Desert Aire Golf Club
Course at a glance
Desert Aire Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Royal City, Washington (99349). The course was designed by Jim Crous and opened in 1978. From the Blue tees, Desert Aire Golf Club plays to 6,492 yards at par 72. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 4,549 to 6,492 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 124 and a course rating of 71.2, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 50% of rated golf courses in Washington. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bluegrass fairways. Hazards include 21-30 bunkers. Tee times at Desert Aire Golf Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Desert Aire Golf Club
Desert Aire Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Royal City, Washington (99349). The course was designed by Jim Crous and established in 1978. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,492 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 124 and a course rating of 71.2.
Walking is permitted.
Desert Aire Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 131, putting it in the upper half of courses in Washington for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,549 to 6,492 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.
Golf in Washington typically runs from May through October. Spring and fall offer the best conditions with lower humidity and fewer crowds. Book early for prime weekend morning tee times during peak summer months.
Par
72
Length
6,492
Slope
124
Rating
71.2
Course Difficulty Analysis
131
This Course
130
WA Average
113
US Average
Based on 200 rated courses in Washington
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 | 124 | 71.2 | 500 | 392 | 190 | 405 | 306 | 173 | 377 | 382 | 526 | 3251 | 374 | 156 | 562 | 399 | 193 | 387 | 265 | 356 | 549 | 3241 | 6,492 |
WhiteWomen's | 131 | 75.9 | 491 | 370 | 155 | 356 | 296 | 162 | 343 | 374 | 499 | 3046 | 361 | 147 | 532 | 367 | 183 | 368 | 261 | 348 | 521 | 3088 | 6,134 |
WhiteMen's | 122 | 69.9 | 491 | 370 | 155 | 356 | 296 | 162 | 343 | 374 | 499 | 3046 | 361 | 147 | 532 | 367 | 183 | 368 | 261 | 348 | 521 | 3088 | 6,134 |
GoldWomen's | 124 | 72.7 | 463 | 364 | 139 | 327 | 296 | 162 | 270 | 281 | 486 | 2788 | 328 | 147 | 405 | 333 | 167 | 342 | 261 | 316 | 476 | 2775 | 5,563 |
GoldMen's | 114 | 66.8 | 463 | 364 | 139 | 327 | 296 | 162 | 270 | 281 | 486 | 2788 | 328 | 147 | 405 | 333 | 167 | 342 | 261 | 316 | 476 | 2775 | 5,563 |
Red | 120 | 70.6 | 436 | 337 | 114 | 299 | 279 | 148 | 270 | 281 | 446 | 2610 | 327 | 136 | 405 | 301 | 159 | 342 | 243 | 275 | 442 | 2630 | 5,240 |
Red | 110 | 65.5 | 436 | 337 | 114 | 299 | 279 | 148 | 270 | 281 | 446 | 2610 | 327 | 136 | 405 | 301 | 159 | 342 | 243 | 275 | 442 | 2630 | 5,240 |
Red/Silver Combo | 117 | 68.8 | 391 | 304 | 114 | 265 | 279 | 148 | 270 | 281 | 376 | 2428 | 294 | 136 | 405 | 267 | 124 | 303 | 243 | 275 | 410 | 2457 | 4,885 |
SilverWomen's | 110 | 66.7 | 391 | 304 | 75 | 265 | 235 | 98 | 238 | 237 | 376 | 2219 | 294 | 115 | 355 | 267 | 124 | 303 | 215 | 247 | 410 | 2330 | 4,549 |
SilverMen's | 104 | 62.5 | 391 | 304 | 75 | 265 | 235 | 98 | 238 | 237 | 376 | 2219 | 294 | 115 | 355 | 267 | 124 | 303 | 215 | 247 | 410 | 2330 | 4,549 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 15 | 3 | 11 | 7 | 17 | 9 | 5 | 1 | 13 | 6 | 16 | 8 | 2 | 10 | 4 | 18 | 12 | 14 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Desert Aire Golf 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,492 | 124 | 71.2 | 5-15 |
White | 6,134 | 131 | 75.9 | 12-22 |
White | 6,134 | 122 | 69.9 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,563 | 124 | 72.7 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,563 | 114 | 66.8 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,240 | 120 | 70.6 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,240 | 110 | 65.5 | 20-30 |
Red/Silver Combo | 4,885 | 117 | 68.8 | 25+ |
Silver | 4,549 | 110 | 66.7 | 25+ |
Silver | 4,549 | 104 | 62.5 | 25+ |
Amenities at Desert Aire Golf Club
Desert Aire Golf 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 Desert Aire Golf Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Desert Aire Golf Club a public or private golf course?
Desert Aire Golf Club is a public golf course located in Royal City, WA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Desert Aire Golf Club have?
Desert Aire Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1978. The course was designed by Jim Crous.
What is the yardage at Desert Aire Golf Club?
From the White tees, Desert Aire Golf Club plays to 6,134 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,549 to 6,492 yards.
What is the slope rating at Desert Aire Golf Club?
The Blue tees at Desert Aire Golf Club have a slope rating of 124 and a course rating of 71.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Desert Aire Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Desert Aire Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Desert Aire Golf Club?
Contact the course directly or call 509-932-4439 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Desert Aire Golf Club offer?
Desert Aire Golf Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Desert Aire Golf Club located?
Desert Aire Golf Club is located at 215 Desert Aire Dr N in Royal City, WA 99349. You can reach them at 509-932-4439.
What is the difficulty level at Desert Aire Golf Club?
Desert Aire Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 131. It plays harder than 50% of golf courses in Washington. The average slope rating in Washington is 130. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Desert Aire Golf Club?
Desert Aire Golf Club offers 10 tee sets. Blue tees (6,492 yards, slope 124) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Silver tees (4,549 yards, slope 104) 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 Desert Aire Golf Club?
Beginners at Desert Aire Golf Club should play the Silver tees, which play 4,549 yards with a slope of 104. 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 Aire Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Red tees (slope 120, rating 70.6) at Desert Aire Golf Club has a course handicap of 15, 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 Aire Golf Club?
A typical round at Desert Aire 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.