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Reno golf course guide
Fore! Long balls, short game, we've got it all
Reno-Sparks offers a great deal of variety for your golf game. Surrounded by mountain views, our public and private courses are designed, often by the pros, for the beginner or the most savvy greens grazers.
Arrow Creek Golf Club
Two 18-hole championship golf courses, "The Legend," designed by Arnold Palmer and "The Challenge," by Fuzzy Zoeller and John Harbottle III, provide enjoyable golf for players of all levels. Driving range, practice green, chipping green/short game/bunker complex and a 9-hole putting course. Private club open to the public. - From Arrowcreekcc.com
2905 Arrowcreek Pkwy., Reno
(775) 850-4653
Aqua Driving Range
Four island greens vary in distance and difficulty. Hole-in-ones rewarded with prizes; private instruction available from PGA and LPGA professionals. Open daily at 7 a.m. - GrandSierraResort.com
2500 E. Second St., Reno
(775) 789-2122
Bunker Indoor Golf Center
Grand Sierra Resort's virtual indoor courses allow users to play simulated courses using regulation equipment. Advanced technology makes this game almost as good as the real thing — PGA and LPGA instruction is available. - GrandSierraResort.com
2500 E. Second St., Reno
(775) 789-2444
Hidden Valley Country Club
This private 18-hole course was designed by William F. Bell in 1958, but renovated in 2001 by Mike Stark and Dick Bailey. 7,300 yards with a 74 rating and a 135 slope. - hvccreno.com
3575 E. Hidden Valley Dr., Reno
(775) 857-4735
LakeRidge Golf Course & Driving Range
Designed by golf architect, Robert Trent Jones, Sr., in 1969 this course is known for its par-3 hole 15. Located 4.5 miles from downtown Reno with mountain views of the city skyline and Lake Stanley - LakeRidgeGolf.com
1218 Golf Club Drive, Reno
(775) 825-2200
Montreux Golf Club Limited
Home of the The Legends Reno-Tahoe Open, this private, Jack Nicklaus-designed 18-hole course poses a challenge with the "Bear Trap," on holes 6-8; experience elevation changes along the 18-hole, 7,500 yard-course - MontreuxGolf.com
18000 Bordeaux Drive, Reno
(775) 849-1090
Redhawk Golf Course
A 7,140-yard public Lakes course, designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr., 100 bunkers, A-4 grass greens, practice range, chipping and pitching station, 10,000 square-foot practice green. Lessons available from PGA staff. Also Hills Private Course - ResortAtRedHawk.com
6600 N. Wingfield Parkway, Sparks
(775) 626-6000
Rosewood Lakes Municipal Golf
Municipal course, opened 1991, on 60 acres of protected wetlands, four tees, 5,073-6,693 yards, challenges all levels, NCPGA's Fred Elliott offers lessons, desert views, native wildlife, conveniently located -- RosewoodLakes.com
6800 Pembroke Drive, Reno
(775) 857-2892
Sierra Sage Golf Course
Located 10 miles north of Reno in Stead; created in 1960 by the U.S. Air Force for personnel. Later purchased by Washoe County and the back nine was created in 1970. Upgraded irrigation and redesigned holes. A great course for beginners but presents a challenge to all golfers. "Don't let the low green fees sway you from playing this course," -- SierraSagegolf.org
6355 Silver Lake Road, Reno
(775) 972-1564
Somersett Country Club
An18-hole par 72 private golf course that plays to 7,252 yards from its championship tees. Designed by Tom Kite working with Roy Bechtol and Randy Russell, the breathtaking course features seven lakes, 62 white sand bunkers, 400-foot wide landing areas, dramatic elevation changes and spectacular mountain views. Guests must play with member.- Somersett.com
Directions:
Exit I-80 at Robb Drive. Turn left onto Sharlands (stop light). Sharlands crosses MaeAnne and becomes Somersett Parkway. Turn in left at the second roundabout onto Town Square Way.
(775) 787-1800 x 702
Washoe Golf Course
"The Shoe" is a 6695-yard par 72 for men, par 74 for ladies. A challenge to the most-experienced golfers while still being a good course for beginners, it offers a driving range, chipping area, teaching pro and the pro shop's latest golf supplies. Available for groups, tournaments - WashoeGolf.com
2601 Foley Way, Reno
(775) 828-6640
Wildcreek Golf Course
Sparks' public 18-hole course, a venue for PGA seniors, offers variety; 9-hole Executive course, both offer year-round play. Putting, chipping, driving range, pro shop and PGA lessons. Located 10 minutes from the airport. Maximum yardage of 6,987; 72.9 rating - VisitRenoTaho.com
3500 Sullivan Lane, Sparks
(775) 673-3100
Wolf Run Golf Club
18-hole course with a championship layout, four sets of tee boxes, driving range, club repair studio, custom-fitting for major brands, 10,00 square-foot putting green. PGA pro lessons, Pro shop, Magic Move Golf academy, junior golf clinics - WolfRunGolfClub.com
1400 Wolf Run Road, Reno
(775) 851-3301
Arrow Creek Golf Club
Two 18-hole championship golf courses, "The Legend," designed by Arnold Palmer and "The Challenge," by Fuzzy Zoeller and John Harbottle III, provide enjoyable golf for players of all levels. Driving range, practice green, chipping green/short game/bunker complex and a 9-hole putting course. Private club open to the public. - From Arrowcreekcc.com
2905 Arrowcreek Pkwy., Reno
(775) 850-4653
Aqua Driving Range
Four island greens vary in distance and difficulty. Hole-in-ones rewarded with prizes; private instruction available from PGA and LPGA professionals. Open daily at 7 a.m. - GrandSierraResort.com
2500 E. Second St., Reno
(775) 789-2122
Bunker Indoor Golf Center
Grand Sierra Resort's virtual indoor courses allow users to play simulated courses using regulation equipment. Advanced technology makes this game almost as good as the real thing — PGA and LPGA instruction is available. - GrandSierraResort.com
2500 E. Second St., Reno
(775) 789-2444
Hidden Valley Country Club
This private 18-hole course was designed by William F. Bell in 1958, but renovated in 2001 by Mike Stark and Dick Bailey. 7,300 yards with a 74 rating and a 135 slope. - hvccreno.com
3575 E. Hidden Valley Dr., Reno
(775) 857-4735
LakeRidge Golf Course & Driving Range
Designed by golf architect, Robert Trent Jones, Sr., in 1969 this course is known for its par-3 hole 15. Located 4.5 miles from downtown Reno with mountain views of the city skyline and Lake Stanley - LakeRidgeGolf.com
1218 Golf Club Drive, Reno
(775) 825-2200
Montreux Golf Club Limited
Home of the The Legends Reno-Tahoe Open, this private, Jack Nicklaus-designed 18-hole course poses a challenge with the "Bear Trap," on holes 6-8; experience elevation changes along the 18-hole, 7,500 yard-course - MontreuxGolf.com
18000 Bordeaux Drive, Reno
(775) 849-1090
Redhawk Golf Course
A 7,140-yard public Lakes course, designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr., 100 bunkers, A-4 grass greens, practice range, chipping and pitching station, 10,000 square-foot practice green. Lessons available from PGA staff. Also Hills Private Course - ResortAtRedHawk.com
6600 N. Wingfield Parkway, Sparks
(775) 626-6000
Rosewood Lakes Municipal Golf
Municipal course, opened 1991, on 60 acres of protected wetlands, four tees, 5,073-6,693 yards, challenges all levels, NCPGA's Fred Elliott offers lessons, desert views, native wildlife, conveniently located -- RosewoodLakes.com
6800 Pembroke Drive, Reno
(775) 857-2892
Sierra Sage Golf Course
Located 10 miles north of Reno in Stead; created in 1960 by the U.S. Air Force for personnel. Later purchased by Washoe County and the back nine was created in 1970. Upgraded irrigation and redesigned holes. A great course for beginners but presents a challenge to all golfers. "Don't let the low green fees sway you from playing this course," -- SierraSagegolf.org
6355 Silver Lake Road, Reno
(775) 972-1564
Somersett Country Club
An18-hole par 72 private golf course that plays to 7,252 yards from its championship tees. Designed by Tom Kite working with Roy Bechtol and Randy Russell, the breathtaking course features seven lakes, 62 white sand bunkers, 400-foot wide landing areas, dramatic elevation changes and spectacular mountain views. Guests must play with member.- Somersett.com
Directions:
Exit I-80 at Robb Drive. Turn left onto Sharlands (stop light). Sharlands crosses MaeAnne and becomes Somersett Parkway. Turn in left at the second roundabout onto Town Square Way.
(775) 787-1800 x 702
Washoe Golf Course
"The Shoe" is a 6695-yard par 72 for men, par 74 for ladies. A challenge to the most-experienced golfers while still being a good course for beginners, it offers a driving range, chipping area, teaching pro and the pro shop's latest golf supplies. Available for groups, tournaments - WashoeGolf.com
2601 Foley Way, Reno
(775) 828-6640
Wildcreek Golf Course
Sparks' public 18-hole course, a venue for PGA seniors, offers variety; 9-hole Executive course, both offer year-round play. Putting, chipping, driving range, pro shop and PGA lessons. Located 10 minutes from the airport. Maximum yardage of 6,987; 72.9 rating - VisitRenoTaho.com
3500 Sullivan Lane, Sparks
(775) 673-3100
Wolf Run Golf Club
18-hole course with a championship layout, four sets of tee boxes, driving range, club repair studio, custom-fitting for major brands, 10,00 square-foot putting green. PGA pro lessons, Pro shop, Magic Move Golf academy, junior golf clinics - WolfRunGolfClub.com
1400 Wolf Run Road, Reno
(775) 851-3301
Carson Valley courses
Genoa Lakes CourseLuxury and performance are the name of the game on the Lakes Course, a links-style course where rolling fairways meet head-on with the eastern slopes of the dramatic Sierra Nevada Mountains. Lush wetlands and the winding Carson River bring water into 14 holes of play, making long, straight drives the order of the day. The course is open year round and is just short drive from Reno into the Carson Valley.
• Course Designers: Peter Jacobsen and John Harbottle III
• Details: 18 holes; 72 par; multiple tees; yardage, 5078 to 7359; slope, 119 to 133; ratings, 67.0 to 74.6.
• Amenities: driving range, rentals, lessons, restaurant/bar, practice facilities.
1 Genoa Lakes Dr, Genoa,
(775) 782-4653
Empire Ranch Golf Course
A fun and inviting 27-hole championship layout for all levels of golfers.Located along the Carson River and sheltered between the bluffs on 250 acres of historic ranch land, "The Ranch" offers players plush tee boxes and smooth, fast greens. Lush fairways wandering through environmentally protected wetlands will challenge the low-handicapper, but at the same time, play fairly for the higher handicapper. - www.empireranchgolf.com
1875 Fair Way, Carson City
(775) 885-2100
Eagle Valley Golf Course
This scenic course has two 18-hole courses:
• Eagle Valley East features a user-friendly layout and is great for walking or riding.
• Eagle Valley West is a desert links-style course that challenges the best of golfers.
Located in the foothills of Carson City, just minutes away from Lake Tahoe, Virginia City, Reno and the beautiful Carson Valley. - www.eaglevalleygolf.com
999 Centennial Park Drive, Carson City
(775) 887-2380
Silver Oak Golf Club
Spread out over 160 acres, this 18-hole public golf course features five sets of tees making it enjoyable for golfers of all ages and skill levels.Discover the par-71 layout just 6,564 yards from tournament tees, and dramatic elevation changes on the front nine which offer spectacular views. - silveroakgolf.com
1251 Country Club Drive, Carson City
(775) 841-7000
