With seven golf courses designed by Jack Nicklaus spanning 8,000 acres of Sonoran Desert, Desert Mountain Club is the world's largest collection of private Jack Nicklaus Signature courses. From the Cochise course that hosted The Tradition four times to the innovative par-54 No. 7, this private Scottsdale golf community offers variety that no other club in Arizona can match. For membership details and costs, see our Desert Mountain membership guide.
The Seven Desert Mountain Golf Courses
Renegade (1987) - Par 73, 7,524 yards
The original course, described by Golf Magazine as "the most versatile course in the world" thanks to seven tee boxes and two pin placements per hole. Slope 138.
Cochise (1988) - Par 72, 7,042 yards
Hosted The Tradition four times where Jack Nicklaus won. Ranked "Best Maintained Golf Course" by Senior PGA Tour during tournament years.
Geronimo (1989) - Par 72, 7,420 yards
Nicklaus called it "the strong-looking course" for its dramatic elevations through massive boulders and deep desert washes.
Apache (1996) - Par 72, 7,211 yards
Links-style layout with moderate rolling fairways and ample greens featuring subtle grassy catch areas.
Chiricahua (1999) - Par 72, 7,347 yards
Eight holes running downhill, nine playing uphill, and one sideways hole create constant distance challenges and spectacular vistas.
Outlaw (2003) - Scottish Links
Traditional Scottish links design on 176 acres adjacent to Tonto National Forest. No forced carries from tees—most walkable course.
No. 7 (Seven) - Par 54
Championship par-54 design blending serious challenge with faster play. Perfect for short game focus.
Pros
- Seven distinct Jack Nicklaus courses under one membership
- World's largest private Nicklaus collection
- Cochise has PGA Tour tournament pedigree
- Variety from dramatic desert to Scottish links
- 8,000-acre setting bordering national forest
- Seven clubhouses with dining options
- full amenities (spa, fitness, tennis, pools)
Cons
- Significant investment ($225,000 initiation + $2,354/month)
- Private club—no public access
- Strict guest limits (12 rounds/month, 6/year per individual guest)
- Located in northeast Scottsdale (40+ min from downtown)
- $2,500 annual food minimum
Membership Options and Costs (2025)
Full Golf Membership
- Initiation: $225,000
- Monthly Dues: $2,354
- F&B Minimum: $2,500/year
- Unlimited access to all seven courses
Seven Golf Membership
- Initiation: $140,000
- Monthly Dues: $1,377
- F&B Minimum: $2,500/year
- Golf access with some tee time restrictions
Lifestyle (Social) Membership
- Initiation: $112,000
- Monthly Dues: $1,166
- Full amenity access without golf privileges
Guest Access Policy
Desert Mountain operates strict guest policies:
- 12 guest rounds per month maximum
- 30 rounds per season maximum
- Individual guests limited to 6 rounds per calendar year
- Family guests receive expanded privileges
- Since October 2018, only family guests can use unaccompanied guest passes
Amenities Beyond Golf
Seven Clubhouses - Each course has its own clubhouse with dining
Sonoran Fitness Center - Recently renovated with classes and personal training
Tennis & Pickleball - Multiple courts with professional instruction
Spa Services - Full-service spa treatments
Hiking & Nature - 8,000 acres bordering Tonto National Forest