Nakoma Dragon
Golf Course
“The Dragon at Nakoma is a Robin Nelson and Rodney Wright design inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright's Nakoma Clubhouse. The clubhouse itself is a Frank Lloyd Wright design — one of only a few in existence — making it an architectural landmark. The course is challenging with elevation changes and tight fairways through the pines. A must-play for architecture and golf enthusiasts alike.”
Nakoma Dragon Golf Course
Plan The Dragon at Nakoma near Graeagle with golf groups, tee times, and stay-and-play packages. Expert planning for buddies, corporate, and leisure trips.
Nakoma’s Pro Shop is located in the only golf clubhouse designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. From clubs, shoes, shirts and more, the Golf Shop features an extensive array of popular brands and accessories. You’ll find everything that suits your style, size and interests.
Group Golf Packages & Tee Times
From 8 to 100 players — consecutive tee times, rooming lists, comps for organizers. 20+ years of expert group planning.
Hole Par 4
All Tee Options
| Tee Box | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Dragon (Black)Championship | 6,881 | 72 | 73.1 | 142 | Extremely Difficult |
Blue | 6,401 | 72 | 70.7 | 136 | Challenging |
White | 5,934 | 72 | 68.3 | 127 | Moderate–Difficult |
Gold | 5,388 | 72 | 65.8 | 118 | Moderate |
Red (Ladies)Ladies | 4,784 | 72 | 67.6 | 120 | Moderate–Difficult |
* All ratings certified by the USGA. Slope 113 = standard difficulty. Higher slope = greater challenge for higher-handicap players.
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The Dragon is an 18-hole championship golf course at Nakoma Resort in Clio, CA 96106 — in the northern Sierra Nevada’s Mohawk Valley, about 5 minutes from Graeagle and 70 minutes from Reno. Designed by Robin Nelson and Neil Haworth, the Dragon debuted as one of America’s Top 75 courses according to Golf World. Nelson is renowned for the Dunes at Mauna Lani in Hawaii. The course features picture-postcard mountain views from every tee and is known for offering a less crowded, more secluded golf experience than busier Truckee-Tahoe courses. The clubhouse is the only Frank Lloyd Wright-designed golf clubhouse in the world.
The Dragon Golf Course was designed by Robin Nelson and Neil Haworth. Nelson is renowned for designing the Dunes at Mauna Lani in Hawaii and is recognized as one of the top course architects in the world. The Dragon debuted as one of America’s Top 75 courses (Golf World) and remains the centerpiece of Nakoma Resort’s stay-and-play experience in the northern Sierra Nevada.
Yes. The Dragon Golf Course at Nakoma Resort is open to the public — tee times are available to non-resort guests. Golf the High Sierra books group tee times and stay-and-play packages combining The Dragon with nearby Graeagle courses including Whitehawk Ranch, Plumas Pines, and Graeagle Meadows.
Lodging, guaranteed tee times at The Dragon, carts, and concierge planning. Optional transportation, dining, and multi-course itineraries.
Typical range is $199–$449 per golfer depending on season, lodging, and group size.
Yes—room blocks, tee-time blocks, tournament setup, and logistics for corporate and leisure groups.
After Your Round on Nakoma
The Graeagle, CA delivers more than championship golf. World-class dining, adventure, and Sierra Nevada luxury fill every hour between tee times.
Where to Stay Near Nakoma Dragon Golf Course
Most groups who play Nakoma stay at one of these properties. All include golf package rates when booked through Golf the High Sierra.
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