What makes a private golf club stand the test of nearly 50 years while maintaining a strict 325-member cap? Pinnacle Peak Country Club has been answering that question since 1976 as North Scottsdale's first private golf facility, offering a traditional parkland-style experience that stands apart from desert courses.
Founded by developer Jerry Nelson, Pinnacle Peak Country Club established the blueprint for upscale North Scottsdale living. Today, this member-owned club offers solid golf, complete amenities, and an exclusive atmosphere among the private clubs in Scottsdale. See our Pinnacle Peak membership cost guide for details backed by nearly five decades of tradition and a recent $5 million renovation.
What Makes Pinnacle Peak Different
In a region saturated with desert-style courses featuring cactus, rocks, and forced carries, Pinnacle Peak Country Club offers something refreshingly different: traditional parkland golf with tree-lined fairways, manicured conditions, and bentgrass greens. The course could be mistaken for an upscale Carolina or Georgia club transplanted to Arizona.
"Great morning at Pinnacle Peak CC!" posted Reddit user u/Michaelscott555 after a June 2023 round—understated satisfaction that reflects the club's essence: consistent excellence without flashy desert drama.
Pros
- First private golf facility in North Scottsdale (1976 heritage)
- Traditional parkland style unique in desert golf market
- Strict 325-member cap ensures uncrowded conditions
- Member-owned structure prioritizes member experience
- Bentgrass greens provide superior putting surfaces
- $5M recent renovation to clubhouse and grounds
- Complete amenities: dining, fitness, tennis, pool
- Guard-gated real estate community with luxury homes
Cons
- Private membership only—no public or guest booking
- Membership costs not publicly disclosed (call required)
- Limited public information compared to resort courses
- Traditional style may not appeal to desert golf enthusiasts
Membership Options
- Junior Member (ages 21-35)
- Intermediate Member (ages 36-45)
- Regular Member (ages 46+)
- Social Member (limited to 50 maximum)
Family memberships include spouse and unmarried children under 26 if enrolled in college, serving in military, or living at home.
Amenities Beyond Golf
Dining: Fine Dining Room, Casual Dining, Grill Room, 19th Hole Lounge
Facilities: Fitness center, heated lap pool, lighted tennis courts, pickleball
Golf: Practice range, putting/chipping facility, PGA instruction, attended locker rooms
Real Estate Community
Median Home Price: $2.5 million (December 2024)
Price Range: $1.2M - $3.7M+ Home Sizes: 2,400 to 4,000+ square feet Lot Sizes: 0.5 to 1 acre typically Community: 24-hour guard gated
Membership is NOT tied to property ownership—join purely for golf and social experience.