As summer temperatures peak, now’s the time to head for courses where the air stays brisk so you don’t have to sacrifice time on the course. Troon offers world-class destinations where the weather stays comfortably cool in late summer, perfect for memorable rounds in September. Here are three Troon courses where you can beat the heat and still enjoy pristine playing conditions.
Aviara Golf Club – Carlsbad, California
Perched along the coastline of north San Diego, Aviara Golf Club delivers a world-class coastal golf experience and stands as Southern California’s only Arnold Palmer–designed course. Consistently ranked among the best resort courses in the country, Aviara is a must-play for Troon Access members looking for ocean breezes and immaculate conditions.
The 18-hole layout winds through rolling hillsides, native wildflowers, and sparkling water features, with strategic bunkering and generous landing areas that reward smart play. Elevated tee boxes offer panoramic views of the Batiquitos Lagoon and the Pacific beyond, while lush fairways and pristine greens reflect Palmer’s masterful touch.
September is an especially ideal time to visit—warm, dry days balanced by cool coastal breezes make for near-perfect playing conditions. Before or after your round, enjoy the award-winning Park Hyatt Aviara Resort’s amenities, including top-notch dining, a luxury spa, and coastal hospitality. Named to Golf Digest’s list of the “Top 100 Courses You Can Play,” Aviara combines championship design with a true Southern California lifestyle vibe.
Princeville Makai Golf Club – Kaua‘i, Hawai‘i
Carved into the cliffs of Kaua‘i’s lush north shore, Princeville Makai Golf Club offers one of the most scenic and inspiring golf experiences in the world. Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., the Makai was his first solo design and remains a masterpiece of natural integration, where ocean views, tropical landscapes, and bold architecture meet.
The par-72 layout features six oceanfront holes above Hanalei Bay and the Pacific Ocean, with others weaving through native woodlands, serene lakes, and verdant rolling terrain. The combination of cliffside par-3s, risk-reward par-5s, and wide, forgiving fairways makes the course playable yet thrilling for all skill levels.
Late summer is an excellent time to experience Princeville, with steady trade winds and warm but never oppressive temperatures keeping rounds comfortable. Beyond the course, golfers can take in sunset views over Bali Hai, enjoy island-fresh dining at the Makai Grill, or explore the natural wonders of Kaua‘i. Ranked among the “Top 100 Greatest Public Golf Courses in America,” Princeville Makai is as much a bucket-list destination as it is a golf course a tropical gem in the Troon portfolio.
The Ridge at Castle Pines – Castle Pines, Colorado
Tucked into the wooded hills just south of Denver, The Ridge at Castle Pines is one of Colorado’s premier public mountain courses and a must-play for Troon Access members as summer comes to a close. Designed by Tom Weiskopf, the course blends wide landing areas, dramatic elevation changes, and breathtaking views of Pikes Peak and the Front Range into an unforgettable round.
The Ridge’s 18-hole layout winds through towering pines and gambel oaks, with rugged rock outcroppings and natural contours shaping each hole. It’s playable yet challenging, offering four sets of tees and thoughtful design features that reward strategic play. Spring is a fantastic time to visit, when the snowmelt reveals crisp fairways, fresh mountain air, and scenic backdrops in every direction. After your round, enjoy top-tier hospitality at the Park Place restaurant or sharpen your game at the full practice facility.
From the ocean breezes of Southern California, trade winds of Hawai‘i, or the crisp mountain air of Colorado, these Troon destinations prove that late summer golf doesn’t have to mean sweating through your round. Each course offers world-class design, stunning scenery, and conditions that keep you comfortable from the first tee to the final putt. Don’t let the heat keep you off the course make September the month you trade scorching fairways for cool, memorable rounds at great courses in the Troon portfolio.