Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course
Course at a glance
Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course is an 18-hole golf course in Palm Desert, California. From the Black tees, Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course plays to 6,731 yards at par 72. The course offers 16 sets of tees ranging from 4,275 to 6,731 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 127 and a course rating of 72.1, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 23% 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. Tee times at Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course
Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Palm Desert, California.. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,731 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 127 and a course rating of 72.1.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 127, Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course 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 16 tee sets ranging from 4,275 to 6,731 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
6,731
Slope
127
Rating
72.1
Course Difficulty Analysis
127
This Course
132
CA Average
113
US Average
Based on 648 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 | 127 | 72.1 | 377 | 564 | 143 | 371 | 389 | 320 | 302 | 213 | 558 | 3237 | 432 | 377 | 174 | 526 | 446 | 368 | 201 | 518 | 452 | 3494 | 6,731 |
Gold | 120 | 69.5 | 354 | 518 | 131 | 337 | 357 | 285 | 265 | 188 | 514 | 2949 | 400 | 361 | 133 | 489 | 407 | 341 | 180 | 486 | 428 | 3225 | 6,174 |
Gold/Blue Combo | 117 | 68.4 | 354 | 518 | 131 | 337 | 334 | 275 | 265 | 173 | 514 | 2901 | 364 | 331 | 133 | 489 | 396 | 341 | 120 | 488 | 377 | 3039 | 5,940 |
Modified (Gold/Blue) | 116 | 68.3 | 354 | 518 | 131 | 337 | 357 | 285 | 265 | 188 | 514 | 2949 | 364 | 331 | 115 | 465 | 396 | 321 | 120 | 476 | 377 | 2965 | 5,914 |
BlueMen's | 113 | 67.5 | 336 | 489 | 104 | 324 | 334 | 267 | 240 | 173 | 487 | 2754 | 364 | 331 | 115 | 465 | 396 | 321 | 120 | 476 | 377 | 2965 | 5,719 |
BlueWomen's | 124 | 72.4 | 336 | 489 | 105 | 319 | 333 | 256 | 241 | 173 | 487 | 2739 | 364 | 327 | 113 | 465 | 396 | 323 | 120 | 476 | 382 | 2966 | 5,705 |
Red/Blue COMBO | 122 | 71.2 | 336 | 465 | 105 | 319 | 311 | 256 | 241 | 138 | 487 | 2658 | 342 | 314 | 113 | 465 | 370 | 323 | 120 | 444 | 367 | 2858 | 5,516 |
Blue/Red Combo | 110 | 66.4 | 336 | 458 | 104 | 320 | 311 | 255 | 240 | 135 | 487 | 2646 | 342 | 312 | 115 | 465 | 372 | 321 | 120 | 445 | 365 | 2857 | 5,503 |
Red | 120 | 70.2 | 312 | 465 | 88 | 304 | 311 | 250 | 230 | 138 | 460 | 2558 | 342 | 314 | 95 | 439 | 370 | 301 | 106 | 444 | 367 | 2778 | 5,336 |
Red | 108 | 65.5 | 312 | 465 | 88 | 304 | 311 | 250 | 230 | 138 | 460 | 2558 | 342 | 314 | 95 | 439 | 370 | 301 | 106 | 444 | 367 | 2778 | 5,336 |
Red/White/Blue ComboMen's | 105 | 64.0 | 312 | 345 | 104 | 304 | 311 | 250 | 230 | 173 | 375 | 2404 | 342 | 314 | 115 | 360 | 370 | 301 | 120 | 330 | 367 | 2619 | 5,023 |
Red/White/Blue ComboWomen's | 115 | 68.3 | 316 | 345 | 105 | 297 | 311 | 242 | 230 | 173 | 375 | 2394 | 340 | 309 | 113 | 360 | 369 | 304 | 120 | 330 | 363 | 2608 | 5,002 |
Red/White ComboMen's | 101 | 62.5 | 312 | 345 | 88 | 304 | 265 | 250 | 230 | 110 | 460 | 2364 | 280 | 250 | 95 | 439 | 250 | 301 | 106 | 330 | 250 | 2301 | 4,665 |
Red/White ComboWomen's | 111 | 66.4 | 316 | 345 | 89 | 297 | 265 | 242 | 228 | 110 | 457 | 2349 | 280 | 250 | 97 | 439 | 250 | 304 | 105 | 330 | 250 | 2305 | 4,654 |
WhiteWomen's | 107 | 64.3 | 250 | 345 | 85 | 240 | 265 | 235 | 220 | 110 | 375 | 2125 | 280 | 250 | 90 | 360 | 250 | 240 | 100 | 330 | 250 | 2150 | 4,275 |
WhiteMen's | 97 | 60.7 | 250 | 345 | 85 | 240 | 265 | 235 | 220 | 110 | 375 | 2125 | 280 | 250 | 90 | 360 | 250 | 240 | 100 | 330 | 250 | 2150 | 4,275 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 6 | 8 | 18 | 14 | 4 | 16 | 12 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 17 | 11 | 7 | 15 | 13 | 9 | 3 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course offers 16 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 | 6,731 | 127 | 72.1 | 0-5 |
Gold | 6,174 | 120 | 69.5 | 12-22 |
Gold/Blue Combo | 5,940 | 117 | 68.4 | 12-22 |
Modified (Gold/Blue) | 5,914 | 116 | 68.3 | 12-22 |
Blue | 5,719 | 113 | 67.5 | 12-22 |
Blue | 5,705 | 124 | 72.4 | 12-22 |
Red/Blue COMBO | 5,516 | 122 | 71.2 | 20-30 |
Blue/Red Combo | 5,503 | 110 | 66.4 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,336 | 120 | 70.2 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,336 | 108 | 65.5 | 20-30 |
Red/White/Blue Combo | 5,023 | 105 | 64.0 | 20-30 |
Red/White/Blue Combo | 5,002 | 115 | 68.3 | 20-30 |
Red/White Combo | 4,665 | 101 | 62.5 | 25+ |
Red/White Combo | 4,654 | 111 | 66.4 | 25+ |
White | 4,275 | 107 | 64.3 | 25+ |
White | 4,275 | 97 | 60.7 | 25+ |
Amenities at Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course
Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course. 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 Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course a public or private golf course?
Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course 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 Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course have?
Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course?
From the Red/White/Blue Combo tees, Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course plays to 5,023 yards (par 72). The course offers 16 tee sets ranging from 4,275 to 6,731 yards.
What is the slope rating at Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course?
The Black tees at Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course have a slope rating of 127 and a course rating of 72.1. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course?
Yes, walking is allowed at Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course?
Visit the official course website at https://www.mountainvistagolfclub.com/ to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course offer?
Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course located?
Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course is located in Palm Desert, CA.
What is the difficulty level at Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course?
Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 127. It plays harder than 23% 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 Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course?
Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course offers 16 tee sets. Black tees (6,731 yards, slope 127) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. White tees (4,275 yards, slope 97) 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 Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course?
Beginners at Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course should play the White tees, which play 4,275 yards with a slope of 97. 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 Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Red tees (slope 120, rating 70.2) at Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course has a course handicap of 14, 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 Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course?
A typical round at Mountain Vista Golf Club - Santa Rosa Course 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.