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PGA WEST Pete Dye Dunes Course

4.3
2013 Reviews (2013)
La Quinta Resort Dunes
A view of a hole protected by bunkers at La Quinta Resort Dunes Course

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4.3
2013 Reviews (2013)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
234
2 Stars
70
1 Stars
53
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.2
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.3
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87.7%
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1715 out of 2013 reviews
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4.3
52 Reviews (52)
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4.4
Value
4.0
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.3
Amenities
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4.5
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4 Stars
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4.5
Value
4.2
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.5
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4.7
87.5%
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Course Highlights
PGA West Dunes delivers a challenging layout with undulating greens, strategic water hazards, and well-maintained fairways that consistently impress desert golfers. Exceptionally friendly and attentive staff, combined with strong value for money, make this a must-play desert destination.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private/Resort
Style Links
Par 72
Length 6578 yards
Slope 134
Rating 72.4

Formerly known as La Quinta Resort Dunes Course

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Satellite Layout
Tees
Tee Par Length Rating Slope
Black 72 6578 yards 72.4 134
Black/White 72 6465 yards 71.8 133
White 72 6159 yards 70.8 128
White/Silver 72 6014 yards 69.9 126
Silver 72 5785 yards 68.5 122
Silver (W) 72 5785 yards 74.5 134
Gold (W) 72 5283 yards 71.5 126
Gold 72 5283 yards 66.0 116
Red (W) 72 4849 yards 68.7 123
Orange 72 3900 yards 63.3 111
Track Rounds
Scorecard
Scorecard for PGA West Pete Dye Dunes Course
Metrics:
Hole 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Out 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 In Total
Black M: 73.5/139 W: 79.4/145 380 510 358 318 353 191 591 184 491 3376 401 417 359 145 377 505 198 420 380 3202 6578
Black/White M: 72.9/137 W: 78.7/143 380 510 358 312 353 173 540 184 491 3301 388 398 359 145 377 505 198 414 380 3164 6465
White M: 71.6/133 W: 77.0/139 364 465 312 312 342 173 540 159 466 3133 388 398 335 122 354 465 187 414 363 3026 6159
White/Silver M: 70.6/130 W: 75.8/136 364 454 312 294 342 146 540 159 466 3077 327 398 335 122 354 460 187 391 363 2937 6014
Silver M: 69.8/128 W: 74.9/134 349 454 290 294 330 146 513 138 453 2967 327 363 320 114 328 460 169 391 346 2818 5785
Gold M: 67.2/121 W: 71.7/126 324 434 270 294 292 106 486 120 412 2738 314 294 311 105 278 445 144 369 285 2545 5283
Red M: 65.0/116 W: 69.1/120 294 434 236 246 252 92 457 107 408 2526 271 290 305 88 271 387 117 334 260 2323 4849
Red/Orange M: 62.6/110 W: 66.2/114 233 370 236 246 252 92 370 80 330 2209 271 236 243 88 271 350 117 270 260 2106 4315
Orange M: 60.9/105 W: 64.1/109 233 370 192 235 215 53 370 80 330 2078 200 236 243 78 210 350 105 270 185 1877 3955
Handicap 2 12 14 16 10 4 6 8 18 13 1 5 15 7 17 11 3 9
Par 4 5 4 4 4 3 5 3 5 37 4 4 4 3 4 5 3 4 4 35 72
Handicap (W) 4 8 18 16 12 14 2 10 6 13 11 3 15 5 7 17 1 9
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Course Details

Year Built 1981
Greens Tif Eagle Bermuda
Golf Season Year round
Architect Pete Dye (1981)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes
Practice Hole Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Collared Shirt, Long Pants/Walking Shorts are accepted. No Denim, T-shirt, Tank Top, Athletic Shorts/Cargo Shorts.

Food & Beverage

Snacks, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Banquet Facilities, Spa

Available Sports

Tennis
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Reviews

4.3
2013 Reviews (2013)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 36
19th Hole Scenic Views 31
Brunch 15
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 88
Water Hazards 88
Undulating Greens 71
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 62
A Weekend Splurge 41
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 40
This Course's Location is:
At a Resort 71
Convenient to the City 51
Worth the Drive 30

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u000003953480
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Outstanding Course

The course was in great condition with very challenging greens with undulating surfaces and breaks for putts. The staff was very informative and courteous. It was a great experience. Thank you!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
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TerrenceHoltz51
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Fair
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Eajw9rUYVWn0KwbrlQmn
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Awesome course

Great course it is a little difficult, but had a lot of fun playing it. Definitely going back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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KGVxx5znxsr7nEhdmvSe
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Greens

Some of the early greens are ridiculous. Missing a clown and windmill. They get better as the course goes on.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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maddog4cmc
Played On
Reviews 6
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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reynaldo37
Played On
Reviews 8
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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curtdeisen
Played On
Reviews 5
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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u5230750
Played On
Reviews 26
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great golf

Very Nice layout despite tough Greens. Marshall was driving around making sure that we did not run out of water on a 100 plus degrees. Really appreciated..

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 05/12/2025:
Thanks for the five-star rating. We’re thrilled you enjoyed your visit and appreciate your support. Our team looks forward to delivering the same level of excellence next time.
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Sambo2323
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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RS12846
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Too tough for Seniors

The golf course has changed dramatically since all the Covid work. There are almost no flat lies. The greens with unreadable humps, to say nothing of ridiculous pin placements.

In summary: not for me or nearly any other Senior.

Conditions Excellent
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 05/09/2025:
Thank you for the feedback. We aim to offer a quality experience and regret falling short. Your input helps us identify specific areas that need attention, and we hope to welcome you back in the future.
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Rmacknife
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Poor
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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u915939679
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Beautiful Course with TOUGH GREENS

Beautiful course and a great pace of play. It’s short but the greens make it extremely challenging. I would play it again anytime.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 05/02/2025:
Appreciate the top marks! It means a lot to us that you had such a positive experience. We’ll continue doing our best to make every visit exceptional.
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u7705507
Played On
Reviews 19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice experience or golf.

First time a few learning experiences. Knowing the track would lower my score. Great day.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 04/26/2025:
Thanks for the five-star rating. We’re thrilled you enjoyed your visit and appreciate your support. Our team looks forward to delivering the same level of excellence next time.
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u5230750
Played On
Reviews 26
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Nice layout

We really liked the course but pace of play was terrible. Fivesome two holes ahead of us a couple ahead of us sometime playing two Balls.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
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nuZpGjkAPGuYG3xCo7NC
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Tough course but fair

Played at 12:45 on a Wednesday and played in 3 hours. Greens are hard, so land them on the front and roll them back.

Hard course, medium/fast paced greens but I thought it was very fair with great course conditions. Would play again with the hot deal pricing.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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obfarmer
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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S4SERTICH
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course for skilled golfers

This is NOT a course for the recreational or vacationing golfer. Must be a skilled golfer to truly enjoy this course. Elevated sloped fast greens that will not hold your ball.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Response from on 04/07/2025:
Thanks for the five-star rating. We’re thrilled you enjoyed your visit and appreciate your support. Our team looks forward to delivering the same level of excellence next time.
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u444976618
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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rdking27
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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u000004857174
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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