Forty Niner Country Club
Tucson, Arizona
A Red Lawrence design in south Tucson, Forty Niner Country Club offers semi-private access to a well-maintained desert course with mountain views and an inviting community atmosphere. The mature layout features strategic water hazards, established desert vegetation, and affordable pricing that has kept it a local favorite for over sixty years.
History & Heritage
Forty Niner Country Club opened in 1959, designed by Red Lawrence — one of the pioneering golf course architects of the American Southwest. The semi-private club in south Tucson has been a local favorite for over sixty years, offering affordable desert golf with mountain views and a welcoming community atmosphere.
The mature layout features established desert vegetation that has grown in over six decades, creating defined corridors and a settled, classic feel uncommon in the newer resort-style courses that dominate the Tucson market.
Signature Holes
A well-designed par 4 with strategic water that tests course management. The mature desert vegetation frames the hole beautifully — a highlight of the front nine.
What to Expect
A mature, established desert course with over 60 years of growth creating defined corridors and a classic feel. Strategic water hazards add challenge without overwhelming. Mountain views throughout.
At $30-65, this is among the most affordable golf in Tucson. The community atmosphere is welcoming and unpretentious. Semi-private access means public tee times are available.
Playing Tips
The mature vegetation creates tighter corridors than newer desert courses. Accuracy off the tee matters.
Strategic water hazards reward course management. Know where the hazards are and play away from them.
The affordable pricing makes it ideal for a second round in a Tucson golf trip — less pressure, more enjoyment.
Highlights
- ✓ Affordable semi-private desert golf since 1959
- ✓ Mature layout with established desert vegetation
- ✓ Local favorite with community atmosphere
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