Las Vegas Course Recommendations

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By Bcape9

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  1. Bcape9

    Bcape9
    Bellingham, MA

    I have a trip to Vegas planned in a couple months and I'm looking to sneak in a round while I'm out there. I am currently torn between Bali Hai (right on the strip, close to my hotel, but expensive) and TPC Las Vegas (tour conditions, moderately priced but about 20 minutes from the hotel).

    Does anyone have experience with either or both of these courses that could give some recommendations? Thanks in advance for the help! 

  2. Keith M

    Keith M
    Acworth, GA

    I have not played those, but I did play LV National a few years ago when I was out there for a trip.  Great course.  It was reasonably priced and close to the strip.  

    Make sure you tee of EARLY.  We teed off at 7:15, by the back nine and the temperature well over 100, my friends started dropping like flies.  Drink plenty of water and when you think you've had enough, keep drinking.

  3. Hotsauce

    Hotsauce
    Georgetown MA

    Mmmmm Vegas!  While Bali Hai is a cool track, it's a bit hokey in my opinion, and I don't think it's anywhere near worth the price tag.  The Walters golf properties are lack luster and fairly lame in my personal experience.  I've never played TPC Vegas, but I've played several other TPC's and they're all extraordinary. 

    If you're not afraid of a 30 min drive, Piaute is a fantastic facility that won't break the bank.  The clubhouse, range and staff are super impressive with unreal views and conditions.  They have 54 holes I believe, but I've only played the Wolf.  The Wolf course is the toughest and is definitely no joke.  We played there for a bachelor party and had a blast.  The course was a bit tough for the beginners who should have teed it forward.  However, they enjoyed interacting with the friendly cart girl.  The groom (15ish HCP) did just fine.  The layout is superb, and there's a lot of classic Pete Dye design elements.

    I'd highly recommend it.  Here's some photos

    Looks a little like another famous Pete Dye hole...

  4. Speedy

    Speedy
    East Coast, NH

    I've never played in Vegas but I've played with Josh before and he will tell you the truth, trust me...   He knows a good course when he sees one and he's definitely not afraid to tell you the truth.. 

    Have a blast out there! 

  5. Todd T

    Todd T
    San Diego, CA

    Military

    Paiute Wolf is legit with ole Dye playing tricks.... If money is abundant, Shadow Creek will blow your mind!

  6. george t

    george t
    Old Lyme, CT

    My wife had a conference out there a couple of years ago and I tagged along for some golf while she worked.  Ah, the good life.  I didn't play Bali, but I rented a car and made a couple of trips to TPC LV, Paiute and Rio Secco (home of the Butch Harmon school and site of the Wendy's Three Tour challenge).  For you Looney Tunes fans, we saw coyotes and rabbits at TPC, and roadrunners at Paiute.  All three were fun courses, if I were to go back and choose one, I'd go back to Paiute first.  It's the longest drive from the strip, but there are no condos or homes lining the course, just golf and desert.  Some photos:

    TPC Las Vegas:  Looking back at the 2nd green from the 3rd tee

    TPC #14 Tee (aim for the steeple)

    TPC:  Looking back from the 14th green (That birdie putt wasn't as close as it looked!!)

      

    Rio Secco #16 from the Tee

    The approach shot:

    Rio Secco 11 - great views of the Strip

    Rio Secco #7 (they spare no expense on the landscaping!)

    Paiute Golf Resort- nothing but 54 holes of golf out here!

    Paiute (winds were blowing)

  7. Marc W

    Marc W
    las vegas, NV

    I would recommend Reflection Bay out at Lake Las Vegas, LV National is junk, Paiute courses are ok but it always seems windy out there. 

  8. Dan H

    Dan H
    Yulee, FL

    Have played TPC Las Vegas and Boulder Creek.  Both amazing and even though TPC was amazing, Boulder Creek was cheaper and ranked higher at the time.  Next time out there I want to play Paiute as I am a big Pete Dye fan of his courses.  

  9. Justinu3

    Justinu3
    Clive, IA

    Big fan of Paiute!  Definitely check it out.  GolfNow.com has some good rates for it too.

  10. Bcape9

    Bcape9
    Bellingham, MA

    Thank you for all the recommendations! I think we are leaning towards Paiute for price, multiple course options and location. Really looking forward to it and will make sure to post some pictures when we get back.  

  11. Hotsauce

    Hotsauce
    Georgetown MA

    George,

    TPC looks unreal.  If my wife allows me back to Vegas I'll try to sneak one in there.

    Bcape,

    You can't go wrong with Piaute!  If you're up for a challenge, play the Wolf.  All the courses are just fine though.  Word of advice- get there early (the range is great) and the greens are a little tricky.  Practice putting will really help you out there.  Also bring sunglasses and sunscreen galore.  It's bright and hot out there.

    Enjoy and take some pics!

  12. kevmi2az

    kevmi2az
    scottsdale, AZ

    Paiute and Rio Secco are two of the best moderately priced public courses. In the summer you can play Wynn for $300 which is fun to do once. TPC isn't bad but it is NOT the course the pros play. Kind of a bummer they still advertise it that way; they play the private TPC Summerlin course.

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