Top Valley Courses

Top Bucket-List Courses
  • Troon North - 36 holes

  • Grayhawk - 36 holes

  • We-Ko-Pa -36 holes

  • Quintero

  • TPC Scottsdale - 36 holes

  • Boulders - 36 holes

Best for Golf Groups

  • Talking Stick - 36 holes

  • The Phoenician

  • McDowell Mountain

  • Eagle Mountain

  • Kierland - 27 holes

Best Value / Fun Rounds
  • Lookout Mountain
  • Arizona Biltmore - 36 holes

  • Papago

  • SunRidge Canyon

  • 500 Club

Unique Experiences

  • Las Sendas

  • Grass Clippings at Rolling Hills (night golf)

Troon North (Monument & Pinnacle)

Scottsdale's most iconic 36-hole facility, Troon North offers two exceptional desert layouts. Monument is known for its dramatic boulder formations and classic desert golf experience, while Pinnacle delivers slightly wider landing areas and a more player-friendly round without sacrificing scenery.

Grayhawk (Raptor & Talon)

Grayhawk features two championship-caliber courses that consistently rank among Scottsdale's best. Raptor is the more polished tournament-style layout with pristine conditions and strategic bunkering, while Talon offers a more dramatic desert feel with elevation changes and memorable risk-reward holes. After the round, golfers can relax at Phil's Grill or enjoy drinks and views from Isabella's Kitchen, making Grayhawk one of Scottsdale's premier all-day golf destinations.

We-Ko-Pa (Saguaro & Cholla)

One of Arizona's premier golf destinations, We-Ko-Pa offers two distinctly different experiences with no homes lining either course. Saguaro is a walkable, minimalist design featuring wide fairways and firm conditions, while Cholla delivers a more traditional desert golf challenge with dramatic elevation changes and target-style shotmaking.

Quintero

Frequently ranked among the top public courses in Arizona, Quintero combines breathtaking mountain scenery, dramatic elevation changes, and immaculate conditioning. Every hole feels isolated from the outside world, creating a true destination golf experience.

Talking Stick (O'odham & Piipaash)

Located next to their casino & minutes from Old Town Scottsdale, Talking Stick features two player-friendly courses ideal for golf trips. O'odham is a wide-open desert links-style layout, while Piipaash incorporates more trees, water, and strategic shot values. Both offer excellent pace of play and outstanding value.

The Phoenician

A resort-style golf experience featuring luxurious amenities, outstanding service, and a forgiving layout that accommodates players of all abilities. Nestled at the base of iconic Camelback Mountain, the course offers beautiful scenery, excellent conditioning, and one of Scottsdale's most memorable resort golf settings.

McDowell Mountain

Often overlooked by visiting golfers, McDowell Mountain is one of Scottsdale's best values. Wide fairways, forgiving landing areas, and spectacular mountain views make it a favorite for buddy trips and mixed-ability groups. The course strikes an excellent balance between challenge and playability, allowing golfers to enjoy a true Scottsdale desert golf experience without the intimidating difficulty or green fees found at some of the area's more famous destinations.

Eagle Mountain

A Scottsdale favorite known for dramatic elevation changes, incredible views, and one of the strongest finishing stretches in the Valley.

Kierland

One of the area's most entertaining resort courses, Kierland combines great conditions, approachable golf, and a fun atmosphere perfect for buddy trips and corporate outings.

TPC Scottsdale (Stadium & Champions)

TPC Scottsdale offers two courses and a chance to walk in the footsteps of PGA Tour professionals. The Stadium Course is home to the WM Phoenix Open and the famous par-3 16th hole, while Champions provides a more affordable and forgiving option. After the round, golfers can enjoy food, drinks, and sports betting action at the adjacent DraftKings Sportsbook, one of Scottsdale's most popular 19th-hole destinations.

Lookout Mountain

A longtime Phoenix favorite, Lookout Mountain combines dramatic elevation changes, sweeping desert views, and a fun layout that rewards smart course management. Nestled against the North Mountain Preserve, the course offers a secluded desert golf feel, memorable tee shots, and excellent value compared to many Scottsdale resort courses.

Arizona Biltmore (Adobe & Links)

Recently renovated, Arizona Biltmore features two distinct courses that offer excellent value and central Phoenix convenience. Adobe provides a traditional resort-style experience with generous fairways and mountain views, while Links delivers a firmer, more strategic layout inspired by classic links golf. The experience extends beyond the course with the historic Adobe Bar & Grille, one of Arizona's most iconic 19th holes for post-round food, cocktails, and mountain views.

Papago

Home to Arizona State University's golf teams, Papago offers excellent conditioning, strategic design, and outstanding value just minutes from Old Town Scottsdale.

SunRidge Canyon

A scenic desert layout famous for its challenging closing stretch known as "The Wicked Six." One of Scottsdale's best hidden gems.

500 Club

A relaxed and affordable desert course that delivers solid conditions and enjoyable golf without the premium Scottsdale resort price tag.

Grass Clippings at Rolling Hills

The only fully lit 18-hole night golf course in Arizona, Grass Clippings delivers a fun, social atmosphere that's perfect for evening rounds and golf trips looking for something different.

Las Sendas

Perched high above the Valley in northeast Mesa, Las Sendas delivers dramatic elevation changes, panoramic city views, and one of the purest target-golf experiences in Arizona. Precision is rewarded throughout the round as golfers navigate desert carries, strategic landing areas, and memorable risk-reward holes that make every shot count.

The Boulders (North & South)

The Boulders delivers one of the most iconic desert golf experiences in Arizona. Both the North and South courses wind through massive granite boulder formations and pristine Sonoran Desert terrain, offering scenery unlike anything else in Scottsdale. The golf is excellent, but it's the unforgettable setting that keeps golfers coming back year after year.