Rio Secco Golf Club Review

About Rio Secco Golf Club

This Rio Secco Golf Club review covers one of the most architecturally varied upscale daily-fee courses in the Las Vegas area — a Rees Jones design built in 1997 for the Rio All Suite Hotel and Casino, located about 30 minutes southeast of Summerlin near Henderson's Seven Hills neighborhood. The layout is built in three distinct acts: six holes carved through steep desert canyons, six holes on a high plateau with panoramic views of the Las Vegas Strip, and six holes across open desert mountain terrain. When Rio Secco opened, Golf Digest and Golf Magazine both ranked it among the top ten new public courses in the country. Rees Jones returned in 2017 to renovate the original design — adding new tees and greens — improving playability for all skill levels while preserving the course's bold character. Note: in late 2025 the property was rebranded as Serket Golf Club under Cabot management; the course design and location are unchanged. Verdict: for golfers who want a resort-caliber experience and dramatic scenery without a membership card, Rio Secco remains one of the premier daily-fee rounds in the Henderson area.

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Our editorial take: Rio Secco is the premium daily-fee experience in Henderson — a course that earns its upscale green fee through Rees Jones' inventive routing across three completely different types of terrain. The canyon holes are the signature set, demanding precise carries and thoughtful club selection; the plateau holes offer a visual reward with Strip views; and the mountain holes provide a more traditional desert-links feel. The 2017 renovation softened some of the original design's severity without removing the drama, making it accessible to a wider range of players than the original layout. For golfers seeking a step above the standard public-access track, Rio Secco — now Serket — remains one of the most memorable rounds available in the Las Vegas Valley.

Good to know before you play

• Three distinct terrains: Rio Secco's routing is deliberately segmented — six canyon holes, six plateau holes, and six mountain holes. Pace yourself on the canyon holes early; the carries are real and the rough is punishing. The plateau holes offer relief and scenery before the mountain stretch closes the round.
• 2017 renovation: Rees Jones returned to renovate the original design in 2017, adding new tee boxes and green complexes to improve playability. The course is more approachable than its original form while still providing a genuine championship test from the back tees at 6,992 yards.
• Rebrand to Serket (2025): The property was rebranded as Serket Golf Club in September 2025 under Cabot management (also managing Cascata in Boulder City). The course design, address, and phone number are unchanged — only the name and branding have been updated. Search for "Serket Golf Club" or "Rio Secco" to find current tee time listings.
• Upscale daily-fee pricing: Rio Secco/Serket is priced at the premium end of the Henderson public market. Rates vary by season; expect the highest fees in peak spring and autumn months, with reduced rates in summer and for twilight rounds.
• Drive from Summerlin: The course is approximately 30 minutes southeast of Summerlin via US-95 South into Henderson. The Seven Hills neighborhood address (2851 Grand Hills Dr) is easy to find via GPS.
• Weather and terrain: The canyon portions of the course can funnel wind unpredictably; club selection is more variable here than on open desert layouts. The plateau holes at elevation add carry distance. Factor both into your club choice on approach shots.

Frequently asked questions about Rio Secco Golf Club

Where can I find reviews and ratings for Rio Secco Golf Club?

You can read player reviews of Rio Secco Golf Club — rated for conditions, value, layout, greens, pace, and staff — and add your own here on Summerlin.Golf. Rio Secco Golf Club is also profiled on major golf platforms including GolfPass, GolfNow, Golf Digest, and Google Reviews. For the official scorecard, rates, and tee times, visit the Rio Secco Golf Club official website.

Is Rio Secco Golf Club public or private, and how do I book a tee time?

Rio Secco Golf Club (now operating as Serket Golf Club under Cabot management) is an upscale daily-fee course open to the public — no membership is required. Tee times can be booked at golfserket.com or by calling (702) 777-2400.

Who designed Rio Secco Golf Club and when did it open?

Rio Secco Golf Club was designed by Rees Jones and opened in 1997. It was originally built for the Rio All Suite Hotel and Casino. Rees Jones returned in 2017 to renovate the course, adding new tees and greens to enhance playability.

What is the par and yardage at Rio Secco Golf Club?

Rio Secco Golf Club is an 18-hole par-72 course. Following the 2017 renovation by Rees Jones, the course plays to approximately 6,992 yards from the back tees (slope 138, rating 73.7).

Where is Rio Secco Golf Club located, and how far is it from Summerlin?

Rio Secco Golf Club is located at 2851 Grand Hills Dr, Henderson, NV 89052, in the Seven Hills neighborhood of Henderson. It is approximately 30 minutes southeast of Summerlin via US-95 South.

What is Rio Secco Golf Club best known for?

Rio Secco is best known for its dramatic three-act layout: six holes carved through steep canyons, six on an elevated plateau with panoramic Strip views, and six across open desert mountain terrain. When it opened in 1997, both Golf Digest and Golf Magazine ranked it among the top ten new public courses in the country.

Has Rio Secco Golf Club been renamed?

Yes. In late 2025, the property was rebranded as Serket Golf Club after Cabot took over management from the Caesars/Vici Properties ownership. The course design, address, and phone number remain the same; only the branding has changed.