Desert Falls Country Club
Course at a glance
Desert Falls Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Palm Desert, California (92211). The course was designed by Ron Fream and opened in 1984. From the Black tees, Desert Falls Country Club plays to 7,080 yards at par 72. The course offers 11 sets of tees ranging from 5,224 to 7,080 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 74.0, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 61% 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 tifdwarf grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Desert Falls Country Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Desert Falls Country Club
Desert Falls Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Palm Desert, California (92211). The course was designed by Ron Fream and established in 1984. From the Black tees, the course plays to 7,080 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 74.0.
Walking is permitted.
Desert Falls Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 138, 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 11 tee sets ranging from 5,224 to 7,080 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
7,080
Slope
131
Rating
74.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
138
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 | 131 | 74.0 | 380 | 422 | 189 | 511 | 387 | 217 | 330 | 444 | 531 | 3411 | 462 | 532 | 146 | 418 | 232 | 558 | 408 | 455 | 458 | 3669 | 7,080 |
Blue | 127 | 72.2 | 358 | 392 | 159 | 508 | 380 | 194 | 324 | 416 | 527 | 3258 | 409 | 526 | 134 | 395 | 203 | 525 | 384 | 426 | 427 | 3429 | 6,687 |
WhiteWomen's | 138 | 76.8 | 336 | 380 | 153 | 486 | 341 | 183 | 295 | 400 | 468 | 3042 | 375 | 501 | 110 | 380 | 159 | 500 | 360 | 406 | 397 | 3188 | 6,230 |
WhiteMen's | 122 | 70.1 | 336 | 380 | 153 | 486 | 341 | 183 | 295 | 400 | 468 | 3042 | 375 | 501 | 110 | 380 | 159 | 500 | 360 | 406 | 397 | 3188 | 6,230 |
White/Gold | 119 | 69.2 | 321 | 346 | 153 | 441 | 341 | 183 | 295 | 385 | 468 | 2933 | 375 | 454 | 105 | 380 | 159 | 500 | 310 | 406 | 397 | 3086 | 6,019 |
GoldWomen's | 134 | 74.3 | 321 | 346 | 125 | 441 | 316 | 176 | 267 | 385 | 436 | 2813 | 350 | 454 | 105 | 367 | 153 | 479 | 310 | 385 | 377 | 2980 | 5,793 |
GoldMen's | 116 | 68.2 | 321 | 346 | 125 | 441 | 316 | 176 | 267 | 385 | 436 | 2813 | 350 | 454 | 105 | 367 | 153 | 479 | 310 | 385 | 377 | 2980 | 5,793 |
Silver/Gold | 128 | 72.1 | 277 | 318 | 125 | 441 | 316 | 176 | 267 | 348 | 412 | 2680 | 331 | 454 | 105 | 367 | 122 | 420 | 310 | 355 | 323 | 2787 | 5,467 |
Gold/Silver | 112 | 66.8 | 277 | 318 | 125 | 441 | 316 | 176 | 267 | 348 | 412 | 2680 | 331 | 454 | 105 | 367 | 122 | 420 | 310 | 355 | 323 | 2787 | 5,467 |
SilverWomen's | 125 | 71.5 | 277 | 318 | 101 | 417 | 294 | 117 | 233 | 348 | 412 | 2517 | 331 | 424 | 101 | 343 | 122 | 420 | 288 | 355 | 323 | 2707 | 5,224 |
SilverMen's | 109 | 65.7 | 277 | 318 | 101 | 417 | 294 | 117 | 233 | 348 | 412 | 2517 | 331 | 424 | 101 | 343 | 122 | 420 | 288 | 355 | 323 | 2707 | 5,224 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 1 | 5 | 13 | 15 | 9 | 11 | 17 | 3 | 7 | 8 | 18 | 16 | 10 | 14 | 12 | 4 | 6 | 2 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Desert Falls Country 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 7,080 | 131 | 74.0 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,687 | 127 | 72.2 | 5-15 |
White | 6,230 | 138 | 76.8 | 5-15 |
White | 6,230 | 122 | 70.1 | 5-15 |
White/Gold | 6,019 | 119 | 69.2 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,793 | 134 | 74.3 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,793 | 116 | 68.2 | 12-22 |
Silver/Gold | 5,467 | 128 | 72.1 | 20-30 |
Gold/Silver | 5,467 | 112 | 66.8 | 20-30 |
Silver | 5,224 | 125 | 71.5 | 20-30 |
Silver | 5,224 | 109 | 65.7 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Desert Falls Country Club
Desert Falls 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 Falls Country Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Desert Falls Country Club a public or private golf course?
Desert Falls Country 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 Desert Falls Country Club have?
Desert Falls Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1984. The course was designed by Ron Fream.
What is the yardage at Desert Falls Country Club?
From the White tees, Desert Falls Country Club plays to 6,230 yards (par 72). The course offers 11 tee sets ranging from 5,224 to 7,080 yards.
What is the slope rating at Desert Falls Country Club?
The Black tees at Desert Falls Country Club have a slope rating of 131 and a course rating of 74.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Desert Falls Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Desert Falls Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Desert Falls Country Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.desertfallscountryclub.com/ or call 760-340-4653 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Desert Falls Country Club offer?
Desert Falls Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Desert Falls Country Club located?
Desert Falls Country Club is located at 1111 Desert Falls Pkwy in Palm Desert, CA 92211. You can reach them at 760-340-4653.
What is the difficulty level at Desert Falls Country Club?
Desert Falls Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 138. It plays harder than 61% 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 Falls Country Club?
Desert Falls Country Club offers 11 tee sets. Black tees (7,080 yards, slope 131) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Silver tees (5,224 yards, slope 109) 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 Desert Falls Country Club?
Beginners at Desert Falls Country Club should play the Silver tees, which play 5,224 yards with a slope of 109. 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 Falls Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Gold tees (slope 134, rating 74.3) at Desert Falls Country Club has a course handicap of 20, 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 Falls Country Club?
A typical round at Desert Falls 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.