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Scottsdale has a wide variety of golf courses to choose from. It is truly a golf-lovers dream with 51 golf courses in Scottsdale, and 41 within a 10-mile radius of North Scottsdale. Of those golf courses, there are several high-end private golf clubs for those who seek an elevated experience. The question thus becomes – how do you select the golf club that would be right for you? All of the ...

The initiation fee for membership at the Estancia Club will rise from $275,000 to $350,000 starting October 1st, 2025, with annual dues set at $29,225. Estancia is recognized as one of the most prestigious private golf clubs in Scottsdale, featuring a pristine Tom Fazio-designed golf course, an elegant clubhouse, and newly constructed fitness and pool facilities. Nestled against Pinnacle Peak in North Scottsdale, it offers stunning boulder views throughout the ...

The Ranch is a private wilderness sanctuary within the Desert Mountain community, designed for members to enjoy the great outdoors. Spanning 33 acres across the Continental Mountains, it is situated in Chiricahua Village at the highest elevation in Desert Mountain. The award-winning trail system is the centerpiece of The Ranch, featuring over 25 miles of exclusive hiking paths for Desert Mountain residents and members. An electronic, interactive trail map is ...

Moonlight hikes at Desert Mountain are extremely popular and attract a large number of participants. During the season, attendance can range from 20 to 30 hikers. The group gathers at the base of The Ranch trailhead in the northern part of Desert Mountain. It is precisely timed so that the group leaves the trailhead and reaches the Sunset Summit just as the sun is going down over the Western horizon ...

There are three methods of acquiring a membership at Desert Mountain Club: 1. Purchase a property in Desert Mountain that includes a transferable membership. About one-third of the available homes come with this option, making it a quick way to join the club. 2. Purchase a residence in Seven Desert Mountain, where every home includes a membership. This option allows for rapid club access and the flexibility to choose from ...

Desert Mountain is unique in many ways. It is one of the largest clubs with the most variety of golf, recreation and member events: 8300 acres with over 1900 homes and 2150 golf members - it is the largest club in Scottsdale 7 unique golf courses  - you can enjoy a different course every day of the week, no matter your golfing ability. 10 restaurants - enjoy everything from casual ...