Westin Kierland Golf Club

The Mesquite Course at Westin Kierland Golf Club occupies land in north Scottsdale that was designed by Scott Miller and opened in the early 2000s as part of the Kierland resort development. Miller, who worked extensively in the Southwest, created a routing that navigates relatively gentle desert terrain compared to the more dramatic mountain backdrops found at courses farther north in the region. The layout incorporates native Sonoran Desert vegetation, including the mesquite trees for which it is named, along with saguaro cacti and desert scrub that frame the playing corridors. The course serves primarily as a resort amenity for guests of the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, though it welcomes outside play. Its design reflects a resort-friendly approach with generous fairways and multiple tee boxes that accommodate a range of skill levels, while still presenting strategic interest through bunkering and the occasional desert carry. Water features appear on several holes, a common characteristic of Scottsdale resort courses where irrigation allows for more manicured playing conditions than pure desert layouts. The Kierland property includes a second course, the Raptor, and both operate within Scottsdale's competitive resort golf market. The Mesquite Course offers a more accessible experience compared to some of the area's championship-caliber designs, fitting its role as part of a broader hospitality experience that includes the resort's pools, spa, and dining facilities.