One of the most popular upscale courses in the golf-rich Las Vegas area— Badlands Golf Club-- offers a definite western desert theme for vacationers looking for a fun track and a memorable experience.

A true masterpiece, the Badlands is comprised of three nine-hole courses: the Desperado, Diablo and Outlaw courses offer distinct layouts that will challenge your game at any level.  Spanning across more than 220 acres, the course crosses over deep-flowing arroyos, canyons and natural washes while playing in the surrounding desert landscape.  Scenic views of the entire valley are incredible.

The courses themselves are finely manicured and among the best in the Las Vegas area, having won accolades from regional and national publications as one of the Top 10 Courses in Nevada.

While the Badlands offers generous fairways lined with multi-million dollar homes, the native desert scape comes into play often if you wonder too far off the beaten path with your shots.  There is adequate room for error for the average player—just don’t make too big of a mistake or you will be hitting out of the rocks.

Shot making and strategy are the key ingredients to good scores on any of these three 9-hole tracks. The 286-yard par 4 5th hole on the Outlaw Nine is a drivable hole with a wide fairway, but with water looming to the right of the green, the percentage shot is to use a long-iron off the tee and wedge it in for a birdie chance.

The three sets of nine hole layouts play from 6,879 yards for the Desperado/Diablo combination to 6,577 for the Desperado/Outlaw 18.  The Diablo/Outlaw combination at 6,856 yards offers yet a third distinctive golf course setup.

The practice facilities are very accommodating and offer a full length driving range with chipping and putting greens.  The expansive clubhouse features an elegant restaurant and bar, with attached terraces, provides guests fantastic panoramic views of the golf course and surrounding mountains.

Customer service is exceptional at the Badlands, and together with the quality of the golf course, makes this club one to definitely experience on a trip to the Las Vegas area.

For more information, visit: www.badlandsgc.com