, Marshall’s to the waitresses at the bar.

Conditions Good
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
5.0
Previously Played

Pure Greens!

The course was in fantastic condition! The greens were some of the purest I have played anywhere in the country. We were the first group out so of course the pace was great - just over 3 hour round. I much prefer the drive outside of town to play this course rather than wasting money on an overpriced Scottsdale track. The staff was friendly and helpful from start to finish. Great hang out area before and after the round. They just added the #minidunes short course so that will be on the list next time we are out here. This course is a must play while visiting the PHX area!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 69
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

LOTS OF SAND

Course is very nice. Unfortunately, we had slow play and could not finish. But course is always great to play, if you can get a decent rate.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great staff

Love this course. An added bonus is the great staff. Helpful, accommodating and very professional.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 27
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Highly-rated

I play the course once a year. I would recommend the course to everyone. I really enjoy the layout. It is playable for all levels. PGA should have a tournament at this location.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

What a Day!

The moment you drive on to the property you know this golf facility is going to be special! From the bag drop area right to the service on the patio the experience at southern dunes was exceptional. What a fantastic golf experience!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 45
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 69
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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PHOENIX/SCOTTSDALE | Enjoy lodging accommodations at Gila River Resorts & Casino - Wild Horse Pass or Harrah's Ak-Chin Hotel & Casino and golf at Ak-Chin Southern Dunes and Whirlwind Golf Club - Cattail & Devil's Claw courses.

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