Avondale Golf Club
About Avondale Golf Club
Avondale Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Palm Desert, California (92211). The course was designed by Jimmy Hines and established in 1969. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,782 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 72.7.
Walking is permitted.
Avondale Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 136, putting it in the upper half of courses in California for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 5,248 to 6,782 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
6,782
Slope
131
Rating
72.7
Course Difficulty Analysis
136
This Course
132
CA Average
113
US Average
Based on 660 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 131 | 72.7 | 545 | 370 | 225 | 350 | 370 | 406 | 381 | 201 | 542 | 3390 | 391 | 407 | 341 | 217 | 483 | 174 | 415 | 415 | 549 | 3392 | 6,782 |
Blue/White | 129 | 71.7 | 529 | 370 | 206 | 350 | 370 | 389 | 381 | 158 | 516 | 3269 | 391 | 396 | 341 | 199 | 483 | 174 | 399 | 384 | 549 | 3316 | 6,585 |
White | 127 | 70.9 | 529 | 349 | 206 | 330 | 356 | 389 | 363 | 158 | 516 | 3196 | 343 | 396 | 329 | 199 | 466 | 156 | 399 | 384 | 532 | 3204 | 6,400 |
White | 136 | 77.0 | 529 | 354 | 206 | 332 | 358 | 391 | 352 | 161 | 513 | 3196 | 333 | 396 | 327 | 196 | 466 | 156 | 394 | 385 | 532 | 3185 | 6,381 |
White/Green | 132 | 75.1 | 493 | 349 | 206 | 330 | 356 | 311 | 363 | 158 | 447 | 3013 | 343 | 321 | 329 | 199 | 466 | 156 | 374 | 369 | 461 | 3018 | 6,031 |
White/Green | 122 | 69.2 | 493 | 349 | 206 | 330 | 356 | 311 | 363 | 144 | 447 | 2999 | 343 | 321 | 329 | 199 | 466 | 156 | 374 | 369 | 461 | 3018 | 6,017 |
Green | 129 | 73.7 | 493 | 330 | 188 | 314 | 342 | 311 | 319 | 144 | 447 | 2888 | 303 | 321 | 312 | 176 | 432 | 145 | 374 | 369 | 461 | 2893 | 5,781 |
Green | 119 | 68.1 | 493 | 330 | 188 | 314 | 342 | 311 | 319 | 144 | 447 | 2888 | 303 | 321 | 312 | 176 | 432 | 145 | 374 | 369 | 461 | 2893 | 5,781 |
Green/Gold | 126 | 72.3 | 425 | 330 | 165 | 314 | 342 | 311 | 319 | 144 | 447 | 2797 | 303 | 321 | 312 | 140 | 432 | 125 | 330 | 320 | 461 | 2744 | 5,541 |
Green/Gold | 115 | 66.8 | 425 | 330 | 165 | 314 | 342 | 311 | 319 | 144 | 447 | 2797 | 303 | 321 | 312 | 140 | 432 | 125 | 330 | 320 | 461 | 2744 | 5,541 |
Gold | 122 | 70.5 | 425 | 330 | 165 | 314 | 268 | 311 | 319 | 144 | 401 | 2677 | 239 | 321 | 312 | 140 | 364 | 125 | 330 | 320 | 420 | 2571 | 5,248 |
Gold | 111 | 65.4 | 425 | 330 | 165 | 314 | 268 | 311 | 319 | 144 | 401 | 2677 | 239 | 321 | 312 | 140 | 364 | 125 | 330 | 320 | 420 | 2571 | 5,248 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 9 | 15 | 5 | 17 | 7 | 1 | 13 | 3 | 11 | 4 | 6 | 16 | 8 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 2 | 12 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Avondale Golf Club offers 12 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,782 | 131 | 72.7 | 0-5 |
Blue/White | 6,585 | 129 | 71.7 | 5-15 |
White | 6,400 | 127 | 70.9 | 5-15 |
White | 6,381 | 136 | 77.0 | 5-15 |
White/Green | 6,031 | 132 | 75.1 | 12-22 |
White/Green | 6,017 | 122 | 69.2 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,781 | 129 | 73.7 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,781 | 119 | 68.1 | 12-22 |
Green/Gold | 5,541 | 126 | 72.3 | 20-30 |
Green/Gold | 5,541 | 115 | 66.8 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,248 | 122 | 70.5 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,248 | 111 | 65.4 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Avondale Golf Club
Avondale Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Avondale Golf Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Avondale Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Avondale Golf Club is a public golf course located in Palm Desert, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Avondale Golf Club have?expand_more
Avondale Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1969. The course was designed by Jimmy Hines.
What is the yardage at Avondale Golf Club?expand_more
From the Blue/White tees, Avondale Golf Club plays to 6,585 yards (par 72). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 5,248 to 6,782 yards.
What is the slope rating at Avondale Golf Club?expand_more
The Blue tees at Avondale Golf Club have a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 72.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Avondale Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Avondale Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Avondale Golf Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Avondale Golf Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.avondalegolfclub.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Avondale Golf Club offer?expand_more
Avondale Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Avondale Golf Club located?expand_more
Avondale Golf Club is located at 75-800 Avondale Dr in Palm Desert, CA 92211. You can reach them at 760-345-3712.
What is the difficulty level at Avondale Golf Club?expand_more
Avondale Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 136. It plays harder than 54% 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 Avondale Golf Club?expand_more
Avondale Golf Club offers 12 tee sets. Blue tees (6,782 yards, slope 131) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Gold tees (5,248 yards, slope 111) 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 Avondale Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Avondale Golf Club should play the Gold tees, which play 5,248 yards with a slope of 111. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Avondale Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Green tees (slope 129, rating 73.7) at Avondale Golf Club would have a course handicap of 19 and an expected score of approximately 91. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Avondale Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Avondale Golf 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.