Tubac, Ariz. (October 1, 2026) – Tubac Golf Resort & Spa, the historic 27-hole golf resort in Tubac, Ariz. is in the midst of a comprehensive greens renovation project on the Anza nine, enhancing playability and aesthetics for golfers. The Anza nine is expected to reopen for public and resort-guest play in January 2027 with the Rancho and Otero nines (18 holes) remaining open for play throughout the fall and winter.
The renovation project involves replacing the existing Bentgrass greens with Dominator Bentgrass, known for its superior quality and resilience. This upgrade aims to provide golfers with more consistent and mature putting surfaces. As part of the renovation, holes 6 and 8 are being reconstructed, incorporating improved internal drainage systems. In addition, the installation of new part-circle and backup irrigation heads on all Anza greens will ensure efficient water distribution, contributing to the overall health of the course.
In 2024, Tubac completed a similar greens renovation on its Rancho nine, planting new Dominator Bentgrass greens. With Tubac's Otero nine undergoing a greens renovation in 2023, the 27-hole property will soon feature all Dominator Bentgrass greens.
"Dominator Bentgrass offers superior quality and resilience, ensuring a consistent and enjoyable experience for our golfers," said Tubac Golf Resort & Spa General Manager Hank Swiggett. “We’re excited to reopen Anza for play this January.”
In addition to the Anza greens-renovation project, significant maintenance work has been completed on the Rancho and Otero nines in recent months to improve turf health, playability, drainage, and long-term course conditions, including:
- Greens, collars, approaches, and tees were aerified and top-dressed with sand.
- Fairways underwent extensive aerification using multiple methods, including solid tining, coring, and plug aerification.
- Fairways received calcium and fertilizer applications.
- Rough areas were aerified and treated for weeds, with additional fertility planned for thin turf areas.
- Tree trimming focused on mesquite trees throughout the courses to improve sunlight, irrigation coverage, mowing access, and overall turf quality.
- Teeing areas on holes 2, 4, and 5 were opened up to improve playability.
Tubac Golf Resort & Spa is located on the historic Otero Ranch, which dates to the 1700s. This 27-hole championship facility, designed by Red Lawrence, stretches across the rolling terrain of Arizona’s Santa Cruz River Valley. Featured in the iconic film Tin Cup starring Kevin Costner, Tubac is known for its lush fairways framed by centuries-old cottonwoods, scenic water features, and stunning views of the Santa Rita Mountains.
For more information on Tubac Golf Resort & Spa, visit www.tubacgolfresort.com.
About Tubac Golf Resort & Spa
Tubac Golf Resort & Spa is a AAA Four Diamond resort and a member of Historic Hotels of America, set on a Spanish land grant dating to 1789 in southern Arizona's Santa Cruz River Valley. Once the Otero family cattle ranch, it was developed into a resort in 1959 by an investor group that included Bing Crosby, and restored and expanded by the Allred family beginning in 2002. In 2026, the resort was acquired by Mountain Capital Partners, who have committed to elevating and expanding its offerings while preserving its historic character. The resort features a 27-hole championship course designed by Robert "Red" Lawrence, the Stables Ranch Grille in the property's original 1700s stables, a full-service spa, and Southwestern-style lodging. It is part of the Arizona Hideaway Collection. Learn more at tubacgolfresort.com.
About Troon
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