The Lowdown: It has been called one of the most remarkable and most visually spectacular courses in the world. And from the very first glance, every thoroughly pampered visitor to Wolf Creek Golf Club understands why.?An easy one hour drive northeast of Las Vegas in Mesquite, Nevada, this amazing facility was called the "Most Spectacular New Course in America" by Affluent Golfer magazine when it opened for play back in 2000. It's also ranked 22nd on Golf Digest's list of the country's top 100 public facilities. The course winds up, down and through dramatic red rock canyons, and from the back tees requires generous quantities of both power and precision. One of those back tees stands as tall as an 11-storey building! Yet even the novice player can have a round chock full of smiles by selecting the front set of tees where forced carries are few and far between. Perhaps the ultimate challenge for any and all players is focusing on each and every shot while constantly surrounded by breathtaking vistas that are a photo op waiting to happen.?Those vistas are equally mesmerizing from the Terrace at Wolf Creek, the club's new restaurant and banquet facility that was designed to accommodate the foursome as well as all varieties of formal and casual events.

 

FYI: Golf at Wolf Creek is always an extraordinary experience and a must play for any golfer. Now, Wolf Creek’s Red Carpet Packages make it even more attractive to tee it up at this highly-rated layout as well as other popular nearby courses. The one-night package includes an advance tee time at Wolf Creek along with lodging at the Eureka Casino Hotel where the players win. The two-night package adds a round at Falcon Ridge Golf Club while the three-night includes The Palmer course at Oasis. Golfers will experience superb course conditions at all venues throughout the year and intoxicating mountain vistas in every direction. Then also enjoy exceptional dining options before and after your round at the Terrace at Wolf Creek.

Contact: (866) 252-4653; www.golfwolfcreek.com

 

AT A GLANCE

Wolf Creek Golf Club

Desert course was named one of America's best golf courses in 2001 and 2002 by Golf Digest and was ranked No. 48 in Golf Magazine's "Top 100 You Can Play" in 2002. Set amid dramatic sandstone canyon cliffs. Dress code enforced: shirts with collars, no denim. Driving range (irons only) included in green fee.

Architect: Dennis Rider.

Daily fee, 18 holes, estab. 2000

Location: 401 Paradise Pkwy., Mesquite, NV 89027.

702-346-1670, fax 702-345-6729,  HYPERLINK "http://www.golfwolfcreek.com" www.golfwolfcreek.com

Back tees: 7,018 yards, par 72. Green fees include cart

 

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