Sun Mountain at Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort
About
At the Sun Mountain course at the Las Vegas Paiute Resort, Pete Dye uses the rolling terrain in an almost links-style design.
Straying from fairways can put you in the fescue grass, but this isn't the ball-gobbling fescue you'd expect from Dye. If anything Sun Mountain plays easier than Snow Mountain. The 140 slope rating from the back tees might even seem a little inflated when you're out on the course.
Which isn't to say it's a complete pushover. It's still a Dye after all. It still has bunkers you'll remember. Or lose sleep over.
Take the green-guarding bunker on the 219-yard par-3 14th. It is so steep in front that you almost have to hit the ball straight up in the air to get it out successfully. Some hackers become so unnerved by this bunker that they hit out backward, going back toward the fairway to escape. Yes, even at his kindler, gentler best, Pete Dye can make golfers retreat on a course.
Sun does not hit you with much water, but it makes good use of the vast Paiute landscape. There are huge desert areas between the holes, giving each hole a sense of isolation. You're not going to be observing someone's shank on a parallel fairway.
Also known as Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort - Tav-Ai-Kaiv Course.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
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| Black/Tournament | 72 | 7112 yards | 73.4 | 140 |
| Yellow | 72 | 6631 yards | 71.2 | 128 |
| White | 72 | 6074 yards | 68.7 | 121 |
| White (W) | 72 | 6074 yards | 74.6 | 128 |
| Red (W) | 72 | 5465 yards | 71.3 | 122 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 73.4/140 | 454 | 379 | 558 | 206 | 389 | 436 | 530 | 204 | 449 | 3605 | 358 | 545 | 465 | 426 | 219 | 365 | 527 | 198 | 404 | 3507 | 7112 |
| Yellow M: 71.2/128 | 418 | 356 | 537 | 184 | 366 | 409 | 501 | 170 | 416 | 3357 | 332 | 530 | 431 | 410 | 189 | 338 | 500 | 157 | 387 | 3274 | 6631 |
| White M: 68.7/121 | 399 | 310 | 504 | 138 | 358 | 370 | 466 | 140 | 385 | 3070 | 308 | 479 | 401 | 381 | 168 | 309 | 459 | 137 | 362 | 3004 | 6074 |
| Red W: 71.3/122 | 382 | 289 | 458 | 123 | 315 | 348 | 392 | 118 | 346 | 2771 | 277 | 442 | 369 | 345 | 144 | 274 | 400 | 110 | 333 | 2694 | 5465 |
| Handicap | 5 | 15 | 7 | 11 | 13 | 1 | 9 | 17 | 3 | 14 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 16 | 12 | 10 | 18 | 6 | |||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
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Reviews
Reviewer Photos
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Photo submitted by LtQuVKLmVfV4H4foSbYw on 03/24/2026
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Photo submitted by elliotyoon on 01/07/2026
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Picturesque number five is a great–though quite intimidating–driving hole. A cluster of five bunkers guards the right side, which is the shorter route to the green. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 12/16/2025
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The par-4 sixth hole, ranking as the #1 index, tops out at 426 yards. While not a terrifying hole, it demands four good shots for a par. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 12/16/2025
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he serpentine fairway at eleven, the course’s second-longest par-5, wriggles uphill past six strategically-placed bunkers. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 12/16/2025
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Dye reveled in the creation of optical illusions: at the 219-yard 14th, it is hard to tell (even from this more elevated view than the tee’s) that the two larger bunkers rest some 45 yards short of the green, not next to it. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 12/16/2025
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Fifteen is about as clever as a short par-4 gets. A split fairway, separated by three large bunkers, allows for strategic play from tee to green. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 12/16/2025
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Sun Mountain’s par-4 eighteenth, captured about an hour before sunset. The large pond runs down most of the hole’s left side. Photo submitted by AptlyLinked on 12/16/2025
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Crazy blue water! Photo submitted by Hungryheffer253 on 09/01/2025
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Photo submitted by Hungryheffer253 on 09/01/2025
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Photo submitted by u7629157 on 09/15/2024
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Photo submitted by joedeekelly on 08/20/2024
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Photo submitted by JakobGreek on 06/13/2024
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Photo submitted by JakobGreek on 06/13/2024
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Photo submitted by u000002163090 on 01/12/2023
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Photo submitted by u000006817895 on 12/08/2022
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Photo submitted by RSGolfGirl on 09/07/2022
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Photo submitted by u000007652976 on 04/16/2022
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I’ll be baaack Photo submitted by jett2ivyy on 11/04/2021
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Photo submitted by Jerrydidit on 06/23/2021
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Photo submitted by u000004591438 on 02/10/2021
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Photo submitted by u314161025610 on 01/06/2021
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Photo submitted by pribyl on 11/03/2019
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Photo submitted by golfsuLLy on 10/24/2019
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Photo submitted by golfsuLLy on 10/24/2019
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Photo submitted by golfsuLLy on 10/24/2019
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Photo submitted by golfsuLLy on 10/24/2019
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Photo submitted by golfsuLLy on 10/24/2019
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Photo submitted by golfsuLLy on 10/24/2019
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Photo submitted by xkyleclark3 on 06/13/2018
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18th Holes Photo submitted by xkyleclark3 on 06/13/2018
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Photo submitted by Travis822 on 05/30/2017
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Photo submitted by Travis822 on 05/30/2017
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Photo submitted by Travis822 on 05/30/2017
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Photo submitted by Travis822 on 05/30/2017
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View from the clubhouse. (Snow Mountain Course) Photo submitted by u000001263809 on 08/28/2015
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A beautiful par 3. Photo submitted by u000001263809 on 08/28/2015
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Photo submitted by waterford5301 on 05/05/2015
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Photo submitted by waterford5301 on 05/05/2015
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Photo submitted by waterford5301 on 05/05/2015
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Photo submitted by waterford5301 on 05/05/2015
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Photo submitted by u000001366249 on 09/09/2014
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great closing hole Photo submitted by jallman1 on 02/05/2014
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beautiful yet very demanding par 3 Photo submitted by jallman1 on 02/05/2014
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eagle grabs some lunch Photo submitted by jallman1 on 02/05/2014
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Photo submitted by Bo2267202 on 12/11/2013
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Photo submitted by schmittj on 11/21/2013
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Photo submitted by ddanmurphy13 on 06/06/2013
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Paiute Sun Course Photo submitted by THEREPAIRER on 05/17/2013
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Eyelash Sandtrap Photo submitted by oldnagg on 03/26/2013
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Road Runner Photo submitted by oldnagg on 03/26/2013
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The Lake at Sun Mountain Photo submitted by oldnagg on 03/26/2013
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Over the Mountain top Photo submitted by oldnagg on 03/26/2013
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Golf in the dessert Photo submitted by lyla on 11/03/2012
Fun course with great views
A friend recommended Paiute to me and I wasn't disappointed. The course was in great condition and the course was challenging without being ridiculous. The views were fantastic. Staff was very friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend.
Desert Golf at its best!!!
This place is absolutely fantastic!!!! You cannot beat the views. Staff was super friendly, the course in great shape and the weather superb. I played it 3 days in a row - May 1 it was windier than I had ever seen it (steady30-40 mph winds). May 2 was picture perfect - barely any wind at all. May 3 was what you would expect from a course so out in the open - light breezes with occasional gusts. Very challenging, but if you can keep it in the green stuff (fairway or rough) you can shoot a good score. I cannot believe I never played here before, and can't see playing anywhere else in Vegas after.
Excellent Value For A Top Quality Course
Paiute has 3 excellent courses, always in pristine condition and a great value when purchased thru Golf Now
No homes or condos on any course and very player friendly
BEAUTIFUL course and very friendly staff.
I've played all three courses here last year and played again during my visit to Las Vegas in April 2013. It's very quick and easy to get to from downtown LV. I really enjoy this golf course. Beautiful views. Drive placement is critical, or you will lose a lot of balls.
Great Course if you like HEAT
Played on a sun-drenched Sunday. Pace of play was a little slow, but not terrible for a Sunday. Facility is absolutely beautiful. Staff is excellent. I think the Sun and Wolf courses (played Wolf in the afternoon) would be awesome if there were just some sort of shade around the tee boxes. We ended up waiting on the tee most every hole and there are absolutely NO TREES. We all know that the Vegas heat is manageable if you can just get in the shade. By the end of the day, we felt baked. Great layout, well maintained.
Great time!!!
It took about 25 minutes drive but trust me it's worth it. A little warning on green aerification this time of year.
Of the 3 courses at Paiute it was my least favorite
The greens were in poor shape and the course was overwhelmed by grasshoppers to the point we considered walking off.
Very nice course
I'd make this course a must stop if you are golfing in Vegas! Beautiful views, great fairways! Greens were a little unpredictable but should be nice when in a few weeks!
Great Course!
The Paiute courses are some of the best in the Las Vegas area.
Worth the Drive
A little far from my home in LV but definitely worth the commute. Excellent course in excellent condition. We played on a day with low wind which made it much more enjoyable. Can not wait to play it again. Thanks Golf Now for the great discount off their regular weekend rates.
Well maintained, generous landing area off the tee
Sun Course plays around 7100 yds but seems shorter. It is very well maintained; the tee boxes, rough, fairway, bunkers and greens. Quite a few bunkers on the course but all are playable if you happen to get into one. Played with a gentleman who works in the clubhouse, he along with the rest of the staff i encountered were friendly. Best bag drop setup i've seen in town. Hoping to play the Wolf course soon.
A bit of a drive from town
Nice place, a bit of a drive from town. Slow greens!
Paiute is worth the Drive
I had the opportunity to play the Sun Mountain Course at Paiute. The course was in superb shape, and the course offers a challenging but fair layout. If you are willing to drive 25 minutes from the strip I would highly recommend Paiute Golf Course.
Great course
Great course. Played long because of the wind on the day we played.
Bunkers were a little hard and need to be churned at the bottom.
Great layout, and friendly staff.
Will definitely play again when in the Las Vegas area. Played
in 3 hrs and 40 minutes, on a fairly crowded day. We played
the Sun course, and it was in great shape, and everyone was
so friendly to us.
Very playable but not easy. Many forced carries over bunkers.
Great layout. Don't miss a shot if you want to score. Just what a golf fanatic is looking for.
Best Golf Deal in Las Vegas
Without a doubt, playing any of the three golf courses at Pauite Golf Resort is the best deal you'll find for golf in Las Vegas. Even more so if you score a GolfNow hot-time like I did for $60 (all taxes included). Green fee includes cart with GPS, range and practise facilities. Lots of cart gals on the course and an excellent Pro-Shop.
The "Pauite Sun" course is very enjoyable and in excellent condition compared to other Las Vegas area courses. No water restrictions on the Pauite Indian Reserve, so fairways and greens are well watered, green and lush. The wind can really change how the course plays. Little wind, an enjoyable round. Medium wind, a challenging, yet enjoyable round. Lots of wind? Forget about it. Just have fun and keep score the next time.
I have played most of the Las Vegas area courses over the past ten years, and Pauite Golf Resort remains a proven, affordable winner!
What a course!!!
They have 3 courses here. We played the sun the first day and the snow the second day. While I stayed out of most of the sand the first day, there is plenty if you can't keep it in the fairway.
Greens were fairly quick, but very well maintained.
Only con, the bird droppings on some of the tee boxes (Red) is the worst I have ever seen. Not sure what the regulations are in Nevada, but I would try to do something to keep the birds closer to the ponds. Yes, ponds. Big beautiful ponds, surrounded by green fairways and beautiful mountains in the background.
Thirty minute drive from Las Vegas strip, and you feel like your are a million miles away. Beautiful course, highly recommended.
This course is picturesque.
My overall view of the Piaute golf course is that they are some og the most beautiful courses I've played. But don"t let the beauty mislead you. The courses can challange every golf level. The thought of playing golf in 80 degree weather, and looking up to see snow capped mountains is heavenly.
Awsome Course
This course is in the middle of nowhere, no houses surrounding it and only 30 minutes from Las Vegas. It is quiet, the layout of the course is challenging and the surroundings are spectacular. The Sun Mountain is a bit long for women but on the overall it is an awesome course.
This our second time returning. We played Snow Mountain the last time and we will return again on our next trip from Montreal, QC. to play Wolf.