Listed Alphabetically by city
Even with all the courses in Las Vegas, we will drive the distance to play some of these courses. They are listed alphabetically by city. An easy 1 to 2 hours drive away, each area offers something different or unique that pulls us from Las Vegas to play the courses. I thought you might like to know about them, as long as you are here, and find additional pleasure in playing the courses. .

35. Death Valley - Furnace Creek Golf Course-
1 Furnace Creek Blvd., Death Valley, Ca. 92328

Call Toll Free: 1-866-457-0062

Our Local No.: 702-577-2220

Located about 2 1/2 hours from the strip.
Opened in 1965, designed by William Bell

TEES	YARDAGE	RATING	SLOPE	PAR
Back	6200	67.7	103	72
Front	5900	66.5	101	72
Ladies	5300	69.4	111	72

Tee time reservation: up to 120 days in advance.



About 2 1/2 hours ( 135 miles ) from Las Vegas is Death Valley, California. You've heard of that place - the home of Borax cleaner - The 20 mule team home. Well, there is a golf course there. Started in 1925 with 3 holes, expanded in the 1950's to nine holes, and 18 in 1965. Just for the fun of it, you should try this flat course at 214 ft BELOW sea level. It is a nice course, but not so much in the summer - it is real hot. It is so hot (125+ days) that they used to close everything down in May & not open again until November, however with the new renovations, they are now open all year around (a $1.3 million renovation project was completed in 1999 and included totally redesigning 5 holes). True, this don't exactly fit the courses of Las Vegas, but if you get this close to it, you should play just for the experience - and to say you played at the lowest course in the world! It offers some super views of Death Valley in addition to being a challenge. There is lots of water to contend with - yes, water in Death Valley - on 10 of the 18 holes. So, you know that means bring some extra balls. Besides, you might even have a coyote run out and grab your ball - it happens. I think you will enjoy it, at least for the bragging rights back at your home club. The sprinkler heads are marked, but remember - you are playing 214 ft below sea level - the lowest elevation for a golf course in the world. For me, the ball flight didn't seem to be the same, so added an extra club length to the distance and was fine ( probably all-in-my-mind ). There is a resort hotel available, so you can play golf, spend the night, and tour Death Valley and the Borax mines.
P.S. - Take your camera.

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Go to Map Location ( # 35 in NW area )

Additional Web information: Furnace Creek Packages by Las Vegas Golf Travel

Across the 10th fairway


36. Laughlin - Emerald River -
1155 W. Casino Dr., Laughlin, NV

Call Toll Free: 1-866-457-0062

Our Local No.: 702-577-2220

Located about 1:30 hours from the strip.
Opened in 1989, Designed by Tom Clark

TEES	YARDAGE	RATING	SLOPE	PAR
Back	6809	73.6	144	72
Middle	6296	70.7	136	72
Forward	5918	69.1	131	72
Ladies	5205	71.3	129	72

Tee time reservation: up to 60 days in advance.


This course is tough, as you can tell by the ratings. It was rated by the USGA as the most difficult course in Nevada until Wolf Creek came along. It is a desert style course, running alongside the Colorado River. Not really a forgiving course, so bring extra balls, and if the wind is up - your score will be too! It is a nice course with good but narrow fairways and greens that will make you think twice ( no- they break the other way). It can also be very - very hot in the summer time to play this course. Discounts on the rates can be obtained through the casinos. While your down there, check out the other courses right across the river at Lake Havasu, Arizona. See the famous London Bridge and play golf.

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Go to Map Location ( # 36 in SE area )

Additional web information: Emerald River Home Page Value Lives in Laughlin Emerald Packages by Las Vegas Golf Travel

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48. Laughlin - Mojave Resort Golf CLub -
9905 Aha Macav Parkway, Laughlin, NV

Call Toll Free: 1-866-457-0062

Our Local No.: 702-577-2220

Located about 1:30 hours from the strip.
Opened October 1997, Designed by Landmark Golf Co.

TEES	YARDAGE	RATING	SLOPE	PAR
Back	6939	73.2	126	72
Middle	6435	70.9	122	72
Forward	5959	68.5	115	72
Ladies	5520	72.3	124	72

Tee time reservations: up to 30 days in advance.



A desert type layout that has wide, friendly fairways with four sets of tees to choose your own challenge. The layout has some strategically placed bunkers (that means your ball will land in them - no matter what tees you choose ). The greens are undulating and very tricky. This is still a newish course so the greens have not fully had time to soften up and hold yet. It is still a good course to play and you will enjoy it not matter what tees you do use. It is somewhat forgiving. It can also be very - very hot in the summer time to play this course. Discounts on the rates are available if you are a guest at the AVI Hotel & Casino.

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Go to Map Location ( # 48 in SE area )

Additional web information: Mojave Resort Home Page Mojave Resort Features Mojave Packages by Las Vegas Golf Travel

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40. Mesquite - Casa Blanca -
930 W. Mesquite Blvd., Mesquite, NV

Call Toll Free: 1-866-457-0062

Our Local No.: 702-577-2220

Located about 1:15 hours from the strip.
Opened in 1996, Designed by Cal Olsen.

TEES	YARDAGE	RATING	SLOPE	PAR
Championship	7011	72.5	130	72
Back	6600	70.7	126	72
Middle	6106	68.8	119	72
Forward	5665	66.7	116	72
Ladies	5161	68.9	115	72

Tee time reservations: up to 60 days in advance.



Opened originally as The Players Island, it is now called the Casa Blanca. It was the site of the 1997 Nevada Open. The course has a soft spikes only rule, and the pro shop personnel are happy to change your shoes over for a real modest price (actually at less than you can buy a set of soft spikes for). This could be part of the reason that the greens are in great shape. It is player friendly, but the back tees can give you a challenge. The course is laid out through the desert and the wetlands ( 8 holes have water to consider ) area of Mesquite, and is fairly flat in the layout. CAUTION: the wetlands is also "environmentally sensitive" and the restriction is strictly enforced. If they find you out there, they will ask you to leave the course.

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Go to Map Location ( # 40 in NE area )

Additional web information: Casablanca Golf Course Home Page Casablanca Course Features Casablanca Packages by Las Vegas Golf Travel

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Mesquite - Players Island -
Name has changed. See Mesquite # 40 - Casa Blanca - above


37. Mesquite - The Oasis -
851 Oasis Blvd, Mesquite, NV 89024

Call Toll Free: 1-866-457-0062

Our Local No.: 702-577-2220

Located about 1:15 hours from the strip.
Opened in 1995, designed by Arnold Palmer.

TEES	YARDAGE	RATING	SLOPE	PAR
Championship	6982	73.2	141	72
Blue	6452	70.2	130	72
White	5804	67.9	119	72
Gold - Men	5316	65.9	109	72
Gold - Ladies	5316	69.7	122	72
Ladies	4762	65.7	110	72

Tee times: up to 7 days in advance.



This one is worth the trip! What a beautiful course. The fairways are fantastic and the greens are impeccable. Tops in a golf course - Mr. Palmer sure did a great job in designing this course and the greens keeper lives up to the design. It is played over, through, at the bottom of and sometimes you feel like under - the desert canyons. It is not an easy course, but it is a great one for the challenge. There are severe elevation changes on some holes, but with that comes some beautiful views of the surrounding area. There is a lot of water and some blind tee shots, so don't automatically pull out the driver off the tee. You might also bring a dozen or so extra balls, not only because of the water, but you can not go into the desert area to retrieve an OB shot. The surrounding area is "environmentally sensitive" and is restricted. It is a soft spike only course. The super friendly staff adds to your playing enjoyment. Golf Magazine rated it as one of the top ten to play, while Golf Digest said one of the top five best new Resort courses, and #6 in the top 10 of Nevada. OB Sports is now manager of the course. Also see the sister course "The Palms"

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Go to Map Location ( # 37 in NE area )

Additional information on web: Oasis Golf Club Home Page Si Redd's Oasis Resort Hotel Oasis Packages by Las Vegas Golf Travel

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39. Mesquite - The Palms -
1137 Mesquite Blvd., Mesquite, NV;

Call Toll Free: 1-866-457-0062

Our Local No.: 702-577-2220

Located about 1:15 hours from the strip.
Opened in 1989.

TEES	YARDAGE	RATING	SLOPE	PAR
Back	7008	74.9	137	72
Front	6284	71.7	130	72
Ladies	5016	70.4	122	72

Tee times: up to 60 days in advance.


Was originally opened as the Peppermill. It is just about two different courses in one, as their brochure calls it "Nine holes of beauty followed by nine holes of sheer terror". The front nine is flat, has several water hazards and will lull you into thinking "this is fun and easy to score". Then comes a reality check - the back nine - uphill and down hill, strong elevation changes - it's payback time. For example, the Par 5 - 15th is a beautiful hole that is played off a tee on the top of a cliff to a fairway that is several hundred feet below the tee box. Water comes into play on 10 holes. The greens are sloped and very fast. You sure want to bring some extra balls for this course. OB Sports also manages this course. Also see the sister course "The Oasis"


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Additional Web information: The Palms Golf Club Home Page The Palms Golf Course: A Different Kind of Thrill Ride The Palms Packages by Las Vegas Golf Travel

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Mesquite - The Peppermill -
Name has changed. See #39 The Palms - above.


38. Mesquite - Vistas @ Oasis -
851 Oasis Blvd, Mesquite, NV 89024

Call Toll Free: 1-866-457-0062

Our Local No.: 702-577-2220

Located about 1:15 hours from the strip.
Opened in 1995, designed by Arnold Palmer.

Par 37; Back tees: 3549 yds; Middle tees: 3273 yds; Ladies tees: 2653 yds, not rated.

Tee times: up to 7 days in advance.



This is a full blown 9 holer, not a par 3 course, as you can tell by the par 37. It is a super 9 holes, a lot of fun with some very challenging holes. Located across the street from the Oasis, it would be a nice addition to play after the Oasis to make a 27 hole day. OB Sports is manager of the course.

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Additional information on web: Vistas Home Page Vistas Packages by Las Vegas Golf Travel

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60. Mesquite - Wolf Creek -
401 Paradise Parkway, Mesquite, NV 89024

Call Toll Free: 1-866-457-0062

Our Local No.: 702-577-2220

Located about 1:15 hours from the strip.
Opened in October, 2000, designed by Dennis and Jon Rider.

TEES	YARDAGE	RATING	SLOPE	PAR	Recommended for
Challenger	7,018	75.4	154	72	Tour - 2 Hcp
Chanpions	6,370	70.9	138	72	3 - 6 Hcp
Masters	5,780	68.2	134	72	7 - 14 Hcp
Signature	5,211	65.7	125	72	15 - 20 Hcp
Classics	4,169	N/R	N/R	72	21 Plus Hcp

Tee times: up to 60 days in advance.


Dennis Rider, who worked on the Oasis with Arnold Palmer, has developed this course to be a challenge for all levels of play. It is designed within the canyons of the desert area in Mesquite. The course winds up and down these canyons for some breath taking views of the desert area, so bring your camera. Wolf Creek is a course with plenty of "bite", such as a tee box 11 stories high above the green and a hellish uphill par 3. The bubbling Wolf Creek winds through the canyons for 6 holes and is just waiting to grab an errant shot, and if the creek don't get you, watch out for the lakes. It is a cart path only course that places great emphasis on being environmentally sensitive - so don't go into the desert area, or you can be asked to leave. A free drop at point of entry into this area with NO penalty - in a way that's great for us slicers & you hookers. They even have a 15' ball retriever attached to each cart so you don't go into the desert area. The carts are equipped with a GPS system showing a detailed layout of each hole, including distance to the green, hazards and hole placement. Plus you can order something from the snack bar and pick it up on the turn. And while the course is still new, they allow a "lift, clean and place" through the green.

Offering 5 sets of tees, lush fairways, carpet smooth emerald greens, bleached white sands, and spectacular views all combine to make Wolf Creek as much a treat to the senses as a challenge to your game. Did I say challenge? The course has just completed its rate inspection and has received a rather dubious honor - that of being rated as the third-toughest course in the country from its back tees by the U. S. G. A. From its Challenger tees, which measure 7,018 yards, the course was given a rating of 75.4 and a slope of 154! ( The maximum allowable slope under USGA guidelines is 155 ). For example, For example, the 16th tee - from the tips - has a 305 yard carry, and it was not even included in the assessment. ( You know we'll all play from the tips - right? )
A second course within Wolf Creek at Paradise Canyon Resort area, Falcon Ridge, is scheduled to open in the summer of 2001.

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Go to Map Location ( # 60 in NE area )

Additional Web information: Wolf Creek Home Page Wolf Creek at Paradise Canyon Wolf Creek Packages by Las Vegas Golf Travel

Through the Canyons


41. Mount Charleston Golf Resort -
Mt. Charleston, NV

Call Toll Free: 1-866-457-0062

Our Local No.: 702-577-2220

Opened July, 1997.
1 hr from strip
3225 yds, Par 36
Rates (Play 9 holes 2X) : 15 Apr to 31 May: Mon-Fri $35, Sat-Sun: $45, includes cart.
Rates (Play 9 holes 2X) : 01 Jun to 01 Oct: Mon-Fri $45, Sat-Sun: $55, includes cart.
Closed for season - Re-opens in April 2000

Did not re-open and remains closed!

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- Note on Course Rates - The rates posted within these pages are as accurate possible and current when I contact the individual courses. I check with each course about 6 times a year to keep as current as possible. However, they can change without notice and just because the rates are posted on this web site, does not mean that is the rate they must allow you to play at. Please check with the course that you are interested in playing to get the latest rates for the time of year you will be playing.

I have summarized the courses by rates on the Rate Summary Page. This page will seasonally change and maintain a list of the courses by lowest to highest rates.



To give you a rough idea of where the courses are located in relation to where you may be staying, I have included a color-coded map. It is not to any scale, and only some major streets are shown. I am not a map maker - as you can tell - but it should give you the basic idea. The colors of the numbers correspond to the color coding of the different sections of courses. I did notice that if you use the web site information by "Golfweb" or "iGolf", there are very detailed maps to the location of each course. You can zoom in and out to get a really good picture of the relationships of the course to where you will be staying. If either one has a link to the course, it is located under "Additional web information" at the end of the description of each course.

This map has been "Image Mapped", so you can move your cursor over the number of the course desired and left click. You will then be taken to the description of that selected course.