Desert Trails Golf Course Sun City West, Arizona
Desert Trails Golf Course is a par-61 public course in Sun City West, Arizona, playing 4,027 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 61.6 and slope of 97.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 61 (11 par 3s, 7 par 4s, 0 par 5s) |
| Length | 4,027 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 61.6 / 97 |
| Tee Options | 7 |
| Location | Sun City West, Arizona, USA |
| Coordinates | 33.6883, -112.3883 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 4,027 | 61 | 61.6 | 97 |
| White | 3,696 | 61 | 59.8 | 92 |
| Red | 3,090 | 61 | 57.1 | 82 |
| Blue | 4,027 | 61 | 61.6 | 97 |
| White/Blue | 3,852 | 61 | 61.8 | 96 |
| White | 3,696 | 61 | 59.8 | 92 |
| Red | 3,090 | 61 | 57.1 | 82 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 61.6/97 | 295 | 182 | 154 | 121 | 172 | 395 | 214 | 128 | 323 | 1984 | 351 | 139 | 181 | 239 | 171 | 370 | 121 | 150 | 321 | 2043 | 4027 |
| White 59.8/92 | 281 | 158 | 139 | 106 | 153 | 373 | 199 | 125 | 292 | 1826 | 336 | 115 | 160 | 225 | 142 | 353 | 109 | 138 | 292 | 1870 | 3696 |
| Red 57.1/82 | 250 | 138 | 103 | 78 | 106 | 340 | 170 | 84 | 259 | 1528 | 292 | 91 | 121 | 191 | 114 | 316 | 85 | 86 | 266 | 1562 | 3090 |
| Blue 61.6/97 | 295 | 182 | 154 | 121 | 172 | 395 | 214 | 128 | 323 | 1984 | 351 | 139 | 181 | 239 | 171 | 370 | 121 | 150 | 321 | 2043 | 4027 |
| White/Blue 61.8/96 | 281 | 182 | 139 | 106 | 153 | 395 | 199 | 125 | 323 | 1903 | 336 | 115 | 181 | 225 | 171 | 353 | 109 | 138 | 321 | 1949 | 3852 |
| White 59.8/92 | 281 | 158 | 139 | 106 | 153 | 373 | 199 | 125 | 292 | 1826 | 336 | 115 | 160 | 225 | 142 | 353 | 109 | 138 | 292 | 1870 | 3696 |
| Red 57.1/82 | 250 | 138 | 103 | 78 | 106 | 340 | 170 | 84 | 259 | 1528 | 292 | 91 | 121 | 191 | 114 | 316 | 85 | 86 | 266 | 1562 | 3090 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 30 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 31 | 61 |
| Hdcp | 6 | 12 | 14 | 18 | 10 | 2 | 4 | 16 | 8 | 3 | 17 | 5 | 9 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 13 | 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: Blue (4,027 yards, 61.6/97)
The back tees offer the full test. and respect the #1 handicap hole 15 (par 4, 370 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (3,696 yards, 59.8/92)
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+: Red (3,090 yards, 57.1/82)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 4 (78 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 370 yards it requires two solid shots to find the green.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 121 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 395 yards. A monster that requires precision off the tee and a quality long approach.
The #3 handicap hole. A 351-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Desert Trails Golf Course?
Desert Trails Golf Course has a course rating of 61.6 and slope of 97 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 57.1 with a slope of 82.
How long is Desert Trails Golf Course?
From the back tees, Desert Trails Golf Course plays 4,027 yards. The course is par 61 with 18 holes (11 par 3s, 7 par 4s, 0 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Desert Trails Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 15, a 370-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Desert Trails Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (4,027 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (3,090 yards).
Is Desert Trails Golf Course public or private?
Desert Trails Golf Course is a public golf course in Sun City West, Arizona. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Desert Trails Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Deer Valley Golf Course (Sun City West), Grandview Golf Course (Sun City West), Cimarron Golf Club (Surprise), Hillcrest Golf Club (Sun City West).
Is there a yardage book for Desert Trails Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Desert Trails 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 Trails 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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