Troon North’s favorite family hangout, Pinnacle Peak Park, will be celebrating its 12th birthday this weekend, and everyone is invited to join in on the festivities! Come to Pinnacle Peak Patio for a special Pancake Breakfast and other exciting activities on Saturday, April 5th. The event runs from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m., so don’t forget to attend! The event costs $10 for adults and $5 for children. Aside from ...

This Sunday, take advantage of one of your last opportunities to enjoy a Moonlight Hike at Pinnacle Peak Park in Troon Scottsdale. Hikers will join volunteers and Pinnacle Peak staff on a guided tour up to the “Grandview” area, about a half-mile up the mountain. This is a perfect scenic hike for casual and beginning hikers and a chance to experience Pinnacle Peak during the evening hours. This week’s Moonlight Hike ...

In recent months, much uncertainty has revolved around the fate of Greasewood Flat, an iconic North Scottsdale restaurant and bar, and the 42-acre property on which it sits. Located nearby to the luxury community of Troon North, the Southwestern-themed North Scottsdale restaurant is owned by the family members of the late George “Doc” Cavalliere. The 42-acre parcel, however, was recently purchased by builder Taylor Morrison Homes. The death of Doc ...

This March, the Greater Pinnacle Peak Association will be hosting their Great Western Cookout event at MacDonald’s Ranch near Troon North. This is a great opportunity for Troon North residents who love the old West to visit this iconic Scottsdale ranch. Get a taste of the Old West while supporting Friends of Pinnacle Peak Park and other organizations dedicated to the preservation of the Sonoran Desert and its denizens. At ...

The Special Olympics of Arizona and Troon Country Club are teaming up to put on their annual Tennis Fun Day event tomorrow, January 25 at 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. During Tennis Fun Day, Special Olympics athletes are given the chance to learn the basics of tennis through clinics and exhibitions put on by local tennis professionals. Low compression balls are used, and the net height is adjusted for the ...

For many Troon North art lovers, the Heard Museum has been a beloved part of the cultural scene in North Scottsdale. This hidden gem, located at The Summit on Scottsdale Road, is tucked behind thick screen of brush and cacti and can often be overlooked from the street. Nevertheless, it has served the community for years with its magnificent galleries, unique exhibitions and special programs and events. It was recently announced ...