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DESERT MOUNTAIN CLUB INC

AZ · EIN 273966137 · $86.7M rev · operational · www.desertmountain.com
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Private luxury golf and lifestyle community located on an 8,300-acre property in Scottsdale, Arizona. Offers seven private golf courses, including six Jack Nicklaus Signature Courses, along with extensive amenities such as clubhouses, fitness centers, spa services, dining, tennis, and hiking trails. Serves high-net-worth individuals and families seeking an exclusive residential and recreational experience in the Sonoran Desert.

activities · 16

what they do

direct service · 13
  • Conservation and trail system management
    Maintains an extensive trail system across its 8,300-acre property, recognized with the American Trails Developer Award in 2013 and designated a Quiet Conservation Area by Quiet Parks International in 2023 for its preservation of natural quiet and habitat.
  • Conservation and trail system management
    Manages an extensive trail system recognized with the American Trails Developer Award in 2013 and designated a Quiet Conservation Area by Quiet Parks International in 2023, reflecting a commitment to environmental preservation and low-impact recreation.
  • Golf instruction and performance technology access Golf Instruction & Pro Shop Services
    Provides members with access to professional golf instruction and advanced golf technologies through the Jim Flick Golf Performance Center, opened in 2013.
  • Operation of private golf courses Private Championship Golf Course Operations
    Operates seven private championship golf courses, including six Jack Nicklaus Signature Courses and one par-54 course, in Scottsdale, Arizona, developed as the world's largest collection of Jack Nicklaus-designed courses. These courses have hosted professional events such as The Tradition, a Senior PGA tour championship, on the Cochise Course for over a decade.
  • Operation of private golf courses Private Championship Golf Course Operations
    Operates seven private championship golf courses, including six Jack Nicklaus-designed courses and one par-54 course, in Scottsdale, Arizona, providing a year-round golf experience due to higher elevation and cooler summer temperatures. The club has developed the world's largest collection of Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Courses and has hosted professional events such as The Tradition, a Senior PGA tour championship, on the Cochise Course.
  • Operation of private golf courses Private Championship Golf Course Operations
    Operates seven private championship golf courses, including six Jack Nicklaus-designed courses and one par-54 course, in Scottsdale, Arizona, providing a year-round golf experience due to higher elevation and cooler temperatures. The club has developed the world's largest collection of Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Courses and has hosted professional events such as The Tradition, a Senior PGA tour championship, on the Cochise Course.
  • Provision of lifestyle and recreational amenities Managed Court-Based Recreation Facilities
    Offers a range of recreational and cultural activities including tennis, hiking, wine tastings, art classes, and access to The Ranch—a 33-acre western wilderness amenity bordering the Tonto National Forest. Members also enjoy fine dining, a spa, fitness facilities exceeding 30,000 square feet, and expanded wellness offerings including personal training and pilates following a $12 million renovation in 2016.
  • Provision of lifestyle and recreational amenities Managed Court-Based Recreation Facilities
    Offers members access to a wide range of recreational and cultural activities including tennis, hiking, wine tastings, art classes, a western wilderness ranch amenity (The Ranch), fine dining, a spa, fitness facilities exceeding 30,000 square feet, and personal training. These amenities are located across 8,300 acres of natural landscape and include the expanded Sonoran Fitness Center and the Jim Flick Golf Performance Center.
  • Provision of recreational and lifestyle amenities Managed Court-Based Recreation Facilities
    Offers members access to a wide range of recreational and cultural activities including tennis, hiking, wine tastings, art classes, a western wilderness amenity called The Ranch bordering Tonto National Forest, a world-class spa, fitness facilities, fine dining, and golf instruction through the Jim Flick Golf Performance Center. The Sonoran Fitness Center was expanded in 2016 after a $12 million renovation to include personal training and pilates.
  • Provision of year-round golf and climate-based recreational access
    Provides members with year-round golf and outdoor recreational access due to higher elevation and cooler summer temperatures, enhancing playability and comfort in the Arizona desert climate.
  • Residential community development and management Gated Residential Community Management
    Operates a fully gated and guarded residential community across 8,300 acres, offering homes for sale ranging from 2,000-square-foot golf villas to custom estates over 10,000 square feet. The community emphasizes architectural integrity, security, and privacy, with oversight of critical infrastructure and building envelopes designed to preserve at least half of each lot for native desert habitat.
  • Residential community development and management Gated Residential Community Management
    Operates a fully gated and guarded residential community with homes ranging from 2,000-square-foot golf villas to custom estates over 10,000 square feet. The organization oversees security, architectural integrity, and critical infrastructure, and enforces building envelopes that preserve at least half of each lot for native desert habitat.
  • Residential community development and management Gated Residential Community Management
    Operates a fully gated and guarded residential community across 8,300 acres of natural landscape, offering homes for sale ranging from 2,000-square-foot golf villas to custom estates over 10,000 square feet. The organization oversees security, architectural integrity, and critical infrastructure, and implements building envelopes that preserve at least half of each lot for native desert habitat.
capacity building · 3
  • Community governance and resident engagement
    Organizes community governance through a Council of Presidents, with one volunteer resident representing each of the 32 villages, fostering resident participation in community leadership and decision-making.
  • Community governance and resident engagement
    Facilitates community governance through a Council of Presidents, composed of one volunteer resident representing each of the 32 villages within the Desert Mountain community, supporting resident-led leadership and engagement.
  • Community governance and resident engagement
    Organizes community governance through a Council of Presidents, with one volunteer resident representing each of the 32 villages, to support resident engagement and collective decision-making within the Desert Mountain community.
strategies · 20

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named programs · 6

what they call their work

Club Events & Culture
Social and cultural programming including wine tastings, art classes, and curated events that foster community engagement among members.
Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Courses
Six private championship golf courses designed by Jack Nicklaus, offering members a world-class golf experience within the Sonoran Desert landscape.
Jim Flick Golf Performance Center
State-of-the-art golf instruction facility offering advanced technology and professional coaching to enhance members' performance.
No. 7 at Desert Mountain
A par-54 championship golf course designed for fun and accessibility, catering to a range of skill levels and providing a unique golf experience distinct from traditional layouts.
Spa and Fitness Programs
Comprehensive wellness offerings including a full-service spa, expanded fitness center with personal training, Pilates, and group exercise programs.
The Ranch
33-acre western-themed recreational amenity bordering Tonto National Forest, serving as a hub for outdoor activities and events within the private trail system.
relationships · 13

who they work with

  • American Trails Partner — Awarded Desert Mountain the American Trails Developer Award for its Trail System.
  • Association of Golf Merchandisers Partner — Awarded Desert Mountain's golf shops "Best of the Best" and other recognitions.
  • Boardroom Magazine Partner — Recognized Desert Mountain as a Distinguished Club.
  • CCMC Partner — National master-planned community management firm that maintains an on-site office and assists the HOA with regulatory compliance and community operations.
  • Club Leaders Forum Partner — Publishes the Platinum Clubs of America rankings, which have recognized Desert Mountain.
  • Jack Nicklaus Partner — Golf course designer for seven award-winning courses at Desert Mountain
  • Jack Nicklaus Partner — Partnered with Lyle Anderson to design the golf courses, including the "two-pin concept."
  • Platinum Clubs® of America Partner — Distinguishes Desert Mountain Club with recognition in the private club industry.
  • Quiet Parks International Partner — Designated Desert Mountain Trail System as a Quiet Conservation Area.
  • Ranking Arizona Partner — Ranked Desert Mountain Club among the Top Private Golf Clubs.
  • Russ Lyon | Sotheby’s International Realty Partner — Official on-site, full-service real estate partner responsible for selling luxury homes within the Desert Mountain community.
  • Taliesin Associated Architects Partner — Architectural firm that collaborated with Lyle Anderson to design the Desert Mountain community.
  • Taliesin Associated Architects Partner — Conceptualized the Club's master plan.