how to play wolf creek golf course

How hard is Wolf Creek?

How long does it take to play Wolf Creek?

Does the PGA Tour play at Wolf Creek?

Where should I stay when playing Wolf Creek?

Is Wolf Creek a real golf course?

What is a rack in golf?

What is the 4th hole of Wolf Creek?

The 4th hole is a fun par 4 with a sharp dogleg right. Smart play is a hybrid or long iron straight up the middle, that will leave you with a wedge into the green. An early routing of Wolf Creek was done by architect Jim Engh, who happens to be one of my favorite designers.

Can you use irons on dirt?

You could’t use anything other than irons, and you were basically hitting off straight dirt.

Is Wolf Creek the epitome of the latter?

Wolf Creek is the epitome of the latter.

Is Wolf Creek going to impress the most diehard follower of classical golf architecture?

Is Wolf Creek going to impress the most diehard follower of classical golf architecture? Probably not .

Is Wolf Creek a par 5?

It’s a par 5, that’s easily reachable in two with a good drive. A manmade creek runs down the right side, and all of a sudden you’re introduced to a lot of what Wolf Creek is all about: Dramatic features, huge tee shots, and lots of difficult bunkering.

What is Wolf Creek?

Wolf Creek is a visual presence of immense proportions -- both internally and externally. The desert locale means there can be days when a zephyr of wind blows. At other times breezes easily exceed 40-50 mph -- mandating maximum shotmaking dexterity. Depending on the time of year you can have vast range of temperatures -- particularly during summer months when playing in 100+ degrees Fahrenheit is a daily event.

How to explain Wolf Creek?

The best way to explain Wolf Creek is to use a movie analogy. If Pine Valley or Cypress Point are the "Citizen Kane" of golf courses -- Wolf Creek is akin to "Raiders of the Lost Ark.". The Mesquite-based course is an adventurous romp through one of the most incredible locations I've played.

What is the toughest two shot hole in Wolf Creek?

The smart play is playing the hole honestly. The par-4 14th is the toughest two-shot holes at Wolf Creek -- turning left in the drive zone and protected by several bunkers on that side.

When was Wolf Creek GC made?

Yet brothers Dennis and John Ryder sculpted something from less than nothing when they designed Wolf Creek GC back in 2000.

Where is Wolf Creek in Mesquite?

Well, you will when you play Wolf Creek in Mesquite, Nevada! Wolf Creek is located in the desert some 75 miles from the strip in Las Vegas - it is quite a journey to get there. The land is most inhospitable- barren hills and canyons exposed to strong winds- all in the middle of nowhere.

Is Wolf Creek a golf course?

Wolf Creek is an experience like few other golf courses. It's not for nothing that it's been featured in several video games (such as the Tiger Woods PGA Tour series), as it's a spectacular layout. As such, it was a surreal experience to play it in person. It was also without a doubt the most enjoyable round I have played so far, without a dull moment the entire round.

Did they build a golf course in Hunt for Red October?

There's a part in the movie Hunt for Red October where a character asks about the fictional Russian submarine: "they really built this?" It was all I could think for the first couple of holes as I marvelled at each new twist and turn. Yes, they really did build a golf course in this landscape and what a ride it is. The excellent reviews below have provided all the hole-specific info anyone should need, so I'll limit myself to this:

How many yards is the 8th hole of Wolf Creek?

Best Par 3: 8th Hole – 248 Yards – This hole epitomizes everything that Wolf Creek represents; difficult and beautiful. A creek comes into the hole from the left and runs to the front of the green before wrapping around to the left and behind the green where it waterfalls and heads off to the 9th hole. From the tee it doesn't look like there is any forgiveness outside of the putting service, but there actually is some unviewable room to the right of the green. It is a long, spectacular hole with a gorgeous green site that is a ton of fun to play from the white tees but brusing from the black tees.

How many bunkers are there in Wolf Creek?

Eight bunkers are scattered throughout hole that plays from an elevated tee down through a chute between the natural Nevada mountains and is not only a sight to be seen, but one to be played. 17th Hole at Wolf Creek Golf Club (562 Yard Par 5) 17th Hole at Wolf Creek Golf Club (562 Yard Par 5) 17th Hole at Wolf Creek Golf Club (562 Yard Par 5) ...

Is Wolf Creek a head scratcher?

However, there are also a few holes that are head scratchers and hold it back a bit. In the end, Wolf Creek will "wow" you - guaranteed.