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4.6
1184 Reviews (1184)
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721
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
18
1 Stars
14
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.3
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.5
94.2%
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4.7
31 Reviews (31)
5 Stars
26
4 Stars
4
3 Stars
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1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.5
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.7
96.8%
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4.7
98 Reviews (98)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
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Conditions
4.7
Value
4.4
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.6
StaffFriendliness
4.7
93.9%
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About

Holes 18
Type Public/Resort
Style Desert
Par 72
Length 7145 yards
Slope 142
Rating 72.7

The Palmer Course at Wildfire Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course designed by Arnold Palmer and built in 1997. The par-72 golf course measures 7,145 yards from the tournament tees. "I enjoy designing golf courses that celebrate the sheer fun of golf," Palmer said about this course, "and Wildfire is exactly that."

The Bermuda grass Palmer Course at Wildfire Golf Club is one of two championship courses at the club. It features a GPS option that offers golfers detailed mapping of the Faldo and Palmer courses, precise yardages for tee shots and approach shots to the greens, and the chance to order breakfast and lunch from the golf cart. Additional features include communication with the golf shop, a CBS Sportsline ticker with all scores 24 hours a day, and the leader board for tournaments. Its sibling, the Faldo golf course, also features the system.

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Course Details

Year Built 1997
Fairways Winter Rye Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Arnold Palmer (1997) Ed Seay

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS Yes
Caddies Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes - "Wildfire 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
Dress code Collared shirt and bermuda shorts required. No denim.

Available Facilities

Conference Facilities, Banquet Facilities, Spa

Available Sports

Tennis

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4.6
1184 Reviews (1184)
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Conditions Excellent
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Conditions Excellent
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Conditions Excellent
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Handicap 5-9
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Walked

Course was in GREAT condition

Thoroughly enjoyed my round. Course was challenging on the back but because I was spraying the ball too much.

The starter was a little douchy and the cart gal couldn't rush us fast enough so she could go home before 2pm.

Love the round though. Had an audience on the front 9 as well.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Reviews 50
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Wildfire never disappoints

Played Palmer corse yesterday , course is in very good condition and the greens have healed well from the earlier aeration ; however they rolled a little slow for me . This course is always a pleasure to play and never disappoints. I would recommend

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Awesome round

First time playing this course and it was a challenging course as I had only played 3 rounds this month after not playing in 25 years. Overall great experience!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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5.0
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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 3
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Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Reviews 16
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course especially for the price

This summer rate allows play to those who want to play better courses, but can’t afford the high rates in the winter. The course was in great shape. It is somewhat narrow on the Palmer course, but not too difficult. The pace was slow because I had a foursome in front of me that did not have the etiquette to let me play through. I would recommend this course or try the Faldo course and take advantage of these great rates and beautiful surroundings.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 21
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great! You’ll have fun.

Great conditions, not just for summer golf. Greens were a touch slow and bumpy, but didn’t get in the way. Go, you’ll have fun!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 41
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great course

Course is in really good condition for mid July. Beers cost way, way too much. White tees had a couple forced carries which I did not clear, but still nice conditions.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 41
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Very nice course

Course was in very good condition with undulating greens and nice fairways. Tee boxes were fine also. Water bottles provided, but ice melted too fast, so cooler was just a pool of water after hole 5. Free range balls which is always nice. Only downside is price of beers. $12 for 16 oz colors light. They could generate more income if they dropped it to $5-$6 like other courses. This creatures the desire for folks to sneak beers in to their bags. Still enjoy outing and holes can be difficult for a 20 handicap driving 200 yard carries. Good day, though. Recommend!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Palmer Course

I recently had the pleasure of playing the Wildfire Golf Club at the JW Marriott, and I must say, it was an incredible experience from start to finish. The Palmer course, which I played for the first time, truly exceeded my expectations.

From the moment I arrived, the course’s pristine condition and attention to detail were evident. The layout of the Palmer course was both challenging and fun, with stunning views that made every hole feel like a new adventure. The variety of holes kept me engaged throughout the round, and the strategic design made me think on every shot.

The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, and the facilities at the JW Marriott were top-notch. The clubhouse had a great atmosphere, and it was the perfect place to relax after a round of golf. The greens were fast and true, and the fairways were in perfect condition – making for a smooth and enjoyable game.

Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just starting out, I highly recommend the Palmer course at Wildfire Golf Club. It's one of the best golf experiences I’ve had in a long time, and I will definitely be coming back!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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