Troon North Golf Club - Pinnacle Course
USA · 18 holes · Par 72 · Designed by Tom Weiskopf & Jay Morrish
Overview
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Signature Holes
Island fairway hole with dramatic left-side canyon. Requires bold drive to reach scoring position. Iconic photo hole
Descending par-5 with strategic layup opportunities. Multiple routes to green offer varying difficulty levels
Extreme downhill par-3 from elevated tee, carrying over massive desert gap to island green
Steep uphill closing hole with split fairway options. Championship finish requiring precision
Pros & Cons
✓ The Good
- Stunning dramatic design with more elevated extremes than Monument
- Newer construction (2004) with excellent maintenance
- Island fairways and unique strategic elements
- Even fewer crowds than Monument - more exclusive feel
- Exceptional conditioning
- Perfect for advanced golfers seeking ultimate challenge
✗ The Challenges
- Extremely difficult - not recommended for mid-handicap golfers
- Severe elevation changes physically demanding
- Many holes have minimal recovery options
- Summer heat exposure with no shade on many holes
- Premium pricing year-round
- Very slow pace due to dramatic terrain