FALLS GOLF CLUB, THE (2003)

DESERT REGION

Resort - 18 hole -cost: $135 - $260

101 Via VinSanto, Henderson, 89011

Tel: (8n) 698-4653 

Designed by Tom Weiskopf. Scenic playable desert layout traverses the canyons and mountainous areas of Henderson with terrific views of Las Vegas to the west. You can expect some fun elevation changes with some spectacular holes on the back nine. Green fees include cart rental and range use prior to play. Cart is stocked with yardage book, ball repair tool, towels, cooler with ice, and filtered drinking water. Locker facilities are also available. The Falls Club, Reflection Bay, and the South Shore Golf Club are all part of the Lake Las Vegas Resort. From the Las Vegas Airport (about 19 miles east to the course): Take I-215 east. This turns into Lake Mead Drive. Drive about ten miles and turn left at the Lake Las Vegas Resort sign. There are signs from there. The green fees may be a little scary, but the course is playable and enjoyable as long as you are realistic in choosing the tees that fit your ability.

FARMS GOLF CLUB, THE (1988)

SAN DIEGO REGION

Members only - 18 hole

8500 Saint Andrews Road, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

Tel: (858) 756-5585

Designed by Pete Dye, Perry Dye, John Fought & Tom Lehman (redesign). Not only is this private course visually intimidating, it is also difficult to play. Long rough, water, bunkering, and diabolical putting surfaces provide more challenge than most can handle. From San Diego (about 20 miles north to the course): Take I-5 north, exit at Del Mar Heights, and head east. Turn left on EI Camino Real and then right on San Dieguito. Turn right on Rancho Diegueno. At the T, turn left on Rancho Santa Fe Farms Road and then right on Rancho Santa Fe Farms Drive. The guardhouse is on the left.