Designed by
Forrest Richardson, for over two decades Arizona Grand Golf Course has dazzled golfers with its unique blend of traditional links and desert influences. Golfers meander through the majestic beauty of Arizona's South Mountain Park, a protected natural desert preserve.
Low: $56 High: $116
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Designed by
Pete Dye,
a links-style course set in the shadows of ASU’s Sun Devil Stadium. Top PGA and LPGA TOUR professionals such as Phil Mickelson, Billy Mayfair and Grace Park have all sharpened their skills at this premier facility.
Low: $56 High: $116
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INDIAN BEND:
Designed by
Jack Snyder, the Indian Bend Course is traditional American links-style course has been created in a breathtaking setting with magnificent mountain backdrops, lush palm and eucalyptus-lined fairways, and scenic water holes. This dynamic layout will be sure to test your skills while offering a friendly golf experience.
Low: $59 High: $149
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PADRE:
Designed by Arthur Hills, the Padre Course features towering trees, subtle landforms and impressive bunkering to sharpen your game. This design is known for its strategic layout, challenging water holes, recently having had its 9th hole voted the best water hole in the state by Arizona Golf Magazine.
Low: $69 High: $189
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Designed by
Ken Cavanaugh/Brian Whitcomb, the beauty and serenity of Club West Golf Club, puts your mind at ease. Located on the sunny side of South Mountain, the gorgeous surroundings distinguish the course from other Phoenix golf courses as it has consistently been ranked in the top 20 golf courses in Arizona.
Low: $44 High: $92
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Designed by
Robert Trent Jones II,
Dove Valley Ranch Golf Club championship course gently shifts between panoramic openness to the intimacy of lush foliage along Willow Wash, mirroring the southwestern styling of the petroglyph-etched boulders that mark each hole.
Low: $37 High: $109
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Designed by
Scott Miller, nestled in the colorful rugged McDowell Mountains of Fountain Hills, Eagle Mountain Golf Club is a natural wonder to behold. Weaveing its way through shaded box canyons and around majestic mountain peaks unique to this scenic corner of the Sonoran desert.
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Low: $65 High: $195
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Designed by
Greg Nash/Jeff Hardin, El Conquistador
Country Club is the largest golf resort in Southern Arizona offering 45-holes of championship golf on three different courses:
Conquistador,
Cañada and
Pusch Ridge. Catering to all levels of golf enthusiasts with a comprehensive golf academy.
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Low: $49 High: $129
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DINOSAUR MOUNTAIN:
Designed by
Ken Kavanaugh, Gold Canyon blends the panoramic views of the Superstition Mountains and the natural Sonoran desert. Ranked by Golf Digest as one of Arizona's top-rated public courses, the Dinosaur Mountain course wraps up, over and around picturesque Dinosaur Mountain.
Low: $65 High: $210
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SIDEWINDER:
Designed by G. Nash/Ken Kavanaugh/S. Penge, the Gold Canyon Sidewinder Course opened in 1998, and essentially is made up of the old front nine built by Greg Nash at Gold Canyon in 1985, and a new front nine done by the club's superintendent, Stuart Penge.
Low: $45 High: $115
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Designed by
Jack Nicklaus II, and following in his father's footsteps, Jack Nicklaus II's Golf Club of Estrella is golf in the traditional sense, challenging yet forgiving, looks like a desert course with an Eastern touch. But really it's more of an Eastern course molded into vast expanses of colorful desert.
Low: $60 High: $149
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RAPTOR:
Designed by
Tom Fazio, the Raptor Course, which opened in 1995, is very scenic and has unique views that could catch any golfers' eye. The course offers a thrilling golf challenge that commands a player's respect through a daring, high-stakes game of risk and reward.
Low: $50 High: $225
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TALON:
Designed by former U.S. Open and PGA Champion
David Graham and architect
Gary Panks, the Talon Course is one of the most exciting and dramatic golf courses ever built in the Southwest. In fact the course was recently named among Golf Magazine's
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Top 10 You Can Play in U.S.'
Low: $50 High: $225
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Designed by
Scott Miller, Kierland can best be described as a combination of desert and parkland golf. Some elements of desert golf are definitely present, although not as severely so as on many of the area courses. Exceptional conditioning, three distinct nines for variety, and perhaps the best location in the city.
Low: $90 High: $215
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Designed by
Robert Trent Jones II, few courses in the Valley offer such spectacular vistas and subsequent shot-making as Las Sendas. For those who survive the first three holes in even par, there is hope. But even for those who go down early, their spirits are revived by the beauty surrounding them on each hole.
Low: $79 High: $195
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Designed by
Rees Jones,
Legend Trail Golf Club provides a challenging experience, especially playing at a distance of 6,845 yards.This perfectly manicured course meanders through the Sonoran Desert landscape and features breathtaking, panoramic vistas, including some of the areas landmarks such as Pinnacle Peak.
Low: $75 High: $190
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Designed by
Ken Kavanaugh,
the new Longbow Golf Club was unveiled in the fall of 2003. Following a complete redesign with the addition of a striking new clubhouse, expanded acreage and totally revamped practice facility, Longbow, more than ever is a “
must-play”.
Low: $50 High: $135
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Designed by
Greg Nash/Jeff Hardin, Los Caballeros Golf Club is a top ranking, semi-private golf club set at the foot of the Bradshaw Mountains in the upper Sonoran Desert. Offers beautiful driving ranges, putting greens, and a short game practice area – perfect for your next golf vacation.
Low: $40 High: $200
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Designed by
Desmond Muirhead, McCormick Ranch Golf Club offers any caliber of player two spectacular resort golf courses, which are open to the public 365 days a year. These lush, well-manicured, traditional layouts are located amidst gorgeous scenery in the heart of Scottsdale.
Low: $57 High: $157
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Designed by
Ted Robinson, this will remind you of some of the great Florida and Hawaii courses. Ocotillo is the very best of the Tropical-style courses in the area. Huge beautiful palm trees, water, and more water make this 27-hole championship design a true oasis in the Phoenix golfing landscape.
Low: $65 High: $175
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Designed by
Gary Panks, the Southeast Valley of Phoenix, Arizona welcomes a new 18-hole championship golf course designed by Gary Panks. Located in Florence and nestled in the latest Anthem master plan community, Poston Butte Golf Club at Merrill Ranch will offer more than a quality golf experience but a place you will want to call home.
Low: $45 High: $90
Designed by
Rees Jones, Quintero is home to the Rees Jones Founders Course, and will soon be home to Greg Norman 's Charter Course. The Founders Course has won numerous awards, and has earned its place among the most stunning landscapes created by Rees Jones.
Low: $275 High: $375
Designed by
Bill Johnston/Mike Alfred, the Rancho Manana Golf Club is where Mother Nature plays. Located in the heart of the Sonoran Desert in historic Cave Creek, Arizona, this course features a par 70, championship course with dramatic elevation changes and unspoiled desert terrain.
Low: $85 High: $139
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Designed by
David Graham/Gary Panks, the Raven Golf Club at South Mountain has been rated as having the "#1 guest service in North America". Just a short drive from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport and most major Scottsdale Resorts or Hotels, the Raven Golf Club at South Mountain is a "
Must Play" in the Scottsdale/Phoenix region.
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Low: $69 High: $180
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Designed by
John Fought/Tom Lehman, at the Raven Golf Club at Verrado, players enjoy true "member for the day" status with: unlimited golf, unlimited use of the practice facility, two full meals (breakfast and lunch or lunch and dinner ordered from Cocina Grille), golf cart, and on-course snacks and non-alcoholic beverages.
Low: $84 High: $149
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Designed by
David Graham, discover a natural alternative to ordinary Scottsdale, Arizona golf courses. Built on the western slope of Scottsdale's McDowell Mountains and adjacent to the nationally recognized Westworld equestrian center.
Low: $49 High: $125
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Designed by
Gary Panks, considered one of the most unforgettable golf experiences, Sedona Golf Resort offers a thrilling combination of jaw-dropping splendor of the famed Red Rocks of Sedona with exceptional challenge. The best shots they say come with a camera.
Low: $79 High: $105
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Designed by
Fred Couples, Southern Dunes is a private golf club with rolling hills, native grasses, and tees that can reach over 7500 yards, Southern Dunes is a unique golf experience that will challenge the most accomplished golfer while still accommodating the novice.
Low: $69 High: $119
Designed by
Randy Heckenkemper, Stonecreek offers the impression of a private club at a public facility as it follows the contours of Indian Bend wash winding its way through the heart of Paradise Valley, framed by mountain views to the south and west. Stonecreek was named for the meandering stream found throughout the course.
Low: $55 High: $125
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Designed by
Keith Foster, and unlike other Scottsdale golf courses, SunRidge Canyon golf isn't merely a sport. It's an adventure. Nature played a profound role in establishing SunRidge Canyon Golf Club as a premier Scottsdale Arizona golf course.
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Low: $65 High: $190
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Designed by
Greg H. Nash, this course is one of the East Valley's premier jewels. It is not a typical desert course, but actually more typical of what you would expect to find in an Arizona resort course. Most golfers complete their round remembering every hole, thanks to the course's variety and character.
Low: $49 High: $119
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Featuring two championship-level,
Jay Morrish-designed courses, these links are known for breathtaking surroundings and sweeping panoramic views. Both courses stretch across an enchanting Sonoran Desert landscape and are listed among the finest in the United States.
Low: $90 High: $250
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Designed by
David Druzisky, it is fashioned for the golfer with a sense of discovery. Highlighted by expansive fairways that complement the wide open spaces of the Old West. The Duke creates a challenging golf experience for golfers with a passion for the game, by enticing golfers to make risk/reward decisions.
Low: $45 High: $95
Designed by
Tom Weiskopf/Jay Morrish, this championship links-styled course is a picturesque golf paradise.
The Foothills Golf Club
is a true taste of what desert golf should be and caters to both power and course management minded players.
Low: $56 High: $116
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Designed by renowned golf course architect
Gary Panks, The Legacy offers a challenge for golfers of all skill levels, providing exceptional views of Camelback Mountain, Squaw Peak and the downtown Phoenix skyline.
Low: $49 High: $159
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Designed by
Homer Flint/Ted Robinson, The Phoenician’s award-winning 27-holes USGA championship facility is comprised of three memorable nines, each named for its surrounding landscape -
Canyon, Desert and Oasis. Golf Magazine says it's one of the best resort courses in the country.
Low: $70 High: $220
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Designed by
Bill Johnston, this magnificent par-71 course has garnered many honors and has been consistently voted one of the top 25 golf courses in the state of Arizona.
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Low: $49 High: $149
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Designed by
David Graham and
Gary Panks, with two challenging 18-hole courses and spectacular views, they chose to keep the natural contours of the land. The result is a golf experience in harmony with its setting. These courses respect both the beauty of the desert and the ability of the golfer. Both courses have been honored with national awards for their scenic charm and playability.
Low: $60 High: $180
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Bill Coore and
Ben Crenshaw, as a design team, have created the magic of Talking Stick Golf Club. Located on and owned by the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, the North and South courses offer many options for golfers of all skill levels. From links style adventure through the grasslands and ingenious bunkering on the North Course to a traditional style of play on the tree-lined fairways of the South Course, both provide a serene yet challenging, memorable day of play.
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Set in the Sonoran Desert and surrounded by the majestic McDowell Mountains, TPC Scottsdale, a PGA TOUR Facility, embodies the standards of excellence in golf operations world wide.
STADIUM:
Designed by the team of Tom Weiskopf and Jay Morrish, and built in 1986, it hosted its first FBR Open in 1987. The FBR Open has now become the largest attended golf event in the world. This brings immeasurable attention and respect to the Stadium Course which has won numerous awards. more...
Low: $73 High: $272
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CHAMPION:
Rivaling its famous sister course in both beauty and playability, the brilliantly crafted Randy Heckenkemper designed Champions Course offers the consummate desert golf experience. more...
Low: $72 High: $130
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Tall native grasses. Breathtaking desert vistas. Blue skies that stretch forever. Trilogy Golf Club at Vistancia is not simply a new golf course; it's a new golf experience.
Crafted by renowned golf course architect
Gary Panks, the championship design at Trilogy draws upon distinctive land features and a backdrop of stunning scenery.
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Low: $59 High: $129
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Troon North Golf Club stands as the hallmark of the desert golf experience, stretching through the natural ravines and foothills in the high Sonoran desert. The challenge, visual sensation, and special ambiance of Troon North sets the standards by which all others are measured and the immaculately groomed golf course and exceptional level of customer service create the renowned Troon Golf Experience.
Low: $90 High: $295
MONUMENT:
Designed by
Tom Weiskopf and Jay Moorish
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Designed in 1959 by renowned golf course architect
Robert "Red" Lawrence, the original 18 hole course stood as the most desirable in the Southwest, and was where many of the scenes of Kevin Costner's 1996 golf movie Tin Cup was filmed.
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Low: $39 High: $109
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Designed by noted Arizona golf course architect
Ken Kavanaugh, 18 holes of what will ultimately be a 27 hole facility have been completed. Aside from the outstanding "vistas" from every hole, Ken has created a golf course reminiscent of famed Pinehurst #2 with fun greens which fall off to surrounding chipping areas.
Low: $160 High: $160
Designed by
Scott Miller, the
Cholla Course has garnered countless honors and has quickly become recognized as the reference course for quintessential desert golf.
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Low: $75 High: $210
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Saguaro, the newest of the two, is designed by Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw. It is a desert golf experience unlike any other. Integrating design elements not commonly found in the desert, the course is built for walking and has more in common with older, more traditional courses where greens are close to tees.
Low: $75 High: $210
The Gila River Indian Community has woven championship golf with its rich cultural heritage to create Whirlwind Golf Club. Whirlwind Golf Club offers 36 holes... designed by
Gary Panks
CATTAIL:
While the Devil's Claw features elevation changes, the Cattail derives its design challenges in the opposite direction, as deep canyons and pristine lakes dictate the design.
Low: $60 High: $165
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DEVIL'S CLAW:
Reflects the plant palette indigenous to the Gila River - Mesquite, Saguaro, Palo Verde, and Cottonwood blend with native grasses to recreate the Gila River as it was when the waters still flowed on the reservation. It's design is dominated by gradual elevation changes.
Low: $60 High: $165
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FALDO:
Nick Faldo has brought an Australian flavor to the desert of Scottsdale with this new design. 106 sand bunkers guard the generous fairways and large greens. Although situated in a desert setting, this course doesn't play like a typical desert course. This is the most imaginative new design of recent years.
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Low: $69 High: $205
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PALMER:
This
Palmer Signature course delivers a target golf experience, while the expansive fairways allow the golfer to remain in play even on errant shots. The Arnold Palmer personality shines through with his sweeping fairways and many risk/reward opportunities.
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