Briarwood Country Club
Logo: A dense broad-crowned deciduous tree in solid dark green with a short forked trunk and a low side branch, above two lines of dark-green serif capitals reading "BRIARWOOD" and "COUNTRY CLUB", on white with no enclosing border and no year.
Course at a glance
Briarwood Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Sun City West, Arizona (85375). From the Black tees, Briarwood Country Club plays to 6,576 yards at par 72. The course offers 16 sets of tees ranging from 3,406 to 6,576 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 130 and a course rating of 71.7, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 49% of rated golf courses in Arizona. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. Tee times at Briarwood Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Briarwood Country Club
Briarwood Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Sun City West, Arizona (85375).. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,576 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 130 and a course rating of 71.7.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 131, Briarwood Country Club is more accessible than most courses in Arizona. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 16 tee sets ranging from 3,406 to 6,576 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
6,576
Slope
130
Rating
71.7
Course Difficulty Analysis
131
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 130 | 71.7 | 330 | 328 | 175 | 410 | 426 | 550 | 195 | 505 | 340 | 3259 | 385 | 187 | 370 | 540 | 202 | 339 | 385 | 514 | 395 | 3317 | 6,576 |
Black/Burgundy | 128 | 71.4 | 330 | 328 | 165 | 410 | 426 | 550 | 174 | 505 | 340 | 3228 | 385 | 175 | 370 | 540 | 190 | 339 | 385 | 514 | 395 | 3293 | 6,521 |
Burgundy | 127 | 70.1 | 320 | 315 | 165 | 396 | 412 | 517 | 174 | 490 | 330 | 3119 | 370 | 175 | 352 | 521 | 190 | 323 | 370 | 497 | 383 | 3181 | 6,300 |
Burgundy/TanWomen's | 131 | 75.2 | 320 | 315 | 133 | 374 | 386 | 491 | 174 | 490 | 330 | 3013 | 355 | 160 | 352 | 512 | 190 | 323 | 356 | 497 | 348 | 3093 | 6,106 |
Burgundy/TanMen's | 125 | 69.3 | 320 | 315 | 133 | 374 | 386 | 491 | 174 | 490 | 330 | 3013 | 355 | 160 | 352 | 512 | 190 | 323 | 356 | 497 | 348 | 3093 | 6,106 |
TanWomen's | 130 | 75.0 | 313 | 307 | 133 | 374 | 386 | 491 | 163 | 482 | 318 | 2967 | 355 | 160 | 343 | 512 | 173 | 310 | 356 | 481 | 348 | 3038 | 6,005 |
TanMen's | 123 | 68.6 | 313 | 307 | 133 | 374 | 386 | 491 | 163 | 482 | 318 | 2967 | 355 | 160 | 343 | 512 | 173 | 310 | 356 | 481 | 348 | 3038 | 6,005 |
Tan/Teal Combo | 125 | 73.3 | 313 | 307 | 133 | 354 | 319 | 491 | 142 | 454 | 318 | 2831 | 355 | 128 | 305 | 512 | 165 | 310 | 306 | 481 | 301 | 2863 | 5,694 |
Tan/Teal | 118 | 67.0 | 313 | 307 | 133 | 354 | 319 | 432 | 163 | 454 | 300 | 2775 | 355 | 160 | 305 | 447 | 173 | 310 | 306 | 481 | 301 | 2838 | 5,613 |
TealWomen's | 122 | 71.3 | 286 | 261 | 114 | 354 | 319 | 432 | 142 | 454 | 300 | 2662 | 322 | 128 | 305 | 447 | 165 | 273 | 306 | 414 | 301 | 2661 | 5,323 |
TealMen's | 114 | 65.5 | 286 | 261 | 114 | 354 | 319 | 432 | 142 | 454 | 300 | 2662 | 322 | 128 | 305 | 447 | 165 | 273 | 306 | 414 | 301 | 2661 | 5,323 |
Teal/Gold Combo | 117 | 67.9 | 226 | 179 | 114 | 354 | 272 | 432 | 92 | 454 | 300 | 2423 | 274 | 128 | 305 | 370 | 108 | 240 | 306 | 364 | 301 | 2396 | 4,819 |
GoldWomen's | 113 | 66.2 | 226 | 179 | 114 | 288 | 272 | 357 | 92 | 412 | 275 | 2215 | 274 | 128 | 252 | 370 | 108 | 240 | 296 | 364 | 259 | 2291 | 4,506 |
GoldMen's | 105 | 62.4 | 226 | 179 | 114 | 288 | 272 | 357 | 92 | 412 | 275 | 2215 | 274 | 128 | 252 | 370 | 108 | 240 | 296 | 364 | 259 | 2291 | 4,506 |
Melvey TeeWomen's | 100 | 60.5 | 185 | 179 | 114 | 185 | 185 | 275 | 92 | 285 | 170 | 1670 | 180 | 128 | 175 | 275 | 108 | 240 | 165 | 290 | 175 | 1736 | 3,406 |
Melvey TeeMen's | 99 | 58.6 | 185 | 179 | 114 | 185 | 185 | 275 | 92 | 285 | 170 | 1670 | 180 | 128 | 175 | 275 | 108 | 240 | 165 | 290 | 175 | 1736 | 3,406 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 13 | 11 | 17 | 1 | 5 | 7 | 15 | 3 | 9 | 4 | 18 | 16 | 10 | 14 | 6 | 2 | 12 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Briarwood Country Club offers 16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,576 | 130 | 71.7 | 5-15 |
Black/Burgundy | 6,521 | 128 | 71.4 | 5-15 |
Burgundy | 6,300 | 127 | 70.1 | 5-15 |
Burgundy/Tan | 6,106 | 131 | 75.2 | 12-22 |
Burgundy/Tan | 6,106 | 125 | 69.3 | 12-22 |
Tan | 6,005 | 130 | 75.0 | 12-22 |
Tan | 6,005 | 123 | 68.6 | 12-22 |
Tan/Teal Combo | 5,694 | 125 | 73.3 | 20-30 |
Tan/Teal | 5,613 | 118 | 67.0 | 20-30 |
Teal | 5,323 | 122 | 71.3 | 20-30 |
Teal | 5,323 | 114 | 65.5 | 20-30 |
Teal/Gold Combo | 4,819 | 117 | 67.9 | 25+ |
Gold | 4,506 | 113 | 66.2 | 25+ |
Gold | 4,506 | 105 | 62.4 | 25+ |
Melvey Tee | 3,406 | 100 | 60.5 | 25+ |
Melvey Tee | 3,406 | 99 | 58.6 | 25+ |
Amenities at Briarwood Country Club
Briarwood Country Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Briarwood Country Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Briarwood Country Club a public or private golf course?
Briarwood Country Club is a private golf course located in Sun City West, AZ. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Briarwood Country Club have?
Briarwood Country Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Briarwood Country Club?
From the Black tees, Briarwood Country Club plays to 6,576 yards (par 72). The course offers 16 tee sets ranging from 3,406 to 6,576 yards.
What is the slope rating at Briarwood Country Club?
The Black tees at Briarwood Country Club have a slope rating of 130 and a course rating of 71.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Briarwood Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Briarwood Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Briarwood Country Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.briarwoodcc.com/ or call +1-623-584-5600 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Briarwood Country Club offer?
Briarwood Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Briarwood Country Club located?
Briarwood Country Club is located at 20800 North 135th Avenue in Sun City West, AZ 85375. You can reach them at +1-623-584-5600.
What is the difficulty level at Briarwood Country Club?
Briarwood Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 131. It plays harder than 49% 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 Briarwood Country Club?
Briarwood Country Club offers 16 tee sets. Black tees (6,576 yards, slope 130) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Melvey Tee tees (3,406 yards, slope 99) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Briarwood Country Club?
Beginners at Briarwood Country Club should play the Melvey Tee tees, which play 3,406 yards with a slope of 99. 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 Briarwood Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Tan/Teal tees (slope 118, rating 67.0) at Briarwood Country Club has a course handicap of 11, 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 Briarwood Country Club?
A typical round at Briarwood Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.