Desert Highlands Golf Club Scottsdale

The Desert Highlands Golf Course features an award winning Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course. It was established in 1983 and has been continuously upgraded. The course is a par 72 with five sets of men’s tees and three sets of ladies tees. The course has a dramatic desert look with the turf abutting the fairways and greens. This has resulted in a “target golf” effect which heightens the visual drama of the course. The Desert Highlands Club is well known as the inaugural home of the Skins Game featuring Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, Tom Watson and Gary Player.

Quick Facts about Desert Highlands Golf Club

18 holes, par 72

Five sets of Men’s tees ranging from 7072 yards to 5807 yards

Three sets of Ladies’ tees ranging from 5807 yards to 5025 yards

Golf Course Designer – Jack Nicklaus

Memberships

Desert Highlands Golf Club Memberships are are tied to real estate ownership. A membership can be obtained by purchasing a home in the community. All property owners are full members of the Club. There is a one time membership fee of $75,000 upon purchase of a home. This membership fee entitles the new member to unlimited use of the Golf Course, Putting Course, Practice Areas, Tennis Center, Fitness Center, Pool, Clubhouse and Concierge. There is also dues of $1007 per month which covers the combined Club dues and homeowner association fee. There is no Social membership or alternate membership level.

Putting Course

There is an extensive 18-hole Putting Course (par 41) featuring 60,000 square feet of putting surface. It was the only one of its kind in North America when it was built. Members can practice their short game on a full 18 hole course. The putting course is also a favorite of many “non-golfers” who simply want to pick up a club and get out there to enjoy the Arizona sunshine.

Practice Areas

The practice range has numerous practice stations with unlimited complimentary range balls. It is serviced by full-time range personnel. Separate pitching/chipping practice areas, as well as several sand practice areas. Pre-play practice putting green.

Clubhouse

Luxurious 3374 sq ft Men’s Locker Room with personal lockers, full Bar & Grill service, full dressing room amenities, showers and Card Room. Shoe valet service provided. Equally luxurious 1606 sq ft Ladies Locker Room with personal lockers, lounge, full dressing room amenities, showers and Card Room. Complimentary snacks and beverage service.

Halfway House

Offers a breakfast/lunch menu of soups, sandwiches, salads and beverages.

Golf Course Rules

There are no restrictions on walking versus riding. All tee times can be reserved 7 days in advance. Average time allotted for play is 4 hours and 7 minutes. 61 tee times available daily (maximum of 244 players).

Golf Carts

There are 90 electric golf carts. Two-thirds of all carts are replaced every two years. No private carts are allowed.

Golf Instruction

One full-time golf instructor available 7 days per week for individual instruction. Comprehensive Swing Solutions Video Analysis and customized golf club fitting are offered. Regular clinics for beginning, intermediate and advanced players.

Pro Shop

1600 sq ft Pro Shop professionally staffed with three full-time personnel.

Golf Course Utilization

It is very easy to get tee times at Desert Highlands. The vast majority of the community is part time or seasonal residents. As a result, most members utilize the club only a few weeks per year. 268 members account for 88% of all rounds played. 376 members account for 98% of all rounds played. There are two regular Tuesday Men’s Leagues and a regular Thursday Ladies League.

Player Statistics

Average male handicap – 16.33

Average female handicap – 28.63

Awards

Desert Highlands has received many awards and accolades.

“America’s Top 100 Golf Courses” by Golf Digest in 1986, 1991 and 1992

“Best Private Golf Courses in the US” by Golf Digest in 2000 and 2002

“The Best Courses in Arizona” by Golf Digest 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006

“Number One Private Golf Course in Arizona” by The Best of Arizona Business 2003 and 2004

“America’s Best 100 Residential Golf Courses” by Golfweek 2004, 2005 and 2006

“America’s Top 100 Golf Communities” by Travel and Leisure Golf 2006

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