Vegas Golfing Prospects Look Hot

Saturday, December 6, 2008 ·

By Charles Davis

It's always a good day to be a golfer in Las Vegas, with over 300 days of sun and over a hundred affordable courses to choose from. Temperatures range from 58 to 100 degrees allowing any player to enjoy the scenery of the area, and more importantly, great golfing opportunities.

With greens fees ranging from $120 to $295, the Reflections Bay golf caters to those willing to pay more for an excellent experience. Golf Digest rates this Jack Nicklaus Signature Course in the "Top 100 Best Courses You Can Play", and since 1998, this 7,261-yard golf course has wowed golfers with its 320-acre lake and lush surroundings.

Additionally, ranging from $250 and up you have the Brian Curley and Lee Schmidt designed Bali Hai Golf Club. Opening in 2000, the course is known for its luxurious looks and stunning golf course design. Playing at 7,002 yards from the championship tees, this par-71 course is widely refered to as "lush" by most golfers.

The slightly less indulgent, and slightly more conservative golfer may find the Jay Morris-designed Painted Desert Golf Club more to their liking. Green fees range from $69 to $149, and one of the first courses to open in Las Vegas. Itsmodest 6,781 yards allow most any golfer to enjoy this playable desert course.

Dye Designs International brings to Las Vegas the Desert Pines Golf Club, a course shaded by pine trees and featuring water on half of its holes. With green fees from $35 to $160, even the most price-conscious golfer can enjoy these 6,810 yard course.

Green fees range from $55 to $95 at the USGA Links-qualified Black Mountain Golf and Country Club, designed by Bob Baldock and Gill and Associates. Its 6,550, tree-lined fairways feature 27 holes and a wide range of difficulties, with Bermuda rough and old-fashioned greens making up for its smaller size.

Finally comes the self-proclaimed most comprehensive golf experience in the world. Arnold Palmer's Angel Park Golf Club is viewed by manyas the best golf course in Las Vegas. Since 1989, they've offered 36 holes, nine of which are lighted, and natural grass, all for $65 to $160.

Each of these courses would prove rewarding for a golfer in its own way, and with a myriad to choose from, the choice can be daunting. With stable weather, and astounding golf courses, any golfer can find paradise in Las Vegas, poor or rich, skilled or just starting out. Everyone can enjoy the best golf destinations in Las Vegas.

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