Desert Horizons Country Club
Course at a glance
Desert Horizons Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Indian Wells, California (92210). The course was designed by Ted Robinson and opened in 1979. From the Gold tees, Desert Horizons Country Club plays to 6,609 yards at par 72. The course offers 12 sets of tees ranging from 4,521 to 6,609 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 127 and a course rating of 72.0, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 47% of rated golf courses in California. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bermuda grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 71-80 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Desert Horizons Country Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Desert Horizons Country Club
Desert Horizons Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Indian Wells, California (92210). The course was designed by Ted Robinson and established in 1979. From the Gold tees, the course plays to 6,609 yards with a par of 72. The Gold tees carry a slope rating of 127 and a course rating of 72.0.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 135, Desert Horizons Country Club is more accessible than most courses in California. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,521 to 6,609 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
California offers year-round golf. Winter months (November through March) are peak season with comfortable temperatures and strong demand. Summer rounds often benefit from lower rates and faster pace.
Par
72
Length
6,609
Slope
127
Rating
72.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
135
This Course
132
CA Average
113
US Average
Based on 641 rated courses in California
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 127 | 72.0 | 476 | 417 | 185 | 423 | 370 | 516 | 381 | 349 | 206 | 3323 | 335 | 418 | 192 | 335 | 540 | 516 | 215 | 344 | 391 | 3286 | 6,609 |
Gold/Blue | 124 | 70.9 | 476 | 377 | 185 | 391 | 370 | 516 | 361 | 349 | 175 | 3200 | 335 | 398 | 174 | 335 | 498 | 516 | 192 | 344 | 370 | 3162 | 6,362 |
BlueWomen's | 135 | 75.5 | 463 | 377 | 158 | 391 | 347 | 496 | 361 | 329 | 157 | 3079 | 317 | 398 | 174 | 319 | 498 | 496 | 192 | 320 | 370 | 3084 | 6,163 |
BlueMen's | 122 | 70.0 | 463 | 377 | 158 | 391 | 347 | 496 | 361 | 329 | 157 | 3079 | 317 | 398 | 174 | 319 | 498 | 496 | 192 | 320 | 370 | 3084 | 6,163 |
WhiteWomen's | 129 | 73.5 | 440 | 354 | 144 | 349 | 336 | 477 | 346 | 316 | 140 | 2902 | 305 | 345 | 152 | 289 | 466 | 484 | 174 | 298 | 353 | 2866 | 5,768 |
WhiteMen's | 117 | 68.1 | 440 | 354 | 144 | 349 | 336 | 477 | 346 | 316 | 140 | 2902 | 305 | 345 | 152 | 289 | 466 | 484 | 174 | 298 | 353 | 2866 | 5,768 |
GreenWomen's | 125 | 71.6 | 426 | 334 | 144 | 343 | 313 | 453 | 332 | 293 | 122 | 2760 | 294 | 337 | 133 | 289 | 440 | 439 | 156 | 298 | 312 | 2698 | 5,458 |
GreenMen's | 113 | 66.6 | 426 | 334 | 144 | 343 | 313 | 453 | 332 | 293 | 122 | 2760 | 294 | 337 | 133 | 289 | 440 | 439 | 156 | 298 | 312 | 2698 | 5,458 |
Green/SilverWomen's | 119 | 69.3 | 426 | 250 | 136 | 308 | 313 | 409 | 270 | 293 | 122 | 2527 | 294 | 308 | 103 | 289 | 375 | 439 | 156 | 298 | 279 | 2541 | 5,068 |
Green/SilverMen's | 108 | 64.7 | 426 | 250 | 136 | 308 | 313 | 409 | 270 | 293 | 122 | 2527 | 294 | 308 | 103 | 289 | 375 | 439 | 156 | 298 | 279 | 2541 | 5,068 |
SilverWomen's | 111 | 66.3 | 380 | 250 | 136 | 308 | 249 | 409 | 270 | 227 | 80 | 2309 | 220 | 308 | 103 | 245 | 375 | 331 | 115 | 236 | 279 | 2212 | 4,521 |
SilverMen's | 101 | 62.1 | 380 | 250 | 136 | 308 | 249 | 409 | 270 | 227 | 80 | 2309 | 220 | 308 | 103 | 245 | 375 | 331 | 115 | 236 | 279 | 2212 | 4,521 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 17 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 5 | 15 | 7 | 11 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 16 | 4 | 14 | 12 | 8 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Desert Horizons Country Club offers 12 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 6,609 | 127 | 72.0 | 5-15 |
Gold/Blue | 6,362 | 124 | 70.9 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,163 | 135 | 75.5 | 12-22 |
Blue | 6,163 | 122 | 70.0 | 12-22 |
White | 5,768 | 129 | 73.5 | 12-22 |
White | 5,768 | 117 | 68.1 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,458 | 125 | 71.6 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,458 | 113 | 66.6 | 20-30 |
Green/Silver | 5,068 | 119 | 69.3 | 20-30 |
Green/Silver | 5,068 | 108 | 64.7 | 20-30 |
Silver | 4,521 | 111 | 66.3 | 25+ |
Silver | 4,521 | 101 | 62.1 | 25+ |
Amenities at Desert Horizons Country Club
Desert Horizons Country Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Desert Horizons Country Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Desert Horizons Country Club a public or private golf course?
Desert Horizons Country Club is a public golf course located in Indian Wells, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Desert Horizons Country Club have?
Desert Horizons Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1979. The course was designed by Ted Robinson.
What is the yardage at Desert Horizons Country Club?
From the White tees, Desert Horizons Country Club plays to 5,768 yards (par 72). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,521 to 6,609 yards.
What is the slope rating at Desert Horizons Country Club?
The Gold tees at Desert Horizons Country Club have a slope rating of 127 and a course rating of 72.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Desert Horizons Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Desert Horizons Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Desert Horizons Country Club?
Contact the course directly or call 760-340-4646 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Desert Horizons Country Club offer?
Desert Horizons Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Desert Horizons Country Club located?
Desert Horizons Country Club is located at 44900 Desert Horizons Dr in Indian Wells, CA 92210. You can reach them at 760-340-4646.
What is the difficulty level at Desert Horizons Country Club?
Desert Horizons Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 135. It plays harder than 47% of golf courses in California. The average slope rating in California is 132. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Desert Horizons Country Club?
Desert Horizons Country Club offers 12 tee sets. Gold tees (6,609 yards, slope 127) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Silver tees (4,521 yards, slope 101) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Desert Horizons Country Club?
Beginners at Desert Horizons Country Club should play the Silver tees, which play 4,521 yards with a slope of 101. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Desert Horizons Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Green tees (slope 125, rating 71.6) at Desert Horizons Country Club has a course handicap of 16, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at Desert Horizons Country Club?
A typical round at Desert Horizons Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.