The ultimate guy's vacation is weekend of golf and gambling. Mesquite, Nevada is a booming golf destination located 80 miles from Las Vegas without the Vegas hustle and bustle. A long weekend can provide world top notch golf and entertainment. The area boasts 8 plush golf courses and 3 Casinos that will not disappoint.
Conestoga Golf Club The newest and arguably the best rated area course is the Conestoga Golf Club. Newly opened to the public 2010, this 18 hole masterpiece was artfully crafted by Gary Panks. He skillfully interwove the course thru the contours of Sun City Mesquite's spectacular landforms. Undulating through canyons with gently ascending and descending elevations, rugged rock outcroppings and tranquil water elements, the integrity of the land is preserved at every opportunity.
After the first few holes my fellow golf partners were speechless, we felt like we were playing a live version of Golden Tee. The feeling started on the second hole you will be face a 162 yard par three that drops 4 stories to a generous green surrounded on all sides by the golden brown desert.
The 4th hole offers a blind tee shot to a generous landing area. On the tee the hole disappears because the fairway abruptly ends with a 40 foot plus drop to a lower tiered fairway. Long ball hitters can reach the second fairway avoiding an intimating elevated shot to the green. The signature hole is the par five 6th that is target golf at it's finest. The fairway is slit by 2 ridges and proper club selection is needed to give you a chance to par the hole.
Troon Golf is managed by Troon golf and it is a must play if your golf travels venture thru Mesquite or Las Vegas.
www.conestogagolf.com 702.346.4292 1499 Falcon Ridge Parkway Mesquite, NV 89034
Other Courses and Accommodations
CasaBlanca Golf Club CasaBlanca Golf Club features an 18-hole, 7,011-yard championship course designed by Cal Olson. The 18 holes wind through the region's natural desert wetlands offering wonderful views of the surrounding Virgin River Mountains.
www.casablancaresort.com 702-346-6764 950 West Mesquite Blvd. Mesquite, NV 89027
Falcon Ridge Winding through the hills and canyons of Northwest Mesquite lays one of the most picturesque golf venues in all of Nevada, Falcon Ridge Golf Course. This 6550 yard par 71 desert layout boasts some of the most beautiful landscapes one has ever seen. Spectacular elevation changes, numerous water features and high mesa views along with a track that is playable for all classes of golfers makes Falcon Ridge Golf Course a must on anyone's golf outing. Falcon Ridge is located in Mesquite, Nevada 77 miles Northeast of Las Vegas on I-15.
www.golffalcon.com 702-346-6363 345 Calais Dr Mesquite, NV 89027
Oasis Golf Club The Oasis Golf Club features 36 holes. Formerly known as the Oasis Golf Course, the Palmer Course is Arnold Palmer's magnificent masterpiece in the desert.
This par-71 course offers you a choice of five different tees and some of the most scenic desert panoramas in Southern Nevada. It's rugged canyon fairways and meticulous contour greens set this course apart as one of the best 18 holes you can play. The Palmer Course has been rated among the "Top 10 You Can Play" by Golf Digest.
The Canyons Course is a par-71 course featuring the remodeled Vistas golf course and the recently completed new Arroyo nine.
This is 18 holes of spectacular golf, designed to complement the already challenging and scenic Palmer course. This is a rugged, meticulously designed course, complimenting the character and charm of its natural setting. The large fairways and Bermuda greens make the course player friendly and a refreshing change of pace.
www.theoasisgolfclub.com 702-346-7820 100 Palmer Lane Mesquite, NV 89027
The Palms Golf Club Mesquite's first golf course maintains its reputation among the finest golfing experiences in the area. From the front side surrounded by water to the back nine built among the arroyos and canyons, you'll enjoy the richness of the course and the surrounding beauty of the desert and mountains. The front 9 is a traditional flat desert course with a lot of water with the back 9 offering dramatic elevation changes. The Palms Golf Club is the Home of the Remax Long Drive Contest.
www.palmsgolfclub.com 877-GETAWAY 711 Palms Blvd Mesquite, NV 89027
Wolf Creek Opened in 2000 and continues to raise the bar when it comes to golf excellence. The par-72, 7,018-yard layout mesmerizes and challenges players from start to finish, no matter your playing ability.
"We've found it is possible to provide an unbelievable golf experience and put a smile on people's faces. That's our goal," Cory Clemetson told VegasGolfer Magazine.
Lush green fairways wind through the rugged desert terrain and elevated tee boxes greet players with immaculate views of the course. Wolf Creek's stunning layout and the staff's attention to every detail make a round of golf here memorable.
www.golfwoldcreek.com 866-252-4653 403 Paradise Parkway Mesquite, NV 89027
PGA Golf Club Coyote Springs - The Chase Off the beaten path but categorized in the Mesquite area is the first of several courses at this ambitious development an hour from Mesquitw is known as the Chase, just as the name indicates, the 7,471-yard Jack Nicklaus layout may have you trying to catch your breath by the end of the round. The course plays fast and firm, and will test all your shotmaking skills. Well worth the drive.
www.coyotesprings.com 702-422-1400 3100 State Route 168 Coyote Springs, NV 89037
Gaming and Casinos
CasaBlanca is a beautiful full service Mesquite resort offering over 450 deluxe tower rooms and suites. CasaBlanca has a spacious, clean-air, 24-hour casino featuring more than 700 video poker and slot machines, along with Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, Three Card Poker, Pai Gow, Let-It-Ride, and Race and Sports Book. www.casablancaresort.com
The Eureka Casino Resort combines the comfort and relaxation of a resort hotel with the 24/7 excitement only a casino can provide. Built on 60 acres with scenic red table top mesas, the hotel features newly remodeled rooms and suites as well as a new resort swimming pool, separate from the casino. Rooms are decorated and styled with your comfort in mind. Family owned and operated, the resort is an expression of our personality and features over 6 different room types with a goal of matching you with your ideal accommodations. From its intimate poolside patio rooms to the grand Paramount Suite, the resort aspires to offer guests an individualized experience. During your stay, take a swim in the refreshing pool or pamper yourself with an in room massage, then recline in the poolside cabanas while enjoying the picturesque palm trees and lush garden setting. eurekamesquite.com
Virgin River is a family-friendly casual property with the most family entertainment options available. Comfortable accommodations in more than 700 rooms await guests upon arrival. Guests may enjoy the arcade, bowling center - including cosmic bowling (Fri. & Sat.) and seasonal pool. The casino features a race/sports book, bingo, slot machines and table games. www.virginriver.com
