Local Rules
Out-of-bounds boundary
Out of bounds is defined by the inside edge of the fence bordering the property.
Course Intelligence
Course Character
Respect the natural setting and wildlife while managing the tree-lined routing; precise positioning and a calm pace matter more than forcing distance. Piipaash is one of Talking Stick Golf Club’s two 18-hole courses, designed by Coore & Crenshaw with a more tree-lined, classic parkland routing across the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. A Piipaash parkland-style course shaped by desert light, wildlife and tribal landscape
Major Risks
Water Streams and the signature lake influence strategy on several holes. Approach distance Championship length and protected greens reward accurate club selection.
Blue Tee Strategy
Choose the conservative side of each replica hazard. Expect bounce and roll from the sandy Wisconsin terrain. Use the official scorecard and confirm current tee setup before play. Play the target, not the name
Golfer Reviews / Consensus
Water can influence play despite the generally open desert layout. Some panelists find the course relatively flat or less detailed than the O’odham course. Fast greens and firm/hard-packed bunker sand can affect scoring. A well-maintained, strategic and scenic Scottsdale course with tree-lined fairways, elevated greens and selective water; enjoyable for a wide range of handicaps but best played with disciplined targets. HIGH Golfers and reviewers praise the course’s condition, strategic design and scenic Sonoran Desert setting. The Piipaash course is described as a more straightforward, tree-lined companion to O’odham, with elevated greens and water in play. Recent reviews highlight enjoyable rounds and well-conditioned fairways and greens.
Course Conditions
VERIFIED Official Piipaash scorecard local guidelines verified Keep pace with the group ahead and complete 18 holes within the posted target. Treat the inside edge of the property fence as out of bounds. Do not feed or harass wildlife. 2026-10-02 2026-09-02 USGA rules apply except for the published local guidelines; wildlife restrictions and pace requirements apply during the round. The Piipaash Course at Talking Stick publishes a 4-hour-15-minute pace expectation, fence-line out of bounds and wildlife-protection guidance. The Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw layout uses raised greens and desert surroundings.
30-second Pre-round Brief
Before you tee off Treat each famous-hole replica as a target-management problem. Targets Plan conservative lines around the island green and lake-side hazards. Water Confirm today’s wind, tee setup and course instructions. Conditions A Wisconsin northwoods resort course where famous-hole replicas meet Castle Rock Lake scenery.
Regulations
Pace of play
An 18-hole round should take no more than 4 hours and 15 minutes; players are expected to keep up with the group in front.
Wildlife protection
Respect wildlife in its natural habitat; guests observed feeding or harassing animals may be removed from the premises.