The Wigwam Golf Resort in Litchfield Park, Arizona has three 18-hole championship golf courses. The original Wigwam Golf Club was established by Robert Trent Jones, Sr. , who is recognized as one of American’s most famous golf course architects. The three courses are known as The Gold, The Blue and The Red. Each course offers unique beauty and challenges. The resort features 331 accommodations ranging from simple guestrooms to luxury suites. The design of the resort features Southwestern colors and adobe casita charm. Find out more at the Wigwam Resort website.

Located about 3 1/2 hours from Show Low, Sedona is a popular destination because of its scenic Red Rocks, which provide an awe-inspiring backdrop at the Sedona Golf Resort. Playing golf at the Sedona Golf Resort is considered by many to be one of the highlights in the life of an avid golfer. Each of the 18 holes of this 6646 yard course provides its own unique adventure. The Sedona Golf Resort has been rated with four stars by Golf Digest magazine. There are many outstanding accommodations in the area, including the Hilton Sedona Resort. Visit the Sedona Golf Resort website for more details.

There are many different types of vacations out there, but a golf vacation in Arizona is one that can best be described as healthy. If golf is your goal and you take advantage of all the area has to offer in terms of fitness and relaxation, you can’t help but have a healthy Arizona vacation. There are a multitude of spas, heath resorts and wellness centers in the Tucson area. Golf is part of the package at many of these resorts. In total, there are more than 50 golf courses in the Tucson area, with a wide variety of terrains and skill levels available. Other outdoor activities to combine with golf include hiking, swimming and tennis. For more information, check out this article.

Show Low Days is coming up this weekend (June 5-7). This is the biggest annual event in Show Low, consisting of a double header of events: the Still Cruizin Car Show and the Arts and Crafts Fair. These events will take place at Show Low City Park, located at the corner of U.S. 60 and state Route 260.

On June 6, you can start the day with the Fly-In Pancake Breakfast at Show Low Regional Airport. Breakfast is $5 for adults, $3 for kids under age 12, and everyone in a military uniform gets a free breakfast.

Another highlight of the weekend is the 12th annual Pow Wow in the Pines at the Hon-Dah Festival Grounds. You can see dancers and drum groups compete for over $33,000 in prize money.

The White Mountains are definitely the place to be this weekend! Whether you’re just passing through or Show Low is your weekend destination, be sure to check out all of the fun at Show Low Days.

Log cabins are popular for vacation homes and year round homes in Show Low. There are several companies, including Mountain Fever Log Homes, which sell pre-cut log cabin packages which can be assembled by do-it-yourselfers or professional builders. Available models go from simple A-frame styles to large custom designs with unique architectural features.

When in Phoenix, many Show Low golfers visit the Legacy Golf Resort. Located at the base of South Mountain, the Legacy Golf Resort features an 18-hole championship course which has been named one of the top golf courses in Phoenix by ESPN and Golf Digest. The course has a rich heritage, having once been the 7500 acre ranch of Dwight B. Heard. Outstanding views of Camelback Mountain, Squaw Peak and the Phoenix skyline are combined with lush green fairways that offer a challenge to every golfer. The course was designed by well-known golf course architect Gary Panks.

The Legacy Golf Resort offers a full-service practice facility with private and group instruction and tournament coordination. There’s a fully stocked pro shop which offers golf clothing, accessories and equipment.

Accommodations include studio suites and condos. The Legacy Golf Resort runs regular package deals, so a weekend visit from Show Low or any other location is affordable, especially with a group rate. The Resort also offers in-room spa treatments and family-friendly activities. The build in kitchenettes are especially appealing to golfers with families.

Torreon is a private community located near Show Low in Arizona’s White Mountains. Torreon is one of the top mountain resorts in the American Southwest, offering world-class golfing amenities amid magnificent views, surrounded by towering Ponderosa pines. Torreon’s private golf club offers its members natural beauty in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Torreon’s Tower Course is an 18-hole championship course that’s designed around a beautiful natural environment. With open meadows, marshlands and seven lakes incorporated into the course, the Tower Course offers a never to be forgotten golfing experience. Each green is uniquely designed with a distinct challenge. The 18-hold Cabin Course is a beautiful complement to the Tower Course and also offers a unique golfing experience, featuring a variety of elevation changes.

The Silver Creek Golf Club is another one of Show Low’s outstanding courses. Silver Creek has been given the 4 start rating by Golf Digest magazine. Designed by golf course architect Gary Panks, this 18 hole Championship course is nestled in juniper-covered hills.

The Silver Creek course has challenges for all levels of players, from novice to expert. A variety of practice facilities are available, including a 10,000 square foot putting green and a 280 yard driving range.

Payson, Arizona is a couple of hours from Show Low.  On May 23 & 24, the Payson Loggers Sawdust Festival will be taking place.  Professional and amateur loggers compete for cash and prizes and the title “Logger of the Year.”  This is the 21st year for this family event which harkens back to the history and heritage of our area as a logging community.  Find out more about the Payson Loggers Sawdust Festival on the website.

 
Bison Golf & Country Club is a great place to play 18  holes of championship golf.  The course was designed by PGA tour star Billy Mayfair and the surrounding homes were developed by Bison Homes.   There is also a public 9-hole course called Show Low 1.  This classic course was designed by Arthur Jack Snyder and dates back to 1960.  It has 3 sets of teeboxes for some fun and challenging golfing.