Sundance

Sundance sits at 900 S. Sundance Parkway in Buckeye, AZ and offers an 18-hole, par-72 golf course running over 6,944 yards, and folks will notice the Bermuda grass fairways and greens hold up well most of the year, which can be nice for regular play, and the rolling terrain gives everyone good views of the White Tank and Estrella Mountains, so it's fine to just pause and look around now and then. The course lets people walk if that's what they want to do, though carts come with the green fees and there are rental clubs available, which helps visitors who didn't bring their own. The dress code requires collared shirts, which is something to keep in mind before coming over, and there's no caddie service, but everything else needed is right inside the clubhouse: a pro shop full of both men's and women's apparel, plenty of gloves, shoes, and equipment, plus rental clubs if someone needs them. There's a driving range, a short-game area, and a putting green for practice, so folks can work on different skills as they like, and golf lessons are offered by PGA professionals, including someone named Thom. The layout is target-style desert golf, with holes set against washes and framed by desert plants, and there are four sets of tees ranging from 5,300 to 7,000 yards, making it accessible for different skill levels. Some holes stand out, like the sixth hole, a 175-yard par-3 that plays over water, and the finishing stretch gets tough, especially with a 250-yard par-3 over a wash, a 490-yard par-4 tagged as the hardest hole, and a par-5 that stretches out to 601 yards from the back tees. There's a fitness center in the clubhouse that covers over 1,000 square feet, and the building itself houses restrooms and a restaurant, along with outdoor seating for relaxing after a round. The property handles group planning and tournaments, runs Men's and Ladies' Clubs, and offers daily rates, annual passes, and punch cards, so there are choices for both visitors and regulars. Parking's available and the spaces and building are wheelchair accessible, which makes moving around easier. Credit cards are accepted, and the club puts out info and news through its E-Club, plus there's a photo gallery for anyone who likes to look ahead at the course and amenities. While you won't find caddies, there's enough on hand-like rental clubs, golf tips, and lessons-that most golfers can focus on enjoying their game, the company, and the mountain views that stretch out behind the fairways.