Pia Wyer
Chaparral Pines
Overview
About an hour and a half northeast of Phoenix, Chaparral Pines is a private mountain course designed by two-time major champion David Graham. The course—formerly owned by Phil Mickelson—is tight and demanding with tall pines and rocky outcroppings guarding many landing areas. The heavily wooded mountain setting is unique for Arizona, with a feel more reminiscent of golf in the Lake Tahoe area.
About
Awards
Ranking history:
Best in State: Ranked 13th, 2019-'20. Ranked 16th, 2021-'22. Ranked 19th, 2013-'14. Ranked 20th, 2011-'12, 2017-'18, 2023-'24. Ranked 22nd, 2015-'16. Ranked 23rd, 2025-'26.
Previous ranking: 20th.
2025-'26 ranking: 23rd.
Panelists
Ratings from our panel of 1,900 course-ranking panelists
100 GREATEST/BEST IN STATE SCORES
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Reviews
Review
“The Golf Club At Chaparral Pines is a nice private course in Northern Arizona. The course is extremely narrow and penal if you're having issues off the tee. With that being said, the views will help take your mind off the bad shots. The course is set against the Rim of northern Arizona and outlined by thousands of massive trees. This is a unique experience for the Arizona landscape. This course has a feeling of being in the middle of nature. I was pleased with the experience, the only issues was the course conditions in some spots."
Read More2024
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“Awesome track, great staff. Brandan in the pro shop took great care of us. Beautiful setting in the mountain pines, neat layout and thoughtful design."
Read More2022
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“a definite must if you have the opportunity to play this private club. incredible course with breath taking views. Lots of wildlife and impeccable playing conditions."
Read More2022
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“Well conditioned course with lots of character. Tree lined fairways are pinched at points making for a long day if you are struggling off the tee. Green complexes are above average."
Read More2021
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“If you are hitting the ball well with accuracy the day you play you will do well here. There are some doglegs through trees that require accuracy as well as may straight away holes with more generous landing areas. It was in good condition the day I played here. I enjoyed this course and will come back."
Read More2018
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“Nice mountain golf experience with difficult course in great condition"
Read More2018
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