The 17th, with forced carries over desert terrain on all three shots before the green, is virtually unreachable in two because of how the landing areas are carved out of the landscape. Drives hit too long wind up in the desert. The final nine, Outlaw, has some stunning holes of its own. Hole 24 features another devilishly cruel nickname, Six Shooter, taunting players with the thought of bogey before they even tee off. The beautiful finishing hole is guarded by a lake left of the green.
Second shots aimed at the green are all carry to a small green adjacent to the water.
Though Badlands is by no means easy, it can be both challenging and fun. Play safe and conservative and you'll enjoy your round. Take lots of silly chances and your ball will sit with the others in rattlesnake country. Read our policy on privacy and cookies.