Golf Course Review
Scottsdale, AZ
18 holesPar 72
#6 in Arizonacommunity rating
Desert Highlands Golf Club in Scottsdale, AZ is an 18-hole, par 72 course featuring a Jack Nicklaus Signature design set in the foothills northeast of the city. The layout reflects classic mid-1980s desert golf with dramatic terrain that defines play across the routing.
The course is tracked on First Loop and ranks #6 in Arizona, reflecting its standing among the state's offerings. Whether you're planning a round or tracking your scores, Desert Highlands provides the desert golf experience Scottsdale is known for.
Jack Nicklaus Signature design in the foothills northeast of Scottsdale. Classic mid-1980s desert golf with dramatic terrain.
Desert Highlands Golf Club is rated 8.1/10 by real golfers on First Loop. Ratings are based on head-to-head Elo comparisons — no editorial bias.
Desert Highlands Golf Club is a golf course located in Scottsdale, Arizona. It is a 18-hole, par 72 course.
Desert Highlands Golf Club is ranked #6 among golf courses in Arizona on First Loop and #259 nationally.
Desert Highlands Golf Club earns a strong 8.1/10 from the First Loop community, placing it among the top courses in Arizona.
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Rankings updated May 2026