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Aliante
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(702) 399-4888
aliantegolf.com
This Gary Panks designed course in North Las Vegas opened in December of 2003 and is one of the newest layouts on the Vegas golf scene. The par-72 course features 54 bunkers as well as rolling terrain. Generous landing areas welcome tee shots and trees and shrubs add brilliant colors to the design.
Angel Park GC
$$
(888) 851-4114
angelpark.com
Billed as the world's most complete golf experience, this facility is home to two stunning Arnold Palmer-designed 18-hole layouts; Cloud Nine, a par-3 course that features holes with similar shot values as some of the world's most famous par-3s; and an all-natural grass putting course—Seventh Heaven.
Arroyo Golf Club at Red Rock
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(866) 934-4653
Red Rock Country Club now has an 18-hole Arnold Palmer design that is open to the public in the Arroyo Course. The layout features nine holes from the original 18-hole design mixed with nine new holes.
Badlands GC
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(800) 468-7918
badlandsgc.com
This course was designed by Johnny Miller with consultation by Chi Chi Rodriguez. It is a true target, desert golf experience with a premium placed on accurate ball-striking and course management. The Desperado, Diablo and Outlaw nines combine to give the Badlands 27 extraordinary holes that oozes desert golf.
Bali Hai GC
$$$
(888) 397-2499
waltersgolf.com
Situated on the Las Vegas Strip, this tropical-themed golf course is reminiscent of the South Pacific. The course is highlighted by an island green, water features, thick stands of towering palms, tropical plants, white sand bunkers and flowers. An island green on the par-3 16th adds to the challenge. Caddies are available and add a nice touch to the round. World-class dining is on site at Cili.
Bear's Best
$$$
(866) 385-8500
www.bearsbest.com
This Jack Nicklaus-designed course features replicas of holes Nicklaus has designed throughout the West and gives players the chance to test golf holes they may not otherwise have the chance to play.
Black Mountain G&CC
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(702) 565-7933
golfblackmountain.com
The par-72 course, now with 27 holes open for play, is a semi-private layout located along the Black Mountain range in Henderson, a suburb of Las Vegas. Black Mountain's original 18 holes is a traditional design while the new nine holes is a true desert layout with tight-driving fairways and undulating greens.
Boulder City GC
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(702) 293-9236
www.golfbouldercity.com
There's nothing fancy about this par 72 golf course, but it is a true pleasure to play. Billy Casper and David Rainville designed this scenic course with hundreds of trees, large, receptive greens and open fairways. One of Vegas' oldest courses.
Boulder Creek GC
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(702) 294-6534
bouldercreekgc.com
This Mark Rathert designed facility opened in January 2003 and has 27 holes, giving players a broad variety of tests. Challenging and scenic from start to finish. Voted "Best New Course—2003" by the
VegasGolfer
staff.
Callaway GC
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(702) 896-4100
callawaygolfcenter.com
The crown jewel is the Divine Nine, a lighted par-3 golf course. The facility features a 113-stall driving range with 25 grass hitting stalls. Custom Callaway club-fitting available.
Cascata
$$$
(702)294-2000
www.golfcascata.com
Rees Jones' layout near Boulder City is one that must be played to be believed. First-class from start to finish with immaculate course conditioning.
Craig Ranch Golf Course
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(702) 642-9700
Trees line this player-friendly golf course that is a favorite of the local crowd. Wide fairways, nice greens and affordability add up to a nice round of golf.
Desert Pines GC
$$
(888) 397-2499
waltersgolf.com
This traditional course showcases more than 4,000 towering pines and white sand bunkers. Numerous lakes protect rolling greens and undulating fairways.
Desert Rose
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(702) 431-4653; (800) 345-4259
This par-71 layout, designed by Joe Lee and Dick Wilson, is home to narrow fairways and well-guarded greens that putt true.
Desert Willow GC
$
(702) 263-4653
www.desertwillowlasvegas.com
This Billy Casper/Greg Nash executive course in Henderson is a par-60 layout and is always in superb condition.
Durango Hills Golf Club
$
(702) ) 896-4100
This affordable executive par-58 course is located in northwest Las Vegas and plays to 3,777 yards.
Eagle Crest GC
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(702) 240-1320
golfsummerlin.com
This executive layout located in Summerlin is a great course for those players wanting to perfect their short game. A very popular course.
Highland Falls GC
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(702) 254-7010
golfsummerlin.com
This par-72 layout is one of three Sun City community golf courses located in Summerlin.
Las Vegas Golf Club
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(702) 646-3003
One of the oldest courses in Las Vegas, this layout is a longtime local favorite that's always fun to play. The par-72 traditional course features several reachable par-5 holes and a lighted driving range.
Las Vegas National
$$
(702) 734-1796;
(800) 468-7918
The par-71 Las Vegas National is a traditional course that is accented by several lakes, five challenging par-3 holes and palm trees. The closing hole will challenge even the best players. Home to Tiger Woods' first PGA Tour win in 1996.
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Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort
$$
(888) 965-2833
Home to three beautiful Pete Dye designs — Snow Mountain, Sun Mountain and the Wolf — the Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort is 54-holes of jaw-dropping golf. The Wolf is a gorgeous course that is quickly becoming a favorite of players because of its stunning beauty.
Los Prados Golf Club
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(702) 645-5696
An executive-length golf course with relatively short par-4 holes and mid-length par 3s that provide a nice golf experience for anyone who has ever picked up a club-or is thinking about taking up the game.
North Las Vegas Golf Club
$
(702) 633-1833
This par-27 course plays to just 1,128 yards and will let you hone your iron game and putting stroke and play a quick round.
Painted Desert
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(702) 645-2570; (800) 468-7918
www.painteddesertgc.com
One of the first Las Vegas desert courses, the par-72 Painted Desert layout demands many shots be played over desert waste areas, and narrow fairways place an emphasis on accuracy off the tee. Driver isn’t always the club of choice off the tee.
Palm Valley GC
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(702) 363-4373
golfsummerlin.com
One of three Sun City golf courses in Summerlin designed by Greg Nash and Billy Casper, Palm Valley is a beautiful golf experience that is very affordable.
Primm Valley Golf Club
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(702) 679-5509;
(800) 386-7867
The Tom Fazio designs are located in Primm, on the border of California and Nevada. The Lakes Course is very player-friendly, with open fairways accented by rolling terrain. The Desert Course is equally stunning and challenging. Stay-and-play packages are available through the three hotels/casinos in Primm.
Reflection Bay GC
$$$
(877) 698-4653
lakelasvegas.com
Jack Nicklaus' stunning resort course, Reflection Bay Golf Club, features four holes playing beautifully along 1.5 miles of shoreline of the man-made Lake Las Vegas.
Rhodes Ranch GC
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(888) 311-TEES
rhodesranch.com
This Ted Robinson design opened in 1997 and is home to memorable par-3s, 3,000 palm trees and beautifully landscaped golf holes.
Rio Secco GC
$$$
(888) TO-SECCO
riosecco.net
This Rees Jones designed course features six canyon, six arroyo and six level holes. Those looking for a solid golf challenge need look no further as this layout will test even the best players. Butch Harmon teaches some of the world's best players here at the Butch Harmon School of Golf.
Royal Links
$$$
(888) 397-2499;
waltersgolf.com
Royal Links is the closest you'll get to a British Open experience this side of the pond. Beware of the deep bunkers on this course.
Shadow Creek
$$$$
(888) 778-3387
One of the finest courses in the world, this Tom Fazio design stretches out to 7,239 yards and offers a dynamic golf experience.
Siena Golf Club
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(888) 689-6469
The Schmidt/Curley-designed daily-fee course is located in the Tuscany-themed Siena at Summerlin community. Many of the golf holes overlook the Vegas valley.
Silverstone GC
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(877) 888-2127
silverstonegolf.com
This Robert Cupp course in northwest Las Vegas features 27 holes. Three distinct nine hole layouts—Desert, Valley and Mountain—give golfers a variety of challenges.
The Falls Golf Club
$$$
(877) 698-4653
lakelasvegas.com
Tom Weiskopf's first venture into the Vegas market is a dandy. A stretch of holes on the back nine climbs nearly 400 feet. Along the way, bighorn sheep will probably greet you.
The Legacy GC
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(888) 851-4114
thelegacygc.com
The 10th hole on this Arthur Hills-designed course is a must-see for visitors and locals alike as the "suits" tee boxes are in the shapes of hearts, spades, diamonds and clubs. The 11th, 12th and 13th form "The Devil's Triangle" that can wreak havoc on a scorecard.
The Revere Golf Club
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(877) 273-8373
reveregolf.com
The Revere Golf Club's 36 holes—the Lexington and the Concord—showcase elevation changes and scenic backdrops. Both courses have wide, welcoming fairways.
TPC Las Vegas
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(877) 256-2000
Holes play around and through the rugged canyons of the desert on this pristine course.
Tuscany Golf Club
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(702) 951-1500
tuscanygolfclub.com
The Ted Robinson-designed golf course is a beautiful, flowing golf course. The 9th and 18th holes provide difficult closing tests for each nine as both greens are water-guarded.
Wildhorse Golf Club
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(702) 434-9000
www.golfwildhorse.com
Wildhorse was recently re-designed by Brian Curley. It has re-opened as a par-70 layout.
Wynn Golf and Country Club
$$$$
(888) 320-7122
wynnlasvegas.com
Steve Wynn is at it again with another collaboration with Tom Fazio. Vegas'
newest course is right on the famed Las Vegas Strip and is open to Wynn Las
Vegas guests.
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