Piipaash - Talking Stick Golf Club tee times

Conveniently located less than 20 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Talking Stick Golf Club features two exquisite golf courses designed by the legendary team of Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw. This 36-hole golf facility is a beloved destination in Scottsdale, attracting players of all levels and particularly appealing to those who prefer walking over riding a cart. Situated on undeveloped reservation land of the Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian community, the courses offer a serene golfing environment free of course-side housing. Unlike some of Coore-Crenshaw's more dramatic designs, Talking Stick Golf Club's courses are set on flat and featureless terrain. The O’odham Course, formerly known as the North Course, is especially appreciated by golf course architecture enthusiasts. This layout features a largely treeless, open playing field without water hazards. With uninterrupted stretches of grass from tee to green, wide fairways, and no forced carries, the O’odham Course is suitable for golfers of all skill levels. However, skilled players will find the need for precise shot-making and a deft short game due to strategically placed bunkers, subtle contours, and large, challenging greens. The course's length, especially on windward holes, adds to its competitive edge. In contrast, the adjacent Piipaash Course (formerly the South Course) is more traditional. It is the more frequently played course at Talking Stick Golf Club. While the front nine shares similarities with the O’odham Course by lacking water hazards, the back nine introduces more variety with tree-lined holes and water hazards on five holes, notably on the 11th and 18th, which wrap around a lake. Rounds at Talking Stick Golf Club tend to move swiftly compared to other Scottsdale golf clubs. Players need not worry about cacti or rocks when playing in the desert terrain. Efficient course rangers help maintain a steady pace of play. The club also offers excellent practice facilities. For those seeking a resort experience, Talking Stick Resort provides a luxurious Las Vegas-style casino resort hotel, making it an ideal base. Whether playing one course or both, Talking Stick Golf Club promises an enjoyable experience in a natural, distraction-free environment.