Desert Dunes Golf Course
About
Desert Dunes Golf Course has a unique layout that combines a traditional links design with true desert-style golf. The course winds through natural sand dunes that are accented with mature trees and an abundance of native vegetation. It offers one of the most challenging rounds in the valley with narrow fairways, dramatic elevation changes, and fast, sloped greens. Collection areas and strategically placed bunkers border the greens. The most interesting of these bunkers can be found on the ninth and 18th holes where it sits in the center of the signature double green. There are also water hazards that come into play on several holes. In addition to the challenging round, the golf course offers scenic views of the surrounding mountains as well as the opportunity to play amongst wildlife including rabbits, roadrunners, bobcats, and even the occasional desert kit fox.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 72 | 6876 yards | 74.2 | 136 |
| Gold | 72 | 6614 yards | 73.0 | 133 |
| White | 72 | 6205 yards | 71.1 | 128 |
| White (W) | 72 | 6205 yards | 77.0 | 139 |
| Silver | 72 | 5359 yards | 66.9 | 115 |
| Silver (W) | 72 | 5359 yards | 72.2 | 129 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 73.8/142 | 544 | 417 | 334 | 406 | 176 | 375 | 398 | 181 | 546 | 3377 | 386 | 357 | 382 | 586 | 192 | 431 | 530 | 192 | 443 | 3499 | 6876 |
| Gold M: 72.7/134 | 517 | 386 | 328 | 394 | 167 | 349 | 390 | 171 | 536 | 3238 | 376 | 346 | 365 | 576 | 184 | 411 | 517 | 187 | 414 | 3376 | 6614 |
| White M: 70.2/124 W: 75.9/126 | 503 | 366 | 305 | 367 | 141 | 338 | 363 | 162 | 518 | 3063 | 349 | 321 | 333 | 530 | 164 | 397 | 484 | 166 | 398 | 3142 | 6205 |
| Silver M: 67.2/119 W: 70.7/116 | 459 | 287 | 254 | 322 | 119 | 315 | 308 | 104 | 466 | 2634 | 297 | 279 | 296 | 492 | 126 | 318 | 443 | 131 | 343 | 2725 | 5359 |
| Handicap | 7 | 1 | 13 | 9 | 17 | 11 | 3 | 15 | 5 | 8 | 14 | 12 | 6 | 18 | 4 | 10 | 16 | 2 | |||
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap (W) | 3 | 9 | 13 | 7 | 17 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 10 | 14 | 12 | 4 | 18 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 2 |
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Reviewer Photos
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Our happy place Photo submitted by sEKQWhw5dMATbcRBvQFb on 06/29/2024
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Starting the day right Photo submitted by sEKQWhw5dMATbcRBvQFb on 06/29/2024
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Photo submitted by u000006515419 on 03/03/2024
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Photo submitted by u000006515419 on 03/03/2024
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Photo submitted by ahersh9 on 12/30/2023
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Photo submitted by Teetime23 on 12/14/2023
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Photo submitted by Teetime23 on 12/14/2023
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Birdie Photo submitted by u000007825061 on 11/19/2023
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Over the lake 225 to pin Photo submitted by u000007825061 on 11/19/2023
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Linx or bobcat Photo submitted by u000007825061 on 11/19/2023
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Birdie Photo submitted by u000007825061 on 11/19/2023
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Birdie Photo submitted by u000007825061 on 11/19/2023
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Birdie Photo submitted by u000007825061 on 11/19/2023
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Photo submitted by John3976091 on 11/09/2023
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Photo submitted by aldana90805 on 11/03/2023
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Plush fairways Photo submitted by scishii100 on 10/31/2023
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Photo submitted by scishii100 on 10/31/2023
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Photo submitted by rscgolfr on 08/30/2023
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Typical fairway Photo submitted by 3quacks on 08/01/2023
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Photo submitted by sqdg83 on 07/29/2023
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Photo submitted by u576166291 on 03/27/2023
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Photo submitted by Edbert9001357 on 03/17/2023
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Dust storm blowing thru the valley Photo submitted by PeteSingle on 03/12/2023
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Pathetic range balls Photo submitted by PeteSingle on 03/12/2023
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Photo submitted by u314159684602 on 01/31/2023
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Photo submitted by roddmccormick on 01/14/2023
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Photo submitted by CliffTrombley on 12/02/2022
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Photo submitted by CliffTrombley on 12/02/2022
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Photo submitted by CliffTrombley on 12/02/2022
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Photo submitted by CliffTrombley on 12/02/2022
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Photo submitted by CliffTrombley on 12/02/2022
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Photo submitted by bearav on 11/18/2022
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Photo submitted by bearav on 11/13/2022
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Photo submitted by Cleopatra1 on 11/11/2022
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Photo submitted by bearav on 11/11/2022
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Photo submitted by u367518216 on 11/02/2022
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Photo submitted by u367518216 on 10/26/2022
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Photo submitted by u314161559625 on 09/05/2022
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All By My Lonesome Photo submitted by jtinker1964 on 05/25/2022
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Photo submitted by jtinker1964 on 05/25/2022
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Photo submitted by jtinker1964 on 05/25/2022
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Photo submitted by jtinker1964 on 05/25/2022
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Photo submitted by u000003560434 on 03/30/2022
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1st tee box at 7am Photo submitted by u000003560434 on 03/30/2022
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The greens Photo submitted by Evian7785259 on 03/01/2022
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The weeds around the green Photo submitted by Evian7785259 on 03/01/2022
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The greens Photo submitted by Evian7785259 on 03/01/2022
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Photo submitted by u898212177 on 02/14/2022
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Photo submitted by Gorpi on 12/14/2021
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Photo submitted by Bsager1953gmailcom on 12/10/2021
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Photo submitted by u314161894535 on 08/01/2021
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Photo submitted by u010692283 on 11/18/2020
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Photo submitted by u010692283 on 11/18/2020
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Photo submitted by uYGIR9367YG on 10/25/2020
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Photo submitted by astro303 on 12/09/2019
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Photo submitted by astro303 on 12/09/2019
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Photo submitted by astro303 on 12/09/2019
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Photo submitted by astro303 on 12/09/2019
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Photo submitted by astro303 on 12/09/2019
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9 & 18 Photo submitted by Terry6877579 on 11/29/2018
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Photo submitted by djlake on 07/18/2018
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Made a new friend on the course. Photo submitted by golferkevint on 05/16/2018
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Photo submitted by antofd on 04/19/2018
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View from range Photo submitted by martinneilb on 01/11/2018
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Desert Dunes GC, Hole 5, Par 3, 176 yds Photo submitted by DYakimec on 02/25/2016
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Desert Dunes GC, Hole 8, Par 3, 181 yds Photo submitted by DYakimec on 02/25/2016
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Desert Dunes GC, Hole 9, Par 5, 546 yds Photo submitted by DYakimec on 02/25/2016
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Desert Dunes GC, Hole 10, Par 4, 386 yds Photo submitted by DYakimec on 02/25/2016
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Panorama - Desert Dunes GC, Hole 16, Par 5, 530 yds Photo submitted by DYakimec on 02/25/2016
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Wind farm by the course Photo submitted by raylafer on 08/19/2015
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Photo submitted by johdys441 on 07/07/2015
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Photo submitted by johdys441 on 07/06/2015
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Photo submitted by johdys441 on 07/06/2015
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Photo submitted by johdys441 on 07/06/2015
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Photo submitted by ttboywi on 04/18/2015
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Photo submitted by Maria9041571 on 02/03/2015
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fairway Photo submitted by Gay3077338 on 06/15/2013
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signature hole Photo submitted by Gay3077338 on 06/15/2013
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1st tee Photo submitted by Gay3077338 on 06/15/2013
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close up signature hole Photo submitted by Gay3077338 on 06/15/2013
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What a great day!! Photo submitted by donnyboy19 on 04/10/2013
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Typical view you will enjoy from every hole. Photo submitted by wood207 on 01/23/2013
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Photo submitted by dblhelix on 12/27/2012
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Photo submitted by greykellogg on 12/22/2012
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Photo submitted by Dalcoman1982 on 11/18/2012
Desert Dunes
Nice layout needs some work on greens and traps. Love this place and wish it got more play so improvements could be made.
Great this time of year
Much better condition compared when we played it in summer. Love this course
I love this course
Although RT Jones is a bit of a sadist, you have to admire his designs. Lots more interesting topography than other courses in the valley and the wind makes it really nuts.
Played many a round on what i consider to be one of the best layouts in the desert, unfortunately for me the course was not in great condition, however I got the hot deal so for $22.00 was still great value for money,
Hope this place gets befter
Played 18 today on a perfect day. Front 9 on this course is a dog track. Back 9 much better. Pro shop sold us a membership for discounted rounds. Good value for the price but this is nothing close to the other course in Palm Springs area. Greens were slow and bumpy with lots of dead spots.
So So
Golf course is rough in areas, layout is somewhat tough given the wind conditions most bunkers had to many big stones and were unplayable.
Green were good speed some very rough.
I will only play again when finding a deal on your site. Definitely not worth the $ 50 and up range.
Best Palm Springs area bargain
Booked round on a discount golf website at an unbelievable January bargain rate for the entire Palm Springs area. Every staff member was friendly, helpful and courteous. The course was well kept. Many holes had 20+ mile scenic views across the valley and high mountain peaks. Many area courses costing $150+ are surrounded my homes which can hamper your long drives. Not a concern at Desert Dunes. No homes blocking your views or ball rack.
Nice course friendly staff
Played here couple times..both times had a great time. Staff is friendly and if not too windy course is alot of fun.
Love this course
Love this course. The layout is so open. The staff here is so friendly. Alex & Javier are great. I left my rangefinder on the golf cart one day and the manager and staff went out of their way to find my phone number to contact me. GREAT customer service.
Challenging course
Don't freak out when you drive in. They stopped maintaining the entrance and in front of the clubhouse. The course is a very challenging track. The fairways are in pretty good shape. A couple of the tee boxes were not in the best condition. We have played here about 6 times since August and 3 times this winter. Today was the first time the greens were pretty rough. Not sure what happened over the past month since we played here last. I hope they get them in better shape soon. Overall though, I don't think you'll find a better course in the Coachella Valley at or near the price they charge.
Course with plenty of challenges
The course is in great shape, except for some of the greens. They were splotchy and bumpy. Pace of play was great and staff very friendly. Worth playing if you're in the area.
TLC required
The only reason we went to play D D was we got it for 18.00 at a great time. I played here 6 years ago and it was close to a dump than, it's now a dump! Very sparse grass in the fairways some of the greens were bare dirt. The only good thing I can say is everyone we incountered who worked at the course and was very nice and friendly. Spend the $$$$ and go somewhere else!!