Sun City Summerlin — Full Amenity Guide

4 Recreation Centers · 3 Golf Courses · 80+ Clubs · What your $230/month HOA actually covers

The 4 Recreation Centers

Each recreation center has a distinct personality. Most residents develop a home base but use multiple centers depending on the activity.

Mountain Shadows
Social Hub · Arts · Fitness
  • Indoor & outdoor pools
  • Full fitness center
  • Art studio & ceramics
  • Billiards room
  • Computer lab
  • Large ballroom
  • Multiple card rooms
Desert Vista
Fitness Focus · Sports
  • State-of-the-art fitness center
  • Indoor walking track
  • Racquetball courts
  • Outdoor pool & spa
  • Dance studio
  • Meeting rooms
Sun Shadows
Outdoor Sports · Activities
  • Tennis courts
  • Pickleball courts
  • Bocce ball courts
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shuffleboard
  • Horseshoes
Mountain Falls
Golf Adjacent · Leisure
  • Near golf course access
  • Fitness room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Lounge & restaurant
  • Card & activity rooms

3 Golf Courses

Golf is NOT included in the base HOA fee — memberships are purchased separately. Courses are owned and operated by the community.

Highland Falls Golf Club

18-hole course, par 72. One of the marquee courses in the community with mountain backdrop views. Full practice facilities. Membership or pay-as-you-play options available.

Palm Valley Golf Club

18-hole course, par 72. More open layout with desert landscaping. Well-maintained fairways and putting surfaces. Popular with residents who prefer a less technical round.

Eagle Crest Golf Club

9-hole executive course. Ideal for quick rounds, beginners, or residents who want to practice without a full 18-hole commitment. Very affordable per-round rates.

What HOA Fees Cover vs. What Costs Extra

The ~$230/month HOA covers far more than most communities at this price point — but some items require separate payment.

AmenityIncluded in HOA?Notes
All 4 Recreation Centers✓ IncludedFull access, all facilities
Indoor & Outdoor Pools✓ IncludedAll pools at all centers
Fitness Centers✓ IncludedAll centers, all equipment
Tennis & Pickleball✓ IncludedCourt reservations available
80+ Clubs & Organizations✓ IncludedMost clubs have nominal dues $20–$50/yr
Walking & Biking Trails✓ IncludedMiles of paved paths
Community Events & Dances✓ IncludedSome special events have ticket costs
Golf — Highland Falls✗ ExtraMembership or per-round fees
Golf — Palm Valley✗ ExtraMembership or per-round fees
Golf — Eagle Crest (9-hole)✗ ExtraAffordable per-round, ~$20–$35
Exterior Landscape Maintenance✓ IncludedCommon areas; individual yards vary by section
Community Security Patrol✓ IncludedNot guard-gated but has security patrols

80+ Clubs & Organizations (Sample)

This is a partial list — new clubs form regularly. Most have nominal annual dues of $20–$50 beyond the HOA.

Pickleball Club
Tennis Association
Woodworking Guild
Quilting Circle
Photography Club
Hiking Club
Book Club
Bridge Club
Poker Club
Painting & Watercolor
Ceramics Studio
Drama / Theater
Dance Club
Line Dancing
Softball League
Bowling League
Investment Club
Travel Club
Wine & Dine Club
Garden Club
Veterans Group
Choir & Singing
Ukulele Group
Yoga & Meditation

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