Golf

Resources

Golf Stop Inc.. This shop, owned and run by two LPGA pros, can fit you with pro-shop brands and custom clubs, repair your old irons, or give you lessons. 6155 E. Broadway, Eastside, Tucson, Arizona, 85711. 520/790–0941; golfstoptucson.com.

Municipal Courses

Randolph-Dell Urich Golf Course. This pretty, centrally located 18-hole course, one of two at Randolph Park, has dramatic elevation changes and beautiful mountain views from every hole. 600 S. Alvernon Way, Central, Tucson, Arizona, 85711. 520/791–4653; www.tucsoncitygolf.com. $36 for 9 holes, $56 for 18 holes.

El Rio Golf Course. On fairly flat terrain west of Downtown, this course has tight fairways, small greens, two lakes, and nice views of the nearby Tucson Mountains. 1400 W. Speedway Blvd., Westside, Tucson, Arizona, 85745. 520/791–4653; www.tucsoncitygolf.com. $25 for 9 holes, $43 for 18 holes.

Fred Enke Golf Course. This hilly, semiarid (less grass and more native vegetation) course is in the southeastern part of town. 8251 E. Irvington, Eastside, Tucson, Arizona, 85730. 520/791–4653; www.tucsoncitygolf.com. $23 for 9 holes, $43 for 18 holes.

Randolph-North Course. A longtime LPGA Tour host and the flagship of Tucson's municipal courses, Randolph North is also the longest municipal course, with great mountain views and tall trees lining the fairways. 600 S. Alvernon Way, Central, Tucson, Arizona, 85711. 520/791–4653; www.tucsoncitygolf.com. $36 for 9 holes, $56 for 18 holes.

Silverbell Golf Course. With spacious fairways and ample greens, this course along the Santa Cruz River northwest of town has two large lakes. The greens fee includes a cart here. 3600 N. Silverbell Rd., Northwest, Tucson, Arizona, 85745. 520/791–4653; www.tucsoncitygolf.com. $27 for 9 holes, $47 for 18 holes.

Public Courses

Arizona National Golf Club. This is a gorgeous Robert Trent Jones Jr.–designed course at the base of the Santa Catalina Mountains on the northeastern edge of town. You won't need to go to Saguaro National Park after playing here—the saguaro-studded hillsides around the course are as magnificent and plentiful. 9777 E. Sabino Greens Dr., Eastside, Tucson, Arizona, 85749. 520/749–4089; www.arizonanationalgolfclub.com. $65.

Dorado Golf Course. A good choice for those who want to play just a few short rounds, Dorado's executive course has a putting green and a chipping green but no driving range or lessons. 6601 E. Speedway Blvd., Eastside, Tucson, Arizona, 85711. 520/885–6751; doradogolfcourse.com. $25 for 9 holes, $32 for 18 holes.

San Ignacio Golf Club. Designed by renowned architect Arthur Hills, San Ignacio's challenging and picturesque course winds through mesquite groves. Set in Green Valley, a 40-minute drive south of Tucson, it has nice mountain views and low greens fees. 4201 S. Camino del Sol, Green Valley, Arizona, 85614. 520/822–8313; www.sanignaciogolf.com. $25 for 9 holes, $55 for 18 holes.

Tubac Golf Resort. The rolling hills and pastoral land surrounding these 27 holes in the lovely town of Tubac, 45 minutes south of Tucson, are a change from desert golf environs. This resort has an on-site pro shop, excellent restaurant, and a cantina. 1 Ave. De Otero Rd., Tubac, Arizona, 85646. 520/398–2211; www.tubacgolfresort.com. $46 for 9 holes, $99 for 18 holes.

Resort Courses

El Conquistador. Tucked into the Santa Catalina Foothills, this golf club, in partnership with the nearby Hilton El Conquistador Resort, has panoramic views of the city. You'll pay less to play here, without sacrificing any of the resort or clubhouse amenities. 10555 N. La Canada Dr., Northwest, Tucson, Arizona, 85737. 520/544–1800; www.elcongolf.com. $75 for 18 holes.

Lodge at Ventana Canyon. There are two beautiful Tom Fazio–designed courses here. The signature hole, No. 3 on the mountain course, is a favorite of golf photographers for its panoramic views and majestic saguaros. Guests staying up the road at Loews Ventana Canyon Resort have member privileges here (and one course is always open to the public). 6200 N. Clubhouse La., Foothills, Tucson, Arizona, 85750. 520/577–1400; www.thelodgeatventanacanyon.com. $159.

Omni Tucson National Golf Resort. Cohost of an annual PGA winter open, this resort offers two courses: the desert Sonoran Course and the Catalina Course. Designed by Robert Van Hagge and Bruce Devlin, the Catalina has eight lakes and gorgeous, long par 4s. 2727 W. Club Dr., Northwest, Tucson, Arizona, 85742. 520/297–2271; www.tucsonnational.com. $200.

Starr Pass Golf Club. With 27 magnificent holes in the Tucson Mountains, Starr Pass has become a favorite of visiting pros; playing its No. 15 signature hole has been likened to threading a moving needle. Guests at the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort have privileges (and pay lower greens fees) here. 3645 W. Starr Pass Blvd., Westside, Tucson, Arizona, 85701. 520/791–6270; www.jwmarriottstarrpass.com. $100 for 9 holes, $179 for 18 holes.