The Lakes Country Club
Course at a glance
The Lakes Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Palm Desert, California. From the Black tees, The Lakes Country Club plays to 6,693 yards at par 72. The course offers 14 sets of tees ranging from 3,877 to 6,693 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 129 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 79% of rated golf courses in California. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. Tee times at The Lakes Country Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About The Lakes Country Club
The Lakes Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Palm Desert, California.. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,693 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 129 and a course rating of 72.1.
Walking is permitted.
The Lakes Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 142, 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 14 tee sets ranging from 3,877 to 6,693 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
6,693
Slope
129
Rating
72.1
Course Difficulty Analysis
142
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 | 129 | 72.1 | 400 | 540 | 390 | 207 | 435 | 531 | 165 | 425 | 356 | 3449 | 522 | 376 | 370 | 159 | 350 | 365 | 504 | 438 | 160 | 3244 | 6,693 |
Black/Gold | 126 | 71.1 | 400 | 518 | 360 | 189 | 401 | 531 | 165 | 400 | 356 | 3320 | 502 | 376 | 347 | 136 | 350 | 365 | 504 | 404 | 160 | 3144 | 6,464 |
GoldWomen's | 142 | 76.5 | 379 | 518 | 360 | 189 | 401 | 507 | 152 | 400 | 331 | 3237 | 502 | 359 | 347 | 136 | 324 | 341 | 486 | 404 | 141 | 3040 | 6,277 |
GoldMen's | 124 | 70.1 | 379 | 518 | 360 | 189 | 401 | 507 | 152 | 400 | 331 | 3237 | 502 | 359 | 347 | 136 | 324 | 341 | 486 | 404 | 141 | 3040 | 6,277 |
GreenWomen's | 138 | 74.1 | 360 | 496 | 335 | 169 | 362 | 479 | 132 | 348 | 331 | 3012 | 444 | 324 | 330 | 120 | 324 | 341 | 466 | 332 | 133 | 2814 | 5,826 |
GreenMen's | 119 | 68.0 | 360 | 496 | 335 | 169 | 362 | 479 | 132 | 348 | 331 | 3012 | 444 | 324 | 330 | 120 | 324 | 341 | 466 | 332 | 133 | 2814 | 5,826 |
SilverWomen's | 135 | 73.4 | 360 | 496 | 335 | 169 | 362 | 479 | 128 | 348 | 310 | 2987 | 444 | 324 | 300 | 113 | 286 | 319 | 466 | 332 | 128 | 2712 | 5,699 |
SilverMen's | 117 | 67.4 | 360 | 496 | 335 | 169 | 362 | 479 | 128 | 348 | 310 | 2987 | 444 | 324 | 300 | 113 | 286 | 319 | 466 | 332 | 128 | 2712 | 5,699 |
Red (Silver/Bronze) | 130 | 71.0 | 341 | 440 | 335 | 149 | 301 | 439 | 128 | 320 | 310 | 2763 | 411 | 295 | 235 | 113 | 286 | 292 | 466 | 295 | 128 | 2521 | 5,284 |
Red (Silver/Bronze) | 112 | 65.7 | 341 | 440 | 335 | 149 | 301 | 439 | 128 | 320 | 310 | 2763 | 411 | 295 | 235 | 113 | 286 | 292 | 466 | 295 | 128 | 2521 | 5,284 |
BronzeWomen's | 126 | 69.7 | 341 | 440 | 291 | 149 | 301 | 439 | 97 | 320 | 284 | 2662 | 411 | 295 | 235 | 68 | 232 | 292 | 451 | 295 | 108 | 2387 | 5,049 |
BronzeMen's | 109 | 64.4 | 341 | 440 | 291 | 149 | 301 | 439 | 97 | 320 | 284 | 2662 | 411 | 295 | 235 | 68 | 232 | 292 | 451 | 295 | 108 | 2387 | 5,049 |
Tee It Forward | 111 | 63.1 | 244 | 306 | 216 | 122 | 240 | 302 | 99 | 237 | 214 | 1980 | 300 | 216 | 237 | 69 | 225 | 220 | 300 | 221 | 109 | 1897 | 3,877 |
Tee It Forward | 97 | 59.4 | 244 | 306 | 216 | 122 | 240 | 302 | 99 | 237 | 214 | 1980 | 300 | 216 | 237 | 69 | 225 | 220 | 300 | 221 | 109 | 1897 | 3,877 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 1 | 9 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 14 | 4 | 6 | 16 | 18 | 8 | 10 | 2 | 12 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
The Lakes Country Club offers 14 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 | 6,693 | 129 | 72.1 | 5-15 |
Black/Gold | 6,464 | 126 | 71.1 | 5-15 |
Gold | 6,277 | 142 | 76.5 | 5-15 |
Gold | 6,277 | 124 | 70.1 | 5-15 |
Green | 5,826 | 138 | 74.1 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,826 | 119 | 68.0 | 12-22 |
Silver | 5,699 | 135 | 73.4 | 20-30 |
Silver | 5,699 | 117 | 67.4 | 20-30 |
Red (Silver/Bronze) | 5,284 | 130 | 71.0 | 20-30 |
Red (Silver/Bronze) | 5,284 | 112 | 65.7 | 20-30 |
Bronze | 5,049 | 126 | 69.7 | 20-30 |
Bronze | 5,049 | 109 | 64.4 | 20-30 |
Tee It Forward | 3,877 | 111 | 63.1 | 25+ |
Tee It Forward | 3,877 | 97 | 59.4 | 25+ |
Amenities at The Lakes Country Club
The Lakes Country Club features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for The Lakes 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 The Lakes Country Club a public or private golf course?
The Lakes 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 The Lakes Country Club have?
The Lakes Country Club is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at The Lakes Country Club?
From the Black tees, The Lakes Country Club plays to 6,693 yards (par 72). The course offers 14 tee sets ranging from 3,877 to 6,693 yards.
What is the slope rating at The Lakes Country Club?
The Black tees at The Lakes Country Club have a slope rating of 129 and a course rating of 72.1. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk The Lakes Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at The Lakes Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at The Lakes Country Club?
Visit the official course website at https://lakescc.com/ to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does The Lakes Country Club offer?
The Lakes Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is The Lakes Country Club located?
The Lakes Country Club is located in Palm Desert, CA.
What is the difficulty level at The Lakes Country Club?
The Lakes Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 142. It plays harder than 79% 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 Lakes Country Club?
The Lakes Country Club offers 14 tee sets. Black tees (6,693 yards, slope 129) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Tee It Forward tees (3,877 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 The Lakes Country Club?
Beginners at The Lakes Country Club should play the Tee It Forward tees, which play 3,877 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 The Lakes Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Silver tees (slope 117, rating 67.4) at The Lakes Country Club has a course handicap of 11, 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 Lakes Country Club?
A typical round at The Lakes 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.