Hardest Golf Courses to Book in Arizona

Arizona has 12 golf courses with a booking difficulty of 4 or 5 out of 5. These are the most competitive tee sheets in the state -- courses where tee times sell out fast and cancellations are your best bet.

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Arizona's Most Competitive Courses

The Stadium Course at TPC Scottsdale

Scottsdalepublic$175–$275 weekday / $200–$325 weekend

Extremely hard to book

TPC Scottsdale Stadium Course is the most in-demand public tee time in Arizona; peak season dates sell out within minutes of the booking window opening, and the course closes entirely for tournament week each February.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many hard-to-book golf courses are in Arizona?

TeeTimeGo tracks 12 golf courses in Arizona with a booking difficulty rating of 4 or 5 out of 5. These courses are among the most competitive tee sheets in the state, often selling out within minutes of release.

How can I get a tee time at a hard-to-book course in Arizona?

The best strategy is to watch for cancellations. TeeTimeGo monitors tee sheets 24/7 and sends you instant SMS and email alerts when someone cancels at your target course in Arizona. You can also try booking at off-peak times or midweek to improve your chances.

What makes Arizona golf courses so hard to book?

Arizona's most competitive courses combine high demand with limited tee times. Factors include prime locations, excellent course conditions, popular designers, tournament history, and limited public access. Many of these courses release tee times days or weeks in advance, and they fill up almost instantly.

Does TeeTimeGo help me book tee times in Arizona?

TeeTimeGo doesn't book tee times directly. Instead, it monitors the tee sheets of hard-to-book courses in Arizona around the clock and alerts you the moment a cancellation opens up, giving you the best chance to grab the spot before anyone else.

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Camelback Golf Club - Padre

Scottsdalepublic$95–$160 weekday / $120–$195 weekend

Very hard to book

High-demand resort course with consistent hotel guest bookings throughout the Arizona golf season

Hotel guests have priority access. Public tee times release 10–14 days ahead. Peak season (November–April) books quickly — confirm availability as soon as dates are set. Summer rates are significantly lower.

Las Sendas Golf Club

Mesapublic$75–$115 weekday / $95–$145 weekend

Very hard to book

One of Arizona's most acclaimed public courses; peak season weekend tee times sell out within hours of opening the booking window.

Book the moment the 7-day booking window opens — typically online at midnight. Weekday morning slots are competitive but less extreme. Twilight rounds offer a back-nine-only option at reduced rates.

Legend Trail Golf Club

Scottsdalepublic$75–$120 weekday / $95–$150 weekend

Very hard to book

Word-of-mouth reputation as Scottsdale's best value drives heavy demand; peak season tee times fill within 24-48 hours of the booking window opening.

Book at the 7-day window — early morning is most competitive. Midweek rounds are available with 4–5 days notice. Twilight rates offer exceptional value for a Rees Jones Scottsdale course.

Oakcreek Country Club

Sedonapublic$85–$130 weekday / $105–$155 weekend

Very hard to book

Sedona's status as a top Arizona destination resort town and the Bell Rock views make this one of the most in-demand public tee times in the state; tee sheets fill within days of opening.

Book the full advance window (7 days) as soon as it opens. Morning tee times on weekends and holidays book within hours. Midweek tee times in the afternoon offer the best chance of last-minute availability. Shoulder seasons (May, September) provide slightly easier access.

Papago Golf Course

Phoenixpublic$25–$50 weekday / $35–$65 weekend

Very hard to book

Phoenix's most popular and prestigious muni — tee sheets fill rapidly throughout peak season, especially weekend mornings and after any positive press or ranking citation.

Book the moment the advance window opens — 7 days ahead for peak season weekends. Weekday mornings are competitive in season. Twilight rates offer a chance at last-minute access. Arrive early on walk-up days as no-shows occasionally open spots.

Quintero Golf Club

Peoriapublic$95–$145 weekday / $120–$175 weekend

Very hard to book

National top-public-course reputation and dramatic scenery create strong destination demand that fills the tee sheet quickly throughout peak season.

Book the full advance window (7 days) as soon as it opens for weekend peak season. Weekday tee times are somewhat easier to secure. The remote SR-74 location means planning driving time from the Phoenix metro — allow 45-60 minutes from central Scottsdale.

Raven Golf Club - Phoenix

Phoenixpublic$75–$120 weekday / $95–$145 weekend

Very hard to book

National reputation and superior conditioning create strong demand that fills the tee sheet quickly — among the most sought-after public tee times in the Phoenix metro.

Book the full advance window (7 days) immediately for peak season weekends. Weekday mornings are also competitive in season. Twilight rates offer the best chance at same-week access. Morning dew on the pine-lined fairways makes early rounds especially beautiful.

The Boulders Golf Club

Carefreepublic$150–$250 weekday / $175–$295 weekend

Very hard to book

The Boulders is among Arizona's most sought-after resort golf experiences; peak season tee times fill within days of the booking window opening, and resort guests receive priority.

Book as early as possible — resort guests typically have 30-90 day advance booking windows. Shoulder season (May, October) offers the best combination of availability and reasonable pricing. Call directly for the best package rates.

The Phoenician Golf Club

Scottsdalepublic$150–$250 weekday / $175–$295 weekend

Very hard to book

The Phoenician is among Scottsdale's most prestigious golf addresses; resort guest priority and high demand from serious golfers create booking pressure throughout the October–May season.

Resort guests receive priority booking — book your stay and tee times simultaneously. Public availability is limited during peak season; book as early as the window allows. Shoulder months (May, September) offer the best non-resort-guest access.

Troon North Golf Club

Scottsdalepublic$175–$250 weekday / $200–$295 weekend

Very hard to book

One of Arizona's most sought-after public courses; Monument tee times during peak season (January–April) sell out days in advance.

Book Monument Course tee times 7–10 days ahead for winter visits. Online booking opens at the maximum advance window — act immediately. The Pinnacle Course typically offers more flexibility. Twilight rates provide significant savings but limit available daylight in winter. Package deals with nearby resorts sometimes include priority access.