Home to more than 185 golf courses, Phoenix and its surrounding environs present abundant offerings framed by desert terrain, crystal-blue skies and idyllic, year-round weather. From championship courses hosting LPGA and PGA events, to myriad public and municipal facilities, Phoenix, Arizona, is truly a golfer's paradise, appealing to all caliber of players. With the Sky Harbor Airport just east of downtown, many of the state's most acclaimed courses are located within a few minutes of the airport, while others dot the countryside from Scottsdale to Tempe.
Metro Phoenix
The metro Phoenix area unveils many established golf courses boasting beautiful landscaping and rich histories. Showcasing expansive views of Squaw Peak, the distinguished Arizona Biltmore Country Club presents a challenging 36-hole design. Founded in 1899, the Phoenix Country Club hosts the Goldwater Women's Classic, while the Papago Golf Course has been redesigned to reveal championship yardage and strategic bunkers.
Arizona Biltmore
2400 E. Missouri Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 955-6600
arizonabiltmore.com
Scottsdale
The thriving area of Scottsdale near Phoenix provides abundant golf offerings highlighted by the acclaimed Phoenician, featuring a 27-hole championship course. One of the state's original gems, the Camelback Golf Club unveils two championship 18-hole courses, while the McCormick Ranch Golf Club offers two courses including the challenging Palm Course, featuring 10 water holes and plentiful palm trees. The Talking Stick Golf Club was recently ranked number one in the state by Golfweek magazine.
McCormick Ranch Golf Club
7505 E. McCormick Parkway
Scottsdale, AZ
(480) 948-0260
mccormickranchgolf.com
Glendale
Touting itself as Arizona's best executive golf course, the Bellair Golf Club in Glendale is home to many leagues and corporate tournaments. Offering a family-friendly environment, the Desert Mirage Golf Course features a golf academy and advanced junior programs. The Arrowhead Country Club features an Arnold Palmer-designed 18-hole course, while the Glen Lakes Golf Course presents a nine-hole public course perfect for beginners.
Bellair Golf Club
17233 N. 45th Ave.
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 978-0330
bellairgolf.com
Tempe
Located in Tempe, the AllGolf at Rio Salado Golf Club presents nine-hole offerings ideal for every level of golfer. A nine-hole oasis in the heart of Tempe, the Shalimar Country Club, features programs for all ages, while the ASU Karsten Golf Course boasts one of the strongest collegiate programs in the nation.
Rio Salado Golf Club
1490 Weber Road
Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 990-1233
allgolf.com
About The Author
Karen Sprinkles has been a freelance writer since 1988. She's currently the managing editor of a luxury home magazine and has written for regional newspapers and magazines. Sprinkles received the Award of Excellence from the Hawaii Book Publishers Association for "The Hawaii Home Book," which reached No. 1 on the Hawaii bestsellers list. She earned a bachelor's degree in English from the University of California.
