The Madison Club
Course at a glance
The Madison Club is an 18-hole golf course in La Quinta, California. From the Madison tees, The Madison Club plays to 7,426 yards at par 72. The course offers 11 sets of tees ranging from 5,233 to 7,426 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 75.6, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 96% of rated golf courses in California. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. Tee times at The Madison Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About The Madison Club
The Madison Club is a 18-hole golf course located in La Quinta, California.. From the Madison tees, the course plays to 7,426 yards with a par of 72. The Madison tees carry a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 75.6.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 148, The Madison Club is one of the more challenging courses in California, playing harder than 96% of rated courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 11 tee sets ranging from 5,233 to 7,426 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
7,426
Slope
143
Rating
75.6
Course Difficulty Analysis
148
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Madison | 143 | 75.6 | 422 | 199 | 356 | 504 | 605 | 454 | 207 | 570 | 340 | 3657 | 464 | 161 | 414 | 428 | 645 | 493 | 365 | 235 | 564 | 3769 | 7,426 |
I | 139 | 74.1 | 416 | 185 | 349 | 456 | 605 | 454 | 190 | 570 | 340 | 3565 | 425 | 161 | 414 | 428 | 612 | 455 | 354 | 175 | 534 | 3558 | 7,123 |
I IWomen's | 148 | 80.4 | 368 | 174 | 315 | 424 | 578 | 427 | 170 | 541 | 320 | 3317 | 415 | 146 | 387 | 391 | 553 | 431 | 345 | 175 | 524 | 3367 | 6,684 |
I IMen's | 133 | 72.2 | 368 | 174 | 315 | 424 | 578 | 427 | 170 | 541 | 320 | 3317 | 415 | 146 | 387 | 391 | 553 | 431 | 345 | 175 | 524 | 3367 | 6,684 |
I I / I I I Combo | 128 | 70.4 | 368 | 161 | 315 | 383 | 502 | 388 | 170 | 509 | 320 | 3116 | 386 | 146 | 346 | 345 | 553 | 390 | 345 | 156 | 475 | 3142 | 6,258 |
I I IWomen's | 140 | 76.5 | 344 | 161 | 274 | 383 | 502 | 388 | 142 | 509 | 296 | 2999 | 386 | 137 | 346 | 345 | 506 | 390 | 308 | 156 | 475 | 3049 | 6,048 |
I I IMen's | 126 | 69.4 | 344 | 161 | 274 | 383 | 502 | 388 | 142 | 509 | 296 | 2999 | 386 | 137 | 346 | 345 | 506 | 390 | 308 | 156 | 475 | 3049 | 6,048 |
Combo Tees | 137 | 75.1 | 344 | 141 | 274 | 322 | 502 | 359 | 142 | 436 | 296 | 2816 | 299 | 137 | 308 | 345 | 450 | 390 | 242 | 156 | 453 | 2780 | 5,596 |
I VWomen's | 132 | 72.6 | 303 | 141 | 245 | 322 | 453 | 359 | 126 | 436 | 242 | 2627 | 299 | 110 | 308 | 300 | 450 | 332 | 242 | 112 | 453 | 2606 | 5,233 |
Tournament | 129 | 71.1 | 303 | 141 | 245 | 322 | 453 | 359 | 126 | 436 | 242 | 2627 | 299 | 110 | 308 | 300 | 450 | 332 | 242 | 112 | 453 | 2606 | 5,233 |
I VMen's | 115 | 65.6 | 303 | 141 | 245 | 322 | 453 | 359 | 126 | 436 | 242 | 2627 | 299 | 110 | 308 | 300 | 450 | 332 | 242 | 112 | 453 | 2606 | 5,233 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 9 | 11 | 13 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 15 | 7 | 17 | 4 | 18 | 16 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 10 | 14 | 12 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
The Madison Club offers 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Madison | 7,426 | 143 | 75.6 | 0-5 |
I | 7,123 | 139 | 74.1 | 0-5 |
I I | 6,684 | 148 | 80.4 | 5-15 |
I I | 6,684 | 133 | 72.2 | 5-15 |
I I / I I I Combo | 6,258 | 128 | 70.4 | 5-15 |
I I I | 6,048 | 140 | 76.5 | 12-22 |
I I I | 6,048 | 126 | 69.4 | 12-22 |
Combo Tees | 5,596 | 137 | 75.1 | 20-30 |
I V | 5,233 | 132 | 72.6 | 20-30 |
Tournament | 5,233 | 129 | 71.1 | 20-30 |
I V | 5,233 | 115 | 65.6 | 20-30 |
Amenities at The Madison Club
The Madison Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at The Madison Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Madison Club a public or private golf course?
The Madison Club is a private golf course located in La Quinta, CA. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does The Madison Club have?
The Madison Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at The Madison Club?
From the Tournament tees, The Madison Club plays to 5,233 yards (par 72). The course offers 11 tee sets ranging from 5,233 to 7,426 yards.
What is the slope rating at The Madison Club?
The Madison tees at The Madison Club have a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 75.6. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk The Madison Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at The Madison Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at The Madison Club?
Visit the official course website at https://madisonclubca.com/ or call +1-760-777-9320 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does The Madison Club offer?
The Madison Club offers a pro shop.
Where is The Madison Club located?
The Madison Club is located in La Quinta, CA. You can reach them at +1-760-777-9320.
What is the difficulty level at The Madison Club?
The Madison Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 148. It plays harder than 96% 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 The Madison Club?
The Madison Club offers 11 tee sets. Madison tees (7,426 yards, slope 143) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. I V tees (5,233 yards, slope 115) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at The Madison Club?
Beginners at The Madison Club should play the I V tees, which play 5,233 yards with a slope of 115. 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 The Madison Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the I I I tees (slope 140, rating 76.5) at The Madison Club has a course handicap of 23, 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 The Madison Club?
A typical round at The Madison Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.