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The Classic Club

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4.6
1158 Reviews (1158)
5 Stars
864
4 Stars
215
3 Stars
48
2 Stars
19
1 Stars
12
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.2
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.5
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91.6%
Recommend this course
1087 out of 1158 reviews
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4.4
43 Reviews (43)
5 Stars
27
4 Stars
11
3 Stars
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2
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.0
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.7
88.4%
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38 out of 43 reviews
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4.5
58 Reviews (58)
5 Stars
40
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2
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Conditions
4.3
Value
4.1
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.8
89.7%
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52 out of 58 reviews
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Course Highlights
The course layout consistently impresses with its challenging water-lined fairways and well-maintained greens that reward skilled play. Exceptionally friendly staff and strong overall value make this a top desert destination worth revisiting.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 7322 yards
Slope 144
Rating 75.8

On the Classic Club's scenic landscape, golfers will find a wide variety of trees including olive trees, towering pines, and California pepper, but unlike the many other golf courses in Palm Springs, there isn't a single palm tree. The Classic Club opened in 2006 to much acclaim and has since garnered a following amongst locals and visitors. Formerly a host site for the Bob Hope Classic, the challenging layout has an interesting mix of tour-worthy holes including intimidating par 3s balanced by reachable par-5s and short par-4s. Water hazards come into play on 13 holes. The back nine begins with a memorable stretch of holes. The par-4 10th is a tight driving hole with an elevated green and the 11th hole requires a shot over water. The stretch ends with the par-3 12th, which also plays over water to a well protected green.

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Tees
Tee Par Length Rating Slope
Black 72 7322 yards 75.8 144
Blue 72 6711 yards 72.9 135
White 72 6229 yards 71.0 129
White (W) 72 6218 yards 77.0 142
Gold 72 5782 yards 68.7 125
Gold (W) 72 5777 yards 74.6 138
Purple 72 5279 yards 66.2 118
Purple (W) 72 5257 yards 71.9 132
Orange 72 4219 yards 60.7 105
Orange (W) 72 4216 yards 65.7 116
Track Rounds
Scorecard
Scorecard for Palm Desert
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: 75.9/142 W: 83.0/151 408 180 443 568 419 220 477 433 595 3743 474 459 162 399 560 349 436 176 564 3579 7322
Blue M: 73.2/135 W: 79.5/144 358 173 408 525 402 208 414 413 540 3441 432 394 160 351 511 337 398 161 526 3270 6711
Blue/White M: 72.1/132 W: 78.2/141 358 173 377 525 402 193 405 357 529 3319 407 351 160 351 501 337 365 161 526 3159 6478
White M: 71.0/129 W: 76.8/138 346 160 377 477 366 193 405 357 529 3210 407 351 142 309 501 310 365 151 483 3019 6229
White/Gold M: 69.8/126 W: 75.5/135 316 160 365 477 331 183 405 357 485 3079 375 351 118 309 475 310 340 151 483 2912 5991
Gold M: 68.8/124 W: 74.4/133 316 152 365 432 331 183 375 329 485 2968 375 338 118 299 475 300 340 130 439 2814 5782
Gold/Purple M: 67.5/121 W: 72.8/130 316 126 334 432 325 136 375 329 457 2830 344 296 118 299 419 300 330 130 439 2675 5505
Purple M: 66.5/118 W: 71.6/127 305 126 334 404 325 136 351 288 457 2726 344 296 93 270 419 273 330 112 416 2553 5279
Orange M: 61.6/106 W: 65.7/114 252 44 269 347 256 66 253 240 418 2145 300 266 68 232 355 203 249 58 343 2074 4219
Handicap 15 17 7 5 9 13 3 11 1 4 6 16 12 8 14 10 18 2
Par 4 3 4 5 4 3 4 4 5 36 4 4 3 4 5 4 4 3 5 36 72
Handicap (W) 15 17 9 1 3 13 7 11 5 8 2 12 14 6 16 10 18 4

Course Details

Year Built 2006
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Arnold Palmer (2006)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS Yes
Caddies Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Visa, Master Card, American Express
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Fivesomes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Collared shirts are required. Shorts must be 'bermuda'-length. Inappropriate Attire: Tank tops, T-shirts, Denim Jeans, Cargo shorts and Cut-offs.

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Reviews

4.6
1158 Reviews (1158)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 43
19th Hole Scenic Views 33
Patio Dining 32
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 75
Bunkers 71
Forced Carries 38
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 59
A Bucket list/Top 100 Pick 39
A Weekend Splurge 30
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 57
Worth the Drive 37
Near Local Attractions 15

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YuAAzkRKW3WjsK6bWpob
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Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Scam: don’t pre-buy reservations through Golf now

I’ve played the classic club many times and find it enjoyable tourist Golf. The club does an excellent job in all areas. I was surprised with my recent play as I unintentionally pre-purchased through Golf now. When I arrived at the club, I realized I was paying the same amount, but realized I was not eligible for the free benefits of a gift towel and a free lunch in the restaurant, therefore $40 more than list price via the club. I think it’s kind of a scam that Golf now charges you so much more to book through them.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
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mbortiz8
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Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Classic Club

Awesome, challenging track. Incredible views of San Jacinto and San Gorgonio on the back. Course was well conditioned. We had some gusty winds that made for a fun, challenging round. Staff was very friendly and pace of place was 4.5 hours in a cart as a foursome. Look forward to coming back!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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u314166478585
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Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Beautiful

Zero complaints about this place. Tough but fair. Excellent condition and excellent staff. Also loved the practice area. Looking forward to coming back.

Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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William2169370
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Reviews 26
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Great course; worth the money

Beautiful desert course that was in good shape after the very high area temperatures the previous week, but played difficult on a super windy day and club selection was hard to gauge.

Tough, challenging course that was very fair to play. Greens were tough with almost no flat lies.

Great course for the money.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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pauletteandgerry
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Reviews 21
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
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I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Day!

Staff were very friendly. Course was in good shape and the pace of play was ~ 4:15. Overall, a very nice course and well worth playing.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful course but difficult

Convenient location. Excellent practice area. Lots of water and plays long, even from Senior tees. Staff friendly and helpful.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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996TBO
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Reviews 16
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
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996TBO
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Lovely Layout

Real Championship layout. Bundle up for an early morning tee time cause it's cold and windy.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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YuAAzkRKW3WjsK6bWpob
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Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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u000001679581
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
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TcPete
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course

Everything was ok

Great staff and of course great course

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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u000005608643
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Never disappoints

Course was in perfect condition. Greens rolled fast following a college tournament. Certainly one of the top courses in the valley

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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blaroche
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Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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u716716395
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Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
4.0
Previously Played

Good today

This place is it and miss. Today it was in great shape pace of play was 3:45. Played in the past when course conditions were poor.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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u716716395
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Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Previously Played

Expected more for the $

Course wa not cut bunkers were not throughly groomed. Greens had lots a ball marks. I expect more f oh r the hefty fee.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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u000006821212
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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Robert9340384
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Water, water, water

Back nine has lots of water which comes into play. Front nine has some water too. Greens were excellent and quick, and the overall course condition was very good. Was my first time getting back into golf in years... and the course layout looked great (better than my golf) which added to the funfactor.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Reviews 11
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Canuck 4

Expensive rd but step above the norm in the area would play again! Lots of water on back 9, match your game skills to right and enjoy your day

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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JeffSpere
Played On
Reviews 28
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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