Scottsdale, Arizona is a golfer’s paradise. With stunning desert landscapes, world-class courses, and nearly perfect weather most of the year, it’s no wonder golf enthusiasts from around the world flock here. Whether you’re planning a casual round with friends or a full-blown golf trip, knowing the best courses—and the best way to get there—can make all the difference.
We’ve highlighted some of the top most popular courses around, but Arizona is home to so much more. We can
We-Ko-Pa Golf Club
Nestled in the breathtaking Sonoran Desert, We-Ko-Pa Golf Club is a must-visit for golf enthusiasts. Located on the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, this award-winning club features two stunning courses—Cholla and Saguaro. Both are designed to blend seamlessly with the natural desert landscape.
With panoramic mountain views, We-Ko-Pa provides a serene yet challenging golf experience. The resort’s top-tier amenities, outstanding course conditions, and commitment to showcasing Arizona’s natural beauty make it a top choice for both locals and visitors.
TPC Scottsdale
Home to the legendary WM Phoenix Open, TPC Scottsdale is one of Arizona’s most famous golf destinations. TPC offers two distinct courses—the Stadium Course and the Champions Course. Designed for both PGA Tour professionals and everyday golfers, TPC Scottsdale delivers an unforgettable golf experience with immaculate course conditions and scenic landscapes.
The Stadium Course, is best known for its electrifying 16th hole, a fully enclosed par-3 where thousands of fans create one of the most exciting atmospheres in golf. Beyond the tournament spotlight, the course features wide fairways, dramatic bunkering, and risk-reward holes, making it a bucket-list course for any golfer.
The Champions Course, offers a challenging yet more forgiving layout with elevation changes, natural desert beauty, and strategic water hazards. Designed to complement the Stadium Course, it provides an exceptional round for golfers of all skill levels while maintaining TPC Scottsdale’s signature course conditions.
Troon North Golf Club
Regarded as one of the premier golf destinations in Scottsdale, Troon North Golf Club delivers an unparalleled desert golf experience. Featuring two award-winning courses, Pinnacle and Monument, Troon North is known for its stunning scenery, challenging yet playable layouts, and immaculate course conditions. Both courses wind through the breathtaking Sonoran Desert. Each course offers dramatic elevation changes, rugged rock formations, and panoramic views of Pinnacle Peak.
The Monument Course, named after a striking boulder on the third hole, features generous fairways and challenging approach shots. The Pinnacle Course offers a more modern desert-style layout with tighter fairways and risk-reward opportunities.
Quintero Golf Club
Tucked away in the rugged foothills of Peoria, Arizona, Quintero Golf Club is a hidden gem offering one of the most scenic and challenging golf experiences in the Scottsdale area. This top-ranked course features a dramatic layout that seamlessly integrates with the natural desert terrain. Quintero provides golfers with breathtaking elevation changes, pristine fairways, and fast, undulating greens.
At Quintero, every hole presents a new challenge, from risk-reward par 5s to demanding par 3s set against stunning mountain backdrops. The course consistently ranks among the best public courses in Arizona, attracting golfers looking for a pure, high-end golf experience.
Boulders Golf Club
Set against the backdrop of towering boulder formations, The Boulders Golf Club is one of Scottsdale’s most visually striking and highly acclaimed golf destinations. The Boulders features two courses, the North and South Courses. Each course offers a challenging yet scenic round of golf surrounded by massive rock formations and rolling fairways.
The North Course is known for its sweeping elevation changes and dramatic rock outcroppings. The South Course provides a more intimate and strategic layout, weaving through ancient saguaros and rugged desert terrain. Both courses are meticulously maintained, offering some of the best playing conditions in Arizona.
Mountain Shadows Golf Club
For golfers looking for a fun, fast, and scenic round, Mountain Shadows Golf Course offers one of the most unique golf experiences in the Scottsdale area. Nestled at the base of Camelback Mountain in Paradise Valley, this par-3 course combines breathtaking views, strategic hole designs, and an enjoyable pace of play, making it perfect for golfers of all skill levels.
The course features 18 distinct par-3 holes, each offering a mix of elevation changes, bunkering, and undulating greens. Despite its shorter layout, Mountain Shadows provides plenty of shot-making challenges while remaining an approachable and quick round.
Grayhawk Golf Club
Nestled in the Sonoran Desert, Grayhawk Golf Club offers two top-rated championship courses—the Raptor Course and the Talon Course—both providing a high-caliber golf experience with breathtaking scenery and tournament-level conditions. The Raptor Course, is a challenging yet fair layout, featuring wide fairways, deep bunkers, and undulating greens that have hosted PGA Tour and NCAA Championships. The Talon Course showcases elevation changes, steep drop-offs, and stunning views of the McDowell Mountains.
Luxury Golf Transportation
Once you’ve picked your courses, the next step is figuring out how to get there. If you’re local, you might be used to driving yourself—but for groups, special occasions, or out-of-town visitors, having professional transportation can take the experience up a notch. Our professional chauffeurs will get your group promptly to the course so you won’t miss your tee time.
Private Transfers vs. Hourly Charters
Depending on your plans, you have two great options for getting to the course:
Private Transfers
- Ideal for one-way trips to and from the course.
- Direct trips at set times – for example a 7AM with a 4PM return.
- Courses within the central Phoenix / Scottsdale area are at a standard transfer rate
- TPC, Grayhawk, Troon North, etc.
- Additional travel may apply for transfers to courses outside of our central area
- Quintero, Dinosaur Mountain, Golf Club of Estrella, etc.
Hourly Charters
- Perfect for larger groups, corporate outings, or bachelor trips for multiple shuttle trips and all-day access to the vehicle
- Provides flexibility if you’re playing multiple courses or planning post-round drinks and dinner
- No stress about parking or coordinating rides—your driver is on standby
Luxury Vehicle Options for Your Golf Outing
Depending on the size of your group, there are plenty of great vehicle choices:
- Executive Sprinter Vans – Ideal for small groups that need extra space for clubs.
- Limos & Party Buses – Perfect for bachelor parties, corporate outings, or celebratory golf trips.
- Mini Coaches & Shuttles – The best choice for large golf groups or tournaments.
Beyond the Green
A Scottsdale golf trip isn’t just about the fairways—it’s also about unwinding and exploring the city. After your round, turn your return transfer into an hourly charter and head to Old Town Scottsdale for a lively bar crawl. Or head out to Cave Creek to visit the iconic Buffalo Chip Saloon. If you’re craving a top-tier dining experience, check out one of Scottsdale’s best restaurants. Dominick’s Steakhouse, Mastro’s, or Ocean 44 are perfect for a post-golf feast. For a more lively outing, stop by a local casino or two. Or for those golf fanatics, head to Top Golf for dinner, drinks, and more golfing fun. Scottsdale offers plenty of ways to entertain after the golfing is over.
How to Book
Whether you’re a Scottsdale regular or visiting for the first time, Scottsdale offers some of the best golf courses in Arizona. For your best friend’s bachelor party or your annual guys’ trip, let us handle the transportation logistics. Fridays and Saturdays sell out very quickly, so it’s recommended you reserve your transportation needs in advance. A 25% non-refundable deposit blocks your vehicle of choice off the schedule. Then the remaining balance is charged to the card on file 10 days prior to your trip.
We can help check availability by phone or text at 480-613-5499. Or you can reach out on live chat and we’ll provide a custom quote.
