Our Picks for The 10 Best Golf courses in Arizona
1. Saguaro Course at We-Ko-Pa Golf Club
Address: 18200 East Toh Vee Circle, Fort McDowell, Arizona 85264, Maricopa County
Type of field: Desert
Course access: Public
Length of play: 18-hole course
Slope index: 137
Course Rating: 72
Total par (men’s tees): 71
Total yardage (men’s tees): 6,966
Scorecard: Link
Originally opened in 1977 as 9-hole course and later expanded to 18-hole layout. The golf course embraces the natural beauty of the area which is situated in the Matanuska-Susitna Valley.
2. Desert Forest Golf Club
Address: 37207 N. Mule Train Road, Carefree, Arizona 85377, USA
Type of field: Desert
Course access: Public
Length of play: 18-hole course
Slope index: 149
Course Rating: 73.8
Total par (men’s tees): 72
Total yardage (men’s tees): 7,011
Scorecard: Link
Designed by Bill Newcomb and first opened for play in 1987. This course usually gets busy during the summer months especially at the weekend. Golfers would truly enjoy their golf experience because of its overlooking view.
3. The Silverleaf Golf Club
Address: 18701 N Silverleaf Dr, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255, Maricopa County
Type of field: Desert
Course access: Private
Length of play: 18-hole course
Slope index: 149
Course Rating: 74.7
Total par (men’s tees): 72
Total yardage (men’s tees): 7,322
Scorecard: Link
Golf Digest’s “Best in State” and Golfweek’s “Best Places you can Play”. It offers a fun and friendly atmosphere for all types of golfers. Built in the year 2000 and designed by Mark Miller and Nelson & Haworth.
4. Desert Mountain Golf Club (Chiricahua)
Address: 37700 N Desert Mountain Pkwy, Scottsdale, AZ 85262, United States
Type of field: Desert
Course access: Private
Length of play: 18-hole course
Slope index: 154
Course Rating: 76.1
Total par (men’s tees): 72
Total yardage (men’s tees): 7,424
Scorecard: Link
Remarkably built in 1993, designed by Jack Stallings & Hawley R. Evans. North Star Golf Course offers terrific views and challenging play for golfers at every skill level.
5. Desert Highlands
Address: 10040 E Happy Valley Rd, Scottsdale, Arizona 85255, Maricopa County
Type of field: Desert
Course access: Public
Length of play: 18-hole course
Slope index: 149
Course Rating: 73.7
Total par (men’s tees): 72
Total yardage (men’s tees): 7,108
Scorecard: Link
Designed by William Overdorf, the Palmer golf course opened in 1990. George Collum manages the course as the Director of Golf. Also described as one of the most scenic places to play golf in the world.
6. Whisper Rock Golf Club – Upper Course
Address: 3200 N Old Bridge Rd, Scottsdale, Arizona 85262, Maricopa County
Type of field: Desert
Course access: Private
Length of play: 18-hole course
Slope index: 140
Course Rating: 73.6
Total par (men’s tees): 72
Total yardage (men’s tees): 7,550
Scorecard: Link
Surrounded by beautiful views of two active volcanoes. This 9 hole course was built in 1973, designed by Tom Smith & Charlie Foster.
7. Whisper Rock (Lower)
Address: 3200 N Old Bridge Rd, Scottsdale, Arizona 85262, Maricopa County
Type of field: Desert
Course access: Private
Length of play: 18-hole course
Slope index: 147
Course Rating: 75
Total par (men’s tees): 72
Total yardage (men’s tees): 7,359
Scorecard: Link
This links-like course was built right on top of the Alaskan tundra with little-to-no top soil. Enjoy the calmness of the environment, fresh mountain air, and astonishing panoramic scenery. This golf course was built in 2005.
8. Estancia Club
Address: 27998 N. 99th Place, Scottsdale, Arizona (AZ) 85262, USA
Type of field: Desert
Course access: Private
Length of play: 18-hole course
Slope index: 137
Course Rating: 73.7
Total par (men’s tees): 72
Total yardage (men’s tees): 7,146
Scorecard: Link
This 18-hole golf course was built in 1942 and designed by the Michigan-based architect Jerry Matthews. Also known as the ” Farthest North Military Course” in the United States. Nested between the east end of Fort Wainwright airfield and the Chena Bend River, with several holes running along the river.
9. Stone Canyon Club
Address: 14320 N. Hohokam Village Place, Oro Valley, AZ 85755
Type of field: Desert
Course access: Private
Length of play: 18-hole course
Slope index: 135
Course Rating: 72
Total par (men’s tees): 72
Total yardage (men’s tees): 6,704
Scorecard: Link
Kenai golf course opened in 1986. The only full-service 18 hole course on the Kenai Peninsula. With driving range and other practice facilities you can enjoy. Designed by Dick Morgan, M. Davis, and R. Collins.
10. Forest Highlands Golf Club (Canyon)
Address: 2425 William Palmer, Flagstaff, Arizona (AZ) 86005, USA
Type of field: Parkland
Course access: Private
Length of play: 18-hole course
Slope index: 133
Course Rating: 72.8
Total par (men’s tees): 71
Total yardage (men’s tees): 7,007
Scorecard: Link
One of the most unique settings to tee it up and makes for the perfect Alaskan experience. The course first opened for public play in 1986. The course was designed by Dave Schoar.
