Local Rules
Yardage markers measured to center of green
Yardage markers are measured to the center of the green.
Free relief from staked trees
Free relief is available from staked trees.
Out of bounds defined by perimeter fence and white stakes
Out of bounds is defined by the perimeter fence and white stakes.
Course Intelligence
Course Character
Devil’s Claw feels inseparable from the Gila River landscape: desert vegetation, red rock, mountain horizons and gradual elevation changes shape both the views and the strategy. The par-5 sixth and waterfall-backed seventh are especially distinctive visual and tactical moments. Whirlwind Golf Club at Wild Horse Pass is home to the Devil’s Claw course, an 18-hole par-72 layout in Chandler, Arizona. The official course describes desert canyons, cottonwood, mesquite, saguaro, palo verde, native grasses, rolling terrain and uncluttered mountain views. A desert Southwest course framed by mountains, native grasses and Sonoran character
Major Risks
Changing conditions The course is open year-round; seasonal conditions can affect rollout and green response. Nine-hole rhythm A shorter format still requires a clear plan for each hole and a steady pace.
Blue Tee Strategy
Confirm the active blue tee setup and current course guidance. Favor landing zones that open the next approach around mature pines. Use the rolling ground to plan predictable lies rather than chase every yard. Ask the golf shop about temporary rules, carts and same-day conditions. Position through the rolling pine corridors
Golfer Reviews / Consensus
Based on official club information. LOW
Course Conditions
NOT_VERIFIED Current conditions not verified Confirm today’s opening status, active tees, cart guidance and any temporary rules with the golf shop before play. Public course information is verified, but no current standing Local Rules bulletin was found. The course profile is verified; confirm today’s setup and temporary instructions on arrival.
30-second Pre-round Brief
Whispering Pines Pinckney in 30 seconds The course sits in a wooded, gently rolling 365-acre setting. Enjoy the seclusion Mature pines and fairway edges make placement important. Use the pine corridors Several tee options let you choose an appropriate challenge. Match the tee A peaceful Pinckney course where rolling wooded terrain and mature pines reward composed target selection.
Regulations
Pace of play and appropriate tee selection
Players are asked to maintain pace of play by choosing tees appropriate to their handicap.