Golf around Prescott combines high-desert scenery, mountain terrain and a mix of public courses and private country clubs. Visiting golfers can play 36 holes at Antelope Hills in Prescott, take on the elevation changes at StoneRidge in Prescott Valley, or head southeast to Prescott Golf Club in Dewey.
Private clubs such as The Club at Prescott Lakes, Capital Canyon Club and Talking Rock add another side to the area's golf scene, but public access varies. For most visitors, the main decision is whether to stay close to Prescott or build golf into a wider day trip.
Start with Antelope Hills for public golf in Prescott itself. StoneRidge in Prescott Valley and Prescott Golf Club in Dewey are the strongest nearby public-access alternatives.
Best Golf Courses Near Prescott
Antelope Hills Golf Courses
Location: Prescott
Access: Public
Best for: First-time golf visitors and players who want two courses in one location
Antelope Hills is Prescott's primary public golf complex, offering two 18-hole courses with distinctly different personalities.
The North Course is the older, more traditional layout, with tree-lined fairways and a classic parkland feel. The South Course is more open, with broader views of the surrounding high-desert landscape and mountains.
- Two 18-hole courses
- Public tee times
- Driving range and practice facilities
- Golf instruction
- Pro shop
- On-site dining
For a first-time golf visitor staying in Prescott, Antelope Hills is usually the easiest place to begin. You can play public golf without leaving the city, and golfers staying several days can experience both courses.
StoneRidge Golf Course
Location: Prescott Valley
Access: Public
Best for: Elevation changes, high-desert views and a more demanding round
StoneRidge Golf Course sits in the foothills above Prescott Valley and uses the surrounding terrain to create one of the area's more visually dramatic rounds.
Elevation changes, natural desert terrain and broad views across Prescott Valley give StoneRidge a very different character from the more traditional North Course at Antelope Hills.
- 18-hole golf course
- Public tee times
- Practice facilities
- Golf instruction
- Golf shop
- On-site dining
StoneRidge is particularly appealing to golfers who enjoy courses where terrain and elevation are a significant part of the challenge.
Prescott Golf Club
Location: Dewey-Humboldt
Access: Public tee times available
Best for: Traditional golf, recreational players and mountain views
Prescott Golf Club is southeast of Prescott between the Mingus and Bradshaw mountain ranges. Its traditional layout combines tree-lined fairways with the open scenery of Arizona's central highlands.
Multiple tee options make the course approachable for recreational golfers while still providing enough distance and challenge for more experienced players.
- 18-hole course
- Public tee-time booking
- Practice facilities
- Putting and chipping areas
- Golf instruction
- On-site dining
Private Golf Clubs in Prescott
Prescott also has several private golf communities. These courses are an important part of the local golf landscape, but visitors should not assume public tee times are available.
The Club at Prescott Lakes
The Club at Prescott Lakes is a private residential club built around an 18-hole championship course designed by Hale Irwin. The club combines golf with dining, fitness, swimming, tennis, pickleball and other private-club amenities.
Capital Canyon Club
Capital Canyon Club is a private golf and social club in the Hassayampa area southwest of downtown Prescott. Its Tom Weiskopf-designed course occupies a more mountainous setting, with ponderosa pine, rock formations and substantial elevation changes.
The setting is a good example of how quickly Prescott's golf landscape can change from open high desert to pine-covered mountain terrain.
Talking Rock
Talking Rock is a private golf community north of central Prescott with an 18-hole championship course designed by Jay Morrish. The course follows the area's natural high-desert terrain and is surrounded by broad views of northern Arizona's mountains and open landscape.
Talking Rock primarily serves members, residents and eligible guests rather than travelers looking for a public tee time.
Guest, reciprocal and membership policies vary. Contact the individual club before planning a trip around a private course.
Public Golf Beyond Prescott
Golfers willing to drive farther can add a round to a day trip into the Verde Valley.
Agave Highlands Golf Course
Location: Cornville
Access: Public
Best for: Combining golf with a Verde Valley day trip
Agave Highlands is an 18-hole public course in Cornville with views toward Mingus Mountain and a high-desert layout incorporating natural washes and changing terrain.
Because of its location, the course makes the most sense for Prescott visitors who are already planning to explore the Verde Valley.
Coyote Trails Golf Course
Location: Cottonwood
Access: Public
Best for: A shorter round during a Cottonwood or Verde Valley outing
Coyote Trails is a nine-hole course in Cottonwood. Its shorter format can work well when golf is only part of the day's itinerary rather than the main event.
Consider combining a round with Cottonwood, Jerome or another Verde Valley destination. See our day trips from Prescott guide for more ideas.
Planning a Prescott Golf Trip
Which golf course should you choose?
- Antelope Hills: Best overall public option within Prescott
- StoneRidge: Best for dramatic terrain and elevation changes
- Prescott Golf Club: Best for a more traditional golf experience
- Agave Highlands: Best if golf is part of a Verde Valley day trip
- Coyote Trails: Best for a shorter round while visiting Cottonwood
When is the best time to golf in Prescott?
Prescott sits at more than 5,000 feet in elevation, creating a golf climate that is considerably different from Phoenix and Scottsdale.
- Spring: Increasingly comfortable daytime conditions, although mornings can remain cool.
- Summer: Much cooler than Arizona's lower deserts, making Prescott popular with golfers escaping Phoenix-area heat. Afternoon monsoon thunderstorms can interrupt play.
- Fall: Often one of the most comfortable periods for golf, with cooler days and generally pleasant conditions.
- Winter: Golf may be possible, but freezing temperatures, frost and occasional snow can delay or temporarily close courses.
Check the Prescott weather before booking a winter round or planning afternoon golf during monsoon season.
Which course is best for beginners?
Antelope Hills and Prescott Golf Club both provide multiple tee options, allowing recreational golfers to choose a distance appropriate for their ability.
Beginners should pay more attention to tee selection and course difficulty than simply choosing the shortest course.
Which course is best for experienced golfers?
StoneRidge is one of the more interesting public options for experienced players who enjoy elevation changes, demanding terrain and visually challenging golf.
Antelope Hills also works well for a multi-round trip because its two courses provide different styles of play without requiring a drive to another community.
Can you plan a Prescott golf weekend?
Yes. Prescott and the surrounding communities make it easy to play several different courses during one trip.
- Day 1: Play one of the Antelope Hills courses in Prescott.
- Day 2: Play StoneRidge in Prescott Valley.
- Day 3: Play Prescott Golf Club in Dewey or head into the Verde Valley for golf and sightseeing.
Staying in Prescott keeps restaurants, nightlife and other activities nearby when you're off the course. Compare Prescott hotels and hotels near Whiskey Row when planning a golf getaway.
What can non-golfers do?
A golf trip doesn't require everyone to spend the day on the course. While golfers play a morning round, other travelers can explore downtown Prescott, museums, shops, lakes and trails.
Browse our things to do in Prescott and Prescott attractions guides for more ideas.
Tee-time availability, rates, course conditions, frost delays, maintenance schedules and guest-access policies can change. Confirm current information with the golf course before building your itinerary around a particular round.
Prescott Golf FAQ
What are the best public golf courses near Prescott?
Antelope Hills is the primary public golf complex within Prescott and offers two 18-hole courses. StoneRidge in Prescott Valley and Prescott Golf Club in Dewey provide additional public-access golf in the greater Prescott area.
How many golf courses does Antelope Hills have?
Antelope Hills has two 18-hole courses, giving golfers 36 holes of public golf in Prescott.
Can visitors play StoneRidge Golf Course?
Yes. StoneRidge Golf Course in Prescott Valley offers public play and is one of the most distinctive nearby options for golfers who enjoy elevation changes and high-desert terrain.
Can visitors play Prescott Golf Club?
Yes. Prescott Golf Club in Dewey offers public tee times.
Are there private golf clubs in Prescott?
Yes. Private clubs in the Prescott area include The Club at Prescott Lakes, Capital Canyon Club and Talking Rock. Guest-access policies vary, so contact the individual club for current requirements.
Does Prescott have year-round golf?
Golf can be available throughout the year, but winter conditions are less predictable. Frost, freezing temperatures and occasional snow can delay or temporarily prevent play.
What is the best season for a Prescott golf trip?
Spring through fall generally provides the most predictable golf conditions. Summer is considerably cooler than Arizona's lower desert golf destinations, while fall often brings particularly comfortable daytime temperatures.
