Zagat
Survey (Scale of 0 to 30)
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Facilities |
Service |
Value |
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26 |
25 |
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The
Yavapai Indian Nation "is in process of developing
a world-class" facility, and its "new course"
is "killer" already, with "interesting
varied terrain and elevation changes", an "excellent
practice area" and a "nice clubhouse with
a wonderful patio for drinking" down cocktails
and drinking in "unbelievable views" of namesake
Four Peaks Mountain; "the best part is ther's no
housing", and the land-loving folks here insist
there never will be, making it the "best value
in the Valley" for nature seekers. |
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Profile: Located about 30 minutes north-east of Phoenix, adjacent to
the Fort McDowell Casino, We-Ko-Pa Golf Club is a desert-style
course, inspired by the culture of the Yavapai Indian Nation.
We-Ko-Pa Golf COurse is a spectacular 7,225-yard 18-hole golf
course nestled within a dramatic, natural desert setting.
The course is located within the boundaries of the Fort McDowell.
Open since December 14, 2001, We-Ko-Pa Golf Club is the Fort
McDowell Yavapai Nation’s stunning new golf course. Featuring
an authentic tribute to the local Yavapai tribe, We-Ko-Pa
Golf Club pays homage to the original dwellers of the land.
Located
in Fountain Hills, on the east edge of Scottsdale, WE-Ko-Pa
(the Yavapai pronunciation for “Four Peaks Mountain”)
presents a unique alternative to the already upscale Scottsdale
golf market. Designed by noted golf course architect Scott
Miller, the golf course was created to play a challenging
7,225 yards from the back tees, but with multiple tee boxes
that are well-spaced to cater to players of all calibers.
In addition, there are no-nor will there ever be – residences
on the golf course, yielding some of the most dramatic and
“natural” views of the surrounding mountain ranges
including the Four Peaks, McDowell Mountains, Red Mountains
and the Superstitions.
Another
distinguishing factor of the golf course is the ample amount
of natural mesquite, palo verde, saguaros, shrubbery and desert
vegetation that sprawl through the arroyos and canyons of
We-Ko-Pa, creating a lush desert feel.
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