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Set against the pristine landscape of Arizona's Sonoran Desert, the Cholla Course at We-Ko-Pa Golf Club offers an unforgettable desert golf experience that combines stunning natural beauty with strategic shot-making. Designed by renowned architect Scott Miller, the course winds through rolling desert terrain, dramatic elevation changes, rugged arroyos, and towering saguaro cacti, creating a layout that is both visually spectacular and rewarding for golfers of all skill levels.

Unlike many desert courses, Cholla is completely free of homes and commercial development, allowing players to immerse themselves in the untouched surroundings and panoramic views of Four Peaks, the McDowell Mountains, and the Superstition Mountains. Thoughtfully designed risk-reward opportunities, immaculate course conditions, and memorable finishing holes have made Cholla one of Arizona's premier public golf destinations. Whether you're visiting for a bucket-list golf trip or adding it to a Scottsdale getaway, Cholla delivers championship-caliber golf in one of the most scenic settings in the Southwest.

Recent accolades include:

Golfweek's 2014 Best Public Access Course In Arizona 
#1 - Saguaro 
#4 - Cholla

Golfweek's 2013 Best Public Access Course In Arizona 
#1 - Saguaro 
#4 - Cholla

Golfweek's 2012 Best Public Access Course In Arizona 
#1 - Saguaro 
#3 - Cholla

GolfTroop Arizona Review

GolfTroop clients #1 booked course for 2018/2019 and there are limitless reasons why. Easily the best valued 5-star course in the area, if there is one option to pay a bit more for the experience We Ko Pa is it hands down. Both courses are so different, with Saguaro more designed with the natural terrain of the area. Cholla is comprised of natural landscape and good old golf course engineering to bring more elevation and human manipulation into effect. With no houses insight you truly are in the middle of the desert on one of the most scenic courses in AZ. If you have a moment in between shots take a look at the wide variety of mountain ranges, but do not be distracted and make that birdie putt! If you are visiting for the first time or a seasoned vet to AZ golf, We Ko Pa will give you everything you need to see the vast variety of desert vegetation and indigenous species of wildlife. John Wayne would definitely give his stamp of approval and I know you will too! After your round, explore the beautiful We Ko Pa resort at their more upscale dining experience or turn a profit at the Fort McDowell casino right down the road.

Availability

Upcoming Maintenance Schedule

Date Type Recovery
Sep 19, 2026 Sep 19, 2026 Double Course Buyout
Sep 20, 2026 Sep 20, 2026 Double Course Buyout

We-Ko-Pa - Cholla/Saguaro

Arizona Rating
Price Range: Premium      
Rating:

73.4
Slope:

138
Par:

72
Distance:

7225