Sun City West golf courses: all seven, explained.
RCSCW owns and runs seven golf courses for its members: four regulation and three executive. This is the same rundown we give buyers when they tell us golf comes first.
Key takeaways
- RCSCW runs 7 courses: 4 regulation (Deer Valley, Grandview, Pebblebrook, Trail Ridge) and 3 executive (Desert Trails, Echo Mesa, Stardust).
- 2026-27 RCSCW golf cards: Unlimited Annual $4,050, Kachina $895, Coyote $325, Unlimited Twilight $1,635.
- Golf is not included in the $618 per-person annual dues. You buy a card or pay per round.
- Hillcrest, Briarwood and Corte Bella golf clubs operate separately from RCSCW.
The seven RCSCW golf courses
| Course | Type | Address | Where it sits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deer Valley | Regulation | 13975 W Deer Valley Dr | North side of the community |
| Grandview | Regulation | 14260 W Meeker Blvd | Southwest, toward Grand Ave |
| Pebblebrook | Regulation | 18836 N 128th Ave | Southeast, near 128th Ave |
| Trail Ridge | Regulation | 21021 N 151st Ave | West side, off 151st Ave |
| Desert Trails | Executive | 22525 N Executive Way | Far northwest, near Loop 303 |
| Echo Mesa | Executive | 20349 N Echo Mesa Dr | Center of the community |
| Stardust | Executive | 12702 W Stardust Blvd | East side, off Stardust Blvd |
Regulation courses
The four regulation courses are full-length layouts, the ones avid golfers play most and the ones many of our buyers want to live near. Because they are spread across the community, most Sun City West homes are a short golf-cart ride from at least one regulation course.
Executive courses
Executive courses are shorter and usually play faster. They are a great fit for a quick morning nine, for golfers coming back from an injury, or for spouses who play at different levels.
Other golf inside Sun City West
RCSCW's course map also shows three clubs that are not RCSCW courses:
- Hillcrest Golf Club, 20002 N Star Ridge Dr
- Briarwood Golf Club, 20800 N 135th Ave
- Corte Bella Golf Club, 22129 N Mission Dr, inside the guard-gated Corte Bella community
These clubs set their own membership rules and rates, and RCSCW golf cards do not cover them. If you are buying near one of them, we will pull the club's current membership details along with the home's disclosures.
2026-27 Sun City West golf card prices
RCSCW sells discount golf cards for each fiscal year, July 1 through June 30. These are the published prices for July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027:
| Card | 2026-27 price | RCSCW says it pays off if you play | Highest winter rate per round | Highest summer rate per round |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unlimited Annual | $4,050 | 110+ rounds a year | No green fee | No green fee |
| Kachina | $895 | 61-109 rounds a year | $29 | $14 |
| Coyote | $325 | 44-60 rounds a year | $38 | $20 |
| Unlimited Twilight | $1,635 | 61+ rounds a year | No green fee (twilight times) | No green fee (twilight times) |
- Household discount. RCSCW takes $100 off when Unlimited or Kachina cards are bought within the year in the same household.
- Member cards only. The cards above are for RCSCW members. Non-members can buy a separate Public Frequent Play card, listed at $1,600 for 2026-27.
- Where to buy. Cards are sold at the Member Services Office in the R.H. Johnson Recreation Center, 19803 R.H. Johnson Blvd.
- Card surcharge. RCSCW adds a 3% surcharge to credit card payments. Cash, check, debit and portal e-check don't carry it.
- Rates can change. The fee schedule notes that golf rates can be changed by the Governing Board during the year.
Paying per round instead
If you only play now and then, you can skip the card and pay the member rate per round. RCSCW's 2026-27 member rate for 18 holes on a regulation course ranges from $25 in July through September to $48 from November through April, which is peak season. Executive rounds run a few dollars less. For 18 holes, cart rental is listed at $16 per person, and a member range ball card is $90.
Which card fits you?
Count how often you really play during the winter months. Someone who plays two or three times a week in winter and less in summer often lands in Kachina territory. Daily golfers usually do best with the Unlimited card. Someone who plays a couple of times a month is often better off paying per round or buying a Coyote card.
Golf is separate from your RCSCW dues
Each person on the deed pays RCSCW owner member dues: $618 per person for 2026-27. Buyers also pay a one-time $5,750 Asset Preservation Fee at purchase. Those dues give you the recreation centers, clubs and member golf rates, but not green fees or a golf card. For a couple who both golf, the yearly cost is two sets of dues plus whatever each person spends on golf. See our Sun City West homes guide.
Buying a golf course home in Sun City West
- Fairway side vs. view side. On the fairway you get views and easy access, but also stray balls, early mowers and passing players. A home across the street can give you the convenience at a lower price.
- Which course matters. Avid golfers often want a regulation course; casual players may prefer an executive course or a recreation center nearby.
- Cart access. Ask how you would get to the clubhouse by cart, and whether the garage fits a cart and your car.
- Sun exposure. A west-facing back patio on a golf course can get very hot on summer afternoons.
- Condition, not just location. Golf frontage does not make up for an old roof or tired HVAC.
Want a lower-maintenance option near the course? See Sun City West condos, townhomes and patio homes.
Visiting before you buy
Coming from out of state? Play one regulation course and one executive course, then drive the neighborhoods around each. PORA's Sun City West Visitors Center at 13815 W Camino del Sol offers community information and free guided tours. Then we can line up homes near the courses you liked best.
How we help golf-focused buyers
When a buyer tells us golf comes first, we build the search around the course, not just the house. We show you homes near your favorite layout, explain the dues and golf card math for your household, and point out what to inspect on a golf course lot. Already own near a course? Start with a free home valuation.
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Frequently asked questions
How many golf courses are in Sun City West?
RCSCW owns and operates seven courses: four regulation (Deer Valley, Grandview, Pebblebrook and Trail Ridge) and three executive (Desert Trails, Echo Mesa and Stardust). Hillcrest and Briarwood are also inside the community but operate separately, so PORA counts nine courses in total.
How much is a Sun City West golf card for 2026-27?
For July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, RCSCW lists the Unlimited Annual card at $4,050, Kachina at $895, Coyote at $325 and Unlimited Twilight at $1,635. A $100 household discount applies to Unlimited or Kachina cards bought within the year in the same household. Confirm current prices with RCSCW.
Is golf included in Sun City West dues?
No. The $618 per-person annual RCSCW dues for 2026-27 give members access to facilities and member golf rates. Green fees, golf cards and cart rentals are extra.
Can non-residents play Sun City West golf courses?
Yes. RCSCW publishes public play rates and sells a Public Frequent Play card ($1,600 for 2026-27), so non-members can play, though at higher rates than members. Check with the pro shop about current tee time rules.
Are Hillcrest and Briarwood part of RCSCW?
No. RCSCW's course map lists Hillcrest and Briarwood (along with Corte Bella Golf Club) as separate from the seven RCSCW courses. RCSCW golf cards don't apply there.
Which Sun City West golf course is best for beginners?
Many newer or returning golfers start on the executive courses, Desert Trails, Echo Mesa and Stardust, because they are shorter and play faster. Members can play any RCSCW course, so try a few.
Keep exploring
Plan a golf-focused tour.
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