Golf Course Review
Carefree, AZ
18 holesPar 72
#2 in Arizonacommunity rating
Desert Forest Golf Club in Carefree, Arizona is an 18-hole, par 72 private course rooted in Golden Age desert golf design. Established as a Red Lawrence design in 1962, the club became Arizona's top private club before the modern resort era reshaped the state's golf landscape.
The course reflects its Carefree setting and the design principles of its era, offering members and their guests a traditional private club experience. Desert Forest Golf Club is tracked on First Loop and ranks #2 in Arizona.
1962 Red Lawrence design in Carefree. Arizona's top private club before the modern resort era — a Golden Age desert gem.
Desert Forest Golf Club is rated 8.3/10 by real golfers on First Loop. Ratings are based on head-to-head Elo comparisons — no editorial bias.
Desert Forest Golf Club is a golf course located in Carefree, Arizona. It is a 18-hole, par 72 course.
Desert Forest Golf Club is ranked #2 among golf courses in Arizona on First Loop and #121 nationally.
Desert Forest Golf Club earns a strong 8.3/10 from the First Loop community, placing it among the top courses in Arizona.
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