Desert Canyon Golf Course Fountain Hills, Arizona
Desert Canyon Golf Course is a par-71 public course in Fountain Hills, Arizona, playing 6,175 yards from the Canyon tees with a rating of 69.7 and slope of 125.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,175 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 69.7 / 125 |
| Tee Options | 9 |
| Location | Fountain Hills, Arizona, USA |
| Coordinates | 33.5823, -111.7148 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canyon | 6,175 | 71 | 69.7 | 125 |
| Sky | 6,015 | 71 | 69 | 123 |
| Sky/Cactus | 5,930 | 71 | 68.6 | 122 |
| Cactus | 5,771 | 71 | 67.3 | 121 |
| Cactus/Sun | 5,338 | 71 | 71 | 120 |
| Sun | 4,891 | 71 | 63.2 | 105 |
| Cactus (Middle) | 5,771 | 71 | 73 | 123 |
| Cactus/Sun | 5,338 | 71 | 71 | 120 |
| Sun (forward) | 4,891 | 71 | 68.5 | 114 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canyon 69.7/125 | 356 | 193 | 372 | 488 | 375 | 346 | 343 | 158 | 379 | 3010 | 306 | 392 | 480 | 177 | 499 | 411 | 149 | 373 | 378 | 3165 | 6175 |
| Sky 69/123 | 351 | 182 | 361 | 475 | 365 | 341 | 336 | 151 | 370 | 2932 | 301 | 382 | 470 | 167 | 488 | 401 | 145 | 365 | 364 | 3083 | 6015 |
| Sky/Cactus 68.6/122 | 345 | 171 | 351 | 475 | 365 | 336 | 336 | 145 | 370 | 2894 | 301 | 358 | 470 | 158 | 488 | 391 | 141 | 365 | 364 | 3036 | 5930 |
| Cactus 67.3/121 | 345 | 171 | 351 | 462 | 355 | 336 | 315 | 145 | 360 | 2840 | 287 | 358 | 453 | 158 | 476 | 391 | 141 | 335 | 332 | 2931 | 5771 |
| Cactus/Sun 71/120 | 289 | 148 | 321 | 462 | 269 | 336 | 315 | 145 | 360 | 2645 | 260 | 358 | 453 | 121 | 391 | 345 | 98 | 335 | 332 | 2693 | 5338 |
| Sun 63.2/105 | 289 | 148 | 321 | 403 | 269 | 282 | 262 | 132 | 327 | 2433 | 260 | 321 | 425 | 121 | 391 | 345 | 98 | 282 | 215 | 2458 | 4891 |
| Cactus (Middle) 73/123 | 345 | 171 | 351 | 462 | 355 | 336 | 315 | 145 | 360 | 2840 | 287 | 358 | 453 | 158 | 476 | 391 | 141 | 335 | 332 | 2931 | 5771 |
| Cactus/Sun 71/120 | 289 | 148 | 321 | 462 | 269 | 336 | 315 | 145 | 360 | 2645 | 260 | 358 | 453 | 121 | 391 | 345 | 98 | 335 | 332 | 2693 | 5338 |
| Sun (forward) 68.5/114 | 289 | 148 | 321 | 403 | 269 | 282 | 262 | 132 | 327 | 2433 | 260 | 321 | 425 | 121 | 391 | 345 | 98 | 282 | 215 | 2458 | 4891 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Hdcp | 8 | 6 | 4 | 18 | 14 | 12 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 15 | 5 | 13 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 17 | 11 | 7 |
Which Tees Should You Play?
Multiply your handicap index by 28 and add it to par. If the result exceeds the total yardage divided by 100, move up one tee.
Handicap 0-10: Canyon (6,175 yards, 69.7/125)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 3 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 15 (par 4, 411 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Cactus/Sun (5,338 yards, 71/120)
This tee gives you a realistic chance to reach greens in regulation without brutal carries. Course management is key. Identify trouble spots and plan your misses to the safe side. Use the strokes gained data to find where you're leaving shots on the table.
Handicap 20+: Sun (forward) (4,891 yards, 68.5/114)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 16 (98 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Number 1 handicap hole. At 411 yards this is one of the longest par 4s on the course and demands a strong drive.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. Play smart and take your par or better.
The longest hole on the course at 499 yards. Reachable in two for scratch golfers but a true three-shot hole for most. The smart play is two accurate shots to within wedge range.
The shortest par 3 at 149 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 379-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Desert Canyon Golf Course?
Desert Canyon Golf Course has a course rating of 69.7 and slope of 125 from the back tees. From the Sun (forward) tees, the rating is 68.5 with a slope of 114.
How long is Desert Canyon Golf Course?
From the back tees, Desert Canyon Golf Course plays 6,175 yards. The course is par 71 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Desert Canyon Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 15, a 411-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Desert Canyon Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Canyon tees (6,175 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Sun (forward) tees (4,891 yards).
Is Desert Canyon Golf Course public or private?
Desert Canyon Golf Course is a public golf course in Fountain Hills, Arizona. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Desert Canyon Golf Course?
Nearby courses include We-Ko-Pa Golf Club (Fort McDowell), Eagle Mountain Golf Club, Longbow Golf Club (Mesa), The Highlands at Brentwood Pitch & Putt (Mesa).
Is there a yardage book for Desert Canyon Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Desert Canyon Golf Course with hole-by-hole maps, shot dispersion analysis, strokes gained heatmaps, and club recommendations tailored to your handicap and distances. You can view it online or download a printable PDF.
Does Desert Canyon Golf Course have strokes gained data?
Yes. Yards Golf Book runs a 1,000-shot Monte Carlo simulation on every hole, factoring in your handicap, club distances, shot shape, and the actual hazard layout. The model recommends the best club and target for each shot.
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