PEORIA PINES GOLF & RESTAURANT

The desert wind whistles through towering pines on this elevated plateau track, where altitude meets Arizona's Sonoran landscape in an unlikely marriage that actually works. Target golf dominates the design philosophy here, demanding precision over power as rocky washes and desert vegetation punish wayward shots while rewarding strategic thinking. The greens roll true year-round thanks to the higher elevation, and the restaurant's post-round patio offers panoramic views that remind you why desert golf beats links courses in January.