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Mountain View at Desert Willow Golf Resort

4.5
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4.5
671 Reviews (671)
5 Stars
456
4 Stars
164
3 Stars
30
2 Stars
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1 Stars
11
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.4
Layout
4.8
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.5
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89.6%
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635 out of 671 reviews
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4.8
6 Reviews (6)
5 Stars
5
4 Stars
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Conditions
4.8
Value
4.5
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.3
83.3%
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5 out of 6 reviews
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4.5
25 Reviews (25)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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Conditions
4.7
Value
4.5
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.4
88.0%
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22 out of 25 reviews
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Course Highlights
The Mountain View Course consistently impresses with excellent conditions, a challenging layout, and stunning scenery that rewards every round. Knowledgeable staff, strong amenities, and outstanding value make this course easy to recommend.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 72
Length 6913 yards
Slope 132
Rating 73.0

The second of two Michael Hurdzan and Dana Fry designs at Desert Willow resort in Cathedral City, Mountain View is a little shorter (6,913 yards) and boasts wider fairways than the Firecliff Course.

There are also half as many bunkers as at Firecliff. Which still means there are 98 here.

Still, water comes into play more on Mountain View. The course name is no misnomer either. Golfers actually do get great views of the Santa Rosa Mountains as they take on Hurdzan's desert landscaping. This is resort golf with real nature touches.

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Tees
Tee Par Length Rating Slope
Black 72 6913 yards 73.0 132
Blue 72 6507 yards 71.2 128
Lavender 72 6128 yards 69.4 124
Lavender (W) 72 6128 yards 75.4 139
Tan 72 5573 yards 66.6 117
Tan (W) 72 5573 yards 72.4 134
Green (W) 72 5040 yards 64.0 110
Green (W) 72 5040 yards 69.6 126
Track Rounds
Scorecard
Scorecard for Mountain View
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: 73.0/132 419 390 453 374 227 476 390 179 555 3463 410 200 501 199 448 426 386 342 538 3450 6913
Purple M: 71.2/128 399 369 433 349 192 455 363 155 531 3246 388 173 487 181 426 404 366 317 519 3261 6507
Purple/White M: 70.3/126 369 355 418 323 172 455 363 155 531 3141 388 156 487 181 397 382 348 317 519 3175 6316
White M: 69.4/124 W: 75.4/139 369 355 418 323 172 429 338 147 509 3060 363 156 470 162 397 382 348 300 490 3068 6128
White/Tan M: 68.1/121 W: 73.9/137 343 322 376 305 150 429 338 147 509 2919 363 128 470 162 366 360 308 300 490 2947 5866
Tan M: 66.6/117 W: 72.4/134 343 322 376 305 150 390 310 129 429 2754 321 128 444 140 366 360 308 284 468 2819 5573
Tan/Green W: 70.9/130 300 294 376 283 150 356 310 129 401 2599 295 128 444 140 338 360 308 250 428 2691 5290
Green M: 64.0/110 W: 69.6/126 300 294 336 283 122 356 273 109 401 2474 295 116 407 120 338 327 285 250 428 2566 5040
Handicap 3 7 1 9 5 11 13 17 15 10 4 18 14 2 6 8 16 12
Par 4 4 4 4 3 5 4 3 5 36 4 3 5 3 4 4 4 4 5 36 72
Handicap (W) 7 5 11 9 15 1 13 17 3 8 10 16 18 2 14 12 4 6

Course Details

Year Built 1998
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Dr. Michael Hurdzan (1998) John Cook Dana Fry (1998)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes - "Palm Desert Golf Academy"
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Meeting Facilities, Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

4.5
671 Reviews (671)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 16
Patio Dining 14
19th Hole Scenic Views 13
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 26
Water Hazards 21
Undulating Greens 20
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 24
Advanced Golfers 20
A Weekend Splurge 19
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 22
At a Resort 20
Worth the Drive 12

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DUGZILLA
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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ChinoCochino818
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Mountain Course

Great facility, water machines and ice on every 4 or so holes. Grass was pretty lush i must say. Very open course. Greens were a little bruised but overall had a great time

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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u1683287
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

LOVE this course!

Nice layout & beautifully landscaped. fairways & greens were in great condition.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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u9243219
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Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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u1683287
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Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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bjorkro
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Reviews 16
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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u315233324
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Reviews 14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Beautiful course

The gentleman in the pro shop were very nice to deal with. The starter tried to get us out early but did not work out. Not his fault and he was very friendly. Beautiful course with some very picturesque holes!

The greens were a little rough but playable. Very enjoyable.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
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Trevorlong
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Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Awesome course. Fun to play

Had a lot of fun. Great course and beautiful Greens were quite slow and scuffed up easy from shoes . Would play here everyday if I could

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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wildgrant
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Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Chelli71
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Reviews 13
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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u1325949456
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Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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SalVegas
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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Good challenge, beautiful course

First time playing this course. Course was in great shape. The shop and on-course were informative, friendly and engaging in their demeanor. The course is challenging and can be enjoyed by all levels. Just play smart and appropriate tees. Cheers!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Bruin69
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Reviews 13
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Fair, challenging layout.

Very playable for all handicap levels. Pace of play excellent. Helpful. cordial staff.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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u314164344855
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Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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markd1222
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Reviews 18
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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ccraword1989
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Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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svanacker
Played On
Reviews 27
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Clive2798454
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Reviews 29
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Golf buddies road trip

Great experience, course good condition, greens Smooth for this time of year. Enjoyable from the correct tee boxes

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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floridamonsy
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Reviews 42
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great but...

The course is in great shape for Sept. The service was also great. The only thing I didnt like was it was toooo wide open. Great for fast play but reduces the challenge even for a high handicapper like me. Im going to try Firecliff next. All things aside it is a must play course!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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u984122555
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Reviews 16
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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