PLACERVILLE, CA – The Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians is planning a 9-hole, all par-3 golf course with three additional exclusive holes and a course pavilion. The course will be paired with a two-story technology-enhanced driving range and an 18-hole miniature golf course across from Red Hawk Resort + Casino. The goal is to break ground in spring 2026 and open around summer 2027, pending design and permits.
“We are creating an entertainment-focused family venue,” said Chairwoman Regina Cuellar. “The non-traditional golf course will offer a comfortable place for entry level and avid golfers alike.”
Preserving the natural oak hillsides and meadowlands, while also promoting sustainability and responsible water stewardship, are core to the plan. Through their Natural Resources Department, the project will incorporate the best environmental practices, including water-saving technology, sustainable approaches to building, and the installation of native drought resistant plants.
The tribe’s traditions will be embraced and showcased in the architecture, landscape design and golf detail. Cultural references will be embedded in wayfinding, hole names, and materials. A basket-weave motif is under consideration for the pavilion. On the miniature golf course, each hole will be themed to an animal important in Miwok culture, turning the course into a cultural learning experience for all ages.
