Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club

Overview

An annual U.S. Open qualifying site and host to several top collegiate tournaments, Ak-Chin Southern Dunes is a long and challenging sand-belt style course. The Brian Curley and Fred Couples design sits on a piece of land that was home to the Ak-Chin Indian Community until a 1912 Executive Order removed the reservation. In 2010, the community recovered its sacred base and opened the Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club for all to enjoy.

About

Holes 18

Length 7546

Slope 142

Price $220

Facility Type Public

Designer Brian Curley, ASGCA/Lee E. Schmidt, ASGCA/Fred Couples

Awards

Best in State: Ranked 33rd, 2021-'22.

Reviews

1 / 13

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“More of a parkland style course, arguably the best public access course in the valley. Rolling terrain with trees, hazards, and plenty of strategic doglegs. The course rewards the golfer that can work their ball both ways. Maybe not as visually appealing as many of the pure desert tracks, but there isn't a house on property and the conditions are usually very good."

2022

2 / 13

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“A very nice links-ish style course in Maricopa AZ. Course is usually in great condition"

2021

3 / 13

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“Fabulous Fred Couples design south of Phoenix. There's not a bad hole on this layout."

2021

4 / 13

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“Very strong and strategic layout with an abundance of trees which is unusual for this area of Arizona. Lots of interesting holes and plenty of rewards for cutting off doglegs. Greens were fantastic. The clubhouse as a cool/casual vibe. Great place to spend some time after the round before driving back to the Phoenix metro area."

2018

5 / 13

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“Good course with several good holes. A real test from the back tees."

2018

6 / 13

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“Good layout, gets better the farther into the round you go. The hospitality was exceptional."

2018

7 / 13

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“Well worth the trip to Maricopa to play this course. Typically firm and fast with great green complexes. Nice variety of short and long holes. Nice practice facility and good food at clubhouse."

2018

8 / 13

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“One of my favorite courses in the Phoenix area. A challenging layout and always in great condition. The clubhouse is understated, but very attractive. A bit of a drive to get to Maricopa, but well worth it."

2018

9 / 13

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“Great golf for little $$$. Bit of a drive from Scottsdale, but worth it."

2018

10 / 13

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“Excellent facility, great staff and golf experience."

2018

11 / 13

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“A well layed out golf course and in very good condition. Good size greens and generous landing areas in the fairways. The traps which are plentiful are well placed and can come in to play quite often. Good range and putting green."

2018

12 / 13

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“Great BBQ and friendly bar service adds to a great course experience."

2018

13 / 13

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“Good value. A bit of a drive south of Phoenix/Scottsdale but worth the trip. Very good course, pro shop fine, did not eat there."

2018

Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club

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100 GREATEST/BEST IN STATE SCORES

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