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3.8
1716 Reviews (1716)
5 Stars
400
4 Stars
816
3 Stars
321
2 Stars
116
1 Stars
63
Conditions
3.8
Value
3.8
Layout
3.9
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.5
77.9%
Recommend this course
1364 out of 1716 reviews
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Average Rating
Avg Rating
4.1
97 Reviews (97)
5 Stars
31
4 Stars
52
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.2
Layout
4.2
Pace
4.4
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
4.7
88.7%
Recommend this course
86 out of 97 reviews
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Average Rating
Avg Rating
3.9
134 Reviews (134)
5 Stars
38
4 Stars
65
3 Stars
18
2 Stars
9
1 Stars
4
Conditions
3.9
Value
4.0
Layout
3.9
Pace
4.4
Amenities
3.6
StaffFriendliness
4.6
82.8%
Recommend this course
111 out of 134 reviews
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Holes 18
Type Public
Par 71
Length 6357 yards
Slope 120
Rating 70.1
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Palm Desert Country Club
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Course Details

Year Built 1962
Golf Season Year round
Architect William F. Bell (1962) Cary Bickler (2006)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range No
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

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

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

Available Sports

Tennis
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Reviews

3.8
1716 Reviews (1716)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 51
Patio Dining 29
Brunch 13
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 74
Water Hazards 51
Undulating Greens 26
This course/club is great for:
Locals 57
Seniors 49
Beginners 39
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 76
Worth the Drive 15
In the 'Burbs 14

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Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
First Time Playing

Very Dry

Golf course was very dry. The sand traps lacked sand. Course play was fine because there was not a lot of people there. The clubhouse did not have any amenities. The snack shop and bar were closed for the summer. There was also no cart girl. The starter and cart guy were friendly. The greens were in decent shape. Course zigzags throughout a neighborhood so you do take some streets to get to different holes. All and all, an OK experience. I think there are a lot of other golf courses to play that are nicer and have more amenities in the area.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

The course was very dry and the sand traps were lacking sand. It appeared the overall conditions were just a lack of water and a lack of care. Staff was friendly and helpful. Kind of looks like it's a golf course on the way down

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Summer golf

Due to early heat wave course conditions werent as good as expected. Fun track to play when in good shape.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Course looked like it’ hasn’t had a drop of water on it in months. Greens dried, bumpy and so dry they’re cracking. Had to change carts twice because they barely run. Not enjoyable experience

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Save your money

The course was in really bad condition. For the price you can definitely play somewhere with better condition. The course was worst than the LA County courses I play usually back in LA

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
First Time Playing

Not worth it

The course is in really bad condition. Too many bald spots on the tee box, fairway and fringe. I play the LA county courses, and this one makes those courses look like country club courses. Wouldn't play it again unless it was free.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 4
2.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Cheap courses, that aren't !

This would be a fun course if there was sand in the bunkers and only one type of grass on the fairways, lot of weeds ! This course in the condition that it's in should cost no more than $30.00 a round. Most courses in the valley are over priced. makes me think of the series breaking bad. could be the car wash laundering money. seams the golfers are more of a pain ,instead of great deals to get more players.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 51
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Perfect weather
Used cart

Early and Quick and Cheap

Got paired with long time member "Ron" and he and I buzzed around in less than 2.5 hours. Greens were quick and fairways were tight and a little brownish, but the course was in very good hot weather shape overall. Was a hot deal and I also redeemed a bunch of points so it was super cheap to play - pre COVID almost ....

Enjoyed the round very much (despite my poor iron play) and would recommend the course if you are in the market for a round at this price point or even a few bucks more!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 14
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fun in the sun

Great shape. Nice layout. Switching over to the new summer greens but still a great deal. Will be back.

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

Beautiful scenery, great conditions, blast from the past

If you enjoy older courses with character like I do, then this is for you.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 9
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

fun

Had a good time. Could have had the restaurant open.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Surprisingly nice day on the course

I was surprised how nice a day I had on this course... Much pricier courses nearby are more crowded and the play partners aren't as pleasant. I found both at Palm Desert CC to be very accommodating and friendly. I'd play this course again any time for this price.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Palm Desert Country Club

This was the second time I've played this course. After the first time, I had decided to not play it again. The first time I found the course to be in fair to poor condition. Greens were poor and the fairways not much better. I decided to play it again, and I was amazed at how conditions had improved. Greens were smooth and fast, and the fairways were excellent. The area surrounding the golf course appears "run down", and it detracts from the overall experience there. Staff was excellent. Friendly welcoming and helpfull, I will be back.

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

Fun Golf Course to play

Everything was perfect only thing that was missing was cart service on. Maybe it was because it was a Sunday but still had an amazing time.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great value & course for any 10-20 handicap. Best Muni course

Course layout is nice. Our Westsiders Golf Club play Desert Willow & PDCC every year in March. Big fairways & greens in great shape. Was bummed no driving range, just a couple driving nets. But they did have a large pitching area (larger then most courses).. and putting green.

Start out with two par 5's ... 2nd hole is a birdie hole. front nine is fair...back nine is a little tougher. Holes 9 & 18 are together & signature holes. Great views throughout the course on

9/18 holes & 12th tee box. Rated best muni course in Coachella Valley.

Restaurant is really good & have entertainment on friday/saturday nights. Starter Dave is super & bartender is great.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
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