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4.7
1112 Reviews (1112)
5 Stars
836
4 Stars
203
3 Stars
45
2 Stars
17
1 Stars
11
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.3
Layout
4.8
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.6
94.9%
Recommend this course
1047 out of 1112 reviews
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4.6
32 Reviews (32)
5 Stars
26
4 Stars
2
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.5
Layout
4.9
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.7
StaffFriendliness
4.9
87.5%
Recommend this course
28 out of 32 reviews
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4.7
117 Reviews (117)
5 Stars
92
4 Stars
18
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.3
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.6
StaffFriendliness
4.9
94.9%
Recommend this course
111 out of 117 reviews
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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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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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4.7
1112 Reviews (1112)

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Reviews 21
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Excellent Value

What truly stood out at Classic Club was the service. Every interaction with their team was excellent and they didn’t miss a step from arrival to departure. Golf course was in great shape with plenty of tee boxes to choose from. Don’t pass this one up!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Cool Course, but the handling in the pro shop could be better

Plus: The course-layout is cool, most of the staff are very friendly

Minus: An old man in the Pro-Shop was not friendly, as he saw that we booked via GolfNow - we were treated as second class people (on the other hand the second younger guy in the shop was very nice)

Some of the fairways were really burned out.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Wind and Slow Play

This course played more like a backed up public course. If this is the TROON experience, I’ll pass.

Even so, the outside helpers and the cart servers were very good.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 355
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Arizona Advisor
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Top 25 Contributor
First Time Playing

Had been suggested that I play here many years ago

Finally bit the bullet and it is everything I was told.

Staff was great, cart guys, pro shop, starter and club cleaners. Beverage cart was around several times. Sand, water and ice stations were available. Bathrooms were clean. Can’t think of a single complaint about the course. Range and balls were available as was a short game practice area. Was given a $25 gift certificate good at the restaurant or beverage cart. There was a foursome ahead of us that had significant drinks and were slowing down but the Marshall interceded and they moved along. Played with a delightful couple from Vancouver BC. Yes it’s expensive but worth it. Troon managed.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

So Slow it was no fun!

I was optimistic to play this course. The staff was friendly and helpful. The course was in pretty good condition.

The pace of play was terrible. We ended up waiting for almost every shot. I was told it was because there were so many large groups. A course of this caliber, "Troon" should better manage the pace of play, and know your tee times.

There are too many other courses to play with much better experiences worth repeating.

Conditions Good
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

4/24/24

This course is beautiful!! Water comes into play on 13 of the 18 holes making it very challenging. The outside staff were Superb!! Very helpful and funny and courteous. The pro shop staff were short and dismissive. The restaurant staff the same as the pro shop. However, given the value for the beautiful course we would definitely return.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Fair
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Must Visit!

Wow! Facilities are amazing. The golf course is as good as any in the valley. This is a must play, appreciated the free golf towel and $25 food/beverage certificate. Will be back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great day

From the time you arrive to the time you leave staff when helpful and courteous had a fantastic day

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

First time

Live in Sun City down the road and

wanted the experience of Classic Club.

So happy I did. Great course but tough for first timer.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

A Private Club Feel.

Clearly, one of the better public courses around. The greens were true and running fast! Overall, the course was in great shape. The Staff, from the Bag drop, to the Stater, to the Course Marshal, to the drink cart were friendly and welcoming. Really enjoyed the course. Very challenging and required a fair amount of thought.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Must Play

Although the course is a little pricey compared to other course in the Palm Springs area it is certainly worth playing. First class amenities, course was in great condition.

One of the most picturesque courses in the area with spectacular views.

This course is a must play if you don't mind paying the higher cost.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 22
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Always a favorite

I always love to play this course. It's in great shape and the staff are very friendly. On this occasions we were behind a couple of slow groups, but the player assistants helped things along.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Love this course

The layout is really nice, with fairways the that are fairly generous. Definitely a second shot course, the greens where perfect.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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