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Sunrise was Jack Nicklaus’s 100th career design and plays at more than 7,000 feet above sea level, making it considerably shorter than its yardage suggests.
About
Las Campanas (Sunrise), designed by Jack Nicklaus in 1993, is the elder of two championship-caliber 18-hole layouts at The Club at Las Campanas. Routed through high-desert terrain with mountain vistas, the course is famed for its strategic bunkering and smooth bentgrass playing surfaces, consistently earning accolades as one of New Mexico's top private golf experiences.
Caddie Tip
Altitude affects distance dramatically here—expect an extra 10-15% carry. The greens are large with subtle undulations, so take your time reading putts. Being aggressive off the tee is often rewarded, but errant shots can quickly find desert native or deep bunker trouble.
The Main Challenge
Sunrise presents its stiffest test in the combination of length, bunkering, and elevated greens, especially at altitude. The closing stretch is particularly demanding, with hazards and elevation changes pushing shot-making, while swirling winds and the firmness of high-desert turf require precise club selection.
The Good
Members and guests rave about the peaceful high desert surroundings, mountain panoramas, and the overall sense of seclusion. The bentgrass greens run exceptionally true, and the variety of strategic holes, each framed by a scenic backcloth, create an elite, rewarding golf experience for all skill levels.
The Not So Good
Comments occasionally mention the course can play very firm and fast in the driest summer spells, making landing approach shots and holding greens more difficult than intended. Expanded water features and additional tee options might help balance challenge across all skill levels.
Signature Hole:
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15
The par-5 15th hole, stretching to a daunting 654 yards, is recognized among the course's most challenging. Lined with trees and featuring both water and sand as defenses, it demands strategic planning and accuracy from tee to green, showcasing the dramatic risk-reward options of Nicklaus’s high-desert design.
Clubhouse
Members enjoy a grand hacienda-style clubhouse featuring luxury locker rooms, a high-end pro shop, multiple dining venues, health and wellness facilities, as well as tennis and equestrian amenities. Full club services deliver an exclusive, resort-style private club experience.
Practice Facilities
Las Campanas boasts a 19-acre practice facility with a championship-scale driving range, multiple putting greens, a sand and chipping complex, and a state-of-the-art performance center. PGA-accredited pros are available for lessons and fittings, ensuring every player can fine-tune their game on site.
Dress Code:
Standard
No dress code enforced. All attire is permitted.
Collared shirts not required. Clean, athletic or golf-appropriate casual wear is acceptable.
Collared shirts required. No denim, gym wear, or overly casual clothing.
Collared shirts must be tucked in; no cargo or athletic shorts. No hats indoors.
Elite club standards; jackets required indoors, no changing shoes in the parking lot, and specific attire rules based on the area of the facility.
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