Scottsdale's Top Public Golf Courses
From Troon North and Grayhawk to We-Ko-Pa and Quintero, we break down Scottsdale's best golf courses based on value, scenery, difficulty, course conditions, and overall experience.
The 3 Courses Every Scottsdale Golfer Should Play
These are the courses we recommend most often to visiting golfers. Each offers a unique Scottsdale golf experience, from dramatic desert scenery to championship-caliber layouts and unforgettable views.
Troon North (Monument)
Grayhawk (Talon)
We-Ko-Pa (Saguaro)
The gold standard of desert target golf. Expect massive granite boulders, dramatic elevation shifts, and demanding forced carries across pristine washes.
A pure golf experience with zero residential development. Wide, rolling fairways follow the natural desert contours, offering a highly playable yet scenic round.
Delivering a true Sonoran Desert golf experience with dramatic scenery, strategic shot values, and unforgettable signature holes. Talon features pristine conditions, mountain views, the iconic suspended-bridge 11th hole, and a picturesque island-green par-3 at 17.
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE
Scottsdale Golf Trip Planning Made Simple
From booking tee times and selecting courses to choosing the right area to stay, we help golfers avoid common mistakes and maximize every Scottsdale golf getaway.
Most golf groups book accommodations first. We recommend choosing your courses first, then selecting lodging nearby to minimize driving time.
Find the Perfect Golf Vacation Rental
The right rental can make or break a golf trip. Discover Scottsdale vacation homes featuring putting greens, golf simulators, heated pools, outdoor entertainment spaces, and convenient access to the area's top golf courses.