Briarwood Country Club
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.
Briarwood Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 131, putting it in the upper half of courses in Arizona for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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/Tan | 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/Tan | 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 |
Tan | 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 |
Tan | 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 |
Teal | 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 |
Teal | 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 |
Gold | 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 |
Gold | 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 Tee | 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 Tee | 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.
| 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.
How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, tee times at Briarwood Country Club are available to members and their guests. Use Stymie's Group Finder for guest access. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Briarwood Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
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?expand_more
Briarwood Country Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Briarwood Country Club?expand_more
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?expand_more
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?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Briarwood Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Briarwood Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Briarwood Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.briarwoodcc.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Briarwood Country Club offer?expand_more
Briarwood Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Briarwood Country Club located?expand_more
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?expand_more
Briarwood Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 131. It plays harder than 51% 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?expand_more
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?expand_more
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 would a 15-handicap shoot at Briarwood Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Tan/Teal tees (slope 118, rating 67.0) at Briarwood Country Club would have a course handicap of 11 and an expected score of approximately 83. 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 Briarwood Country Club?expand_more
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.