Golf in the Phoenix Metro Area With more than 320 days of sunshine a year, a mild winter, almost no humidity, and more than 180 golf courses, it’s no wonder the Phoenix metropolitan area is home to some of the most highly acclaimed golf courses in the nation. In fact, the Phoenix – Scottsdale area has more courses listed in the “USA Top 100” than anywhere else in the country. No matter your budget or experience level, you will find what you are looking for here.  From private clubs and exclusive memberships, to city courses with affordable rates, any golfer can find just what they need.  You can even see the PGA Tour or the Phoenix Open. The Phoenix – Scottsdale area offers traditional golf in a desert setting, as well as “desert golf,” which has been described as target shooting by experienced players (it has also been described as an exercise in futility).  Any type of golf course or program you are looking for can be found here in one of the nation’s golf hot spots. Phoenix Golf Links AGA links Arizona Golf Association Arizona Golf News Arizona Republic golf section AZFamily.com's golf site Golf Guide USA GolfArizona.com Golfing Phoenix Sports Illustrated's Southwest Golf Guide The Arizona Golf Desk Web Golf Guide