PURE GOLF
DESERT FOREST GOLF CLUB
A club dedicated to preserving a rich history rooted in tradition, simplicity and love of the game. Pure golf.
BEAUTY. CHARACTER. AUTHENTICY.
The course is a true original, designed with respect for the contours of the native ground, and considered to be the first desert-style links course ever built. Red Lawrence’s pioneering approach to the Desert Forest course design has blazed the trail for desert courses for decades.
Immaculate course condition is always maintained and available for play year-round.
A TRUE ORIGINAL DESIGNED WITH RESPECT FOR THE CONTOURS OF THE NATIVE GROUND
Desert Forest is ranked #48 in Golfweek's list of
Top 200 Modern Courses
"The Desert Forest Golf Club enjoys a significant place in the history of golf course design for it was, by about two decades, the forerunner of the modern target-oriented game that has made golf in the southwestern desert possible."
"A unique and challenging test of the highest order, Desert Forest rates among the region's very best, and remains a genuine must-see for students of American golf course design."
WARM, WELCOMING AND RELAXED ATMOSPHERE
Desert Forest is an unpretentious club with a big heart. We are passionate about the condition of our golf course, the talent of our staff, the experiences of our members.
DESIGNED FOR WALKING GOLFERS
Golfers of all ages regularly walk the course, enjoying the views of the scenic Sonoran Desert. (We also have a fleet of golf carts.)
CHALLENGING AND ENGAGING
Desert Forest’s natural minimalist design makes it playable and challenging to players of all skill levels.
STORIED HISTORY
Desert Forest Golf Club is considered to be the first desert course ever built.
Membership at Desert Forest Golf Club is offered by invitation and must be sponsored. What does that mean? It means we embrace new members who want to enjoy camaraderie and fellowship fostered by the game of golf.
We understand that many potential members do not have connections at Desert Forest, and to that end we offer individuals interested in membership, along with their spouses, the assistance of the Admissions Committee to develop relationships with potential sponsors.