Sunny weather makes Arizona a prime spot for golfing, and there are many stunning desert golf courses that you can easily drive to from Chandler, AZ.
The Top 5 Golf Courses in Driving Distance of Chandler, AZ
1. San Marcos Golf Course
When it was constructed in 1913, the San Marcos Golf Course at the Crowne Plaza Phoenix Chandler Golf Resort was the first in the state to feature fairways with grass instead of sand. The 18-hole course underwent a 2014 renovation that installed an irrigation system that makes year-round playing possible. The clubhouse at San Marcos includes a golf shop and a restaurant.
Located at 100 N. Dakota St. in Chandler, San Marcos can be reached in less than 30 minutes depending on which part of the city you’re coming from.
2. Troon North Golf Club
Troon North Golf Club in Scottsdale offers two 18-hole courses that feature natural ravines, granite boulders, and the rugged terrain of the Sonoran Desert. Troon North, which is located at 10320 E. Dynamite Blvd. in Scottsdale, was designed by golf icon Tom Weiskopf. Troon offers a golf shop, a restaurant, club rentals, caddie services, and a driving range. Troon is a roughly 30-minute drive from Chandler.
3. We-Ko-Pa Golf Club
Fort McDowell’s We-Ko-Pa Golf Club also offers two courses, each of which features the Sonoran Desert landscape. The Saguaro course is built for walking and offers playing corridors that are wider than most desert designs. The Cholla course offers sweeping views of the river valleys and mountains. Located at 18200 E. WeKoPa Way in Fort McDowell, We-Ko-Pa has a golf shop, a restaurant, and a practice facility.
We-Ko-Pa is a 45-minute drive from Chandler. The drive will allow you to make full use of your Subaru Outback’s cargo area, which comes complete with lights, a roll-up cover, a cargo tray/organizer, and concealed storage.
4. The Boulders Golf Club
The Boulders Golf Club has north and south courses, each of which has 18 holes. Both courses were designed by Jay Morrish and showcase the desert landscape. It’s not uncommon to see bobcats, coyotes, and javelinas on the north course, and the south course has some holes that lead into boulder formations. The courses offer pro shops, certified instructors, and cart and equipment rentals.
The Boulders is located at 34631 N. Tom Darlington Drive in Carefree and is less than an hour’s drive from Chandler.
5. Ocotillo Golf Club
The Ocotillo Golf Club offers three nine-hole courses that were designed by Ted Robinson. The courses feature waterfalls, lakes, and lush fairways, marking a departure from more traditional desert layouts. A practice facility and lessons are available. Located in Chandler at 3715 S. Clubhouse Drive, Ocotillo is less than a 30-minute drive from Chandler.
Having a great vehicle is essential for golf outings. Head to the Subaru Superstore of Chandler today and pick out your next vehicle today!
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