by Celia
WM Phoenix Open parking requires more planning than simply driving to TPC Scottsdale and looking for a space near the entrance. The tournament uses designated public parking areas, shuttle transportation, a separate rideshare zone and event-specific traffic controls around the course.
The 2027 WM Phoenix Open runs February 8 through February 14 at TPC Scottsdale, with tournament rounds from Thursday, February 11 through Sunday, February 14. The Concert in the Coliseum is scheduled for Saturday, February 6.
If you have not booked accommodation, your choice of location can make tournament transportation considerably easier. Compare hotels near TPC Scottsdale and in North Scottsdale for WM Phoenix Open week, or read our Where to Stay for the 2027 WM Phoenix Open guide before choosing a base.
The important point for 2027 visitors is that parking operations, routes and lot availability can change as tournament week approaches. The WM Phoenix Open specifically advises visitors to check its current transportation information before attending. Use this guide to understand how the system works, then confirm the final 2027 lot and shuttle details before leaving for TPC Scottsdale.
| Option | Works Well For | What to Know |
|---|---|---|
| General parking + shuttle | Visitors driving to the tournament | Parking is away from the course and requires a shuttle |
| Rideshare | Visitors staying in Scottsdale or without a car | Uses a designated event pickup/drop-off area |
| Taxi | Direct transportation without parking | Uses designated event transportation areas |
| Hotel transportation | Guests at properties offering tournament transportation | Availability varies by property |
| Walking | Some accommodations close to the tournament area | Check actual route and pedestrian access |
| Public transit | Limited as a direct tournament solution | Valley Metro Rail does not reach TPC Scottsdale |
For most visitors, the decision comes down to driving to a designated parking lot and taking a shuttle, or using rideshare.
Do not plan on arriving at TPC Scottsdale and finding ordinary public golf-course parking.
During tournament week, access around TPC Scottsdale changes significantly. Public spectators are directed through the tournament’s designated parking and transportation system.
Recent WM Phoenix Open operations have used WestWorld of Scottsdale as the primary general parking area, with free shuttle service between the parking lots and tournament entrance. Salt River Fields at Talking Stick has also served as a public parking and shuttle location on selected tournament days.
The tournament’s current spectator information warns that parking operations, routes and lot availability can change as the event approaches.
That distinction matters.
If you find a parking map from 2025 or 2026 in search results, do not assume every lot, entrance and shuttle schedule will be identical in 2027.
Before attending, check the official WM Phoenix Open spectator information for the current parking map and directions.
The tournament’s parking system is designed to keep large volumes of spectator traffic away from the immediate TPC Scottsdale entrance.
Instead of parking beside the course, general spectators drive to a designated public lot and use tournament shuttle transportation to reach the grounds.
Recent tournament parking has centered on WestWorld of Scottsdale, near Loop 101 and Bell Road.
Published WM Phoenix Open information has also used Salt River Fields at Talking Stick as an additional parking and shuttle location.
WestWorld has historically handled much of the tournament’s general public parking.
The tournament’s published information directs drivers to follow designated approaches rather than simply entering “TPC Scottsdale” into navigation and following whatever route the app suggests.
This is important during WM Phoenix Open week because road restrictions and traffic controls can change normal access around the course.
When the final 2027 parking map is published, use the designated route for your specific lot.
Salt River Fields at Talking Stick has also been used for general public parking, with shuttle transportation to the tournament.
In recent tournament operations, this option has been available Wednesday through Sunday rather than throughout the entire event week.
Do not assume those operating days or hours will remain unchanged for 2027. Confirm them on the tournament website before choosing this lot.
Recent official WM Phoenix Open parking information has provided free general public parking and free shuttle service from designated lots.
Current 2027 tournament materials also continue to reference free general parking with shuttle service in connection with event hospitality packages.
However, parking arrangements are operational details that can be updated as tournament week approaches. Check the official 2027 parking information before your visit rather than relying on a previous year’s parking instructions.
Reserved, hospitality, valet or credentialed parking is different from general public parking and may require the appropriate pass or credential.
The shuttle system connects designated public parking areas with the tournament grounds.
You park, take what you need for the day and board the appropriate tournament shuttle.
That makes your departure time important.
Do not think only about when the shuttle begins operating. Check when return service ends, particularly if you plan to remain in the area for an evening event.
This matters most for visitors attending the Coors Light Birds Nest, which operates during tournament week.
A parking option designed primarily for daytime golf may not have the same shuttle schedule as a lot serving visitors late into the evening.
Before leaving your vehicle, confirm:
Take a quick photo of your parking location or save it on your phone. A large event parking lot looks much less familiar after a full day at the course.
Rideshare can remove the need to park, but it does not mean your driver can drop you at any TPC Scottsdale entrance.
The WM Phoenix Open uses a designated rideshare, taxi and passenger drop-off/pickup area.
Recent official tournament information has placed rideshare at Lot R at Bell94 Sports Complex, with access from Pima Road.
Confirm the 2027 location before your visit because transportation operations can change.
When heading to the course, use the destination provided by the tournament or rideshare app for the official event drop-off area.
Do not ask the driver to find a shortcut to a different entrance. Event road restrictions may prevent access, and unauthorized stopping can create additional delays.
Leaving can require more patience than arriving.
Thousands of spectators may leave around the same time after the final groups finish, particularly Friday through Sunday.
If you use rideshare:
If several people are traveling together, confirm the number of passengers before requesting the vehicle.
Neither option wins for every visitor.
| Your Situation | Consider First |
|---|---|
| Staying in North Scottsdale | Rideshare or hotel transportation |
| Staying in Old Town Scottsdale | Rideshare or driving |
| Staying in Downtown Phoenix | Driving or rideshare |
| Staying in West Phoenix | Driving |
| Staying in Avondale or Surprise | Driving |
| Attending several tournament days | Compare parking with repeated rideshare costs |
| Planning to drink alcohol | Rideshare or another sober transportation plan |
| Attending Birds Nest after golf | Check late shuttle service or use rideshare |
| Large group | Compare total rideshare cost with driving and parking |
Someone staying relatively close to TPC Scottsdale may find rideshare easier than driving to an off-site lot and taking a shuttle.
A visitor coming from Avondale or Surprise may prefer to drive to a designated tournament lot rather than pay for two long rideshare trips.
The right answer depends on where you stay, how many people are traveling and what you plan to do after golf.
North Scottsdale is the simplest accommodation area from a geographic standpoint because TPC Scottsdale is already in this part of the city.
That does not guarantee you can walk from your hotel.
Check the actual address and pedestrian route. Major roads, event closures and the size of the tournament grounds can make a property that looks close on a map less practical on foot.
Some hotels and resorts may provide event transportation or other local shuttle services. Ask your property specifically about WM Phoenix Open transportation, operating hours and whether reservations are required.
This is one reason accommodation location matters so much during tournament week.
Old Town Scottsdale gives visitors restaurants, nightlife and other activities away from the course, but it is south of TPC Scottsdale.
Valley Metro Rail does not provide direct service from Old Town to the tournament.
Visitors should generally plan around rideshare, driving or transportation provided by their accommodation.
If you expect to attend several tournament days, compare the repeated transportation cost with the price difference between an Old Town property and accommodation farther north.
Our Where to Stay for the 2027 WM Phoenix Open: Scottsdale, Phoenix or Nearby? guide compares these areas in more detail.
Downtown Phoenix can work when the tournament is only one part of a broader Phoenix trip, but it is not directly connected to TPC Scottsdale by light rail.
Valley Metro Rail is useful for many Phoenix and Tempe destinations, but it does not run to TPC Scottsdale.
Expect to drive, use rideshare or arrange another form of direct transportation for the tournament portion of your trip.
If you are flying into Arizona and staying Downtown before heading to Scottsdale, our Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport Transportation Guide explains how light rail, rideshare and other airport options work.
Visitors staying in West Phoenix, Glendale, Avondale or Surprise should plan for a cross-metro trip to North Scottsdale.
Driving generally gives you more flexibility, particularly if you are already using a vehicle during the rest of your Arizona stay.
Allow additional time for event traffic rather than calculating the trip from an ordinary map estimate taken on a non-event day.
If you are staying in the West Valley for a longer visit that also includes Spring Training, State Farm Stadium or work commitments, browse HighVoltageArea furnished rentals in Phoenix, Avondale and Surprise.
For a trip focused almost entirely on the WM Phoenix Open, staying closer to North Scottsdale will usually reduce transportation demands.
Not directly.
This is one of the most important transportation distinctions for visitors unfamiliar with Greater Phoenix.
Valley Metro Rail serves Downtown Phoenix, Tempe, Mesa and other parts of the metro area, but TPC Scottsdale is not on the light rail system.
You would need another transportation connection to reach the tournament.
For most visitors, building several transit connections into an event day is less practical than driving to tournament parking or using rideshare.
If your Arizona trip includes other destinations and you are deciding whether you need a vehicle at all, read Do You Need a Rental Car in Phoenix? Airport, Light Rail, Rideshare & Driving Guide.
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is the main airport for most visitors flying into Greater Phoenix.
Do not plan to take Valley Metro Rail directly from PHX to TPC Scottsdale. The airport connects to Valley Metro Rail through the free PHX Sky Train, but the rail system does not continue to the tournament.
If you are arriving and going directly to Scottsdale, rideshare, taxi, pre-arranged transportation or a vehicle will usually be more straightforward.
If you still need airfare, compare flights to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport for WM Phoenix Open week before finalizing your accommodation and transportation.
Visitors staying several days should make the airport transportation decision based on the entire trip rather than the single ride from PHX.
Transportation planning becomes more important if your day continues into the evening.
The Coors Light Birds Nest runs Wednesday through Saturday during WM Phoenix Open week and is located near the tournament area.
If you drive, make sure the shuttle service for your parking location continues late enough for your plans.
If you use rideshare, expect significant demand when large numbers of concert attendees leave around the same time.
Most importantly, if you plan to drink alcohol, arrange your transportation before the day begins. Do not make the decision after returning to your vehicle.
Do not arrange a casual roadside drop-off near TPC Scottsdale.
The tournament designates specific locations for taxis, rideshare and passenger drop-off and pickup. Event traffic controls may prevent private vehicles from reaching normal access points around the course.
Use the official stop-and-drop location published for 2027.
The same rule applies when someone collects you after the tournament. Agree on the official pickup area in advance rather than trying to locate one another on surrounding roads.
The WM Phoenix Open provides accessibility services for spectators with disabilities and publishes an ADA guide for the tournament.
Visitors requiring accessible parking, transportation or seating should review the 2027 accessibility information before arriving, particularly because procedures for credentials, parking locations and transportation may differ from general spectator arrangements.
Do not assume a general parking lot is the correct destination if someone in your party requires accessible event transportation.
Parking does not eliminate walking.
The shuttle gets you from a designated parking area to the tournament, but once inside TPC Scottsdale you are attending a large outdoor golf event.
Your day may involve considerable walking between holes, concessions, grandstands and hospitality areas.
Comfortable walking shoes with good support are more useful here than footwear chosen primarily for appearance. If you need a pair specifically for the trip, look for lightweight walking shoes with a broken-in fit and enough grip for grass and uneven outdoor surfaces. The HOKA Transport 2 is a practical option for a long tournament day, combining walking cushioning with a grippy Vibram outsole for pavement, grass and other surfaces around the course. Wear them before the trip rather than breaking in new shoes at the tournament.
Do not make tournament morning the first time you wear new shoes.
This deserves emphasis because search results often retain event guides from previous years.
A 2025 or 2026 WM Phoenix Open parking map may appear useful, but event traffic plans can change.
The official tournament currently states that parking operations, routes and lot availability may change as the 2027 event approaches.
Before leaving your accommodation:
A screenshot of the current map can also be useful if cellular service becomes slow in a crowded area.
There is no single departure time that works for everyone.
Your travel time depends on:
Friday and Saturday generally require more caution than treating the drive like an ordinary Scottsdale trip.
If reaching the course early matters, work backward from the time you want to be inside the grounds. Include driving, parking, waiting for the shuttle, security screening and walking to your destination.
Do not treat the parking lot as the finish line.
| If This Describes Your Trip | Start With |
|---|---|
| Staying near TPC Scottsdale | Rideshare or hotel transportation |
| Staying in Old Town | Rideshare or designated public parking |
| Staying Downtown Phoenix | Driving or rideshare |
| Staying in the West Valley | Driving to designated public parking |
| Attending multiple days | Compare repeated rideshare costs with driving |
| Staying for Birds Nest | Confirm late shuttle hours or plan rideshare |
| Drinking alcohol | Rideshare or another sober transportation option |
| Need accessible transportation | Review the official 2027 ADA guide |
Choose your transportation before tournament morning. It is easier to change a plan than to build one while sitting in event traffic.
Recent official tournament information has provided free general public parking with free shuttle service from designated lots. Confirm the final 2027 parking arrangements before attending because lot operations can change.
General spectators should use the tournament’s designated public parking system rather than planning on ordinary parking at TPC Scottsdale. Follow the current WM Phoenix Open parking map and event signage.
Recent tournament operations have used WestWorld of Scottsdale as a primary public parking area, with Salt River Fields at Talking Stick also used on selected days. Confirm the official 2027 locations before your visit.
Yes. The tournament uses shuttle transportation between designated public parking areas and the tournament grounds.
Yes. The tournament provides a designated rideshare pickup and drop-off area. Use the official 2027 location rather than arranging pickup at an arbitrary entrance.
No. Valley Metro Rail does not run directly to TPC Scottsdale.
Possibly, depending on the property and available pedestrian route. Check the actual walking route rather than judging distance from a map alone.
Rideshare can work well for visitors staying relatively close to TPC Scottsdale. Driving can make more sense for visitors coming from Phoenix or the West Valley, particularly when several people are traveling together.
Choose a parking location with shuttle service that continues through your planned departure time. Verify the 2027 shuttle schedule before parking because daytime and evening transportation schedules may differ.
Allow time for event traffic, parking, shuttle transportation, security screening and walking after entering the course. The appropriate arrival time depends on the day and what you want to see.
The simplest WM Phoenix Open transportation plan is to decide in advance whether you will drive and use the tournament shuttle system or use the designated rideshare operation.
Do not navigate directly to TPC Scottsdale and expect ordinary public parking. Do not assume last year’s lot map is still current. And if you are staying for an evening event, check the return transportation schedule before leaving your vehicle.
Your accommodation can also make a significant difference. If you have not booked yet, read Where to Stay for the 2027 WM Phoenix Open: Scottsdale, Phoenix or Nearby? before choosing between North Scottsdale, Old Town and Phoenix.
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