34832 N. Tom Darlington Drive,
Carefree, Arizona 85378
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+1 (480) 488 9028Pro shop
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The Boulders Golf AcademyThe Course:
18 holes. Desert-style. Undulating terrain - a few slopes to climb.
Surroundings:
Desert and residential.
Designer:
Jay Morrish
Above distances are for the South course. Also at The Boulders is the 18-hole North course (par-72; 6959 yds from back tees; rating 73.3).
33.804959
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33 miles N of Phoenix
From the 101-loop take exit 34 heading north on Scottsdale Rd. After 10 mi (and 400 yds after the Scottsdale / Carefree Hwy intersection) turn right into Boulders Resort & Golf Club. Clubhouse is o.5 mi on your left.
Boulders (South)
The Boulders Resort (South course): The South course at Boulders Resort offers a fabulous golfing and scenic experience. The thrill of desert golf is wonderfully reflected here in the layout's 18 top-quality holes. While Boulder's North is the resort's original offering, many people believe the South to be the most captivating, with holes that go right up into the higher boulder formations.
The layout's pleasant undulations are home to several elevated teeing areas, as well as fast and true greens. From these elevated platforms you will enjoy wonderfully scenic desert and mountain vistas. During your round you will encounter the signature "Boulder Pile" and also "Rosie's Rock", two of the resort's most recognisable rock formations.
From a golfing standpoint the gently dog-legging par-4 1st sets the scene for a round that will include several lengthy carries onto tightish fairways. Precise approach work is then needed to steer your ball past the ever-tightening rock and desert terrain, and clear the greenside bunker-defences. If you enjoy being challenged and can only play one course on a visit to Scottsdale, then this is arguably the one to play.
Stay&Play at The Boulders: luxury onsite accommodation available, see Where2Stay section below.
Note: as of 2023 Boulder's North course was designated a member's course, generally playable only by members and their invited guests. Boulder's South course remains available to the public and resort guests.
South course: available for the public and resort guests to play. North course - since 2023 designated the resort's private course; visitors/guests may only play if hosted by a member.
Must book in advance.
Contact club for full details, discounts, packages, etc. [Last updated: 2024].
Non-metal spike facility. Walking permitted at certain times.
Excellent
All around at Boulders is the natural open terrain of the Sonoran Desert. While hunting in the desert brush for a wayward shot, golfers may catch a glimpse of a bobcat, rabbits, coyotes, desert quail, lizards or a javelina ("skunk pig"). Some of the boulder formations you'll see during your round pre-date the golf course ... by a mere 12 million years.
South course:
Arizona's 40th best course (Golf Digest, 2023/24).
34361 N. Tom Darlington Drive, Carefree, Arizona 85377
+1 (480) 488 9009
Visit websiteBoulders Resort & Spa, a member of the Curio Collection by Hilton, nestles in the scenic Sonoran desert in Scottsdale, Arizona. Combining top-class service and amenities, elegant accommodations and Southwestern flair, the resort is home to two 18-hole Jay Morrish-designed golf courses, as well as luxury Spa and fitness facilities. The surrounding desert and unique rock formations offers a playground in which to hike, bike, fish, ride horses or rock climb.
Boulders (North and South courses)
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