Amidst the shimmering mirage of Las Vegas, Southern Highlands Golf Club stands as an oasis of serenity and exclusivity. This isn’t just any golf course. It’s a testament to the vision of two golfing giants, Robert Trent Jones Sr. and Jr. Southern Highlands Golf Club represents the final collaboration between this legendary father-son duo, a fitting culmination of their shared passion. Opened in 2000, Southern Highlands Golf Club quickly gained recognition, even hosting the PGA Tour’s Invensys Classic a mere six months later. Imagine the world’s best golfers marveling at the unique bunkering, reminiscent of artistic inkblots scattered across the landscape. The course offers more than just visual appeal. It presents a challenging yet rewarding experience, with dramatic elevation changes and strategic hazards. Picture yourself standing on the tee of the 11th hole, a daunting 500-yard par four, gazing down at the fairway below. Then there’s the 18th, a memorable 622-yard uphill par five with a split fairway, a meandering creek, and the stunning backdrop of the $16 million clubhouse. Southern Highlands Golf Club is more than a golf course. It’s a symbol of luxury and exclusivity, a haven for gaming executives, real estate developers, and even celebrities. It’s a place where million-dollar homes nestle amongst lush landscaping, hidden from the bustling city beyond. The annual Governor’s Black Tie Invitational, held at the club and its private spa, further elevates its prestige, raising over $1 million for local charities. Southern Highlands Golf Club isn’t just a place to play golf; it’s an experience, a journey through a world of refined elegance and unparalleled beauty. The accolades speak for themselves: “One of the Top Residential Golf Courses in the United States” by Golf Digest, Nevada Chapter Course of the Year, and even the #1 clubhouse in the nation. Southern Highlands Golf Club is a true gem in the Las Vegas desert, a testament to the artistry of golf course design and the allure of luxurious living.
Pecos Legacy Park
Why did the Burkholder Ranch House cross Pecos Legacy Park? To get to the other side of Henderson’s history, of