Shadow Mountain GC
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4.1
2264 Reviews (2264)
5 Stars
696
4 Stars
1018
3 Stars
370
2 Stars
114
1 Stars
66
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.2
Layout
3.9
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.0
83.4%
Recommend this course
1909 out of 2264 reviews
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Average Rating
Avg Rating
3.8
79 Reviews (79)
5 Stars
22
4 Stars
36
3 Stars
11
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
6
Conditions
3.9
Value
3.9
Layout
3.6
Pace
3.7
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.7
73.4%
Recommend this course
58 out of 79 reviews
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Average Rating
Avg Rating
4.0
125 Reviews (125)
5 Stars
42
4 Stars
57
3 Stars
14
2 Stars
6
1 Stars
6
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.1
Layout
3.8
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.8
79.2%
Recommend this course
99 out of 125 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 70
Length 5375 yards
Slope 116
Rating 66.1
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Shadow Mountain Golf Club
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Course Details

Year Built 1958
Golf Season Year round
Architect Gene Sarazen (1958)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf Simulator Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Indoor Practice Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Proper golf attire required.

Food & Beverage

Snacks, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Lockers

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards
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Reviews

4.1
2264 Reviews (2264)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 16
Patio Dining 11
Course Challenges Include:
Narrow Fairways 67
Bunkers 51
Water Hazards 34
This course/club is great for:
Seniors 73
Locals 54
Walkers 52
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 74
Near Local Attractions 26
In the 'Burbs 12

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Played On
Reviews 7
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Bad

Walked off after 9 when there was 4 groups on the 10th hole with no marshal in site.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

it doesn't matter

I'm not sure how this course could stay in business when they allow 3-4 groups on every hole; have no marshals to keep people moving; and I'm guessing, get business because the name sounds like another course that's really nice.

On top of that, Golf Now does not allow people to actually read the reviews that have been written for some reason, so nobody will get to see this comment anyway.

Had I actually been able to see comments about this course, I am guessing I would not have wasted 90.00 to play 9 holes.. yes, I had to walk away after 9 holes because there were three groups on the tee, one in the fairway and one on the green at the 10th hole.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Extremely Easy
Played On
Reviews 58
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Don’t go off the ratings

I went off the ratings without actually looking at the course on their website. No cart girl, rough grass was very high, very cheap trailer trash vibes. A course like this is more like $50 in Arizona. Not sure why it’s more expensive here. Just as hot and in the desert.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
Response from on 03/30/2026:
We appreciate your feedback and are sorry your experience wasn’t as enjoyable as it should have been. We’re making improvements and hope to deliver a better visit in the future.
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice Course - Great After Golf Atmosphere

This was a nice course. It is tight with narrow fairways and tee boxes close to greens. It is an easy walking course but you may find several novice golfers here. I would play again for a rate of no more than $60 riding. After you play is where you get your money’s worth. The staff is fabulous and the burgers/dogs on the grill and bar are awesome. The outdoor area is perfect for a cool down after play. The combination of the course and the atmosphere made this a good round. More emphasis on the after golf than the course.

Conditions Good
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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 Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Keep coming back

This is the fifth or sixth time I have played Shadow Mountain in the past few years. Every since my first round here I have made a point of playing it at least once every trip we make to the Valley.

The course is always in great shape, it is a fun course, and everyone I have interacted with from the staff has always been extremely helpful and friendly.

Selfishly, I hesitate to give such a great review as I don't want this gem to become overly popular. That said, everyone should experience a great course with great staff at a great value compared to other courses in the region.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 03/27/2026:
We’re so glad you had a great experience! Thank you for the support — we’ll be ready to welcome you back for another great round.
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0

The Best in the desert for Seniors

Course was in great shape. You need to be in the fairway Rough was penal which made it a fair challenge. Course ie definitely walkable. Not overly long but greens are protected by the bunkering.

Loved it. At 77 I don’t have the distance I once had but still broke 100.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Shadow Mountain

This is an older golf course that has a tight layout.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course with friendly staff

Enjoyed playing this course. The staff were we.coming, its narrow and into the rough, the grass is on the long side so easy to lose balls.

A great community feel and although we played early, the bar area looked inviting.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 18
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
4.0
Previously Played

Disappointed

The starter was disappointing, he let out a couple who’s tee time was after ours, then he walked away. We had no idea if we were a twosome or not, zero info given to us by him. The young fellow working there was great, got us ice for our bucket & very courteous, so no complaints with him. The course felt very squished compared to others in the area. We wouldn’t golf here again.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Lots of bunkers!

I think I set the record for this course in making bunker shots. Luckily, the sand seemed to be “forgiving,”. The greens are large and this particular morning very very slow. Nobody in our foursome figured out the speed the entire 18 holes.

It was unseasonably warm ( over 100 when we finished). Highly recommend the restaurant. The sliders and the Reuben were excellent!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great place to play

Shadow mountain is a lot of fun to play , as well as enjoying the atmosphere outside . Staff is very friendly . The more I play here the more I get to know everyone working , and they have a great crew taking care of it 👍🏻

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Love this course and the staff!!!

Exceptionally friendly, accommodating and helpful staff!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 03/13/2026:
Thanks for the wonderful feedback! Hearing this makes our day, and we can’t wait to have you back again soon.
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Pleasant Surprise

Staff was excellent. Tee boxes, fairways, and greens all in good condition. Enjoyed every aspect of my time there. Geared towards family, beginners, and non-serious golfers.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 37
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great staff and thematics....

fun well contained executive course that makes you think and gives you options. Wish it was closer to home in the SF Bay area.

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