Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course
Course at a glance
Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course is an 18-hole golf course in Scottsdale, Arizona (85255). The course was designed by Graham & Parks International and opened in 1994. From the Talon tees, Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course plays to 6,975 yards at par 72. The course offers 9 sets of tees ranging from 5,143 to 6,975 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 146 and a course rating of 73.3, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 88% of rated golf courses in Arizona. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and tifdwarf grass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
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 88% of rated 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 230 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 CottaMen's | 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 CottaWomen's | 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. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| 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 full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course a public or private golf course?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Visit the official course website at https://grayhawkgolf.com/ or call +1-480-502-1800 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course offer?
Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course located?
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?
Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 146. It plays harder than 88% 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?
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?
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 is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Terra Cotta tees (slope 122, rating 68.3) at Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course has a course handicap of 12, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at Grayhawk Golf Club - Talon Course?
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.