The We-Ko-Pa experience begins miles before you reach the golf club, when the sprawl of Phoenix and Scottsdale gives way to the raw beauty of the Sonoran Desert. Saguaro cacti stand sentinel against jagged peaks and you quickly realise why this part of Arizona is made for desert golf.
The award-winning Cholla Course at We-Ko-Pa is one of the finest in the Scottsdale region and the setting is a big part of the appeal. You'll have the McDowell Mountains, Red Mountain, Four Peaks and the Superstitions in view for much of the round, especially on the more exposed stretches.
It's proper target golf. Fairways are framed by natural desert, there are subtle elevation changes and bunkering that asks you to pick a line rather than just lash driver. The greens reward tidy iron play, so it suits golfers who like to think their way round and keep it in play off the tee.
If you're building a Scottsdale trip, Cholla is an easy course to justify for the scenery alone, but it's the balance of challenge and playability that makes it a repeat pick. Include We-Ko-Pa on your next Scottsdale golf holiday and we'll help you line up tee times, accommodation and the right mix of courses for your group.
Who is this for?
Golfers after a high-quality desert round in Scottsdale, couples or groups who want memorable views and a course that feels different from a standard resort layout.
Who is it best for?
Mid-to-low handicappers who enjoy strategic shot-making and anyone wanting a top-rated public course as part of a wider Arizona golf break.
