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Scottsdale Community Golf Courses

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desert highlands golfWhether you are an accomplished golfer or a beginner still learning the ropes, Scottsdale is truly a mecca for the sport of golf.  While Scottsdale is host to world-renowned designer courses, there are also several public or community courses, perfect for all levels of players from the novice to the expert.  Here are some public courses to check out in Scottsdale:

  1. Phoenician Resort Golf Course—Canyon, Desert and Oasis Courses.  With 3 different 9 hole courses, the combinations of these Homer Flint and Ted Robinson Sr designed courses are endless.
  2. Scottsdale Silverado Golf Club—This 18-hole, par 70 course was developed in 2000 by the Gilmore-Graves Architectural Design Company.
  3. Talking Stick Golf Club—North Course and South Course.  These two courses were designed by Bill Core & Ben Crenshaw.  The Golf Club also features a 17,000-square foot driving range.
  4. TPC of Scottsdale—Champions Course and Stadium Course.  Home to the Waste Management Phoenix Open, these courses are also open to the public.  The Champions Course was designed by Randy Heckenkemper, while the Stadium Course was designed by Jay Morrish and Tom Weiskopf; both are par 71 courses.
  5. Camelback Golf Club—Padre Course and Ambiente Course.  The Padre Course was designed by Arthur Hills, and its 6,903-yard, par 72 design features some challenging water holes.  The Ambiente Course is a Jason Straka design, with 4 par 5 holes.
  6. Coronado Golf Course—This affordable (cash only) community golf course features a 9-hole course, as well as lighted driving range, putting and chipping greens.  Opened in 1966, this charming 1,850-yard, par 31 course is perfect for beginners!
  7. Grayhawk Golf Club—Raptor Course and Talon Course.  The Raptor Course features 7,090-yards, and this par 72 course was designed by Tom Fazio.  The Talon Course was designed by Gary Panks and David Graham, and this 6,973-yard course is also a 72 par course.
  8. Kierland Golf Club—Ironwood, Acacia and Mesquite Courses form 27 holes of golfing fun.  The Ironwood is a Scott Miller design with 3,539-yards and is a par 36 course.  Acacia is also a Scott Miller design, with 3,435 yards.  The Mesquite is 3,478-yards and is also a par 36 course.
  9. McCormick Ranch Golf Club—Palm Course and Pine Course feature 36 yards of golf play, all with gorgeous mountain views.  Both courses were created in 1972 by Desmond Muirhead.
  10. The Orange Tree Golf Club—This beautiful, tree-shaded course near Camelback Mountain was developed in the 1950s and features 18 holes in a par 72 course.

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Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Scottsdale

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It’s fair to say that people generally can be grouped into dog lovers and those who aren’t as fond as dogs.  For the former group, many people love to be able to bring their furry family members out to eat with them, to enjoy these social outings much as their owners do.  To that end, here are a few canine-friendly restaurants to check out in Scottsdale.

ice cream shopFirst, Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers (with locations in Grayhawk and Old Town Scottsdale) features outdoor patios perfect for Rover.   They have an extensive beer menu, naturally, and have many specials from happy hours to days when kids-eat-free, all updated on their website.

Another dog-friendly restaurant is AZ88, located in Old Town Scottsdale in their outdoor Civic Center park area.  People will enjoy the view from the patio, overlooking the green areas of the outdoor mall, and if there’s a jazz concert, even better!  Your canine companion will receive a fresh bowl of water, and plenty of attention from the wait staff.

For always healthy lunch and dinner options, dog lovers can also check out Flower Child, located near McCormick Ranch.  With its covered patios, complete with misters, and attentive wait staff who will bring Lassie a fresh bowl of water, and its consistently delicious food, Flower Child will keep everyone happy.

This restaurant OHSO Eatery & Distillery, has three locations in the Valley of the Sun.  With their outdoor patio, this eatery is one of the most pooch-friendly restaurants in Scottsdale.  Tables are outfitted with carabiner hooks for leashes, and wait staff will bring a bowl of fresh water and a bag of treats to your table, for Fido to enjoy.

In North Scottsdale, an interesting breakfast/brunch restaurant to check out is the Pinnacle Peak General Store with its soda fountain interior and generous outdoor dog-friendly patio complete with fountain and pretty views.  It’s also a one-stop shop thanks to its onsite post office, gift store and gas station.