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Great Getaways as the leaves begin to turn
By Jim Bebbington
Mesquite, Nevada, has become a winter golf haven for Colorado players seeking sunshine, with more than a dozen courses set amid stunning desert landscapes.
Anchored by the CasaBlanca Resort and Virgin River Hotel and Casino, the town offers great golf, entertainment, and relaxation.
THE GOLF
CasaBlanca Golf Club delivers a classic desert challenge, while The Palms features more than 200 palms and water hazards. Jack Nicklaus’ Coyote Springs tips out over 7,400 yards, while Wolf Creek stuns with dramatic elevation changes and desert vistas. Conestoga Golf Club sits at the base of the Virgin Mountains, blending rugged terrain with lush fairways.
For approachable fun, Mesquite Golf Club provides an affordable, traditional layout welcoming to all skill levels. The Oasis Golf Club offers two tracks: the Arnold Palmer–designed Palmer Course, with wide fairways and challenging greens, and the tighter, more demanding Canyons Course.
Beaver Dam Lodge, just north of town, is a hidden gem with spectacular scenery and a relaxed pace. Sunset Golf Course, a friendly 9-hole public track, is perfect for a quick round. Falcon Ridge rounds out the list with 6,500 yards of mountain and valley views.
WHERE TO STAY
CasaBlanca Resort combines golf, gaming, a spa, concerts, dining, and a sprawling pool complex for a full resort experience. Virgin River Casino and Lodge keeps the fun affordable, with stay-and-play packages at both CasaBlanca and The Palms.
With golf variety, resort amenities, and natural beauty, Mesquite is the perfect desert golf getaway.
To find out more, visit Mesquite Entertainment.
Jim Bebbington is the Director of Content at Colorado AvidGolfer and can be reached at [email protected]
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