Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course
About Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course
Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Scottsdale, Arizona (85262). The course was designed by Jack Nicklaus and established in 1987. From the Golden Bear (Gold Flags) tees, the course plays to 7,903 yards with a par of 72. The Golden Bear (Gold Flags) tees carry a slope rating of 150 and a course rating of 77.7.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 150, Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course is one of the more challenging courses in Arizona, playing harder than 97% of courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 23 tee sets ranging from 4,418 to 7,903 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Arizona offers year-round golf. Winter months (November through March) are peak season with comfortable temperatures and strong demand. Summer rounds often benefit from lower rates and faster pace.
Par
72
Length
7,903
Slope
150
Rating
77.7
Course Difficulty Analysis
150
This Course
130
AZ Average
113
US Average
Based on 234 rated courses in Arizona
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Golden Bear (Gold Flags) | 150 | 77.7 | 439 | 468 | 488 | 227 | 627 | 189 | 438 | 507 | 615 | 3998 | 611 | 414 | 210 | 521 | 237 | 663 | 184 | 602 | 463 | 3905 | 7,903 |
Tee 1 (Gold Flags) | 145 | 74.8 | 429 | 426 | 451 | 209 | 604 | 173 | 385 | 461 | 574 | 3712 | 570 | 378 | 196 | 510 | 220 | 627 | 172 | 567 | 434 | 3674 | 7,386 |
Golden Bear (White Flags) | 144 | 74.1 | 395 | 454 | 465 | 196 | 533 | 162 | 361 | 468 | 576 | 3610 | 550 | 378 | 184 | 476 | 218 | 632 | 184 | 550 | 439 | 3611 | 7,221 |
Tee 2 (Gold Flags) | 137 | 72.7 | 400 | 417 | 431 | 192 | 583 | 168 | 353 | 437 | 524 | 3505 | 523 | 350 | 181 | 475 | 206 | 612 | 158 | 534 | 422 | 3461 | 6,966 |
Tee 1 (White Flags) | 134 | 71.1 | 384 | 412 | 428 | 180 | 510 | 145 | 308 | 423 | 538 | 3328 | 509 | 342 | 169 | 465 | 202 | 595 | 172 | 517 | 410 | 3381 | 6,709 |
Tee 3 (Gold Flags) | 133 | 70.7 | 379 | 402 | 410 | 171 | 547 | 157 | 340 | 402 | 508 | 3316 | 492 | 338 | 164 | 450 | 170 | 584 | 150 | 512 | 373 | 3233 | 6,549 |
Combo (White Flags) | 130 | 70.2 | 355 | 412 | 407 | 166 | 487 | 145 | 308 | 398 | 487 | 3165 | 509 | 342 | 155 | 429 | 191 | 580 | 158 | 517 | 398 | 3279 | 6,444 |
Tee 2 (White Flags) | 126 | 69.7 | 355 | 403 | 407 | 166 | 487 | 136 | 276 | 398 | 487 | 3115 | 461 | 314 | 155 | 429 | 191 | 580 | 158 | 485 | 398 | 3171 | 6,286 |
Tee 4 (Gold Flags) | 144 | 74.6 | 328 | 369 | 385 | 162 | 525 | 156 | 321 | 372 | 478 | 3096 | 481 | 305 | 150 | 389 | 154 | 526 | 135 | 471 | 359 | 2970 | 6,066 |
Tee 4 (Gold Flags) | 127 | 68.5 | 328 | 369 | 385 | 162 | 525 | 156 | 321 | 372 | 478 | 3096 | 481 | 305 | 150 | 389 | 154 | 526 | 135 | 471 | 359 | 2970 | 6,066 |
Tee 3 (White Flags) | 140 | 73.7 | 334 | 388 | 386 | 136 | 453 | 124 | 263 | 364 | 471 | 2919 | 431 | 302 | 138 | 404 | 158 | 553 | 150 | 465 | 349 | 2950 | 5,869 |
Tee 3 (White Flags) | 120 | 67.3 | 334 | 388 | 386 | 136 | 453 | 124 | 263 | 364 | 471 | 2919 | 431 | 302 | 138 | 404 | 158 | 553 | 150 | 465 | 349 | 2950 | 5,869 |
Tee 5 (Gold Flags) | 141 | 72.0 | 312 | 351 | 312 | 148 | 516 | 137 | 300 | 352 | 460 | 2888 | 466 | 279 | 137 | 372 | 131 | 477 | 122 | 451 | 316 | 2751 | 5,639 |
Tee 5 (Gold Flags) | 119 | 66.3 | 312 | 351 | 312 | 148 | 516 | 137 | 300 | 352 | 460 | 2888 | 466 | 279 | 137 | 372 | 131 | 477 | 122 | 451 | 316 | 2751 | 5,639 |
Tee 4 (White Flags) | 133 | 70.7 | 283 | 355 | 361 | 130 | 431 | 123 | 244 | 333 | 441 | 2701 | 419 | 272 | 124 | 344 | 133 | 496 | 135 | 425 | 335 | 2683 | 5,384 |
Tee 4 (White Flags) | 113 | 65.0 | 283 | 355 | 361 | 130 | 431 | 123 | 244 | 333 | 441 | 2701 | 419 | 272 | 124 | 344 | 133 | 496 | 135 | 425 | 335 | 2683 | 5,384 |
Tee 6 (Gold Flags) | 130 | 69.1 | 273 | 299 | 305 | 113 | 472 | 126 | 273 | 266 | 423 | 2550 | 405 | 262 | 141 | 339 | 131 | 453 | 122 | 435 | 291 | 2579 | 5,129 |
Tee 6 (Gold Flags) | 110 | 64.7 | 273 | 299 | 305 | 113 | 472 | 126 | 273 | 266 | 423 | 2550 | 405 | 262 | 141 | 339 | 131 | 453 | 122 | 435 | 291 | 2579 | 5,129 |
Tee 5 (White Flags) | 126 | 68.4 | 266 | 337 | 289 | 116 | 420 | 104 | 224 | 312 | 423 | 2491 | 404 | 246 | 113 | 326 | 121 | 445 | 122 | 407 | 292 | 2476 | 4,967 |
Tee 5 (White Flags) | 106 | 63.0 | 266 | 337 | 289 | 116 | 420 | 104 | 224 | 312 | 423 | 2491 | 404 | 246 | 113 | 326 | 121 | 445 | 122 | 407 | 292 | 2476 | 4,967 |
Combo (White Flags) | 121 | 67.7 | 266 | 285 | 289 | 116 | 377 | 104 | 224 | 312 | 385 | 2358 | 404 | 246 | 113 | 294 | 121 | 422 | 122 | 407 | 267 | 2396 | 4,754 |
Tee 6 (White Flags) | 118 | 65.9 | 228 | 285 | 279 | 70 | 377 | 96 | 196 | 228 | 385 | 2144 | 343 | 228 | 108 | 294 | 121 | 422 | 122 | 369 | 267 | 2274 | 4,418 |
Tee 6 (White Flags) | 102 | 61.4 | 228 | 285 | 279 | 70 | 377 | 96 | 196 | 228 | 385 | 2144 | 343 | 228 | 108 | 294 | 121 | 422 | 122 | 369 | 267 | 2274 | 4,418 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 15 | 17 | 9 | 13 | 6 | 12 | 16 | 8 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 4 | 10 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course offers 23 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Golden Bear (Gold Flags) | 7,903 | 150 | 77.7 | 0-5 |
Tee 1 (Gold Flags) | 7,386 | 145 | 74.8 | 0-5 |
Golden Bear (White Flags) | 7,221 | 144 | 74.1 | 0-5 |
Tee 2 (Gold Flags) | 6,966 | 137 | 72.7 | 0-5 |
Tee 1 (White Flags) | 6,709 | 134 | 71.1 | 0-5 |
Tee 3 (Gold Flags) | 6,549 | 133 | 70.7 | 5-15 |
Combo (White Flags) | 6,444 | 130 | 70.2 | 5-15 |
Tee 2 (White Flags) | 6,286 | 126 | 69.7 | 5-15 |
Tee 4 (Gold Flags) | 6,066 | 144 | 74.6 | 12-22 |
Tee 4 (Gold Flags) | 6,066 | 127 | 68.5 | 12-22 |
Tee 3 (White Flags) | 5,869 | 140 | 73.7 | 12-22 |
Tee 3 (White Flags) | 5,869 | 120 | 67.3 | 12-22 |
Tee 5 (Gold Flags) | 5,639 | 141 | 72.0 | 20-30 |
Tee 5 (Gold Flags) | 5,639 | 119 | 66.3 | 20-30 |
Tee 4 (White Flags) | 5,384 | 133 | 70.7 | 20-30 |
Tee 4 (White Flags) | 5,384 | 113 | 65.0 | 20-30 |
Tee 6 (Gold Flags) | 5,129 | 130 | 69.1 | 20-30 |
Tee 6 (Gold Flags) | 5,129 | 110 | 64.7 | 20-30 |
Tee 5 (White Flags) | 4,967 | 126 | 68.4 | 25+ |
Tee 5 (White Flags) | 4,967 | 106 | 63.0 | 25+ |
Combo (White Flags) | 4,754 | 121 | 67.7 | 25+ |
Tee 6 (White Flags) | 4,418 | 118 | 65.9 | 25+ |
Tee 6 (White Flags) | 4,418 | 102 | 61.4 | 25+ |
Amenities at Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course
Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, tee times at Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course are available to members and their guests. Use Stymie's Group Finder for guest access. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course is a private golf course located in Scottsdale, AZ. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course have?expand_more
Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1987. The course was designed by Jack Nicklaus.
What is the yardage at Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course?expand_more
From the Golden Bear (White Flags) tees, Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course plays to 7,221 yards (par 72). The course offers 23 tee sets ranging from 4,418 to 7,903 yards.
What is the slope rating at Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course?expand_more
The Golden Bear (Gold Flags) tees at Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course have a slope rating of 150 and a course rating of 77.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course. You can also visit their website directly at https://desertmountain.com/nicklaus-golf/renegade/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course offer?expand_more
Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course located?expand_more
Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course is located at 10550 North Desert Mountain Parkway in Scottsdale, AZ 85262. You can reach them at +1 888 883 1323;+1 480 595 4000.
What is the difficulty level at Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course?expand_more
Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 150. It plays harder than 97% of golf courses in Arizona. The average slope rating in Arizona is 130. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course?expand_more
Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course offers 23 tee sets. Golden Bear (Gold Flags) tees (7,903 yards, slope 150) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Tee 6 (White Flags) tees (4,418 yards, slope 102) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course should play the Tee 6 (White Flags) tees, which play 4,418 yards with a slope of 102. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Tee 3 (White Flags) tees (slope 120, rating 67.3) at Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course would have a course handicap of 11 and an expected score of approximately 83. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Desert Mountain Renegade Golf Course takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.