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3.7
1000 Reviews (1000)
5 Stars
235
4 Stars
449
3 Stars
181
2 Stars
74
1 Stars
61
Conditions
3.6
Value
3.8
Layout
4.2
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
3.8
Amenities
3.8
76.4%
Recommend this course
751 out of 1000 reviews
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3.7
35 Reviews (35)
5 Stars
8
4 Stars
16
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
2
Conditions
3.7
Value
3.9
Layout
4.2
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
4.8
74.3%
Recommend this course
26 out of 35 reviews
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3.9
61 Reviews (61)
5 Stars
13
4 Stars
34
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
3
1 Stars
2
Conditions
3.9
Value
4.0
Layout
4.2
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.7
82.0%
Recommend this course
50 out of 61 reviews
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Course Highlights
Exceptionally friendly staff and a fun, fair layout consistently earn high marks from returning golfers. Fairways and greens are well-maintained, with true-rolling putting surfaces that reward repeat visits.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Desert
Par 72
Length 6781 yards
Slope 129
Rating 71.8

One of the pioneers in Las Vegas golf, Painted Desert Golf Course is a 1987 Jay Morrish design has golfers shooting at targets in the desert.

Painted Desert has maintained its place in the Sin City golf community through all its changes by putting on an emphasis on course conditioning. Just because your greens are almost two decades old does not mean they cannot be in better shape than many of the new kids on the block.

The desert is the focus here, but Morrish also works in a few lakes as obstacles.

"This golf course is a very friendly layout and you can score here without having a feeling of imminent doom on every hole," John Scappatura said. "We are a bit off of the beaten path, which means that we almost always have availability for tee times. Everyone who does make the trip out here though appreciates our conditioning, the price, and the friendly atmosphere."

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Course Details

Year Built 1987
Golf Season Year round
Architect Jay Morrish (1987)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Bar, Snacks, Grill

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

3.7
1000 Reviews (1000)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 26
Brunch 12
Watching the Game 10
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 45
Water Hazards 35
Narrow Fairways 26
This course/club is great for:
Locals 31
Advanced Golfers 24
Seniors 18
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 41
Worth the Drive 28
In the 'Burbs 22

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Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Slow play

My son and I were paired up with another individual who added to our enjoyment as he was a local and advised us on the course. Only problem was that the starter started too many people in a short period of time which led to waiting on every hole from the 3rd and beyond. At times we had three teams playing the same hole with the team ahead of us having to wait to start until we arrived at the next hole. I would hope this is not the norm.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Average weather
Used cart

Nice course for a relaxing round.

Course is fairly simple and straightforward. Bunkers guard otherwise easy green access. Greens in excellant shape. Some fairways not quite up to the condition you would expect but this is due mainly to the types of grasses present. Would play again but would have to have a discounted special on the rates.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great time.

They made room to play earlier even though we had a much later tee time. We actually slipped in as a two some with my wife & I. Pace of play was perfect for us as she is a beginner & not pressed from behind. Our cart had a low tire & the staff switched carts at the turn. Overall, a very fun/relaxing round of golf.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Very Nice to play

honest course..
No sandwiches in beverages om THE course

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

greens soft but uneven

Great scenery, narrow course, not forgiving but thé biggest beef was thé unrolled greens. Ball jumped.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 23
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather

would like to see more chipping area

no marshall so pace of play was slow and would like to see area for chipping etc

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great value!

I have played course three time in three years. It is always a pleasure. I will play it every time I am in Las Vegas.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

great course

Party of 4 from England on holiday in Vegas. Made to feel very welcome from the minute we arrived. Staff were excellent and very friendly particularly course pro Chad. Food was excellent and golf also. Would definately recommend

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Great course

I would play this every day. Greens great fairway good

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Average weather
Used cart

Nice course but pace of play was horrible.

This was the first time I played this course based on the reviews that I read it sounded like a nice track. Upon arrival I walked in to the Pro Shop and after shopping and browsing for a few minutes I checked in. Check in process went smoothly and I was told the Starter outside would take care of me after I ate something in the Restaurant. After eating I looked for the Starter and after a few minutes found him. He seemed a bit disorganized and did not give me any direction as I stood around for at least five minutes waiting for him to tell me where to go. Having previous experience in the Golf Industry it would have been helpful had he provided me with a little more information as to what was going on and what to do. In my opinion, overall a good experience but the pace of play was over five hours because they had some kind of Tournament that a few regular groups like us were following and with no Marshals or Player Assistants out on the course to push the pace of play. That was unacceptable.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Course review

Course was in very good shape, pace of play was good, our foursome played in 4hrs. 15 min

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Slow

Decent course, super slow, no beverage cart on a Saturday.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Fun Course!

Great value for money, interesting holes, in good shape.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Worth the drive

Had a 30 minute drive from south Vegas to play but it was worth it. Course was in great shape and well laid out.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

A lot of sand traps and narrow fairways

County run course but this course was some what difficult. Would recommend this course if your in Las Vegas . Cant beat the price,

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Average weather
Used cart

Painted Desert on a Windy Day

The course was in excellent shape as they had recently aerated. It was a windy day so it was fun trying to shape a shot, play with the wind or against it. All in all very satisfied with the course and the golf experience I had there this time. Have played it when I've visited Vegas in the past and will play it again in the future.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great value for the money

Course was cart path only due to over seeding but for $20 how could you go wrong. As a 10 handicap the presented plenty of challenges which kept you on your toes. If you can hit the fairways you should be fine but stay out of the bunkers!!! They are deep!!! Pin placement was difficult on a couple holes but I would expect nothing less. Overall it's a course you should play

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Nice Course

I liked everything about the day except the group in front of us. I realize that it was cart path only but when it is you should either have the physical ability to walk to the other side of the fairway at a reasonable pace or be able to put your shots within a reasonable distance of the cart path. Those types of things wreck a beautiful day for golf for everyone behind you , I mean everyone. I know this has nothing to do with the course but some people need to learn eticate while on the course. The course and facility were excellent.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 39
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Great Golf Experience

This course was in pristine condition and we had a fantastic experience. The staff was friendly and we will definitely be coming back on our next visit to Las Vegas! Thank you

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Painted Desert

I always make a point to play this course when I travel to Vegas. I have been playing there since 1988. The course has a good layout for both low and high handicappers. They were drying out the course to prepare for over seeding so the course was not in its best shape. the greens were still in good shape. You will enjoy the views from this course.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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