Oh. My. God. This is hands-down the most beautiful golf course I’ve ever played. Right before we teed off, the marshal gave us a warning I’ll never forget: “The first six holes are going to feel really good… and after hole seven, it just gets tougher. And tougher. And tougher.” He was not wrong. The course starts off friendly enough, then slowly turns into a full-on test of golf — elevation changes, tight desert lines, and absolutely zero forgiveness if you miss your spot. I’m not exactly a great golfer, so yes… I donated a lot of golf balls to the Arizona desert 🌵😅. Worth it. Add in record-breaking Phoenix heat, and this Canadian boy was truly put through the wringer — but honestly, that just made it even more memorable. Tough, fair, stunning, and incredibly well maintained. Despite the struggle (and the scorecard), we had an amazing time. If you’re looking for a challenging round with jaw-dropping views, this place is an absolute must-play. I’d recommend it in a heartbeat — just bring extra balls… and water. 🏌️‍♂️🌞🇨🇦

Everything is relative to the price you pay to play. For the price, this was a really good course. Challenging but still playable for the newer golfers in our group.

Visited from NC. First time playing golf in AZ. I had a flight home after golf and we were able to put our luggage in the cart barn. Big plus for that. From the time Mike took our clubs, it was a great experience. The views were stunning. Fairways were very forgiving although I did I get in a little “desert golf”. Greens were perfect. Got paired with a member, Bob. He helped on a couple of lines off the tee. The 10th tee, the highest tee box in AZ was majestic. And don’t pass on the Hot dogs at the turn. Just a beautiful place to play. When I return for my next trip..yes, I will be back, this will be the first and third course I play. Not sure about the “newbie” I’ll play. MAN WHAT A BEAUTIFUL PLACE. Thanks Lookout Mountain staff for all you do to make it a special place.

The best part of my experience wasn’t just the service—it was how personal they made everything feel. I showed up solo as a newer golfer (which was a stretch for me), and honestly didn’t see another female golfer my entire first day. That could have been intimidating, but the team never made it feel that way. From the moment I arrived, I felt welcomed, comfortable, and completely taken care of. Every interaction was genuine, not transactional. The course itself is stunning, extraordinary views throughout, and Hole 10 (the highest tee box in AZ!) was unforgettable. They stored my luggage, took care of my clubs, and even brought my sister out on the course so she could ride along for a bit (she’s not a golfer!). That level of thoughtfulness is rare. Pro tip: take care of your round when you arrive—I thought I had prepaid online and got tracked down mid-round 😄 Once that was handled, everything was seamless. What really stood out? They remembered my name throughout my stay—even when I passed by later heading to the hiking trail.

We recently came down to Phoenix for a guys golf trip and I was referred to Lookout Mountain by a colleague. Of all the courses we played (Talking Stick, Mountain Shadows, Red Mountain), this was by far the most accommodating, friendly and best value of the courses we played. It is a Hilton resort course and the budget may not be high as others but course conditions were phenomenal after all the heat they have had and the views were spectacular. Course overall was a good challenge but easy enough for my high handicap friends. If you are planning a trip, I’d definitely recommend this course to add to the roster. If you have a morning tee time and are staying at a different hotel, I would come early to enjoy their buffet or breakfast deals as the restaurant and pro shop were very welcoming. I will be back and hopefully this helps the next Golf Trip groups.