Phoenix and Scottsdale are home to some of the best golf in the country. You’ll find sun-drenched fairways and dramatic desert scenery on a selection of courses that are suitable for every skill level. Arizona’s legal recreational cannabis market gives golfers an opportunity to sharpen their focus on the course and ease soreness in muscles afterward. Here’s where to play and how to pair your experience with cannabis.
Phoenix’s Top Public Golf Courses
1. Papago Golf Club
This is the crown jewel of public golf in Phoenix. Papago Gold Club, nestled at the base of the Papago Buttes, has been an institution in the area since 1963. It’s a par-72 championship layout that stretches up to 7,550 yards and features panoramic views of Camelback Mountain.
2. Palo Verde Golf Course
Palo Verde is a hidden gem for anyone in Central Phoenix looking to find a quick, affordable round of golf. It’s a nine-hole municipal course that features six par-3s and three par-4s. Palo Verde is the ideal course for beginner or experienced golfers who want to squeeze in a round on a busy day.
3. Quintero Golf Club
After just a short drive to Peoria, golfers can enjoy Quintero Golf Club, which winds through rugged canyons and features breathtaking elevation changes. The club has recently become an even better option after a multi-million-dollar renovation that equipped it with pristine bunkers and tournament-ready greens.
Scottsdale Gems Near Phoenix
4. TPC Scottsdale
Hosting the WM Phoenix Open, TPC Scottsdale has two course offerings. The Stadium Course, a PGA stop that draws huge crowds every year, features an amphitheater-style 16th hole and is always in immaculate condition. Meanwhile, the Champions Course is a more intimate experience, with a tree-lined course that demands accuracy.
5. Troon North Golf Club
Located near the boulder-studded North Scottsdale foothills, Troon North features two courses designed by Tom Weiskopf: Monument and Pinnacle. These courses weave through the towering saguaros and natural rock formations of the area. Monument is the more forgiving of the two, whereas Pinnacle demands precision in your shots. The club has on-site dining that makes it easy to linger after your round.
6. We-Ko-Pa Golf Club
The We-Ko-Pa Golf Club is located on the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation just east of Scottsdale. It consists of two acclaimed golf courses. Cholla is a tight, target-style course that rewards strategic play, while Saguaro is a more open course, featuring sweeping desert views. There’s no residential development on the property, giving it a wild and unspoiled feel.
10 Cannabis Pairings for Your Golf Day
- Drip’s Top-Sport Ice Lotion: A 1:1 CBD to THC lotion for when your muscles get sore.
- HiDays’ Get Sh*t Done Gummies: Sativa-dominant gummies for focus on the course.
- Hard Candy Edibles: Discreet and precisely dosed for gradual onset over the front nine.
- HighTide’s Prickly Pear Lime Gummies: A wonderful blend of CBC, THC, and CBD.
- Session’s Tangie Vape Cartridge: A citrusy sativa blend that energizes your warm-up.
- Keef’s Energy High Octane Beverage: A refreshing way to boost your energy throughout the day.
- Drip’s High CBD Oil: Full-spectrum CBD for calm focus with minimal psychoactive effects.
- TRU Infusion’s Milk Chocolate Bites: Easy to break into smaller doses for experimentation.
- Drip’s Tincture Day Drops: Fast-acting and precisely controllable under the tongue.
- Dusties’ Fruity Fizz Pre-Roll: Provides a focused and sustained lift through your round.
Relax and Recover After Your Round
While sativa is great for helping you power through 18 holes, you’ll want to switch it up when it’s time to unwind. An indica-dominant strain in your favorite consumption format will help you unwind and relax after a day on the course.
Topicals provide the best way to soothe muscles strained from hours of swinging and walking. Apply these products directly to sore shoulders, lower backs, and forearms for deep relief. For most people, this relief comes within 10-30 minutes.
Tips for a Safe and Enjoyable Experience
When using cannabis to enhance your golf outing, it’s important to remember the Arizona law. While recreational cannabis is legal in Arizona, it remains illegal to consume it in public. Always consume your purchase at a private residence before you head out, and remember to never drive impaired. Edibles are the most practical choice for golf days. They are odorless, portable, and precisely dosed. If consuming cannabis before golfing, remember to stay extra hydrated in the desert heat.
Where to Find Cannabis Near the Courses
Sunday Goods has dispensaries conveniently located for Valley golfers:
PRC by Sunday Goods Cannabis Dispensary | 6330 S 35th Ave #104, Phoenix, AZ 85041
North Central Phoenix, AZ Cannabis Dispensary | 1616 E Glendale Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85020
Both locations carry a wide selection of products and are staffed by knowledgeable budtenders who can help you dial in the right product for your golf day.
Phoenix brings together world-class desert golf with a mature and well-regulated cannabis market. Sunday Goods is the perfect stop before every buddy trip or solo escape. Visit us before your next tee time to see how the right product can complement your round.
