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Golf in the Sierras draws top architects and plauditsFrom Staff Reports With the influence of some the world's greatest golf architects, the High Sierra golfing region continues to thrive, as it provides a unique experience for all golfers. Not long ago, the High Sierra was a nearly golf-barren region of beautiful views, pine trees and open fields of sage. The unique geography of the Reno and Lake Tahoe areas, however, helped to attract some of the best golf architects to create a golfing scene unmatched.
"I think Reno and Lake Tahoe courses are great tests of golf," said PGA Tour player Scott McCarron, a Reno resident. "I choose to live and play here because that's the case." It is an area teeming with active golfers, who get to take advantage of miraculous scenery and quality design. The topography of the area was too inviting for golf clubs to avoid, and now there are myriad choices. With the unique landscape, it's possible that one could tee it up in High Sierra 70-degree comfort, then plunge into the Reno and Carson City foothills to be challenged by sagebrush rough in 90-degree warmth. While the area took its time to grow into a golfing destination, now it has options aplenty from modern to old school. "When I went to school (in Nevada), the area didn't exactly scream golf," said pro golfer Chris Riley. "But it's grown incredibly into one of the best places for golf I can think of." For help booking online call (877) 332-4465. Golf the High Sierra be happy to assist you Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. What they're sayingGolf in the High Sierra raves from people and players that have been on the greatest courses in the world: "Reno and Lake Tahoe have a golf region that is comparable to the finest in the country." "Golfing in the Sierra is really inspired. You see scenery and course design that you've literally never seen before." "There is so much movement and elevation change on these courses. It's just really exciting." "The courses here undoubtedly have some of the most beautiful natural surroundings." "The Reno stop is one the players really enjoy. We all love being here, for the beautiful courses and the things to do off the course." "The question isn't 'Why would I build a course here?', it's 'Why wouldn't I?' " The best golf architectsSome of the most distinguished golf architects have contributed their designs to the golf spectacular golf scene in the High Sierra, including: Robert Trent Jones, Jr. Robert Trent Jones, Sr. Dick Bailey Brad Bell Keith Foster George Fazio Homer Flint John Harbottle Hale Irwin Peter Jacobsen Johnny Miller Jack Nicklaus Arnold Palmer Any opinions expressed above are those of the writer and do not necessarily represent the views of the management. The information in this story was accurate at the time of publication. All contact information, directions and prices should be confirmed directly with the golf course or resort before making reservations and/or travel plans. |
