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Phoenix, Arizona · 18 holes · times shown in course local time

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Papago Golf Course golf course

Course info

5595 E Karsten Way, Phoenix, Arizona, 85008

(602) 275-8428

18

Holes

72

Par

7,068

Yards

73.3

Rating

132

Slope

Driving range

Putting green

Chipping area

Cart rentals

Club rentals

Walking allowed

About Papago Golf Course

Papago Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course in Phoenix, Arizona, playing to a par 72 at 7,068 yards from the back tees. The course opened in 1963 and was designed by William F. Bell,Billy Fuller,Jack Snyder,Forrest Richardson,Phil Mickelson. Greens are bermuda grass and fairways are bermuda grass.

Par

72

Length

7,068 yds

Slope

132

Rating

73.3

Year built

1963

Architect

William F. Bell,Billy Fuller,Jack Snyder,Forrest Richardson,Phil Mickelson

Greens

Bermuda Grass

Fairways

Bermuda Grass

Season

Year round

Driving range

Putting green

Chipping area

Cart rentals

Club rentals

Walking allowed

What golfers love

Golfers tell us that the Papago Golf Course has some great features that make it enjoyable to play. They appreciate the flat tee boxes and the decent amount of sand in the bunkers. The facility itself is impressive, with a fantastic bar and grill, and a beautiful driving range that faces the mountains. The views of downtown Phoenix and the mountains are also a highlight. Golfers also enjoy playing on a course that is not located in a residential community. In terms of the staff quality, golfers have generally had positive experiences. They describe the staff as friendly and the beverage cart as coming around frequently. However, there have been some complaints about the management of tee times and the lack of greeting from staff. While there are some positive aspects, there are also some areas for improvement. Golfers have mentioned that the pace of play can be slow, with no marshal regulating the pace. There have also been concerns about the course conditions, particularly when greens have been punched or covered with sand. Additionally, some golfers have found the course to be overpriced for the quality offered. Overall, golfers have mixed opinions about the Papago Golf Course. While there are aspects that they appreciate, such as the facility and the friendly staff, there are also areas that need attention, such as the pace of play and the course conditions.

Good to know

Golfers tell us that one major issue with this golf course is the slow pace of play. Many reviewers experienced rounds lasting over 5 hours due to a high number of walkers and 9-minute tee time intervals. This can be frustrating for golfers who prefer a quicker game. Another area of improvement is the inconsistent course conditions. Some reviewers mentioned aerated greens and some fairways and greens in poor shape. This inconsistency can impact the overall enjoyment and playability of the course. The cart paths were also reported to be in poor condition, with some areas being only dirt. This can make navigation around the course difficult and may result in a less comfortable experience for golfers. In addition, some reviewers felt that the course was overpriced for the value provided. Golfers expect to receive good value for their money, and when they feel that the price does not match the quality of the course, it can be disappointing. Communication regarding course rules and conditions was also mentioned as an area for improvement. Some reviewers noted a lack of notification regarding cart path only rules and greens being punched, which can lead to confusion and frustration during the round. Lastly, parking was reported to be inadequate during events. This can be inconvenient for golfers who are attending tournaments or other special events at the course. Overall, improvements in pace of play, course conditions, communication, and parking would greatly enhance the experience for golfers at this course.

Tee boxes

TeesLengthRatingSlope
Black7,419 yds75130
Dark Blue7,125 yds73.2127
Blue6,884 yds72125
Turquoise6,662 yds71123
White6,475 yds70.1120
Light Green6,074 yds68.2117
Dark Green5,830 yds72.5122
Gold5,435 yds69.9118
Papago Golf Course golf course

Course info

5595 E Karsten Way, Phoenix, Arizona, 85008

(602) 275-8428

18

Holes

72

Par

7,068

Yards

73.3

Rating

132

Slope

Driving range

Putting green

Chipping area

Cart rentals

Club rentals

Walking allowed