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Originally Posted by nfotiu
A couple follow up questions. I imagine most of these courses are cart only. Some days will be me with 3 kids between 14-15. The 15 yo has his learner's permit. Any idea on the age they'll give out golf carts there or if they'll care?
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You normally have to be an adult to get a cart, but some are flexible. Most courses do allow walking, but some can be really tough to get around. I would ask at the time of booking and see what the golf shop has to say. It will vary from club to club.
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Our house is a few minutes from El Conquistador, do you know anything about that course?
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El Conquistador is an interesting facility, have two 18 hole courses and a seasonal 9 hole (you're in season). Conquistador is the top course and is fun. Canada is more resort golf, so easier and more aesthetically pleasing. Pusch Ridge is a little nine hole you can take the kids out on and have some fun. My only qualm with El Conquistador is the conditions are hit and miss. If you play it when its in good shape, you'll have a blast. If conditions are spotty, it can be a bit of a nightmare.
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Also, I see there is a private course right nearby that is part of Club Corp we can play Oro Valley Country Club. Do you know anything about that course?
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I haven't had opportunity to play Oro Valley Country Club, but one of my favorites, that has since gone out of business and has been turned into a nature preserve, was in the proximity. Since it is a Club Corp facility it should be quite nice and well maintained. I would definitely give it a go.
Since you are a Club Corp member I might recommend that you reach out to your club pro and see if they can work out a reciprocal and try and get you on The Gallery (North or South) in Marana (just a little north and west of where you will be staying). Developed in the middle of the Saguaro National Forest it is the epitome of desert golf and one of the most stunningly beautify golf courses on this planet. Conditions are always top notch and it is a treat to play. It is extremely private and takes an act of God to get on, but worth the effort.