Union Hills Golf and Country Club

Perhaps one of the Valley's best kept secrets, Union Hills Golf and Country Club boasts a superb Greg Nash design that not only challenges golfers, but provides great enjoyment as well. Opened in 1974, this semi-private club offers a beautiful, playable layout that's fair to every level of player. The course, which was also designed by Jeff Hardin and Ron Kern, can be stretched to just over 6,900 yards for tournament play, but there are five other sets of tees -- starting at just over 4,500 yards -- to accommodate all skill levels. The course makes its way around two lakes, and it also incorporates a couple of creeks to provide much of the test. The greens are elevated, there are plenty of strategic bunkers, and the fairways are fair, but not extra wide. The signature hole at Union Hills Golf Club is the 14th, a 382-yard, dogleg right par 4 where players must successfully navigate water on the approach to find the green. The finishing stretch is exceptionally strong. It includes the long par-5 16th as well as the 18th, one of the most difficult holes on the course. The finishing hole is straightaway, but it's a pretty good poke to the fairway, and it's 495 yards from the back tees. In addition to the course, Union Hills also offers a driving range, short-game area, and practice putting green. Lessons are also available from the club's golf professionals. Inside the clubhouse, you'll find a well-stocked golf shop with the latest apparel, accessories, and equipment. The clubhouse also features The Del Grill and Cocktail Lounge, Off-Track Betting, a fitness center, and pool.