May 4, 2024
Best Places to Golf Year-Round in the U.S.
Best Places to Golf Year-Round in the U.S.
Ready to expand your golfing options for the new year? We’ve gathered a list of the best warm-weather destinations* in the continental United States for those looking to escape winter’s chill and enjoy a perfect day on the green.
#1 Prescott, AZ: Talking Rock Jay Morrish Championship Golf Course
Think you can’t play golf in Northern Arizona during the winter? Think again. Nestled in the high desert of Prescott, the Jay Morrish Championship Golf Course at Talking Rock offers year-round play amidst stunning chaparral views and crisp, cool temperatures. This 18-hole course, designed by the legendary Jay Morrish, strikes the perfect balance between challenge and reward, catering to players of all levels. With the recent addition of a state-of-the-art practice facility, a double-sided driving range, and an upcoming nine-hole putting course and chipping area, Talking Rock is an exceptional golfing destination.
*Please note: Access to the course is exclusive to members.
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#2 Palm Springs, CA: La Quinta Mountain Course
With its endless sunshine, clear blue skies, and warm temperatures, Palm Springs is a golfer’s paradise. The La Quinta Mountain Course is renowned for its pristine condition and breathtaking back-nine holes that wind through rugged mountain terrain. This course delivers a one-of-a-kind golfing experience in a setting that’s hard to beat.
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#3 Scottsdale, AZ: Troon North
Scottsdale is synonymous with year-round golfing, thanks to its mild temperatures and minimal rainfall. Troon North Golf Club is home to two exceptional 18-hole courses that weave through natural ravines and the foothills of Pinnacle Peak. Recent renovations by original designer and British Open Champion Tom Weiskopf have elevated these courses to the top of every golfer’s must-play list.
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#4 Southern California: Maderas Golf Club
Southern California’s San Diego area is celebrated for its nearly perfect weather, making it an ideal year-round golfing destination. Maderas Golf Club, set amidst cliffs, creeks, and forests, offers a challenging yet fair layout with immaculate fairways and top-notch customer service.
#5 Mississippi: Fallen Oak Golf Course
Golfing at Fallen Oak is a chance to immerse yourself in a landscape dotted with more than 4,000 majestic oaks, magnolias, and pines. This private, 18-hole course, designed by Tom Fazio, spans 7,487 yards and features stunning water elements. The best seasons to experience this course in Biloxi are from early April to mid-May and late September to early November.
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#6 Southern Florida: Tiburon Golf Club
Naples, Florida, offers warm temperatures year-round, perfect for golfing at Tiburon Golf Club. This venue boasts two 18-hole courses designed by Greg Norman, both playing to a par of 72 and offering five sets of tees. It’s also the home of the LPGA Tour’s CME Group Tour Championship, making it a premier golfing destination.
Please note some courses may require membership.
Just 30 minutes from downtown Prescott, Arizona, Talking Rock is a private, guard-gated master-planned community offering a variety of home sites, including custom builds on the golf course, two to 10-acre lots, and move-in-ready options. Visit Talking Rock