5445 E Lincoln Dr, Paradise Valley, Arizona 85253, US
(480) 624-5400
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About Mountain Shadows Resort Scottsdale

Reopened in 2017, Mountain Shadows Resort is a freshly renovated and reimagined golf resort. For golfers, the centerpiece is the brand new, 18-hole par-3 course. Located in Paradise Valley between Scottsdale and Phoenix, the resort is ideally located for trips into the shopping, hiking trails and attractions of both cities. Onsite are several dining options highlighted by Hearth 61, fitness center and two outdoor pools that provide lap swimming and private cabanas for rent. The property has partnered with the Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa to provide spa services. In addition to guest rooms and suites, Mountain Shadows offers residences for rent as well as ownership and membership opportunities. Guests of Mountain Shadows also have preferred access to the nearby Camelback Golf Club, home to two full-length 18-hole courses.

Facts

Price Range$$$
Property Class★★★★
Acres80
Year Opened2017
Number of Units100-300

Amenities

RestaurantsFine, Casual, Bar
Room TypesSuite, Fractional Ownership
Short CourseYes
Fitness CenterYes
Practice FacilityYes
Banquet SpaceYes

Services

Room ServiceYes
ConciergeYes

Rules

Is the resort pet friendly?Yes
Is resort stay required for a tee time?No

Golf courses at Mountain Shadows Resort Scottsdale

Golfer Photos

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars
1045 Reviews (1045)
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

A Par 3 GEM....

Challenges every part of your Short game. Beautiful views!! Excellent staffers!! 1st class

Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Fun but strange course

Course Is in great shape. Very fun but greens made it tough for a par 3. Never saw a sand trap on a green

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Commented on 02/22/2025

Thank you for the nice comments. Every green is very different, so lots of variety and you won't get bored. And yes, we have a bunker in the middle of a green. Come check it out.

Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Cute challenging short course

Played the course 15 years ago. So improved from then, really fun.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
Commented on 02/22/2025

Thank you for the nice review! We're a high-end golf resort. We just happen to have all Par 3's. It's lots of fun!

Review 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Fun place to start your week in Scottsdale

Great fun short track for those of us who are just getting out to play again after a long cold winter

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Commented on 02/22/2025

Thank you for the 5 star review. We're not too far from the airport. So our 3 hour round is also a good choice for your arrival or departure day.

Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Best course in town

If I could play one course for the rest of my days it would be mountain shadows , once you play there it will be one of your faves, everyone treats you like family from the cart guys to the drink cart ladies, the food is great and the course is very challenging but you can get around in a decent amount of time, everyone I take there has a blast and want to return I never get tired of playing mountain shadows

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Commented on 02/26/2025

What do we say? Thank you. We humbly agree!

Reviews 6
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Fun times at Mountain Shadow; watch for traffic tickets

Great par 3 course that is moderately difficult, well maintained, great staff and a beautiful setting.

Just don't speed or run yellow lights in Paradise Valley. The City's budget relies on traffic tickets to pay their bills evidentially. Their traffic cameras are state of the art!

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
Commented on 02/22/2025

Thank you for the 5 Star Review. We stive to provide friendly and helpful service, great course conditions and the best view in town. Sorry about the ticket.

Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Walked
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 5
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Walked
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Commented on 01/25/2025

Thank you for the 5 star review. We strive to offer and friendly and helpful golf environment with the best view in town.

Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Best executive course

Loved the course, being able to walk, the design and beauty of the course. To top it off staff were friendly and the food was good. Great day!

First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Commented on 01/25/2025

Thank you for the nice review! We hope to see you again soon!

Review 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Played

This was a short course, not as advertised till I arrived

Was expecting a normal length course. It was not described as a short course in any listing. Got there and noticed short course, was very disappointed for the money, I would have chosen a variety of other courses at that price point to play a decent length course.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 1.0
Layout 1.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Commented on 01/25/2025

Short Course and Par 3 golf isn't for everyone. We try to communicate that we are a Short Course. We'll review to make it more obvious.

Reviews 25
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Fun short course

Played Mountain Shadows for the first time yesterday, and it's a fun course. Greens were in solid condition, and some are quite adventerous. My one gripe is the tee boxes--they were quite terrible. They looked like something you'd see in mid-July (not January).

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 2.0
Commented on 02/17/2025

Thanks for joining us and glad you had a good time. December and January are tough for tee boxes at a Par 3 course. As of February 15, they are much better. We hope to see you again soon.

Review 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 1.0
Layout 2.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Review 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 449
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Short but well worth a loop

I had the opportunity to play this fun, retro-feel par-3 course in its weekly skins game, which often attracts PGA Tour players as well as aspiring pros to try and make an ace and walk away with some cash. It is a perfect venue for such an outing, with a mix of friendly and exacting holes that can shift daily as hole locations change. Architect Forrest Richardson indulged some of his more expressive ideas of green design here, to entertaining effect. Lovely views back into Paradise Valley add to the ambiance, as does the chic on-site hotel.

Golf Advisor
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 2.0
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Review 1
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 2.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 2.0
Difficulty 3.0
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