via Google1🏆 7 award winnersScottsdale
Nearest metro: Phoenix (PHX)
Editorial writeup coming in the next pass.
39 courses·$$$·$1,485/golfer
Marquee: We-Ko-Pa: Saguaro Course
4 destinations · 32 catalog courses · 12 nationally ranked
Best Golf Courses in Arizona
Arizona carries 4 destinations in Scramble's catalog covering 32 independently researched courses, with the strongest trip-planning anchors ranked below. Pricing, weather, and primary airports are all real, pulled from the catalog at build time.
Every Arizona destination, ranked
Sorted by national-ranking depth, then catalog course count.
| # | Destination | Nearest airport | Courses | Peak greens fee | Price band |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scottsdale | PHX (Phoenix) | 5 must-play / 39 total | $140–$575 | $$$ |
| 2 | Tucson | TUS (Tucson) | 3 must-play / 13 total | $115–$275 | $$$ |
| 3 | Sedona | FLG (Flagstaff) | 2 must-play / 9 total | $55–$185 | $$ |
| 4 | Lake Havasu | – | 3 must-play / 5 total | $25–$129 | $$ |
Where is the best golf in Arizona?
Grayhawk: Raptor Course at Scottsdale is the strongest catalog course in Arizona, earning NCAA Division I Men's and Women's Championship Host (2021-23) on national rankings. Arizona carries 12 nationally ranked courses in Scramble's catalog overall, so the choice between them depends on what trip you're planning.
The Arizona destination lineup
Phoenix Metro
via Google1🏆 7 award winnersSouthern Arizona
via Google2🏆 4 award winnersTucson
Nearest metro: Tucson (TUS)
Editorial writeup coming in the next pass.
13 courses·$$$·$1,390/golfer
Marquee: Loews Ventana Canyon - Mountain Course
Northern Arizona
via Google3🏆 1 award winnerSedona
Nearest metro: Flagstaff (FLG)
Editorial writeup coming in the next pass.
9 courses·$$·$1,259/golfer
Marquee: Sedona Golf Resort
via Google4Lake Havasu
Drive-in destination
Editorial writeup coming in the next pass.
5 courses·$$·$1,088/golfer
Marquee: Lake Havasu Golf Club
When to plan a Arizona golf trip
The strongest months for golf in Arizona are Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, based on 20-year playability scores combining temperature and precipitation across the state's destinations. Tee-time inventory and rate stacking both tighten as those windows fill; book early in your preferred month rather than late, especially for the marquee courses.
Frequently asked questions about golf in Arizona
Is Arizona a good state for a golf trip?
Yes, decisively. Arizona has 4 destinations in Scramble's catalog covering 32 independently researched courses, including 12 courses ranked on national best-of lists. Scottsdale anchors the state catalog, with neighboring destinations rounding out a long-weekend or full-week itinerary depending on group size.
How much does a Arizona golf trip cost?
A 3-round, 4-golfer trip to Arizona runs about $1,390 per person on average across the state's 4 destinations, with mid-range ($$) lodging. The cheaper destinations come in around $1,088 per person; the pricier resort markets push toward $1,485. Flights are excluded since they depend on your home airport. Use the trip calculator on any destination's page to lock in the actual number for your group.
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This page ranks every Arizona destination in Scramble's catalog by national-ranking depth, must-play course count, and total catalog course count, with editorial overrides where the auto-rank misses something. Trip cost is computed by sample-planning a 3-round, 4-golfer trip at mid-range ($$) lodging for each destination. Weather scores combine 20-year temperature and precipitation data.
Published June 2026. Updated when the data or Scramble’s recommendations change.