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3.5
563 Reviews (563)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
47
1 Stars
37
Conditions
3.1
Value
3.7
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.5
70.5%
Recommend this course
457 out of 563 reviews
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4.3
78 Reviews (78)
5 Stars
35
4 Stars
36
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.7
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.7
96.2%
Recommend this course
75 out of 78 reviews
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4.0
106 Reviews (106)
5 Stars
38
4 Stars
46
3 Stars
12
2 Stars
7
1 Stars
3
Conditions
3.7
Value
4.4
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.5
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.6
88.7%
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94 out of 106 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Style Traditional
Par 71
Length 6945 yards
Slope 135
Rating 73.3

The Lakes Course is one of two championship courses designed by Tom Fazio at Primm Valley Golf Club. It was the club's original layout before it was joined by the Desert Course a year later. As its name would imply, the Lakes Course features an intricate system of lakes and rivers weaving through the layout and coming into play on 11 holes. The layout is challenging but playable with elevation changes and strategically placed bunkers that are balanced by large greens and wide, player-friendly fairways. One of the golf course's most memorable holes is the par-5 second. This challenging 530-yard hole plays around a massive lake but with an accurate second shot, it is reachable in two. There is also water the left of the green and a bunker in front.

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Course Details

Year Built 1997
Golf Season Year round
Architect Tom Fazio (1997) Dennis Wise (1997)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes
GPS Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Appropriate golf attire

Food & Beverage

Snacks

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

Accolades

  • Golf Advisor: Top 25 Most Improved U.S. Golf Courses (2023 #14)
  • Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Nevada (2020 #14)

Reviews

3.5
563 Reviews (563)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 44
Patio Dining 36
19th Hole Scenic Views 25
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 79
Water Hazards 62
Undulating Greens 51
This course/club is great for:
Locals 48
Playing Multiple Courses 46
A Weekend Splurge 43
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 90
At a Resort 13
Near Local Attractions 12

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Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Nevada Advisor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Best public course and value in Vegas

As a local, I've played every single course in Vegas ad nauseum. Most other courses in town are very similar desert layouts and lined with homes. It does get old which is why I've found Primm to be one of the best public options and by far the best value.

The course is beautifully tree lined and you don't feel like you're playing in the desert like most other courses in town. There are beautiful views of the mountains and no homes like many other courses in town which I hate. Challenging but fair layout for all handicaps.

There was a period in the past I felt the conditions had deteriorated and I didn't want to play it anymore but a recent visit after their overseed showed it's back in fantastic shape and a pleasant surprise.

It is a little more of a drive to the state border but worth it. I usually stop by the Primm outlets for some shopping on the way back. The staff are some of the friendliest and most professional I've encountered in the city. The service feel of a private club. Highly recommend.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 11/02/2017:
Excellent! Thank you for choosing Primm Valley Golf Club. We have recently started a large-scale reinvestment into all 36 holes at Primm and appreciate that you noticed. Thanks for sharing some great photos from your round as well. We look forward to your next round with us.
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Commented on 11/04/2017

I have one criticism this weekend. Had a 1 pm tee time. Your staff and maintanence crew rushed us off the range at 12:30 to close it. Many of us did not get a chance to warm up. This is not right. Your afternoon customers should have the same privileges as your morning customers and equal access to the range. Staff rushed us off. Group behind us didn’t even get access at all. The maintenance should accommodate your customers and not the other way around.

Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Worth the nice drive to play

Thanks to all the staff that we met at the course.
You all were very kind and helpful to us .
From Lisa at the bag drop and return to the inside staff. Thanks to Rene in the kitchen for making us the best and reasonably priced breakfast sandwich..absolutely delicious..! ❤️
Loved the Lakes course looked beautiful from every tee box. Fairways were pristine. Bunkers were great. However the only reason I gave it 4 instead of 5 stars was because the greens were a bit slow. But very healthy and rolled true.
We’ll be here to play again.! Thanks Primm ..!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

CHICHI

its so nice to see the course in great shape again

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Poor
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Primm Valley almost back!

Fairways &tee boxes are good. The greens are slow and some have repaired damage. A large number of dead & removed trees means that you can now see adjacent fairways which you couldn’t 20 years ago but this is a minor point. The main thing is the golf course continues to regain its former stature and the players are coming back!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Lakes Course

This course has came a long way in recent years from the greens being dead. The course layout is fun and simply amazing. They are still under some repair but the value for the price you pay is excellent. Sure the drive is a little far but that helps with pace of play and management doesn’t overbook like many of the local Vegas courses. It’s a simple bar and snack foods are available. Some may rank it low but you can get glizzies and burgers in the turn. Overall a very enjoyable experience. Def one I consistently go back to.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Keeps improving

Not quite the standard of 15 years ago but getting there!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Windy unplayable!

Too windy! Course is unplayable. We played only 4 hokes. No rain checks were given.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 20-24
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 20-24
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Great place to play near Las Vegas

We had a great experience the first time we played here so decided to play here again. The staff is friendly and very helpful with anything you ask them. The course is beautiful and in a great condition. I like the nice and wide fairways, but challenging. The greens are a bit inconsistent, but fair. The pace of play was excellent both times we played. It's about 40-45 minute drive out from Las Vegas strip, but worth the drive.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Played On
Reviews 18
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

So worth the drive

Finally made the journey out to this gem. Played the lakes course which was in amazing condition. The fairways held shots well, the greens were challenging and true. Peace was perfect as I got out under 3 hours 45 minutes and back to Vegas in a flash. It's called little Shadow Creek for a reason. Must play!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

We have played Primm in the pas, however it was a long time ago. We were in Las Vegas for a couple of days so we thought we would try it again. It was absolutely beautiful and so much fun. I didn't remember that it was so beautiful. Everything was green and perfectly mowed. Too many bunkers for me but that is the name of the game. We had perfect weather to accompany the course. At the turn there was nothing available to eat in the Club house which was a shock. They need to work on that offering for sure. My husband and I agreed the next time we are in Vegas we will play the course again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Worth the drive from Vegas!!

Played on the last day in Vegas. Course wasn't busy on Friday just after noon and the wind that was promised in the forecast was not as strong as expected, resulting in a great afternoon of golf! The staff were very helpful, the fairways were in fantastic condition and the views were beautiful. The only thing that wasn't 5 out of 5 was that some of the greens had some rough spots, like winter kill. But there weren't many greens with that issue and the areas were fairly small when they were present.

I will definitely go back there on my next visit to Las Vegas!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Greens still need work

Primm Valley continues to improve but has not reached the standard of 15 years ago when it was one of Golf Digest’s places to play. That being said, it represents great value for a Vegas resident and is a beautiful golf oasis in the desert. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Much better than 15 years ago?

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Almost Back!

Primm Valley was one of the top 5 public courses in Nevada but then it hit bad times.
It is about 85% back!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

She's a Diamond

8 of us traveled the 1hr and 45 min from Kingman AZ. When we arrived at the clubhouse I new we were in for a great time. The course was beautiful, a few of the greens were in need of some are but most were in great condition. The staff was friendly great practice facilities. We was not out of the parking lot and already planning our next trip.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Making progress..

What a difference since the last time I played there...
Kudos to the staff and maintenance crew, you guys have done some great work on your course. The green's were "unplayable " the last time I was there. There's still some bare spots but in due time they should be fine.
Pace of play was a bit slow due to the foursome in front who really didn't have any clue of ready golf or etiquette. Oh well hopefully one day they'll fugure it out...
Staff was very respectful and courteous, food was limited but was edible.
Would definitely return, especially with the "Hot Deal" offered from Golf Now.
Looking forward to getting on the Desert Course in the future.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
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