Arizona

Arizona’s 354 golf courses make it one of America’s elite golf destinations, anchored by Scottsdale — a city that has more golf courses per square mile than almost anywhere else in the country and a winter golf economy that draws hundreds of thousands of visitors annually. The desert Southwest landscape, with its saguaro cacti, mountain backdrops, and year-round sunshine from October through May, creates a playing environment that is genuinely unlike any other in American golf. Arizona’s courses run the full spectrum from national championship venues to accessible daily-fee tracks where winter rates can fall below $50.

The Phoenix-Scottsdale metro accounts for the majority of Arizona’s course inventory and its national reputation. Tucson offers a quieter alternative with several distinguished designs. Sedona’s red rock country has developed a boutique golf identity, and Flagstaff, at 7,000 feet, offers a dramatically cooler mountain alternative to the desert heat. The PGA Tour visits Scottsdale every February for the Phoenix Open at TPC Scottsdale — the most-attended event in professional golf, drawing 700,000+ fans over the week.

Arizona Golf by Region

Scottsdale / Phoenix Metro

The Scottsdale-Phoenix corridor is one of America’s top golf destinations — a dense concentration of resort tracks, private clubs, and public courses spanning 30+ miles of desert. TPC Scottsdale’s Stadium Course (host of the annual Phoenix Open) is the most-visited public championship venue in the metro. Grayhawk Golf Club runs two championship courses (Raptor and Talon) as a fully public facility — rare for Scottsdale quality. Troon North’s Monument and Pinnacle courses are among Arizona’s most celebrated public-access resort layouts, threading through dramatic boulders and desert washes.

Tucson

Tucson’s golf scene is smaller and more understated than Phoenix, attracting golfers who want desert course quality without Scottsdale prices. Randolph North Golf Course is the city’s public municipal anchor. The Golf Club at Vistoso and SaddleBrooke Ranch Golf Club are highly rated semi-private options in the foothills. Tucson winter rates tend to run 20–40% below comparable Scottsdale tracks.

Sedona / Flagstaff

Seven Canyons Golf Club in Sedona is a Tom Weiskopf private design carved through red rock canyons — widely considered one of Arizona’s finest private courses and one of the most visually dramatic in the United States. Sedona also has Oak Creek Country Club, a semi-private option. Flagstaff’s Elephant Rocks Golf Course and Elden Hills Golf Course serve a high-altitude (7,000 feet) market with cool summers as a genuine alternative to the desert heat.

Top Courses in Arizona

• TPC Scottsdale — Stadium Course (Scottsdale) — Annual host of the PGA Tour’s Phoenix Open; most-attended professional golf event in the world. Public resort; green fees ~$75–$250 (seasonal).
• Grayhawk Golf Club — Raptor Course (Scottsdale) — Fully public championship layout consistently ranked among Arizona’s top accessible courses. Green fees ~$60–$175.
• Troon North — Monument Course (Scottsdale) — Tom Weiskopf/Jay Morrish design through boulder-studded Sonoran Desert terrain. Resort; green fees ~$75–$250.
• We-Ko-Pa Golf Club — Cholla Course (Fort McDowell) — Public course on Yavapai Nation land; consistently ranked among Arizona’s top public layouts. Green fees ~$60–$175.
• Whisper Rock Golf Club (Scottsdale) — Private; split into two 18-hole courses; one of the most exclusive facilities in the Scottsdale market.
• Boulders Golf Club (Carefree) — Resort; two 18-hole Jay Morrish designs threading through ancient granite boulder formations; iconic Scottsdale resort setting. Green fees ~$100–$250.
• Karsten Golf Course (Tempe) — Arizona State University’s public course; Pete Dye design; exceptional value for an on-campus championship layout. Green fees ~$30–$65.
• Seven Canyons Golf Club (Sedona) — Private; Tom Weiskopf design through red rock canyon terrain; consistently cited as one of America’s most visually spectacular courses.

When to Play Golf in Arizona

Arizona golf is best from October through May, with the absolute peak window in February, March, and April — mild temperatures (70–85°F), vibrant desert wildflowers, and courses in top condition. November through January is excellent for a quieter, often less expensive alternative to the spring peak. Summer (June–September) brings extreme heat to the Phoenix and Tucson valleys — 105–115°F daytime highs make golf impractical except before 7am. Flagstaff (7,000 feet) is the exception — summers run 75–85°F and remain playable. Arizona courses see heavy booking February through April, so winter advance reservations at top Scottsdale resorts are essential.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many golf courses are in Arizona?

Arizona has 354 golf courses in our database, with the largest concentration in the Scottsdale-Phoenix metro area. Tucson, Sedona, and Flagstaff each have smaller clusters. Arizona is one of America’s top five golf destinations by total visitor golf rounds played annually.

What is the best golf course in Arizona?

Whisper Rock Golf Club and Seven Canyons Golf Club are consistently cited as Arizona’s finest private courses. For public access, TPC Scottsdale’s Stadium Course, Troon North’s Monument Course, and We-Ko-Pa Cholla are among the state’s highest-ranked daily-fee layouts. Pebble Beach aside, Scottsdale offers the country’s densest concentration of world-class public resort golf.

When is the best time to golf in Arizona?

February through April for peak conditions. October–December for a quieter, value alternative. Avoid June through September in the desert valleys — the heat is genuinely dangerous. Flagstaff is the exception and plays well June–September.

How much does golf cost in Arizona?

Budget Arizona public courses run $20–$50; quality daily-fee tracks charge $50–$100; Scottsdale resort courses peak at $150–$250 during February–April; and summer/fall rates drop to $40–$80 at those same courses. Tucson runs 20–30% below Scottsdale for comparable quality. Winter shoulder rates (November–January) offer the best value at top-tier tracks.

All Golf Courses in Arizona

Browse all 354 Arizona golf courses in our database below, including green fees, location, and course details.