A-Z Phoenix Golf

The greater Phoenix area is known as one of the world's top five golf destinations. The Phoenix Open is a top PGA event and the Standard Register PING LPGA Tour event draws champion women golfers to Phoenix. The Senior PGA Tour includes the Tradition at Desert Mountain as the first of its four major championships. Spectacular settings, and outstanding course designs offer the golfer some challenging decisions and plenty of choices. Among the many courses, here are some of particular note:

Phoenix Golf Courses

McCormick Ranch Golf Club - was selected by Golf Illustrated as one of America's Top 18 Water Holes.

Phantom Horse Golf Club - One of the top 100 Women-Friendly Golf courses in the country, says Golf for Women.

The Phoenician Golf Club - located on Camelback Mountain, was named by Golfweek as one of Arizona's Top 25 Golf Courses.

Pointe Golf Club at Lookout Mountain - Demanding elevations; complete pro services and shop; greens fees from $45 (summer) to $145 (winter). 1111 N. 7th Street. (602) 866-6356.

Pointe Golf Club - in the spectacular foothills of South Mountain. 7777 S. Pointe Parkway. (602) 431-6480.

Raven Gold Club at South Mountain in Arizona Golf Quarterly's 1998 Best of Golf Survey this course was voted Best Public High End Course, Best Public Greens, and Best Public Driving Range. It is one of the areas newer courses and a traditional links course.

TPC of Scottsdale
The Phoenix Open is played each year on the Stadium Course. 17020 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale. (602) 585-3600.

Troon North Golf Club - designed by Weiskopf-Moorish is another spectacular course.