North Scottsdale is a good place for a group weekend because the things to do sit close together. The trails start a short drive from the house, the golf courses are nearby, and dinner out is a short trip. Here is a weekend plan that works for a mixed group, with the activities that suit each time of day.
Back to the estateTrails in the foothills are the best morning activity in North Scottsdale. Pinnacle Peak is the landmark most visitors see from the road, and the McDowell Sonoran Preserve has a range of routes for different fitness levels. Start early, carry water, and turn back early if anyone is struggling. For more on routes and heat safety, see hiking near North Scottsdale.
From June through September, afternoons regularly pass 100°F, so the afternoon is for indoor or water activities. The golf simulator and the pickleball court at the house give the group something to do without a tee time. The pool and spa are the easiest way to reset before the evening.
For a real round, see the best time to golf in Scottsdale and our golf course guide.
North Scottsdale has a strong dining scene, from lunch with a view to group dinners with reservations. Pick a restaurant before you leave the house, and check whether the group needs a reservation or a private table. Our restaurant guide and lunch spots with a view list where to start.
For a longer night out in Old Town, see things to do in Scottsdale at night.
Quiet hours apply at the house. Events and parties are not permitted.
| Day | Morning | Afternoon | Evening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | Settle in, coffee on the patio | Pool and spa | Dinner out in North Scottsdale |
| Saturday | Early trail, back for breakfast | Golf simulator or pickleball tournament | Dinner at the house, or Old Town |
| Sunday | Slow start | Last round or pool time | Depart |
More ideas: Taliesin West, OdySea Aquarium and Butterfly Wonderland, the Musical Instrument Museum, Salt River tubing in summer, and a Grand Canyon day trip. Also nearby: a Fountain Hills day trip, Scottsdale ArtWalk and shopping in Scottsdale. With children: McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park. For culture: Cosanti and the Heard Museum. For an afternoon in Old Town: wine tasting. On a budget: free things to do in Scottsdale. In the heat or rain: indoor things to do.
A morning hike, an afternoon on the golf simulator or pickleball court, and dinner out. It covers the main activities without rushing the group.
Yes. Do outdoor activities early in the morning, and use the afternoons for the pool, spa, golf simulator or pickleball.
Yes. The house sleeps up to 16 guests, with a pool, spa, golf simulator and pickleball court. Quiet hours apply, and events and parties are not permitted.
Heat figures are from the Arizona State Climate Office Phoenix normals.
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