Laughlin Golf Trip Planning Guide
Laughlin is a low-key casino town on the Colorado River with surprisingly good golf. Mojave Resort is a top-notch course, the casinos keep drinks cheap and tables running, and the whole trip costs a fraction of Vegas. Fly into Vegas and drive 90 minutes south or into Laughlin-Bullhead City Airport.
4 courses · 4 restaurants · 3 bars · 5 activities
Quick Facts
Spring, Fall
IFP (10 min drive)
$30–$110
$200/night
3 of 4
~$255/person
Sample 3-Day Itinerary
Here's a realistic 3-day itinerary for a group golf trip to Laughlin. Every venue below is real and pulled from our curated database — no filler.
Day 1
Mojave Resort Golf Club — resort, $50–$110 · 4.4★
Best course in the Laughlin area — well-conditioned resort layout with mountain and river valley views
The Range Steakhouse (Harrah's) — steakhouse, $$$
Best steakhouse in Laughlin — Harrah's in-house spot with river views and solid cuts
Aquarius Casino Bar — casino bar · Open late
Biggest casino floor in Laughlin with cheap drinks, live entertainment, and a lively crowd
Day 2
Chaparral Country Club — desert, $35–$70 · 4.3★
Semi-private course in Bullhead City with mature trees and a well-maintained layout
Casino Hopping on the Riverwalk — 3-5 hours, $0–$300/pp
Walk the mile-long riverwalk hitting Harrah's, Aquarius, Edgewater, and Don Laughlin's — cheap tables and free drinks
Joe's Crab Shack — seafood, $$
Riverfront seafood with a loud, fun vibe — buckets of crab and cold beer
Losers Bar (Harrah's) — dive · Open late
No-frills casino bar with the cheapest drinks on the strip — embrace the name
Day 3
Emerald River Golf Course — parkland, $30–$65 · 4.2★
Flat and forgiving course right in Laughlin — cheap, walkable, and perfect for a warm-up round
Jet Ski Rental on Colorado River — 2-4 hours, $60–$120/pp
Rip around the Colorado River between the casinos — surprisingly scenic canyon waters
The Gourmet Room (Don Laughlin's Riverside) — upscale, $$$
Old-school fine dining in the original Laughlin casino — surprisingly good for a small town
Splash Cabaret (Aquarius) — casino bar · Open late
Late-night lounge with live music and entertainment — Laughlin's closest thing to a nightclub
Course-by-Course Guide
Laughlin has 4 courses worth playing. 3 are walkable if you want to save on cart fees.
Mojave Resort Golf Club
PremiumBest course in the Laughlin area — well-conditioned resort layout with mountain and river valley views
Emerald River Golf Course
SolidFlat and forgiving course right in Laughlin — cheap, walkable, and perfect for a warm-up round
Desert Lakes Golf Course
SolidWell-maintained 18-hole course in Bullhead City with lakes, mature trees, and mountain backdrop — solid value across the river
Chaparral Country Club
SolidSemi-private course in Bullhead City with mature trees and a well-maintained layout
Where to Stay
Laughlin has 2 group-friendly lodging options in our database, starting at $200/night for the whole house.
$300–$900/night
Sleeps 10–16 · Bullhead City across the river — vacation rentals with pools and river access
$200–$600/night
Sleeps 8–16 · Casino hotels along the Laughlin Strip — Harrah's, Aquarius, Don Laughlin's Riverside
Group Dining Guide
4 restaurants vetted for group golf trips. Several can handle large parties without a reservation headache.
The Range Steakhouse (Harrah's)
$$$Best steakhouse in Laughlin — Harrah's in-house spot with river views and solid cuts
Joe's Crab Shack
$$Riverfront seafood with a loud, fun vibe — buckets of crab and cold beer
The Gourmet Room (Don Laughlin's Riverside)
$$$Old-school fine dining in the original Laughlin casino — surprisingly good for a small town
Pints Brewery & Sports Bar
$$Local brewpub with house-made beers and pub food — good casual group dinner option
Nightlife
3 bars curated for groups. 3 stay open past midnight.
Aquarius Casino Bar
Late NightBiggest casino floor in Laughlin with cheap drinks, live entertainment, and a lively crowd
Losers Bar (Harrah's)
Late NightNo-frills casino bar with the cheapest drinks on the strip — embrace the name
Splash Cabaret (Aquarius)
Late NightLate-night lounge with live music and entertainment — Laughlin's closest thing to a nightclub
Activities Beyond Golf
5 off-course activities for rest days or afternoons.
Casino Hopping on the Riverwalk
Walk the mile-long riverwalk hitting Harrah's, Aquarius, Edgewater, and Don Laughlin's — cheap tables and free drinks
Jet Ski Rental on Colorado River
Rip around the Colorado River between the casinos — surprisingly scenic canyon waters
Lake Mohave Kayaking
Paddle through slot canyons on Lake Mohave — turquoise water and canyon walls
Route 66 Day Trip to Oatman
Ghost town on old Route 66 with wild burros, saloons, and staged gunfights — 30 minutes from Laughlin
Laughlin River Lodge Shooting Range
Desert shooting range near Bullhead City with pistol and rifle options
Getting There
Fly into Laughlin/Bullhead International Airport (IFP) — it's a 10-minute drive to Laughlin. For groups of 8+, consider booking a shuttle or party bus from the airport (local providers include Laughlin Shuttle and Las Vegas Limousine Service). Renting two SUVs usually works for groups of 4-8.