Golf Club At Terra Lago - South Course: #4
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3.7
1732 Reviews (1732)
5 Stars
294
4 Stars
732
3 Stars
418
2 Stars
171
1 Stars
117
Conditions
3.7
Value
3.8
Layout
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.2
77.3%
Recommend this course
1244 out of 1732 reviews
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3.9
51 Reviews (51)
5 Stars
16
4 Stars
22
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
4
Conditions
3.9
Value
3.9
Layout
4.2
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.2
StaffFriendliness
4.0
76.5%
Recommend this course
39 out of 51 reviews
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3.9
71 Reviews (71)
5 Stars
20
4 Stars
36
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
4
Conditions
3.9
Value
3.9
Layout
4.2
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.3
StaffFriendliness
4.1
81.7%
Recommend this course
58 out of 71 reviews
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Course Highlights
The South Course delivers a genuinely challenging layout with large, contoured greens that consistently earn high marks from returning players. Exceptional value, smooth pace of play, and helpful staff make this resort a strong choice for golfers seeking a rewarding round.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 7044 yards
Slope 140
Rating 75.1

Formerly known as Landmark Golf Club, the Golf Club at Terra Lago was the host of the PGA Tour Skins Game from 1999 to 2002. The club's impressive guest list includes Greg Norman, Phil Mickelson, and Tiger Woods. There are two 18-hole courses available called the North and the South. At 7,044 yards, Terra Lago's South Course is just barely shorter than the 7,060-yard North Course but they are equally challenging. The South is known for having one of the club's most unique and memorable holes, the par-4 second. This narrow hole runs alongside a wide canal that makes anything hit to the right impossible to play. The unique part of the hole comes as you approach the green. To cross the creek, rather than having a traditional wood bridge, the course designer crafted a bridge from an old rail car, which explains its nickname as the "Boxcar" hole.

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Course Details

Year Built 1999
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Brian Curley (1999) Lee E. Schmidt (1999)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes
Practice Hole Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse
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Reviews

3.7
1732 Reviews (1732)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 49
19th Hole Scenic Views 37
Brunch 22
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 97
Undulating Greens 75
Water Hazards 64
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 71
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 52
Locals 45
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 50
Convenient to the City 47
At a Resort 28

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Reviews 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Disappointment

Booked thru tee off.com. Pro shop did not have reservation. Showed on phone. Accepted. Teed off close to on time. Played 9 holes in 2 hours and 45 minutes. Walked off after 9 due to slow play. No marshal on course. Overbooked. Terrible experience. Played North previously and

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Needs upgrading

The course needs more attention, bunkers have limited sand . Mainly weeds and mud

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Windy Day

It was all good. Not very lush but the price was right. You get what you pay for. I would go back.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Better back 9

Front 9 not friendly for average golfers. Accuracy essential. Back 9 more enjoyable. Bar closed for private event.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Poor hospitality

The check in was rude. We paid for balls to use the driving range. We got out there and it was closed so we had to come back for a refund which took forever. The greens had just been punched which we were not informed of and no discount was offered. Would not come back.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 40
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Inside staff are grumpy old men

The cart barn staff are awesome...the Starter was golden...the inside the pro shop "behind the desk staff" were pretty grumpy. The man that took my money, didn't even let me know that Ii had to purchase range balls from him, and that they weren't available at the range. So, back I went. Would have a much more efficient check-in and save some time by asking your guests some appropriate questions and/or pointing out the essentials to having a good time/round at the course.

I would recommend this course if they could get a good online price.

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 21
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nature to tame - great challenge - beautiful

The course has all you could ask for from a beginner to an experienced golfer. Bring your favorite camera some crazy good scenery .

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

2 course

Contrary to some other reviews, pace of play was excellent. Staff were great.back 9 south much more playable.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

South course

Enjoy the course but not the slow play- need to Marshall course better.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

GC at Terra Lago, Indio, CA

We have played these two courses several times over the years and have never been disappointed, This year’s experience was different. Starting with club drop off. Our clubs were left behind at the drop off area while two other foursomes” clubs were brought down and loaded onto carts. While this was happening we were checking in with the nasty fella at the pro shop. I have never been greeted by such an ill mannered attendant at any course, ever. Not a pleasant way to start our day of golf. Besides his bad attitude, he gladly took our $20 for practice balls. When we got got to the practice range there were loads of golf balls available to everyone else but us. He could have had the courtesy of letting us know that there were plenty of balls available instead of taking our money that way. When we got downstairs to get into our carts is when we discovered that our clubs were still at the drop-off. So we all went back up to get our own clubs, carried them back down the path and loaded our own carts. Thankfully once we got started off the first tee we had a great day. We will not be returning to Terra Lago ever again. They don’t deserve our money. BTW - I have never written a negative review in my 40ish years of playing golf….until now.

Almost forgot to mention that (even though we won’t be returning) they should perhaps pay someone to clean up the place. There was garbage all over the course and not because of the winds. Garbage cans are truly rare. It used to be such a great place to play. So sad.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Friendly Staff

The course layout and conditions were pretty good on this south course.The big concern we had was the pace of play was very slow. The front nine actually moved very well then at the tenth tee things took a turn and the pay of play went downhill. We waited on every tee box and second shots to the greens. I was concerned when we booked as slow play and no marshals were a concern .

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 6
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Bar Service

Staff was very friendly and service oriented. Bat closed at 5pm. On course graphics are poor. No beverage service on course, no free range balls,

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 6
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
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