by Kellea Croft

Created on: May 28, 2008   Last Updated: June 05, 2008

The golfing world like none other that you have experienced is in Scottsdale, Arizona has a unique setting for you in their Sonoran Desert. They have picturesque mountain settings, desert flora and even an eco-friendly course for a natural layout of terrain for you to choose from. Take a pick from over 200 courses in Scottsdale and surrounding towns for a golfing holiday you will never forget.

This area is also host to two PGA Tour events with the FBR open at TCP Scottsdale and Fry.com Open at Grayhawk Golf Club. Quality instructors are at most clubs to aid in your handicaps and getting the right equipment for the game is easy with Hot Stix Gold locations at Legend Trail Golf Club and Grayhawk Golf Club.

1. Sanctuary Golf Course at Westwork on Sheena Drive is a public course with a natural alternative. It is a Par 71 course of wetlands and cacti choices atmosphere with family packages and children's classes.

2. Grayhawk Golf Club on E. Thompson Peak Parkway is a public club with two Par 72 courses, the Talon and the Raptor. A wonderful desert flora with mountain backdrop that will have you looking at more than your stroke count.

3. Legend Trail Golf Club on E. Legendary Lane is a public club with a Par 72 course that is great for any level player. The view of Pinnacle Peak, water features and perfectly manicured greens are a treat for all senses. Golf Magazine has them listed in their Top 100 facilities, they are #7 for best public places in Arizona and received 4 stars from Golf Digest Magazine for 2002.

4. We-Ko-Pa Golf Club in nearby Ft. McDowell on E. Toh Vee Circle is rated #1 and #2 in Arizona for their two courses. It is a public facility with fantastic mountains vista views. Golf Week magazine named them #67 in America's modern courses.

5. Tournament Players Club Scottdale (TPC) on Hayden Road has the stadium and Champion courses. Featuring amazing water hazards and views of the McDowell Mountains your only problem will be deciding which course to do first.

6. Continental Golf Club on E. Osborn Road is a public club just blocks from Old Town Scottsdale and is enjoyable for all ages and skill levels. It is a Par 60 course that won the 2007 Arizona Republic's Best Inexpensive Golf Course award.

7. Troon North Golf Club on E. Dynamite Boulevard is a semi-private resort with the Mounument and Pennacle courses. It has a very unique desert design that is appealing for the game and the eyes.

8. Camelback Golf Club on N. Mockingbird Lane is a semi-private resort that is a demanding adventure. The 72 Par Padre and Indian Bend courses are set in parkland scenery that will give you the greatest challenges in our game.

9. Gainey Ranch Golf Club at the Hyatt Regency Resort & Spa is a private/resort facility with 9 holed courses of Arroyo, Dunes and Lakes. The waterfalls and ponds give a paradise feel to your game.

10. Talking Stick Golf Club on Indian Bend Road is a public facility owned by Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. The North course is a challenging Scottish-style bunkers while the South course has more traditional fairways.

Be sure to check out the unique and money saving golf packages available at www.scottsdalecvb.com for a vacation you will never forget and courses that will take a lifetime to play through.

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