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18 Holes | Par 72 | 7,293 Yards

For the Daring Shot-Takers

Delight in the sheer drama of teeing off at Geronimo, which is considered to be the most visually intimidating course at Desert Mountain. Fluctuating elevations, deep ravines, and broad fairways make for consistently challenging play as the course winds its way through nature and over stunning desert plateaus. The excitement begins at the first hole, a 570-yard par-5 that drops to a broad fairway and demands a powerful second shot to get into attack position. Don’t let the gentility of the first nine holes deceive you — the back nine are a legitimate test of your skills.

COURSE FACT

Described by Jack Nicklaus as “the strong-looking course,” Geronimo has a powerful finish with a par-3 that requires a lengthy tee shot to a sloping green, right in front of the area’s joint clubhouse.

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GERONIMO CLUBHOUSE

Flyover Highlight

Set Your Sights High

Geronimo’s target fairways and island greens give every golfer more opportunities to “play it in the air.” While the course can look intimidating from the tee, Jack Nicklaus included a safe approach on many holes for more conservative players who want to avoid the forced carry. Shorter par-4 holes like #8 and #14 have very challenging greens that either have multiple tiers or are much deeper than they appear. Elevation changes create blind tee shots and blind approaches to the greens, so you must rely on your sight lines, distances, and the helpful flyover video below to note what lies ahead.

Signature holes: #1, #6, #11, #18

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Clubhouse Highlight

The Center of Attention

Servicing both the Cochise and Geronimo Golf Courses, the 52,000-square-foot Cochise/Geronimo Clubhouse is a masterpiece of Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired design, artfully blending historic Native American, desert, and contemporary architectural styles. The dramatic structure houses our renowned Western art collection, the luxurious men’s and women’s locker rooms, the Concierge and Golf Operations offices, an elaborate retail boutique and pro shop, and a practice facility consisting of two dedicated short game areas, a two-sided range, and multiple putting greens.

Restaurant Highlight

A Destination for Celebrations

Host to many of our largest member gatherings, this spacious clubhouse serves up panoramic desert views and a variety of distinctive dining experiences, from lively themed dinner events in the main dining room to al fresco breakfasts and laid-back lunches at The Range House. All of Desert Mountain’s 10 restaurants and grills are helmed by our Culinary Director, Chef Bertrand Bouquin, a world-renowned, French-born chef who has achieved the most coveted distinction and highest honor as a Maître Cuisinier de France.

Testimonials

So blessed to live and play here.
Life is good!
- Mark N, Member

AWARDS

Top 25 Arizona Courses - Golf Digest
Top 100 Residential Courses - Golfweek
Ranked in Top 10 Courses in Arizona - Golf Digest
Ranked as #9 in Arizona - Arizona Republic

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