Troon North vs. Desert Mountain
Semi-private public-access golf at Troon North vs. equity-membership private at Desert Mountain — the classic north-Scottsdale comparison.
Side-by-side
Troon North fits buyers who want premier desert golf without a six-figure initiation. Desert Mountain fits buyers who want a private community with multiple courses, robust dining, and an equity stake.
Desert-mountain golf with two of America’s top-100 public courses
Troon North is the original desert-mountain golf destination in North Scottsdale. The Monument and Pinnacle courses—both consistently ranked among America’s top-100 public courses—weave through granite boulders, ancient saguaros, and dramatic elevation changes.
Seven Jack Nicklaus signature courses inside one private community
Desert Mountain spans 8,000 acres in the high Sonoran Desert and is home to seven Jack Nicklaus signature courses — more than any other community in the world. Members enjoy nine restaurants, a 60,000 sq ft sports club, and 20+ miles of private hiking trails.