34831 N. Tom Darlington Drive,
Carefree, Arizona 85377
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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 North course. Also at The Boulders is the 18-hole South Course (par-72, 6726 yds from back tees).
33.797150
-111.917064
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 (North)
The Boulders Resort (North course): The Boulders Resort is home to two top-quality championship golf courses, both designed by Jay Morrish. Both are also excellent examples of classic desert-style Arizona golf, each one a delight to play.
The South course may take most of the top accolades, but the marginally older North course also provides one of Scottsdale's most enjoyable golf outings. In a wonderfully natural desert environment, it's not just the rock formations that create plenty of visual interest. The pleasantly rolling layout, abundance and variety of desert foliage, and quality of design all add to a great experience on Boulders North.
The fairways are possibly more forgiving than on the South, but there are still plenty of wash-areas to be carried from tee-to-green, and a few water hazards to be crossed, most notably at the excellent par-3 14th. As the layout meanders through the Boulders community you will enjoy many scenic views onto Black Mountain, with any housing kept well back from the course.
Stay&Play at The Boulders: luxury onsite accommodation available, see Where2Stay section below.
Limited access: 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.
North course - since 2023 designated the resort's private course; visitors/guests may only play if hosted by a member. South course: available for the public and resort guests to play.
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.
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)
Legend Trail
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