The Palms Golf Club
Course at a glance
The Palms Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in La Quinta, California (92247). The course was designed by Brian Curley and opened in 1999. From the Black tees, The Palms Golf Club plays to 7,047 yards at par 70. The course offers 18 sets of tees ranging from 5,271 to 7,047 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 140 and a course rating of 74.6, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 88% of rated golf courses in California. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and winter rye fairways. Hazards include 51-60 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at The Palms Golf Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About The Palms Golf Club
The Palms Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in La Quinta, California (92247). The course was designed by Brian Curley and established in 1999. From the Black tees, the course plays to 7,047 yards with a par of 70. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 140 and a course rating of 74.6.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 144, The Palms Golf Club is one of the more challenging courses in California, playing harder than 88% 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 18 tee sets ranging from 5,271 to 7,047 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
70
Length
7,047
Slope
140
Rating
74.6
Course Difficulty Analysis
144
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 140 | 74.6 | 429 | 180 | 399 | 380 | 218 | 515 | 407 | 202 | 446 | 3176 | 475 | 478 | 455 | 402 | 632 | 168 | 235 | 480 | 546 | 3871 | 7,047 |
Black/Blue | 137 | 73.3 | 429 | 180 | 399 | 380 | 218 | 515 | 407 | 202 | 446 | 3176 | 389 | 454 | 427 | 386 | 608 | 145 | 213 | 450 | 520 | 3592 | 6,768 |
BlueWomen's | 144 | 78.9 | 404 | 159 | 376 | 364 | 201 | 515 | 380 | 193 | 415 | 3007 | 389 | 454 | 427 | 386 | 608 | 145 | 213 | 450 | 520 | 3592 | 6,599 |
BlueMen's | 134 | 72.5 | 404 | 159 | 376 | 364 | 201 | 515 | 380 | 193 | 415 | 3007 | 389 | 454 | 427 | 386 | 608 | 145 | 213 | 450 | 520 | 3592 | 6,599 |
Blue/WhiteWomen's | 141 | 77.8 | 404 | 159 | 376 | 364 | 201 | 515 | 380 | 193 | 415 | 3007 | 369 | 423 | 393 | 374 | 577 | 130 | 180 | 440 | 510 | 3396 | 6,403 |
Blue/WhiteMen's | 131 | 71.5 | 404 | 159 | 376 | 364 | 201 | 515 | 380 | 193 | 415 | 3007 | 369 | 423 | 393 | 374 | 577 | 130 | 180 | 440 | 510 | 3396 | 6,403 |
MooseWomen's | 139 | 76.8 | 373 | 139 | 358 | 302 | 180 | 493 | 354 | 168 | 372 | 2739 | 369 | 478 | 393 | 374 | 577 | 130 | 180 | 480 | 510 | 3491 | 6,230 |
MooseMen's | 129 | 70.7 | 373 | 139 | 358 | 302 | 180 | 493 | 354 | 168 | 372 | 2739 | 369 | 478 | 393 | 374 | 577 | 130 | 180 | 480 | 510 | 3491 | 6,230 |
WhiteWomen's | 138 | 76.3 | 373 | 139 | 358 | 302 | 180 | 493 | 354 | 168 | 372 | 2739 | 369 | 423 | 393 | 374 | 577 | 130 | 180 | 440 | 510 | 3396 | 6,135 |
WhiteMen's | 128 | 70.2 | 373 | 139 | 358 | 302 | 180 | 493 | 354 | 168 | 372 | 2739 | 369 | 423 | 393 | 374 | 577 | 130 | 180 | 440 | 510 | 3396 | 6,135 |
White/GoldWomen's | 135 | 74.8 | 373 | 139 | 358 | 302 | 180 | 493 | 354 | 168 | 372 | 2739 | 322 | 395 | 360 | 362 | 519 | 111 | 156 | 430 | 461 | 3116 | 5,855 |
White/GoldMen's | 125 | 69.1 | 373 | 139 | 358 | 302 | 180 | 493 | 354 | 168 | 372 | 2739 | 322 | 395 | 360 | 362 | 519 | 111 | 156 | 430 | 461 | 3116 | 5,855 |
GoldWomen's | 130 | 72.8 | 351 | 117 | 312 | 247 | 127 | 438 | 310 | 133 | 341 | 2376 | 322 | 395 | 360 | 362 | 519 | 111 | 156 | 430 | 461 | 3116 | 5,492 |
GoldMen's | 120 | 67.4 | 351 | 117 | 312 | 247 | 127 | 438 | 310 | 133 | 341 | 2376 | 322 | 395 | 360 | 362 | 519 | 111 | 156 | 430 | 461 | 3116 | 5,492 |
Gold/RedWomen's | 128 | 72.0 | 351 | 117 | 312 | 247 | 127 | 438 | 310 | 133 | 341 | 2376 | 312 | 395 | 354 | 303 | 519 | 104 | 146 | 384 | 453 | 2970 | 5,346 |
Gold/RedMen's | 117 | 66.8 | 351 | 117 | 312 | 247 | 127 | 438 | 310 | 133 | 341 | 2376 | 312 | 395 | 354 | 303 | 519 | 104 | 146 | 384 | 453 | 2970 | 5,346 |
Red | 127 | 71.5 | 337 | 84 | 307 | 239 | 127 | 438 | 304 | 124 | 341 | 2301 | 312 | 395 | 354 | 303 | 519 | 104 | 146 | 384 | 453 | 2970 | 5,271 |
Red | 116 | 66.5 | 337 | 84 | 307 | 239 | 127 | 438 | 304 | 124 | 341 | 2301 | 312 | 395 | 354 | 303 | 519 | 104 | 146 | 384 | 453 | 2970 | 5,271 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 15 | 11 | 7 | 9 | 17 | 3 | 13 | 1 | 14 | 4 | 8 | 12 | 6 | 18 | 10 | 2 | 16 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
The Palms Golf Club offers 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 7,047 | 140 | 74.6 | 0-5 |
Black/Blue | 6,768 | 137 | 73.3 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,599 | 144 | 78.9 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,599 | 134 | 72.5 | 5-15 |
Blue/White | 6,403 | 141 | 77.8 | 5-15 |
Blue/White | 6,403 | 131 | 71.5 | 5-15 |
Moose | 6,230 | 139 | 76.8 | 5-15 |
Moose | 6,230 | 129 | 70.7 | 5-15 |
White | 6,135 | 138 | 76.3 | 12-22 |
White | 6,135 | 128 | 70.2 | 12-22 |
White/Gold | 5,855 | 135 | 74.8 | 12-22 |
White/Gold | 5,855 | 125 | 69.1 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,492 | 130 | 72.8 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,492 | 120 | 67.4 | 20-30 |
Gold/Red | 5,346 | 128 | 72.0 | 20-30 |
Gold/Red | 5,346 | 117 | 66.8 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,271 | 127 | 71.5 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,271 | 116 | 66.5 | 20-30 |
Amenities at The Palms Golf Club
The Palms Golf Club features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at The Palms Golf 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 Palms Golf Club a public or private golf course?
The Palms Golf 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 Palms Golf Club have?
The Palms Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1999. The course was designed by Brian Curley.
What is the yardage at The Palms Golf Club?
From the Blue/White tees, The Palms Golf Club plays to 6,403 yards (par 72). The course offers 18 tee sets ranging from 5,271 to 7,047 yards.
What is the slope rating at The Palms Golf Club?
The Black tees at The Palms Golf Club have a slope rating of 140 and a course rating of 74.6. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk The Palms Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at The Palms Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at The Palms Golf Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.thepalmsgc.org/ or call +1-760-771-2606 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does The Palms Golf Club offer?
The Palms Golf Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is The Palms Golf Club located?
The Palms Golf Club is located at 81771 Airport Blvd in La Quinta, CA 92247. You can reach them at +1-760-771-2606.
What is the difficulty level at The Palms Golf Club?
The Palms Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 144. It plays harder than 88% 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 Palms Golf Club?
The Palms Golf Club offers 18 tee sets. Black tees (7,047 yards, slope 140) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (5,271 yards, slope 116) 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 Palms Golf Club?
Beginners at The Palms Golf Club should play the Red tees, which play 5,271 yards with a slope of 116. 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 Palms Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the White tees (slope 128, rating 70.2) at The Palms Golf Club has a course handicap of 17, 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 Palms Golf Club?
A typical round at The Palms Golf 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.