Vista Vallarta: Weiskopf

The Weiskopf course at Vista Vallarta opened in 2001 and provides a stark contrast to its partner Nicklaus course. Routed into dense jungle, the course offers tight manicured fairways, deep arroyos and a plethora of difficult bunkering. The front side at the Weiskopf course features the par-5 eighth playing under 500 yards and provides a perfect risk-reward opportunity with creeks and arroyos dissecting the fairway short of the layup zone. The back nine features the par-3 15th playing uphill and over intimidating canyons to a narrow green. Also famous is the closing hole at the Weiskopf course, where longer hitters can challenge the front of the green on the downhill 346-yard par 4. The two resort courses at Vista Vallarta provide wonderful playing conditions throughout while still offering brilliant contrast between the courses.