Henderson Destination Guide

Henderson Transportation

Just a few miles east of Las Vegas, Henderson can be an afternoon trip from Las Vegas. In fact, some hotel-casinos can set up driving arrangements to golf courses in Henderson for their guests.
Highway 95 South will take you directly into Henderson from Las Vegas. McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas serves the Henderson area.

Henderson FAQ

1. Where is Henderson?

Henderson, NV is just a few miles southeast of Las Vegas. It is easily accessible by car or taxi.

2. What makes Henderson such a popular golf destination?

Because it is so close to Las Vegas, some courses in Henderson say that they are located in Vegas. This means there is no difference in the quality of courses. Henderson is home to some of the state's best courses. And it's just next door to Vegas so the trip might not be any further than a trip to a course that's west of the Strip.

3. What type of golf does Henderson offer?

Because it is so close to Vegas, much of Sin City's variety can be seen in Henderson. Rio Secco and The Legacy offer fine desert golf. Revere Golf Club plays a little more traditionally and has a Paul Revere theme that increases that feel. And the courses at Lake Las Vegas Resort offer a little of everything.

4. What are the best courses in Henderson?

Lake Las Vegas Resort has built two of the finest public courses in the Vegas area. Together Reflection Bay and The Falls offer some great variety and stunning scenery. Reflection Bay is a Jack Nicklaus-designed course that brings a slice of South Florida golf to a beautiful lake. Set among the curves of the lake, arroyos, waterfalls, palm trees and bunkers add to the beach golf feel.

At The Falls, the course's name doesn't lie. Waterfalls are all over this Tom Weiskopf course and the terrain changes from craggy mountain holes to holes on the floor of the desert. Some of the area's most spectacular sights are from a tee box are at The Falls

5. What else is there to do in Henderson?

The area's other major tourist attraction is Hoover Dam. Only a few miles east of Henderson, over a million people visit the dam each year. And at $10 or less, tours won't break the bank.