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Sewailo Course

Sewailo Golf Club

Tucson, AZ, USA
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18 holesPar 727,283 yds

About this course

Sewailo, meaning "flower world" in the Pascua Yaqui language, is a testament to the tribe's commitment to blending cultural heritage with championship golf in the Tucson desert. The Notah Begay III-designed course, routed through gently rolling terrain punctuated by native mesquite and palo verde trees, presents a deceptively challenging layout where thoughtful strategy trumps brute force. While appearing forgiving from the tee, Sewailo demands precise approaches to its subtly contoured greens, rewarding skilled iron play. Begay's design philosophy shines through in the course's seamless integration with its surroundings. Five sets of tees welcome golfers of all skill levels, while strategically placed bunkers and water features – drawing inspiration from the Yaqui culture – add both visual appeal and strategic complexity. The course has swiftly become a preferred destination for collegiate and amateur competitions, as well as the home course for the University of Arizona men's and women's golf programs. Beyond the course itself, Sewailo embodies a spirit of inclusivity and community. The Pascua Yaqui Tribe's deep connection to the land is woven into every aspect of the experience, from the course's name to its commitment to environmental stewardship. While Sewailo may not yet possess the storied legacy of some of its more seasoned peers, it represents a forward-thinking approach to golf, one that honors both tradition and progress. The clubhouse restaurant offers dishes inspired by Native American cuisine, a fitting end to a round steeped in cultural appreciation.

Rankings

Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.

1543

Best in World

1362

Best in USA

43

Best in AZ

Quick facts

Location
Tucson, AZ, USA
Access
Public
Year built
2013
Holes
18
Par
72
Length
7,283 yards
Course Vaults score
7.8

Getting there

Sewailo Golf Club lies in the Sonoran Desert southeast of Tucson, most easily accessed via Tucson International Airport, a straightforward forty-minute drive through the city and into the ancestral lands of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe. The route traces Interstate 10 before peeling south onto surface roads that transition from suburban sprawl to open desert, where saguaro cacti stand sentinel against the Santa Rita Mountains rising in the distance. This is a destination defined by place - arrival feels less like reaching a resort and more like crossing into a distinct cultural and geographic landscape, where the golf course emerges as a modern expression of ancient terrain.

FAQ

Common questions about Sewailo

Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.

Sewailo has a Course Vaults score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 21 logged golfers.

Sewailo was designed by Notah Begay III.

Yes. Sewailo is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.

Par at Sewailo is 72.

Sewailo plays 7,283 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

Sewailo is a 18-hole course.

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