Mountain Shadows Golf Course in Paradise Valley, Arizona, USA | GolfPass
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4.4
991 Reviews 991 Reviews
5 Stars
584
4 Stars
294
3 Stars
63
2 Stars
24
1 Stars
26
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.2
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.5
86.6%
Recommend this course
893 out of 991 reviews
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4.5
35 Reviews 35 Reviews
5 Stars
23
4 Stars
8
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.2
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.6
StaffFriendliness
4.7
88.6%
Recommend this course
31 out of 35 reviews
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4.5
61 Reviews 61 Reviews
5 Stars
43
4 Stars
11
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
3
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.3
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.6
StaffFriendliness
4.7
90.2%
Recommend this course
55 out of 61 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Style Executive
Par 54
Length 2310 yards
Slope 91
Rating 57.0

The executive golf course at Mountain Shadows Golf Club in addition to being an excellent course has the added benefit of having a picturesque location nestled in the foothills of Camelback Mountain, and it also offers views of the equally majestic Mummy Mountains. The oleanders and palm trees sprinkled throughout the course enhance the pleasant atmosphere. The golf course's 18th hole boasts beautiful views of the sunset during the twilight hours but the signature hole is the par-3 12th hole. It plays uphill toward Camelback Mountain and over a pond and brook to a double-tiered green that is well protected by bunkers.

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Course Details

Year Built 1961
Fairways TiffDwarf Grass
Greens TiffDwarf Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Jack Snyder (1961) Forrest Richardson (2016)

Rentals/Services

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

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range No
Bunker Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Indoor Practice Yes
Putting Green Yes
Practice Hole Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Fivesomes Allowed No
Single Allowed Yes - paired up
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Collared shirt required, no denim

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Lounge, Banquet Facilities

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards
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Reviews

4.4
991 Reviews (991)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 24
Patio Dining 11
19th Hole Specials 10
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 50
Water Hazards 32
Narrow Fairways 27
This course/club is great for:
Seniors 49
Beginners 40
Locals 39
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 51
Worth the Drive 19
Near Local Attractions 17

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Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

I was transported to The Clam Bake

Awesome retro vibe. Was looking for Bob and Bing at every turn. Course was in immaculate shape. The yardages are so fun, and conducive to all kinds of bet play. Outdoor services were exceptional. Pro Shop staff could be a little “warmer”. Felt like a bother, asking questions about the course and the merch. Food was of good quality and price. Drinks are stiff. Overall will be back. Had the best time!

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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
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 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Cute Executive Course

Played there 15yrs ago, vastly improved. Confusing transition between 2 holes. Can’t remember the Numbers. We had enjoyable fun time.

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

Cute challenging short course

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

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

Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

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

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
TheShortCourse
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.

Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously 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

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
TheShortCourse
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.

Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously 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

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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
TheShortCourse
Commented on 02/26/2025

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

Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

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!

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

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Walked
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Walked
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
TheShortCourse
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.

Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

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!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
TheShortCourse
Commented on 01/25/2025

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

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

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.

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Conditions Good
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
TheShortCourse
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.

Played On
Reviews 24
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

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).

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Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Fairly Easy
TheShortCourse
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.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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