El Conquistador – Canada Course

Basking in the view of Tucson’s most stunning mountainscapes, playing through saguaro capped hillsides surrounded by natural desert terrain, and enjoying the manicured fairways and dramatic scenery of El Conquistador – Canada Course would never be complete without a camera. The Canada course is situated across the street from the clubhouse and boasts its perfect vistas from any part of the place. Visiting this course would probably be the best golf vacation for any golf loving guest.

El Conquistador – Canada Course requires a wise selection of clubs. Golfers prefer this course because it demands more strategy, requiring them good use of every club. The 183-yard 8th hole overlooks the city and considered by many players as the toughest par 3 in Tucson. It is surrounded by desert on both left and right, and the green is guarded by a large bunker in front. The 10th hole kicks the players’ back nine off with a bang. The 453 yard par 4 has a desert wash down the whole right hand side and some precisely placed mesquite trees on the left which require golfers to hit a drive, both long and straight. The 533 yard 16th hole is a true risk and reward par 5. With enough confidence, players may attempt to carry the wash that cuts across the fairways 260 yards from the tee. There’s a lot of variety to a game at this course – with appreciable mounding, doglegs and elevation changes from the tee to the green. It has exactly the right elements for an unforgettable golf trip.

The El Conquistador – Canada Course measures over 6,800 yards from the Championship tees and over 5,000 yards from the forward tees. Bring out the camera – record while playing golf and take pictures of the wonderful views of the place. The tight, desert-lined fairways and smoothing greens of the Canada course make for a fantastic golf vacation experience.

El Conquistador – Conquistador Course

Tee off under the warm Arizona sun in the shadow of the spectacular Sta. Catalina mountains and the Tucson Valley. A keen golfer would be thrilled to discover what El Conquistador – Conquistador Course and why it is the largest and most popular golf resort in Tucson – and one of Arizona’s best. When planning for a retreat, El Conquistador is the ideal destination. Small houses are available for guests, with a spectacular view, and live bunnies and quails are everywhere. These cute animals fascinate the visitors which let them feel that they’re more on a zoo trip than a golf trip.

 El Conquistador – Conquistador Course offers 18 holes of the championship golf on three exceptional courses. Each hole of the course provides challenging play for golfers of different skill levels with course enhancements by Greg Nash, the original architect, to provide the highest quality of play throughout this Southwest golf resort. It has combined Tucson’s widest range of amenities and activities to enjoy not only golf but also tennis, fitness, kids programs, and dining in a picturesque setting. The course also features the perfect place to host golf tournaments. Competitive rates, world class food and superb services separate El Conquistador from any other golf trip experience in Tucson.

 Whether to play golf or just have a relaxing vacation, El Conquistador – Conquistador Course is the perfect destination. The course winds through numerous stands of mesquite trees, offering a park like feel in a desert landscape. El Conquistador is exceptionally playable with a lush feel. No wonder why it is named one of the top Arizona golf resorts in the Southwest. Overall, a golf vacation at this course is like going to the park, zoo, and golf area – all at the same time!

San Ignacio Golf Club

A golf club that’s rich in history, SanIgnacio Golf Club was once part of a parcel of land called San Ignacio de la Canoa that originally belonged to Mexico. However, in 1854, they sold it to the US, and later on became the home of a surprising Arthur Hills 18-hole championship golf course. So much for its origin, the course has lot more up its sleeve to give the visitors with a surprising golf vacation.

 Just 20 minutes south of Tucson in the heart of Green Valley, this par 71 facility built in 1989 provides a 5,200 to 6,704 yards of golf depending on the selected tees. Taking a golf trip to this course requires a sublime strategy. One superior feature is the visibility from tee to green. Golfers can be able to see everything they must encounter before they swing their clubs. The signature hole is the beautiful par five 13th . A memorable double dogleg will make your heart flutter when seen from its elevated tees. The course gives a series of challenges that no other course in greater Tucson area could offer that’s why many golfers consider San Ignacio Golf Club as the work of a genius.

 San Ignacio Golf Club is at 3,000 feet elevation offering a cooler temperature in the middle summer than other Tucson courses. And, as if the course and club setting are not enough, the Coyote Grill, which is the the Club’s restaurant, is one of the most popular dining spots in Green Valley. So when planning a surprising golf trip, better add San Ignacio to the top list and be amazed by its magical features and amenities.

Forty Niner Country Club

If Forty Niner Country Club could talk, the guests would probably hear many interesting stories about the Indians who lived here centuries ago. The club would probably tell how amusing its natural beauty is and would become more proud of the changes made. A golf trip to Forty Niner is also an opportunity to find many historic artifacts.

 Large mesquite, cottonwood, weeping willows, and eucalyptus trees line this relaxing northeast golf club. Not to mention the three lakes and astonishing mountain views which make an enjoyable course for all ages. Located in North East Tucson, Forty Niner Country Club is an older, upscale country club circled by very nice residential homes in a traditional peaceful country club setting – reminiscent of days gone by. Taking a golf vacation here brings every guest back to a slower, quieter and more peaceful time. Bringing a camera might be necessary to capture moments in this unique setting.

 The 18-hole Forty Niner Country Club plays 6,630 yards from the tips for a par of 72, a course rating of 71.3, and a slope of 124 on Bermuda grass. This William F. Bell-designed course, which opened for play in 1961, is mostly flat; it is more of a traditional course with elevated greens, gentle, and beautiful, as it winds through the wonderful elegant subdivision. Being accurate off the tee and shot placement are more important than distance especially when confronted by the dogleg holes. Be sure to bring families and friends for a golf trip to Forty Niner for the course – the place is best enjoyed with fun company!

Del Lago Golf Club

Situated in a perfect place, surrounded by tall pine trees and the magnificent lagoon Del Sauce, Del Lago Golf Club plays like more of a combination of desert golf and links which features wide fairways that drift off into the surrounding arroyos and valleys that leads to the large greens. This high course, that rests at an elevation of 3,400 feet, offers either one of the many lakes or threads through strategically placed bunkers that are ready to catch the slightest mistake of every shot. Be sure to spend a golf vacation at Del Lago when planning to experience the best in desert golf.

 The views of the Rincon , Santa Catalina, and Santa Rita mountains from Del Lago Golf Club are spectacular. This 18-hole course features 7,206 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72 requires every club in the golfer’s bag and a good supply of nerves on slick, undulating greens. Del Lago is really not far out of town as what people perceive. It’s just a short drive east of Tucson to the Vail Road exit. The clubhouse includes a full-service pro shop, a bar and grill. Green fees are also golfer-friendly considering the quality of the course. A golf trip to Del Lago gives its guests the opportunity to learn how to play golf, or for amateurs, to enhance their golfing skills with its gigantic practice facilities in the area – including a driving range, practice bunker, and a 12,000 square foot practice green.

 Opened in 1981, Dave Marr and Jay Riviere designed Del Lago Golf Club to give the visitors a relaxing sense of playing up high. From up above, the place gives you the view of the beautiful world around it. A golf vacation at Del Lago is a one of a kind experience that no golf course elsewhere could offer.

Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, Dove Mountain

When the top golf players of the present day agree that a golf course is beautiful, then it must be. Home to the Annual World Golf Championships – Accenture Match Play Championships, where 64 of the best and top ranked golfers compete , The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, Dove Mountain is perhaps the best there is to Tucson Golf. It combines the best in golf as well as the best in amenities making it the complete golf vacation destination.

The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, Dove Mountain is all 27-holes of Jack Nicklaus design perfection, set in the beautiful high Sonoran desert north of Tucson, Arizona with the stunning Tortolita Mountain Ranges as its backdrop. Jack Nicklaus made optimum use of the desert’s terrain to give the course an edge in character – encouraging daring but fun play from each golfer. The holes are divided into three nines: the front Saguaro nine, back Tortolita nine, and the spare nine, the Wild Burro, which is the designer’s personal favorite. The premiere golf trip haven is abundant in beautiful views and indigenous desert flora and fauna.

And, as is characteristic in anything that bears the Ritz-Carlton brand, the Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, Dove Mountain offers the best in golf vacation amenities. From the elegant suites to the excellent sports and fitness facilities to the world-class clubhouse service, the golf course doesn’t come short of amazing. Golfer, pro or not, would definitely agree why this is the best golf course in Tucson and maybe in the entire Arizona: it combines nothing but only the best in playability, scenery, and high class amenities.

Tonto Verde Golf Club – Peaks Course

Older doesn’t necessarily mean less better. Neither does being smaller mean less enjoyable. These are two things that the Peaks Course of Tonto Verde Golf Club can prove all too easily. Next to its sibling course at the Tonto Verde Golf Club, the Ranch Course, the Peaks Course is older by almost 10 years and is shorter and narrower. But it equals the younger course in its scenic quality, as well as excellence in playability. If anything, Ranch course could learn a thing or two from the older course on how it became one of Arizona’s best golf vacation destinations.

The Peaks Course of the Tonto Verde Golf Club stretches to only 6,744 yards compared to the more than 7,000-yards of the Ranch course. But the Peaks Course never falls short in delivering the dream desert golf trip. Its designers, Gary Panks and David Graham designed its layout to follow the dictates of the North Scottsdale desert terrain to bring that authentic Arizona desert feel to the game.

What golfers most enjoy here are the 5 sets of tees that make the course enjoyable for everyone. The 18-hole, par-72 Peaks Course at the Tonto Verde Golf Club joins forces with nature to make every game quite a challenge. A panorama of golden desert and the Mazatzal mountains combined with pristine man-made lakes will make for the perfect backdrop in that golf vacation photo album. And, even though the Peaks Course is relatively older, and more seasoned, it still is capable of surprising its visitors – either by its stunning views or excellence in playability, or both.

Superstition Springs

Superstitions are always wrong but not this one. Believe it, it’s for real. Bring the whole family to this golf club and for sure, they’ll never ever forget their encounter to this one of a kind golf club. A full-packed, challenging and risk-reward round of golf makes Superstition Springs a must visit golf course in Arizona. It’s not just rumors – there’s really a lot more to discover on Superstition Springs’ golf vacation packages.

 Course architect Greg Nash sculpted the existing topography in the design of Superstition Springs golf club to create an extensive and striking mounding, expansive bunkers, and a variety of attractive yet strategically-placed water features. Smooth and consistent undulating greens keep satisfaction throughout players’ round, while hundreds of palm trees, mature pines, and eucalyptus trees keep them shaded from the Arizona sun. To meet the needs of every golfer from beginner to the tour professional, the golf club provides instruction programs which utilize the latest teaching and learning techniques – programs include school, clinic, corporate tutorials, and private instruction. A golf vacation at Superstition proves to all level of players how wonderful and flexible the club is.

 Unquestionably,Superstition Springs is a highly recommended golf trip for guests who wish not only to play golf but also have a relaxing holiday vacation. Before or after rounds, visitors may relax and enjoy the delightful restaurant and lounge serving breakfast, lunch and cocktail indoors.The club’s staff is very friendly and accommodating; they treat visitors with first class service. Dining and private meeting rooms can be reserved for personal and business functions which include seminars, corporate meetings, team building groups, wedding receptions and other celebrations. Superstition Spring is not just another “okay” golf club; it’s a full-packed club that provides every need of the guests – from the ideal, well-designed course up to its outstanding features and amenities.

Foothills Golf Club

18 holes, 7000 yards, 60 bunkers, 3 lakes, 4 sets of tees, 4 stars from Golf Digest – the numbers alone can never truly describe the prestige and excellent playability of this picturesque golf course at the foothills of Arizona’s South Mountain. The Foothills Golf Club is the perfect equation that sums up desert golf at its most beautiful state. It is a golf vacation destination that not only is the best, but brings out the best in each golfer.

The par-72 medium length Foothills Golf Club is the result of the aggregate effort of world class designers Tom Weiskopf and Jay Moorish. They made the course to follow the natural contours of the rugged ridges and buttes of the South Mountain, as well as capture the most picturesque views of this part of Arizona. It may be known to be beautiful, but it is more than meets the eye. Golfers who are planning to head this way for their golf trips must never for one second think that it’s going to be easy – IT’S NOT. They would have to battle the dramatic elevation changes as well as the bunkers and water hazards all over the course. But then again, the more difficult it is, the more satisfying it will be at the end of the day.

The course’s various world class amenities and superb customer service, however, will make up for the difficulty on the course. Off the course, they can truly relax and bask in golf vacation goodness. The Foothills Golf Club of Arizona will never come short of delivering one memorable golf experience to each guest. It’s a simple equation: fun plus challenge plus breathtaking views equals a happy golfer.

Stonecreek Golf Club

The image of enjoying the luxury of countryside tranquility and serenity, basking in the friendly air of dining with friends and families at one of Arizona’s most elegant restaurants is a dream of visiting Stonecreek Golf Club. Make this imagination a reality by personally experiencing the golf club’s breath-taking fairways and beautifully elevated greens. A golf vacation at this 18-hole Arthur Hills designed golf course showcases panoramic vistas of all areas of the course. This golf course travels through meandering dry creek beds that come into play in 15 of its 18 holes. These creek beds feature loose stones and light desert brush. Stonecreek is a great choice for a traditional mix of average level of golfing.

 The course is laid out over 165 acres of land, with lakes, four wetlands, and forty-three bunkers. The back nine has a Northwest style while the front nine is more links-style. The elevated greens and wisely placed bunkers adds tough challenge for experienced golfers. When having a break, “Kennedy’s at Stone Creek” is an excellent place to dine that features a variety of dining from daily lunch and dinner specials to banquet and group facilities. Stonecreek Golf Club ‘s welcoming staffs serve every guest with special attention and professionalism to provide high class experience. Every visit to this golf vacation destination must be special and Stonecreek never fails to meet and even exceed the visitors’ expectations.

 A first visit to Stonecreek Golf Club definitely won’t be the last. From its almost surreal scenery, perfectly designed course, and satisfying accommodations, there’s nothing more to ask for. This golf experience really makes every guest feeling satisfied at having made their dreams of an ideal golf vacation a reality.