Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course
About Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course
Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Scottsdale, Arizona (85255). The course was designed by Graham & Parks International and established in 1994. From the Talon tees, the course plays to 6,975 yards with a par of 72. The Talon tees carry a slope rating of 146 and a course rating of 73.3.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 146, Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course is one of the more challenging courses in Arizona, playing harder than 89% of courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,143 to 6,975 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Arizona offers year-round golf. Winter months (November through March) are peak season with comfortable temperatures and strong demand. Summer rounds often benefit from lower rates and faster pace.
Par
72
Length
6,975
Slope
146
Rating
73.3
Course Difficulty Analysis
146
This Course
130
AZ Average
113
US Average
Based on 234 rated courses in Arizona
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Talon | 146 | 73.3 | 428 | 346 | 505 | 427 | 153 | 459 | 402 | 208 | 562 | 3490 | 454 | 175 | 449 | 303 | 524 | 450 | 416 | 126 | 588 | 3485 | 6,975 |
Talon/Palo Verde | 139 | 72.1 | 385 | 346 | 505 | 402 | 153 | 422 | 402 | 189 | 507 | 3311 | 422 | 175 | 405 | 303 | 524 | 419 | 416 | 126 | 552 | 3342 | 6,653 |
Palo Verde | 134 | 70.8 | 385 | 309 | 465 | 363 | 133 | 422 | 366 | 189 | 507 | 3139 | 422 | 161 | 405 | 277 | 519 | 419 | 383 | 114 | 552 | 3252 | 6,391 |
Palo Verde/Terra Cotta | 126 | 69.6 | 357 | 309 | 465 | 329 | 133 | 392 | 366 | 172 | 507 | 3030 | 422 | 161 | 376 | 277 | 519 | 393 | 322 | 114 | 522 | 3106 | 6,136 |
Terra Cotta | 122 | 68.3 | 357 | 284 | 426 | 329 | 125 | 392 | 323 | 172 | 473 | 2881 | 401 | 137 | 376 | 254 | 487 | 393 | 322 | 102 | 522 | 2994 | 5,875 |
Terra Cotta | 136 | 73.3 | 357 | 284 | 426 | 329 | 117 | 392 | 323 | 172 | 473 | 2873 | 401 | 137 | 376 | 254 | 487 | 393 | 322 | 102 | 522 | 2994 | 5,867 |
Terra/Heather | 124 | 70.5 | 316 | 284 | 426 | 296 | 117 | 339 | 300 | 153 | 445 | 2676 | 360 | 137 | 328 | 254 | 406 | 324 | 322 | 102 | 454 | 2687 | 5,363 |
Terra Cotta/Heather | 117 | 66.1 | 316 | 284 | 426 | 296 | 117 | 339 | 300 | 153 | 445 | 2676 | 360 | 137 | 328 | 254 | 406 | 324 | 322 | 102 | 454 | 2687 | 5,363 |
Heather | 118 | 69.3 | 316 | 263 | 387 | 296 | 85 | 339 | 300 | 153 | 445 | 2584 | 360 | 108 | 328 | 206 | 406 | 324 | 289 | 84 | 454 | 2559 | 5,143 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 9 | 13 | 5 | 7 | 17 | 1 | 11 | 15 | 3 | 4 | 16 | 2 | 14 | 10 | 8 | 12 | 18 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course offers 9 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Talon | 6,975 | 146 | 73.3 | 0-5 |
Talon/Palo Verde | 6,653 | 139 | 72.1 | 5-15 |
Palo Verde | 6,391 | 134 | 70.8 | 5-15 |
Palo Verde/Terra Cotta | 6,136 | 126 | 69.6 | 12-22 |
Terra Cotta | 5,875 | 122 | 68.3 | 12-22 |
Terra Cotta | 5,867 | 136 | 73.3 | 12-22 |
Terra/Heather | 5,363 | 124 | 70.5 | 20-30 |
Terra Cotta/Heather | 5,363 | 117 | 66.1 | 20-30 |
Heather | 5,143 | 118 | 69.3 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course
Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course is a public golf course located in Scottsdale, AZ. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course have?expand_more
Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1994. The course was designed by Graham & Parks International.
What is the yardage at Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course?expand_more
From the Talon tees, Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course plays to 6,975 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,143 to 6,975 yards.
What is the slope rating at Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course?expand_more
The Talon tees at Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course have a slope rating of 146 and a course rating of 73.3. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course. You can also visit their website directly at https://grayhawkgolf.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course offer?expand_more
Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course located?expand_more
Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course is located at 8620 East Thompson Peak Parkway in Scottsdale, AZ 85255. You can reach them at +1-480-502-1800.
What is the difficulty level at Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course?expand_more
Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 146. It plays harder than 89% of golf courses in Arizona. The average slope rating in Arizona is 130. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course?expand_more
Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course offers 9 tee sets. Talon tees (6,975 yards, slope 146) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Heather tees (5,143 yards, slope 118) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course?expand_more
Beginners at Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course should play the Heather tees, which play 5,143 yards with a slope of 118. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Terra Cotta tees (slope 122, rating 68.3) at Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course would have a course handicap of 12 and an expected score of approximately 84. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course?expand_more
A typical round at Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.