SunRidge Canyon Golf Club

Overall Ranking: #2

SunRidge Canyon is a hidden gem located just outside of Scottsdale.  SunRidge Canyon has the best vistas, golf property and design of any public golf course in the state.  At SunRidge Canyon, each hole has a feel of its own and moves with the land, canyon and terrain.  The front nine runs down through a dramatic canyon, slowly dropping 200 feet over a 9-hole span.  The back nine slowly runs back up the canyon, ending with the notorious “Wicked Six”.  Just about every hole on the back nine belongs in some advertisement for desert golf….The holes are that good!  The course is awesome, but the Wicked Six restaurant is second to none; offering a breathtaking patio that overlooks the Verde Valley, huge fire pit, live entertainment and an open air kitchen.  Truly one of the best facilities and environment you find at any course. SunRidge Canyon’s location is very convenient for people staying in the Scottsdale area- only 20 minutes from the heart of Scottsdale.

Level Of Difficulty (8)

Awe Factor (9.5)

Conditions (7.5)

Value/Bang for your Buck (8.5)

Course Layout (9)

Service (9.5)

Proximity to Prime Hotels, Restaurants and Activities (4)

Scottsdale & Phoenix Area Golf Course Rating & Scale Guidelines

 

  1. Level of Difficulty: 1-10: 1 = Easiest / 10 Hardest
  2. Awe Factor: 1-10: 1 = Dud / 10 Amazing
  3. Conditions: 1-10: 1 = Goat Ranch/ 10 Augusta
  4. Value/Bang for your Buck: 1 = Lowest Value / 10 Amazing Bargain!!
  5. Course Layout: 1-10: 1 = Dud / 10 Amazing
  6. Service: 1-10: 1 = Terrible / 10 Amazing
  7. Proximity to Prime Hotels, Restaurants and Activities:
    1-5:
    1 = Boondocks – 1hr+
    2 = Outskirts – 45+ mins
    3 = City fringe – 30+ mins
    4 = Sweet spot – 20+ mins
    5 = Stumble home – 10 mins or less