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by Alex Green

9TH ANNUAL GUIDE TO North Lake Tahoe & Olympic Valley

Truckee & Northstar

South Lake Tahoe

Reno & Sparks

Carson Valley

The Lost Sierra

Old Brockway | Courtesy NLTRA

Read the weekly Golf section in each edition of Tahoe Weekly or at TheTahoeWeekly.com.

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HOLES

YARDS

PAR

Tahoe Sierra Golf

DRIVING RANGE

7,177

7,466

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6,781

•

(530) 550-7024 | GolfinTahoe.com Opens May 17

7,518

•

(530) 587-3501 | PonderosaGolfCourseTruckee.com Opens TBD

3,022

7,010

•

7,002

•

3,418

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INCLINE VILLAGE CHAMPIONSHIP

7,106

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INCLINE VILLAGE MOUNTAIN

3,527

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LINKS AT SQUAW CREEK

6,931

2,691

2,002

EDGEWOOD TAHOE

7,529

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LAKE TAHOE

6,741

•

4,034

THE DRAGON AT NAKOMA GOLF RESORT

7,015

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FEATHER RIVER PARK RESORT

2,822

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6,725

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Incline Village Championship Course

7,411

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6,421

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6,955

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THE CLUB AT ARROWCREEK | THE LEGEND

7,039

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THE CLUB AT ARROWCREEK | THE CHALLENGE

7,455

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In the 1960s, Robert Trent Jones and his son of the same name descended on the Tahoe region and set out to etch their names into the history books. In 1964, Trent Jones Sr. laid out his grand design for the Incline Village Championship Golf Course, carving into the mountainside a course that would stand the test of time and set it apart in humble fashion among all others in the Tahoe Basin. A bright green maze reminiscent of an alpine rainforest features picturesque views of Lake Tahoe, raging creeks and plenty of healthy-sized pine trees throughout. | yourtahoeplace.com

LAKERIDGE GOLF COURSE

6,715

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6,555

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(775) 828-6640 | WashoeGolf.com

6,695

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(775) 851-3301 | WolfRunGolfClub.com

7,100

•

1,391

THE RESORT AT RED HAWK | HILLS COURSE

7,106

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THE RESORT AT RED HAWK | LAKES COURSE

7,410

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WILDCREEK GOLF COURSE | CHAMPIONSHIP COURSE

7,047

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WILDCREEK GOLF COURSE | EXECUTIVE COURSE

1,420

•

6,020

•

7,218

•

*Courses open unless otherwise noted.

COYOTE MOON

(530) 587-0886 | CoyoteMoonGolf.com Opens May 24

GRAY’S CROSSING

(530) 550-5804 | GolfinTahoe.com Opens May 24

NORTHSTAR CALIFORNIA OLD GREENWOOD PONDEROSA

SCHAFFER’S MILL

(530) 562-3290 | NorthstarCalifornia.com Opens May 24

(530) 582-6964 | SchaffersMill.com Opens TBD

TAHOE DONNER GOLF

(530) 587-9443 | TahoeDonner.com Opens May 24

NORTH LAKE TAHOE & OLYMPIC VALLEY

BROCKWAY GOLF

(530) 546-9909 | OldBrockway.com

Tee time: (775) 832-1146 | Pro shop: (775) 832-1146 | GolfIncline.com Opens May TBD Tee time: (775) 832-1146 | Pro shop: (775) 832-1150 | GolfIncline.com Opens May TBD

TAHOE CITY GOLF

Pro shop: (530) 581-6637 | SquawCreek.com Opens May 25

(530) 583-1516 | GolfTahoeCity.com Opens May 17

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SOUTH LAKE TAHOE

BIJOU

(530) 542-6097 | CityofSLT.us Opens TBD

(888) 769-1924 | Pro shop: (775) 588-3566 | EdgewoodTahoe.com Opens May 17 (530) 577-0788 | LakeTahoeGC.com Opens May 11

TAHOE PARADISE

(530) 577-2121 | TahoeParadiseGC.com Opens May TBD

THE LOST SIERRA (530) 322-3333 | NakomaGolfResort.com Opens May 17

GRAEAGLE MEADOWS

(530) 836-2323 | PlayGraeagle.com

GRIZZLY RANCH GOLF CLUB PLUMAS PINES

(530) 836-2328 | FeatherRiverParkResort.com

(530) 832-4200 | GrizzlyRanchGolfClub.com Opens May 12

(530) 836-1420 | PlumasPinesGolf.com

WHITEHAWK RANCH

(530) 836-0394 | (800) 332-4295 | GolfWhitehawk.com

RENO, NEV. (775) 850-4471 | TheClubatArrowCreek.com (775) 850-4471 | TheClubatArrowCreek.com

(775) 825-2200 | LakeRidgeGolf.com

SIERRA SAGE GOLF COURSE WASHOE GOLF COURSE WOLF RUN GOLF CLUB

(775) 972-1564 | SierraSageGolf.org

SPARKS, NEV.

THE LINKS AT KILEY RANCH

(775) 354-2100 | KileyLinks.com

(775) 626-4599 | RedHawkGolfandResort.com

(775) 626-4599 | RedHawkGolfandResort.com (775) 673-3100 | WildcreekGolf.net

(775) 673-3100 | WildcreekGolf.net

CARSON VALLEY, NEV.

CARSON VALLEY GOLF COURSE DAYTON VALLEY GOLF CLUB

(775) 265-3181 | CarsonValleyGolf.com

(775) 246-7888 | DuncanGolfReno.com

Courtesy TCPUD

TRUCKEE & NORTHSTAR

NORTH LAKE TAHOE & OLYMPIC VALLEY North Lake Tahoe is a mecca of mountain golf and golf history, from the 20th Century 9-hole celebrity hangouts of Tahoe City and Old Brockway to the championship craftsmanship of Incline Village, Nev. Head over to Olympic Valley, host of the 1960 Olympic Games and try your luck on the Links at Squaw Creek.

Incline Village Mountain Course Incline Village Mountain Golf Course is Nevada’s highest elevation course. It was built in 1968, designed by the legendary golf architect Robert Trent Jones Jr., who has put his stamp on courses such as Chambers Bay in Washington, which hosted the 2015 U.S. Open. It’s an 18-hole executive layout, but despite its moderate yardage and true to the nature of Jones’ golf philosophy, this is not a course that is easily conquered; pars here are won in a chess-like game of risk and reward. Ask about their Nine & Wine and Sunday Family Fun days. | yourtahoeplace.com

The Links at Squaw Creek The Links at Squaw Creek is a daunting par 71 mountain track set in the heart of Olympic Valley. Designated as a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary, it rests amongst a habitat of protected wetlands and resident wildlife. The terrain is host to deep roughs, mature pine trees and off-camber fairways. Systematic climbs, steep descents, blind shoulders and puzzle-like greens are all surprisingly manageable with a slow approach and contemplative club selection. | squawcreek.com

EAGLE VALLEY | EAST COURSE

(775) 887-2380 | EagleValleyGolf.com

6,618

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EAGLE VALLEY | WEST COURSE

Old Brockway Golf Course

(775) 887-2380 | EagleValleyGolf.com

6,851

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EMPIRE RANCH GOLF COURSE | COMSTOCK /RIVER

6,840

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EMPIRE RANCH GOLF COURSE | SIERRA /RIVER

6,733

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EMPIRE RANCH GOLF COURSE | SIERRA /COMSTOCK

Old Brockway Golf Course is a nine-hole gem tucked into the forest, just a stone’s throw from Lake Tahoe’s shores in Kings Beach. Designed by John Duncan Dunn, it opened for play in 1924 and was a favorite place to play for many celebrities in the 1930s and 1940s. The course still maintains its old-fashioned feel: narrow fairway corridors, small greens and wild times. | oldbrockway.com

6,573

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GENOA LAKE GOLF CLUB | LAKES COURSE

(775) 782-4653 | GenoaLakes.com

7,359

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GENOA LAKE GOLF CLUB | RANCH COURSE

(775) 782-7700 | GenoaLakes.com

7,258

•

6,392

•

6,914

•

7,166

(888) 227-1335 | EmpireRanchGolf.com

(888) 227-1335 | EmpireRanchGolf.com (888) 227-1335 | EmpireRanchGolf.com

SILVER OAK GOLF COURSE SUNRIDGE GOLF CLUB

(775) 841-7000 | SilverOakGolf.com

(775) 267-4448 | PlaySunridge.com

WASHOE VALLEY, NEV.

TOIYABE GOLF CLUB

(775) 884-4957 | ToiyabeGolfClub.com

Tahoe City Golf Course Now more than 100 years old, the Tahoe City Golf Course has never ceased to provide great golf at a reasonable price. The nine-hole, par-33 course is located in downtown Tahoe City. Despite its compact stature, it provides fun and challenging play for both experts and novices. In the middle of the 20th Century, the course was a popular hangout for Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack. It is one of the only courses in the area where dogs play for free. | golftahoecity.com

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The Golf Club at Gray’s Crossing Gray’s Crossing opened in 2007 and was once a private golf facility; though now open to the public, it still has a private feel and look to it. Expect lofty ancient pine trees, native landscapes, wide fairways and relatively easy-to-find greens. The National Audubon Society recognized Gray’s Crossing as an Audubon International Gold Signature Sanctuary. Gray’s hosts Music in the Mountains on Tuesday evenings in the summer. | golfintahoe.com

Courtesy Old Greenwood

Northstar Golf Course

TRUCKEE & NORTHSTAR Truckee boasts a variety of golf courses from the tight and walkable holes of Ponderosa, to the longer PGA-caliber Old Greenwood Golf Course; a Jack Nicklaus Signature design or its challenging sister resort, The Golf Club at Gray’s Crossing.

Coyote Moon Golf Course A high-elevation roller coaster ride and true test of one’s skill reading the natural topography of the land, shot placement and ball-flight control. Only minutes from downtown Truckee, the course is carved into 250 acres of climbs and drops, bends and tunnels, with breathtaking views in a heavily wooded alpine zone, featuring towering pines and eccentric granite outcroppings. The layout sports countless elevation changes, both vertically and horizontally, with well-guarded greens and strategically placed hazards throughout. | coyotemoongolf.com

A tale of two nines. The Northstar Golf Course offers two completely unique golf experiences. The front nine, weaving its way around Martis Valley, is fairly flat, exposed, traditional and straightforward. The back nine immediately immerses players into mountainous terrain and winds its way through shaded hallways between the tall trees. The course was designed by Robert Muir Graves and is an approachable endeavor for golfers of all ages and skill levels. | northstarcalifornia.com

Old Greenwood Golf Course Meticulously maintained, with all the feel of a professional club. Old Greenwood Golf Course is a pure golf haven handcrafted by the legendary Jack Nicklaus in 2004. The course has been given a Top 10 ranking for Best New Public Access Golf Course by Golf Digest and was ranked the 4th Finest New Upscale Public Course in America by Golf Magazine. The practice facility here is second to none in the Reno-Tahoe area and offers customized learning opportunities, as well as a fully immersive golf academy. It’s a must play. | golfintahoe.com

Ponderosa Golf Course Originally brought to fruition by the townspeople and designed by Bob Baldock, Ponderosa Golf Course is Truckee’s oldest golf course, opening for play in 1961. It’s a fairly short nine-hole course and, with the exception of one severely uphill par 3, is quite flat. However, no hole is a streamline conquest; the fairways are tight and, though hitting driver is always tempting, it can easily lead to driving right through the short grass into a monster pine or onto the adjacent fairways. Overall, it’s a great and affordable place to sharpen your game. | ponderosagolfcoursetruckee.com TRUCKEE & NORTHSTAR CONTINUED ON PAGE 16

A Golf Course Immersed in Nature With an approachable front nine through Martis Valley and a breathtaking but challenging back nine, the Northstar California Golf Course delivers a unique experience with each visit. With rates from $55, call 530.562.3290 to book tee times or visit us online.

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Schaffer’s Mill Golf & Lake Club Set amongst the lush Sierra foothills, Schaffer’s Mill is a semi-private golf facility co-designed by John Harbottle and two-time major winner Johnny Miller. The front nine is sunny and open in an expansive meadow under the peaks of Northstar and is generally flat, while the back nine is of a hillier nature with a healthy dose of ups and downs tee to green. It is a relatively long but manageable course. | schaffersmill.com

Tahoe Donner Golf Course Tahoe Donner Golf Course is a mountain golfer’s paradise, high above Truckee. It offers lightning-quick greens that run fun and true and nearly every hole features significant changes in elevation. Come pinball your drives down the fairways of holes with names such as Bickler’s Bluff, Hilltopper and Double Trouble. Enjoy the panoramic views and fresh mountain air amongst the natural streams and columns of pine trees. | tahoedonner.com

OLD GREENWOOD Course Details

Yardage

Slope

Ratings

18 holes | par 72

7,518

122-144

66.1-75.5

Old Greenwood has a wide range of offerings for golfers of every ability level, and they also have a fleet of golfboards. In addition to world-class golf, fourseason Club Membership at Tahoe Mountain Club offer members a wide selection of benefits both on the course and off the course. With our equally acclaimed sister course, Gray’s Crossing, located just across the street, it’s the perfect location for your next resort golf vacation or corporate golf tournament.

NESTLED AMONG 600 acres of towering pines and surrounded by beautiful mountain vistas lies Old Greenwood. As a Jack Nicklaus Signature Designed course, Old Greenwood has received Jack’s highest level of personal attention. Home to California’s premier Golf Academy, which features the region’s top golf technology and offers lessons, clinics and golf schools taught by one of America’s top 100 instructors,

Courtesy Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course

www.GolfinTahoe.com

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE South Lake Tahoe hosts a variety of golf options tailored to one’s budget, skill level and time frame. There are the quick, mellow and affordable links at Bijou Municipal Golf Course and Tahoe Paradise Golf Course, the alpine challenges of Lake Tahoe Golf Course and Edgewood Tahoe, a pristine lakeside championship field.

GRAY’S CROSSING

Bijou Municipal Golf Course

www.GolfinTahoe.com Course Details

Yardage

Slope

Ratings

18 holes | par 72

7,466

111-140

64.0-74.3

EVERGREEN PINES line the fairways as the course weaves through a natural mountain setting with Mt. Rose as its backdrop. Gray’s Crossing meets golf enthusiasts’ demands to play a course with a traditional private club feel. Fast greens and tournament-like conditions await golfers every day. Demanding a combination of creative club choices and tactical strategies, this Jacobsen/Hardy course reveals the designers’ passion for fun, yet challenging play.

When not on the greens, guests may enjoy perusing the extensive array of merchandise in the golf shop or relax at PJ’s Restaurant. The indoor/outdoor restaurant and bar boasts breathtaking, panoramic views of Mt. Rose, a spacious lawn and a patio for relaxing around the fire. Make it a family outing. Both Old Greenwood and Gray’s Crossing have two sets of junior tees, and offer complimentary golf for juniors after 5 p.m. Enjoy free summer concerts on Tuesdays at Gray’s Crossing or host your special event by calling 530.550.5094.

12915 Fairway Drive | Truckee, CA 96161 | For tee times at Old Greenwood, call (530) 550-7024. 11406 Henness Road | Truckee, CA 96161 | For tee times at Gray’s Crossing, call (530) 550-5804. For more information on both courses, visit www.GolfinTahoe.com.

Bijou Municipal Golf Course is a nine-hole executive course featuring five par 4s and four par 3s. It opened in 1920 and was designed by Virgil Gilcrease. It is a short, gettable course, with a super casual atmosphere, great for working on distance control and dialing in your clubs. There are no water hazards on the course, however, the well-placed bunkers are plenty enough to keep you honest with your shot placement throughout your round. | cityofslt.us

Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course South Lake Tahoe’s most prominent golf club is none other than Edgewood Tahoe. It is the only course in the Tahoe Basin that shares its fairways with the shores of Lake Tahoe, giving it a one-of-a-kind feel and aesthetic. Edgewood opened in 1968 and was designed by George Fazio. Golf Digest regularly rates it among the top 100 in the nation. It is available for group golfing and tournaments and offers lodging, spa and several dining options. | edgewoodtahoe.com

Lake Tahoe Golf Course Lake Tahoe Golf Course meanders about the floodplains of the Lake Valley State Recreation Area, just a few miles from the lake’s southeastern shore. On-in-one par 4s, sharp doglegs, forced carries or layups, territorial trees and bottomless bunkers make for technical gameplay in an absolutely beautiful setting. Ask about the new Players Club, offering free range balls, green fees and clinics for members. | laketahoegc.com

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Tahoe Paradise Golf Course Tahoe Paradise Golf Course is an 18-hole, executive-style, mountain course 4 miles from South Lake Tahoe. Designed by Fred R. Blanchard, it features a challenging variety of par 3s and 4s ranging from 95 to 372 yards. Family-style vibes, stunning views of Mount Tallac and green fees that won’t break the bank, are all sure to keep you coming back again and again. | tahoeparadisegc.com

Courtesy Nakoma Golf Resort

THE CHAMPIONSHIP COURSE

THE LOST SIERRA State Route 89 north of Truckee takes you to wide-open, old-river valleys jam packed with world-class golf destinations of all shapes and sizes. Walk amongst herds of deer at Graeagle Meadows Golf Course, head over to Clio and check out Whitehawk Ranch Golf Club that often is rated as one of the best courses in California. There’s the narrow and fast Plumas Pines on the Feather River, Feather River Park Resort with views of the Mohawk Valley, the panoramic views of The Dragon at Nakoma Golf Resort or the solitude of Grizzly Ranch Golf Club.

www.GolfIncline.com | Projected to Open May 17 Course Details

Yardage

Slope

Ratings

18 holes | par 72

7,106

114 to 144

63.2 to 73.6

LOCATED AT 955 Fairway Blvd. in Incline Village, Designer Robert Trent Jones Sr. called the course “the ideal mountain layout” with “views you will never forget.” This challenging, par-72 course matches everything you look for in a mountain design – towering trees, timely doglegs and natural water features, all of which complement its picturesque setting.

Renovated in 2003-04 by Kyle Phillips, amenities include a 23,000 ft. clubhouse with a banquet facility, an award-winning Golf Shop, lessons by PGA staff, a state-of-the-art driving range, and a top-of-the-line restaurant – The Grille. The Champpionship Course was listed on the “Best in State” list 2012-2015 by Golf Digest magazine and on Golf-Advisor’s “Top Courses in Nevada” list in 2018.

The Dragon at Nakoma Golf Resort Nakoma’s course is outright beautiful and no matter how you might play, you’re sure to leave here satisfied. It’s just an hour from Tahoe, designed by Robin Nelson, famous for his work on The Dunes at Mauna Lani. Golf World once designated this course as one of America’s Top 75. Come out and take on holes such as Dragon Lagoon, Dragon’s Tail and Teeth of the Dragon. | nakomaresort.com

Feather River Park Resort Just outside Blairsden and Graeagle, Feather River Park Resort golf course opened in 1985 and was designed by Bert Stamps. It sits in a prime spot amongst the Mohawk Valley offering up stunning views and a nine-hole, par-35 golf experience for golfers of all skill levels. | featherriverparkresort.com

Graeagle Meadows Golf Course Opened in 1968, designed by Ellis Van Groder, Graeagle Meadows Golf Course sits among the vast Mohawk Valley. The course digs itself farther and farther away from civilization, as your round goes on and plays host to an abundance of wildlife. The native landscape can be deep and chaotic and missing fairways can result in adventurous outings. Finesse of the short game is of importance here. | playgraeagle.com

Grizzly Ranch Golf Club One of the newer courses in the area, Grizzly Ranch Golf Club was designed by Bob Cupp and opened in 2005. From the moment you step off the first tee, you will notice that this is a long course, playing at more than 7,400 yards from the back tees. It’s mainly flat and open, tempting you to make the big shots, though cautionary play can at many times be beneficial because ideal landing zones are often filled with one hazard or another and generally require some creative thinking. The Lake House’s overlooking the 18th green has a revamped menu for 2019. | grizzlyranchgolfclub.com THE LOST SIERRA CONTINUED ON PAGE 18

THE MOUNTAIN COURSE www.GolfIncline.com | Open Late May Course Details

Yardage

Slope

Ratings

18 holes | par 58

3,527

98 to 102

55.2 to 58.2

LOCATED AT 690 Wilson Way in Incline Village, the Mountain Course invites golfers to enjoy the great outdoors at this public 18-hole par-58 course featuring an amazing mountain layout and beautiful views. This course is fun, affordable, and quick to play with special 9-hole and twilight rate options starting at just $18.

For tee times, visit www.GolfIncline.com.

Known as a fantastic course for beginners and families, the Mountain Course has plenty of challenges for even the best golfers. Enjoy special events like Nine & Wine and our Sunday Family Fun Days (free for kids with family-friendly 8” cups on the greens). Learn to golf or improve your game with the Get Golf Ready clinics offered throughout the season.

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Plumas Pines Golf Course The course opened in 1980 and was sculpted by Homer Flint. It follows the Feather River around a sharply groomed, vibrant green oasis. Water can be found on almost every hole and fittingly so. There’s no shortage of forced carries and must-hit fades and draws. It’s a fairly short course, but is filled with tight corners, huge pine trees and quick-putting surfaces. Plumas Pines offers both a three-day golf school and a five-day golf academy. | plumaspinesgolf.com

Whitehawk Ranch Golf Course Whitehawk Ranch Golf Club is a championship-caliber course in the serene Mohawk Valley in Clio. Designed by Dick Bailey, the course opened in 1996. It has since racked up several honors and is consistently ranked amongst the Top 10 to 20 courses on many editorials’ Best Public Golf Courses of California lists. It also received the Golf Writers Association Environmental award. With Sierra peaks in nearly every direction and several streams moseying through the playing field and into lush ponds and even waterfalls, there’s not a spot on the course lacking a beautiful view. The atmosphere is laid back and casual, though the course itself is serious and spectacular.| golfwhitehawk.com

PONDEROSA GOLF COURSE www.PonderosaGolfCourseTruckee.com Course Details

Yardage

Slope

Ratings

9 holes

3,022

119 to 120

66.6 to 69.9

The course rolls smoothly with straight fairways and a short par 4 until the third hole, a tough uphill par 3 with unexpected gradation

changes and a sloping green. Still, the 9th hole is considered the most difficult, with trees woven as obstacles along the long fairway. Purchased for private operation in 1968, the course was made public by purchase from the Truckee-Tahoe Airport District in 2008, and is manicured to ideal conditions by the Truckee-Donner Recreation & Park District. Ponderosa also features practice greens, driving nets, a pro shop and snack bar.

For tee times, call (530) 587-3501 or visit www.PonderosaGolfCourseTruckee.com. Advertisement

Courtesy Washoe Golf Course

PONDEROSA GOLF COURSE offers a family friendly, but surprisingly challenging, 9-hole course, developed by the townspeople of Truckee in 1961. The course, nestled in the heart of Truckee, celebrates the natural Sierra landscape and is characterized by its amalgamation of pine trees.

RENO & SPARKS The high desert affords area golfers the chance to play a different style of golf with a longer season, warmer weather and less heavily wooded zones. Many courses in the Reno and Sparks area are open year-round.

RENO The Club at Arrowcreek

TAHOE CITY GOLF COURSE www.GolfTahoeCity.com Course Details

Yardage

Slope

Rating

9 holes | par 33

2,691

120

65.9

The historic Tahoe City Golf Course is a family-friendly golf facility located in the heart of Tahoe City and walking distance to Commons Beach and local shops. A fun and challenging 9-hole, par-33 course with one par 5, four par 4s and 4 par 3s that will have players of every ability using every club in their bag as they walk or ride through towering pine trees enjoying views of Lake Tahoe.

Located on-site, Café Zenon has a full bar and restaurant. Enjoy a scenic patio, two bocce courts, practice areas and a barbecue area available for family reunions, weddings, receptions and barbecues after your private golf tournament. Book your tee time, tournament or private party today. Located behind SaveMart in Tahoe City.

251 N. Lake Blvd. | Tahoe City, CA 96145 Call and book your tee time at (530) 583-1516 or visit www.GolfTahoeCity.com

The Club at Arrowcreek in South Reno is home to two championship golf courses: The Legend Course, designed by Arnold Palmer, a name that speaks for itself in the world of golf, and The Challenge Course, co-designed by 1979 Masters champion Fuzzy Zoeller and John Harbottle III. Both courses opened for play in 1999. | theclubatarrowcreek.com

Lakeridge Golf Course This is a Robert Trent Jones Sr. course in the middle of the city. It opened in 1969 and the place still seems to take you back in time to that era. Climbing up the mountainside, Lakeridge Golf Course features wonderful views of the cityscape below. It’s not by any means a long course, with drivable par 4s and reachable in two par 5s, but the greens can be treacherous if not given your complete attention. You could find yourself above the hole or on the wrong tier of the putting surface, which can make for a tricky two putt. Hole 15 par 3 is a perfect example of what a signature hole should look like. The tee pad is perched 140 feet above an island green on the lake below and offers an iconic view of the city of Reno. | duncangolfreno.com/lakeridge

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Sierra Sage Golf Course Sierra Sage Golf Course is just north of Reno and features pleasantly walkable 18 holes and a comprehensive practice facility with an ample grass tee range. The fairways are wide and open, as there are not many trees in the field of play. The greens are thoroughly maintained, fast and true. The course offers GolfBoards, giving golfers a healthy and fun alternative to walking or taking a cart. | sierrasagegolf.org

Toiyabe Golf Club Tucked away at the base of the Carson Range, the Toiyabe Golf Club in Washoe Valley was a cattle ranch in the 1800s, known as the Lightning W Ranch. While maintaining the tranquility and beauty of nature’s landscape, Robert Muir Graves designed a course that he states, “offers an extraordinary golfing opportunity rarely available today.” Come challenge the howling Washoe winds and see for yourself. | toiyabegolfclub.com

Washoe Golf Course This historical golf club was founded in 1917; it’s the oldest 18-hole golf facility in the state of Nevada. Washoe Golf Course is a staple of the Reno community, an old-fashioned, genuine-natured golf experience right in the heart of the city. The fairways are generally wide, flat, forgiving, feeding the greens, though lined with age-old cottonwood trees and seemingly invisible-from-the-tee water hazards. Overall, the greens are small and feature at least one steep drop-off into an abyss. A trip to Washoe Golf Course is not complete without a decompression session on the deck of The Shoe bar and grill overlooking the 18th green. | washoegolf.org

Wolf Run Golf Club The home course of the University of Nevada’s men’s and women’s golf teams, Wolf Run Golf Club was designed by John Fleming and opened for play in 1998. It’s a great example of desert mountain golf. The course rolls about the foothills in continuous undulating fashion with fairways edged with hard-packed sand, decorated generously with rocks and sagebrush. It features many drastic changes in elevations, an abundance of sand traps, forced carries and project-like oblong greens that really make for a fun day of putting. One of the best deals in Reno for a course on this level. | duncangolfreno.com/wolf-run

SPARKS The Links at Kiley Ranch The Links at Kiley Ranch is a nine-hole, executive-style, par-3 course open yearround and available for play at an affordable rate. It’s a great course to calibrate clubs and sharpen your short game. The greens are fairly straightforward and allow golfers to focus on speed more so than guessing their lines. There is also a large top-notch putting green onsite. If kicking a ball is more your style, be sure to inquire about FootGolf on the course. | kileylinks.com

NORTHSTAR CALIFORNIA GOLF COURSE www.NorthstarCalifornia.com/Golf Course Details

Yardage

Slope

Ratings

18 holes | par 72

6,781

122 to 140

72.4

EXPERIENCE A GOLF COURSE IMMERSED IN NATURE. With an approachable front nine through Martis Valley and a breathtaking but challenging back nine, the Northstar California Golf Course delivers a unique experience with each visit. From scenic vistas and panoramic lookouts to immaculately kept greens and fairways, this mustplay course is consistently voted Best Value in Tahoe. Designed by world-renowned golf course architect Robert Muir Graves, this par-72 course is set high in the Sierra. Simply nothing compares to Northstar golf.

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$100 after 1pm $75 before 1pm Valid May 24th - June 14th

GOLF COURSE

Renowned golf course architect Robert Muir Graves designed this course with everyone in mind; the approachable front nine through Martis Valley and the beautiful but challenging back nine serve golfers of all skill levels. 18 holes, 6,781 yards, 4 tee locations, and a 72.4 NCGA rating – all above 6000 feet, allowing you to hit the ball up to 15 yards farther than normal. Together, the “Meadow Nine” and the “Mountain Nine” make up a striking par-72 course and some of the finest golfing in the Tahoe Basin. Northstar Golf is consistently voted Best Value Golf Course in Tahoe.

The course, once operating as ranch land, was designed by three-time U.S. Open champion Hale Irwin. The course is well known because of his signature creation where he laid out a vision of deep Augusta-style, crushed-marble bunkers, tiny green, cleverly placed water hazards and large rolling fairways. This course is shorter and plays a little bit easier than its sister the Lakes Course. Ask about their topnotch golf clinics. | redhawkgolfandresort.com

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From where you stand, atop immaculately-kept greens and fairways, breathtaking panoramas over the Tahoe National Forest abound. Each moment here offers an authentic encounter with nature.

The paths of the sportsman and the nature enthusiast converge at Northstar California Golf Course. Nestled in the foothills between Martis Peak and Mt. Pluto, the course offers a world-class golfing experience in the heart of the High Sierra.

We offer online booking at low prices so you can secure your ideal tee time with peace of mind. Additionally, season passes are available, as well as lessons with our team of pro instructors. We’ll help you step up your game, no matter your skill level. In the pristine wilderness of Tahoe, every stroke of the club feels as crisp as a breath of mountain air. Golf at Northstar and experience the sport like never before.

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10685 NORTHWOODS BLVD. | TRUCKEE, CA 96161 | (530) 587-0886

For tee times, call (530) 562-3290 or visit www.NorthstarCalifornia.com/Golf

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Redhawk Golf and Resort | The Lakes Course

2019 GOLF SEASON PASSES

Robert Trent Jones Jr. is known for producing punishing layouts, incorporating minimalism and subtlety and highlighting risk and reward, victory and defeat. The Lakes Course at Redhawk is a prime example of his determination to truly test a golfer’s abilities, while also providing an enjoyable round in a rich and serene setting. The course plays 7,400 yards and feels every bit of it. As the name suggests, there is plenty of water to deal with out here. | redhawkgolfandresort.com

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Wildcreek Golf Course | Championship Course Not for the faint of heart, this par-72 thriller demands respect. Blind tee and approach shots, lots of water hazards and some trickery around the greens, leave you reaching deep into your bag for every ounce of help you can get. Overall a great place to play, sure to keep you wanting more. Course knowledge is a huge asset out here. | wildcreekgolf.net/golf

Wildcreek Golf Course | Executive Course This is a perfect place to work on your short game; it also sports a full driving range and putting and chipping areas. There are nine exciting par 3s featuring heaps of traps and water. The Executive Course is a great alternative to the larger Championship Course or for those strapped for time or on a budget. | wildcreekgolf.net/golf

ANNUAL PASS | $649 ANNUAL PASS WITH VALET | $729

Your pass includes the use of a shared cart and a guest rate of $50. More details online at squawcreek.com/golf Tee times for advanced bookings will be available starting May 1. To purchase your season pass, stop by the golf shop or call 530.412.7034.

Courtesy Genoa Lakes Golf Club

Resort at Squaw Creek | 400 Squaw Creek Road | Olympic Valley 530.412.7034 | squawcreek.com

CARSON VALLEY Just a short drive from the shores of Lake Tahoe, the Carson Valley offers a wide variety of golf underneath the snowcapped peaks of the Carson Range, amidst the peace of the desert and beside the aimless Carson River.

COYOTE MOON GOLF COURSE www.CoyoteMoonGolf.com Course Details

Yardage

Slope

Ratings

18 holes | par 72

7,177

120 to 140

64.1 to 73.6

COYOTE MOON GOLF Course is one of the finest mountain golf experiences in the country. Residing in the beautiful Lake Tahoe area, Coyote Moon sits on 250 acres of secluded, rolling hills amidst towering pines, enormous granite outcroppings, wildflowers and the beautiful Trout Creek. The vistas, plus fresh mountain air, equals near perfection.

Coyote Moon Golf Course is a challenging, but fair test of Lake Tahoe golf. Most tee shots offer ample landing areas, as there are only a few forced carries. From the landing areas, most holes funnel to medium-sized, undulating greens that are well protected by trees, sand and water. The golf course was designed by Brad Bell, a former PGA Tour player, well known for creating highly praised courses.

10685 Northwoods Blvd. | Truckee, CA 96161 For tee times, call (530) 587-0886 or visit www.CoyoteMoonGolf.com.

Carson Valley Golf Course Following the East Fork of the Carson River beneath the shade of the wide arms of ancient cottonwood trees, the Carson Valley Golf Course in Gardnerville has served as a great escape for a day of swinging around the clubs since 1965. Playing just more than 6,000 yards from the back tees, hitting driver isn’t always necessary from the tee box. Plenty of water hazards and magnetic bunkers always make for interesting shots at this enjoyable golf course. The course offers several different Couples’ Golf Packages including lessons and rounds of golf. | carsonvalleygolf.com

Dayton Valley Golf Club A short drive from Carson City brings you to the challenging Dayton Valley Golf Club, designed by none other than Arnold Palmer. One of the premier courses in Northern Nevada, it has been hosting PGA qualifier events for more than 20 years. This desert oasis has 40 acres of water features, wobbly fairways and large greens with some of the quickest grass in the area. | duncangolfreno.com/dayton-valley

Eagle Valley Golf Course Opened in 1987, designed by Jack Snyder, nestled in the Carson City foothills, Eagle Valley Golf Course offers two different 18-hole outings. The East Course is a mellow playing field, that is generally open and straight forward, it’s a great course to walk, and to practice big swings. The Eagle Valley West Course is a place more suited for those looking for a challenge. Its desert-links design will continue to test you, hole after hole. | eaglevalleygolf.com

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Empire Ranch Golf Courses A tale of three nines — wait a second. Yes, that’s right, 27 holes of golf. The Sierra-River, Comstock-River and Sierra Comstock courses all offer unique challenges of their own surrounded on all sides by gorgeous views of the Carson Valley. Also, onsite is a spacious chipping area and two putting greens. Empire offers a Men’s Club, Women’s Club and membership programs for discounted play. | empireranchgolf.com

Genoa Lakes Golf Club | Lakes Course The Lakes Course, established in 1993, was co-designed by Peter Jacobsen and John Harbottle III. The clubhouse is large and opulent. Having hosted more than a dozen U.S. Open Qualifiers, it is year after year voted as one of the best golf courses on the West Coast. Resting on the floor of the Carson Valley, the field follows the banks and canals of the Carson River. True to its name, several lakes scattered around the wetland-lined fairways bring water hazards of various nature into play on 14 holes. Ask about their 11 is Heaven deal, offering up 11 holes of golf, a burger and a beer. | genoalakes.com

GRIZZLY RANCH GOLF CLUB www.GrizzlyRanchGolfClub.com

Genoa Lakes Golf Club | Ranch Course The Ranch Course is a different feel of place — entirely. The saloon-like clubhouse sports a polished wood bar and barbecue joint. Opened in 1998, co-designed by John Harbottle III and two-time major winner Johnny Miller, the playing area is carved into the high desert in a links-like fashion. The front nine dances around the low land before stair stepping a steep mountain bluff, severely exposed to the potential of a howling afternoon wind. Ranch cards are available, offering 10 rounds of golf for one low price. | genoalakes.com

Silver Oak Golf Course Set into the side of a mountain, this course has some dramatic changes in elevation tee to green of both the uphill and downhill varieties. Fast greens, with hidden breaks, severe exposure to the elements and plenty of water, make 18 holes at this place full of surprises. Silver Oak also offers Footgolf for those more inclined to kick a ball around the course than hit one. | silveroakgolf.com

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GOLF FOR YOUTH The fifth annual E.J. Tegner Golf Tournament is on May 16 at Old Greenwood Golf Course in Truckee. This is a fun day with 18 holes of golf and longest drive, closest to the pin and putting contests. The format is four person, two net better ball. | ttcf.net

HIGH FIVES GOLF TOURNAMENT The ninth annual High Fives Golf Tournament is a four-person scramble on May 22. Includes 18 holes of golf, golf balls, High Fives golf shirt, lunch and prizes. Shotgun start is at 11 a.m. | highfivesfoundation.org

SKY TAVERN GOLF TOURNAMENT The Sixth Annual Sky Tavern Golf tournament will be hosted at the Toiyabe Golf Club located in Washoe Valley on May 26 with a Shotgun start scramble. | Sky Tavern on Facebook

STEP2 TOURNEY STEP2’s annual golf tournament on May 31 is a great excuse to support a worthy cause at Old Greenwood. | step2reno.org Details on all of the golf events and tournaments in the Tahoe Sierra, Reno and beyond are at TheTahoeWeekly.com. Click on Events Calendar.

Yardage

Slope

Ratings

18 holes | par 72

7,411

121 to 143

66.5 to 75.0

Grizzly Ranch Golf Club, a #1 ranked golf course in the Sierra Nevada, is open from May 1 to late-October. Only a 45 minute drive north on SR 89 to Hwy 70, Grizzly Ranch’s uncrowded town and tranquil mountainous environment welcome golfers to a relaxing golf experience, yet challenging Bob Cupp designed championship course. Stretching more than 7,400 yards from tips, Grizzly Ranch has five sets of tees to

accommodate every level of player. The natural turf range, a highlight to the practice facility, is open daily 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; $20 – Half-day per person. The Lake House offers a new signature menu of artisan sandwiches, lite bites and a full bar! For more information, please call the Golf Shop at 530.832.4200, or visit us online at GrizzlyRanchGolfClub.com.

To book a tee time or for group play/fees, call the Golf Shop at (530) 832-4200, or visit www.GrizzlyRanchGolfClub.com.

This is a truly unique golf experience beneath a backdrop of the towering peaks of the Carson Range with huge lakes, forced carries and layups, exquisite course maintenance and fairways that blend into the putting surfaces. This place can be your best friend or your worst nightmare — and either way is bound to bring you back for more time and again. Check out their archery course onsite and the new hatchet-throwing area opening in summer 2019. | playsunridge.com

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Course Details

OLD BROCKWAY GOLF COURSE www.OldBrockway.com Course Details

Yardage

Slope

Ratings

9 holes | par 36

3,418

113 to 132

66.9 to 71.6

HISTORIC OLD BROCKWAY Golf Course has been family owned and operated for more than 35 years. Old Brockway offers more than 3,400 yards of quality, serene golfing with two par 5s, two par 3s and five par 4s. Enjoy walking through the towering Jeffery pines with lake views on each and every hole. The Golf Channel rated Historic Old Brockway as one of the Top Ten 9-hole courses in the country. It is our welcoming staff, dedicated

crew and beautiful setting that all make Old Brockway a “Lake Tahoe Golfing Tradition.” Old Brockway Golf Course was built by Harry Comstock and designed by renowned Scottish architect John Duncan Dunn, the golf course architect of Shinnecock Hills, home of the 2018 U.S. Open. Historic Old Brockway features small, turtle-back greens, minimum green to tee walking distances, and tight-knit fairways. It’s known as the best golfing value at the lake.

7900 North Lake Blvd. | Kings Beach, CA 96143 For tee times, call (530) 546-9909 or visit www.OldBrockway.com.