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 A hidden jewel of Vegas golf, as well as a part of its history, Las Vegas Golf Club invites players to walk -- just like in the old days -- if they prefer, and its rates are very friendly, as is the layout. Vegas legend Monte Money once fired a 58 on the course, the lowest round of any par-72 course in the city. Opened in 1945, Las Vegas Golf Club is one of the oldest courses here, but it also boasts something new: The club recently spent $5,000,000 for a new clubhouse and course upgrades. Befitting its name, there are experiences unique to Las Vegas throughout the layout, such as the 379-yard, par-4 7th hole, where the Stratosphere provides a perfect line for the tee shot. Several pine and cottonwood trees add beauty and shade, and there's more grass than desert. You'll find few unplayable holes anywhere on this fun old-new course.
The layout is perfect for those who haven't played golf much lately and need some forgiveness. The landing areas are nearly all generous. Four short par 5s?all between 458 to 503 yards?give everyone an opportunity to feel like Tiger Woods. The 503-yard 2nd hole plays fairly straight away. A few trees hover placidly over the fairway, and the long, narrow green is protected by a lone greenside bunker left. The 470-yard, par-5 15th hole might tempt you to overswing the driver, but beware of the white tigers if you do; a hooked tee shot here may flirt with Siegfried and Roy's house, which is located just off the fairway.
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