Las Vegas golf courses: Where to play golf in Sin City on your next Vegas vacation

A few famous Las Vegas golf courses regularly pop up as hosts of PGA Tour events, or celebrity golf tournaments and made-for-TV exhibitions. But Las Vegas is dotted with tons of other golf courses that many visitors don’t know.

You might not need extra motivation to make a trip to Sin City, but Las Vegas’ golf courses are worthy of your vacation time.

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If you’re planning a winter trip to play golf under the Nevada sun, or you’re just bringing your clubs along on a previously-planned Las Vegas vacation, here is a list of Las Vegas golf courses you could check out, their greens fees and links to book tee times.

Las Vegas golf courses

Wynn Golf Club

Address: 3131 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
Course type: Public
Greens fees: ~$600
Book tee time: wynnlasvegas.com

The Tom Fazio-designed Wynn Golf Club regularly hosts made-for-TV golf events. Most recently it hosted the eighth iteration of The Match, which pitted NFL stars Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce against Steph Curry and Klay Thompson.

The course is located directly on the Las Vegas strip, and while not as expensive as Shadow Creek, it’s still among the priciest tee times in the nation.

Shadow Creek Golf Course

Address: 3 Shadow Creek Dr, North Las Vegas, NV 89081
Course type: Resort
Greens fees: ~$1,200
Book tee time: mgmresorts.com

When Shadow Creek Golf Course debuted in North Las Vegas in 1989, the impossibly lush and impeccably manicured Tom Fazio design — with construction costs in the neighborhood of $60 million — dropped jaws all over the golf world.

Guest of designated MGM properties are free to book tee times, but it will cost. Shadow Creek features what might be the most expensive greens fees in all of golf.

Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort

Address: 10325 Nu-Wav Kaiv Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89124
Course type: Public
Greens fees: ~$120
Book tee time: lvpaiutegolf.com

“Just 25 minutes northwest of the famed Las Vegas Strip, this international golf destination is serving up the ultimate trio of magnificent, championship golf courses. Sculpted by World Golf Hall of Fame architect Pete Dye, these courses are his only pure designs in Nevada.” — lvpaiutegolf.com/

TPC Las Vegas

Address: 9851 Canyon Run Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89144
Course type: Public
Greens fees: ~$175
Book tee time: tpc.com/lasvegas/golf/

“TPC Las Vegas is a gem of a par-71, 7,106 yard championship golf course designed by acclaimed architect Bobby Weed and World Golf Hall of Famer Raymond Floyd. A true test of shot-making skill, the TPC Las Vegas golf course can challenge even the most seasoned of golfers, but remain playable for even the most novice of players. The lush greens weave through a scenic desert landscape of arroyos and barrancas over several hundred acres.” — tpc.com

Cascata Golf Club

Address: 1 Cascata Dr, Boulder City, NV 89005
Course type: Public
Greens fees: ~$500
Book tee time: golfcascata.com

“Soaring 3,200 feet above the Las Vegas desert Valley amid the foothills of the River Mountain Range, Cascata offers a breathtaking backdrop for a golf experience like no other. The par-72 Rees Jones-designed golf course provides stunning vistas at every turn. Towering red mountain peaks contrast lush fairways, accented by lakes, streams, and wildlife. Tour caliber caddies, world-class practice facilities, delicious food and beverage offerings, and personalized service round out the Cascata experience, all just 30-minutes from the Las Vegas strip.” — golfcascata.com

Bali Hai Golf Club

Address: 5160 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89119
Course type: Public
Greens fees: ~$200
Book tee time: balihaigolfclub.com

“Designed by Lee Schmidt and Brian Curley in 2000, the Bali Hai Golf Club is a worthy namesake of the famous Indonesian land of enchantment. The lush surroundings include seven-acres of opulent water features, a total of 4,000 trees with 2,500 stands of towering palms and 100,000 Balinese tropical plants. Transition and out-of-play areas are accented with Augusta white sand and black volcanic rock outcroppings. The par-71 course measures 7,002 yards from the tips and affords spectacular views of the Strip mega-resorts from the fairways.” — balihaigolfclub.com

Arroyo Golf Club

Address: 2250 Red Springs Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89135
Course type: Resort
Greens fees: ~$200
Book tee time: thearroyogolfclub.com

“The Arroyo Arnold Palmer Course, located at Red Rock Country Club, is open to public play and is located in the Master Planned Community of Summerlin in Las Vegas. The Arroyo golf course ribbons seamlessly through the rugged terrain and is nestled between the spectacular landscapes of Red Rock Canyon, one of Las Vegas’ most revered natural landmarks. Panoramic views of the Las Vegas cityscape are stunning from the Arroyo’s hole #7.” — thearroyogolfclub.com

Angel Park Golf Club

Address: 100 S Rampart Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89145
Course type: Public
Greens fees: ~$160
Book tee time: angelpark.com

“At Angel Park Golf Club you can enjoy the challenge and beauty of two Arnold Palmer-designed 18-hole championship golf courses, experience the thrill of the game’s most famous par-threes, and test your mettle against the intriguing putting course. Angel Park is 20 minutes northwest of McCarran International Airport and the Las Vegas Strip. Both the Cloud Nine and putting course are lighted for evening enjoyment.” — angelpark.com

Bear’s Best Las Vegas

Address: 11111 W Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89135
Course type: Public
Greens fees: ~$230
Book tee time: invitedclubs.com

“Bear’s Best Las Vegas is a unique golf course made up of 18 holes hand selected by Jack Nicklaus from his 270 designs worldwide. This high-end daily fee Las Vegas golf course includes manicured bent grass greens, challenging designs, and immaculate fairway/tee complexes.” — invitedclubs.com

Boulder Creek Golf Club

Address: 1501 Veterans Memorial Dr, Boulder City, NV 89005
Course type: Public
Greens fees: ~$100
Book tee time: bouldercreekgc.com

“Boulder Creek Golf Club is home to three world-class, 9-hole golf courses: Desert Hawk, Coyote Run and Eldorado Valley.” — bouldercreekgc.com

Reflection Bay Golf Club

Address: 75 Montelago Blvd, Henderson, NV 89011
Course type: Public
Greens fees: ~$160
Book tee time: reflectionbaygolf.com

“Reflection Bay Golf Club is located in the luxurious high end resort residential community of Lake Las Vegas. Created in 1998, Reflection Bay Golf Club is designated as a prestigious Jack Nicklaus Signature Design course, the only such course located in the state of Nevada. Reflection Bay has hosted the Wendy’s 3 Tour Challenge PGA event several times.” — reflectionbaygolf.com

Rio Secco Golf Club

Address: 2851 Grand Hills Dr, Henderson, NV 89052
Course type: Public
Greens fees: Start at ~$159
Book tee time: golfriosecco.com

“Built amongst the stunning canyons and plateaus that wind through the Black Mountains of Nevada, Rio Secco invites you to take part in an unforgettable golf experience. The par-72 Rees Jones designed golf course is known as one of the finest courses in Las Vegas – with views of the famed Vegas Strip throughout the round. With world renowned golf coach Butch Harmon available for instruction, Janelas Restaurant for 19th hole delicacies, top tier course conditions, and excellent customer service; Rio Secco has countless surprises in store to help make your experience a memorable one.” — golfriosecco.com

Chimera Golf Club

Address: 901 Olivia Pkwy, Henderson, NV 89011
Course type: Public
Greens fees: ~$70
Book tee time: chimeragolfclub.com/

“Chimera Golf Club was designed in 2003 by Ted Robinson Jr. The 6,906 yard layout boasts forgiving fairways and a playable desert landscape which provides a fair challenge from any set of tees. The natural terrain and unparalleled views of the Las Vegas Strip make Chimera Golf Club an incredible place to enjoy a round. Begin your day warming up on the driving range with unobstructed views of the Strip, Downtown Vegas, and snow-capped Mt. Charleston before hitting the course.” — chimeragolfclub.com