McDowell Mountain Golf Club is a premier public golf course in Scottsdale, Arizona, located in the valley of the McDowell Mountains. It offers the amenities of a private club without memberships. The course is fun to play for all levels and has been in great shape, with greens and fairways in great condition. Many find it a refreshing experience and the best the course has been in years.
The pace of play is usually really good. However, some note the sand traps are abysmal with hard, coarse sand, and the driving range is in poor condition, often just dirt, requiring hits off mats.
After golf, the Mesquite Grille restaurant offers stunning views of the Sonoran Desert valley. The food is awesome and the service is amazing and beyond excellent, providing a unique dining venue. The club also accommodates events with impressive service and cleanliness. While some feel it is not a good value for the money, others call it beyond fabulous and a must try.
Very nice golf course. If you sit at Rosas Kitchen, you can have a great view, especially when the sun sets...
April 2026
I'm a beginner golfer, so this course was definitely challenging for me right now, but it's a beautiful course, and my husband and I had a great time playing it. I look forward to playing again as I improve.
April 2026
Had dinner up there and took Top Notch Transportation so we could be safe driving home.
