Palm Springs Country Club
Course at a glance
Palm Springs Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Palm Springs, California (92262). The course was designed by Joe Kirkwood and opened in 1960. From the Black tees, Palm Springs Country Club plays to 6,761 yards at par 72. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 5,492 to 6,761 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 147 and a course rating of 79.4, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 95% 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 bermuda grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 31-40 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Palm Springs Country Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Palm Springs Country Club
Palm Springs Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Palm Springs, California (92262). The course was designed by Joe Kirkwood and established in 1960. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,761 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 147 and a course rating of 79.4.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 147, Palm Springs Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in California, playing harder than 95% 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 10 tee sets ranging from 5,492 to 6,761 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
6,761
Slope
147
Rating
79.4
Course Difficulty Analysis
147
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BlackWomen's | 147 | 79.4 | 528 | 392 | 162 | 330 | 429 | 366 | 575 | 186 | 415 | 3383 | 542 | 375 | 217 | 529 | 350 | 373 | 409 | 160 | 423 | 3378 | 6,761 |
BlackMen's | 132 | 72.7 | 528 | 392 | 162 | 330 | 429 | 366 | 575 | 186 | 415 | 3383 | 542 | 375 | 217 | 529 | 350 | 373 | 409 | 160 | 423 | 3378 | 6,761 |
Black/BlueWomen's | 142 | 77.1 | 496 | 351 | 138 | 312 | 429 | 366 | 525 | 186 | 415 | 3218 | 495 | 344 | 171 | 529 | 334 | 339 | 409 | 139 | 373 | 3133 | 6,351 |
Black/BlueMen's | 128 | 70.8 | 496 | 351 | 138 | 312 | 429 | 366 | 525 | 186 | 415 | 3218 | 495 | 344 | 171 | 529 | 334 | 339 | 409 | 139 | 373 | 3133 | 6,351 |
BlueWomen's | 139 | 76.0 | 496 | 351 | 138 | 312 | 395 | 333 | 525 | 155 | 357 | 3062 | 495 | 344 | 171 | 501 | 334 | 339 | 385 | 139 | 373 | 3081 | 6,143 |
BlueMen's | 125 | 69.8 | 496 | 351 | 138 | 312 | 395 | 333 | 525 | 155 | 357 | 3062 | 495 | 344 | 171 | 501 | 334 | 339 | 385 | 139 | 373 | 3081 | 6,143 |
Blue/WhiteWomen's | 133 | 73.5 | 447 | 312 | 138 | 312 | 358 | 333 | 472 | 155 | 319 | 2846 | 457 | 320 | 171 | 439 | 334 | 339 | 308 | 139 | 332 | 2839 | 5,685 |
Blue/WhiteMen's | 120 | 67.8 | 447 | 312 | 138 | 312 | 358 | 333 | 472 | 155 | 319 | 2846 | 457 | 320 | 171 | 439 | 334 | 339 | 308 | 139 | 332 | 2839 | 5,685 |
WhiteWomen's | 131 | 72.2 | 447 | 312 | 127 | 280 | 358 | 320 | 472 | 136 | 319 | 2771 | 457 | 320 | 148 | 439 | 294 | 308 | 308 | 115 | 332 | 2721 | 5,492 |
WhiteMen's | 117 | 66.9 | 447 | 312 | 127 | 280 | 358 | 320 | 472 | 136 | 319 | 2771 | 457 | 320 | 148 | 439 | 294 | 308 | 308 | 115 | 332 | 2721 | 5,492 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 3 | 7 | 15 | 13 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 17 | 11 | 4 | 8 | 16 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 6 | 18 | 10 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Palm Springs Country Club offers 10 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 | 6,761 | 147 | 79.4 | 0-5 |
Black | 6,761 | 132 | 72.7 | 0-5 |
Black/Blue | 6,351 | 142 | 77.1 | 5-15 |
Black/Blue | 6,351 | 128 | 70.8 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,143 | 139 | 76.0 | 12-22 |
Blue | 6,143 | 125 | 69.8 | 12-22 |
Blue/White | 5,685 | 133 | 73.5 | 20-30 |
Blue/White | 5,685 | 120 | 67.8 | 20-30 |
White | 5,492 | 131 | 72.2 | 20-30 |
White | 5,492 | 117 | 66.9 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Palm Springs Country Club
Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs Country Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Palm Springs Country Club a public or private golf course?
Palm Springs Country Club is a public golf course located in Palm Springs, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Palm Springs Country Club have?
Palm Springs Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1960. The course was designed by Joe Kirkwood.
What is the yardage at Palm Springs Country Club?
From the Blue/White tees, Palm Springs Country Club plays to 5,685 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,492 to 6,761 yards.
What is the slope rating at Palm Springs Country Club?
The Black tees at Palm Springs Country Club have a slope rating of 147 and a course rating of 79.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Palm Springs Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Palm Springs Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Palm Springs Country Club?
Contact the course directly or call 760-323-2626 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Palm Springs Country Club offer?
Palm Springs Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Palm Springs Country Club located?
Palm Springs Country Club is located at 2500 Whitewater Club Dr in Palm Springs, CA 92262. You can reach them at 760-323-2626.
What is the difficulty level at Palm Springs Country Club?
Palm Springs Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 147. It plays harder than 95% 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 Palm Springs Country Club?
Palm Springs Country Club offers 10 tee sets. Black tees (6,761 yards, slope 147) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. White tees (5,492 yards, slope 117) 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 Palm Springs Country Club?
Beginners at Palm Springs Country Club should play the White tees, which play 5,492 yards with a slope of 117. 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 Palm Springs Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Blue tees (slope 125, rating 69.8) at Palm Springs Country Club 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 Palm Springs Country Club?
A typical round at Palm Springs 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.