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PGA WEST Greg Norman Course

3.8 (44 reviews)

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Harun R.

Once again I found myself in Palm Springs volunteering for the ANA Inspiration event so I decided to arrive a couple of days early and take advantage of some of the great courses here. Since it was early April, the temps did not get as high but I still prefer to go out early just to speed through the round. I arrived about 20 minutes before my tee time and was greeted at the bag drop. I walked in and they asked me to take the cart to the clubhouse and check in there. I paid for the tee time and headed out to the 1st tee. I guess I believe in not wasting all my good swings at the driving range though I believe my fee included some range balls. After clearing the starter, I realized I was alone and proceeded to make my first shot on the tee box. First thing I noticed was how immaculate the tee box looked. The whole course looked in excellent condition. I made a good swing and drove to my ball. The course has stakes to indicate where to enter and exit the fairways. The next three to four holes were a little difficult because you were driving or hitting into the sun. For a single player it was a little difficult to follow the ball while looking directly into the sun. Nevertheless, they did mess with my game. As the game progressed I realized a few things about the golf course. Firstly, there is no rough on the course only sandy waste areas. In those areas, there were plenty of plant, bushes and small trees that would make it impossible to find your ball. Two, the fairways and greens were pretty hard and mostly made up a clay-type of soil which makes sense for sandy soil. I had to change my swing a little to take smaller divots and adjust my approach shots. Thirdly, it took me 9 holes to find my aim points as it the moved seemed to move in different directions. Fourthly, even though I played 6500 yards there were some super long holes like 597 yards par 5, and I think three 450+ yards par 4s. In summary, I had a great time playing the course and would love to play it again. I was told that this is how Arizona desert courses look like and play. I recommend it to anyone even at $159 for a round.

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Sandy K.

I've played several of the PGA courses but this was my first time on the Norman course. It was Christmas eve and I booked my tee time a few weeks ago on the PGA website. Our tee time was around 10:00 am and as soon as I pulled up in my suv we were greeted by the baggage handler who valet our golf bags. The female inside the pro shop was friendly and very cordial and even thanked me for coming out and playing at PGA. We ended up being paired up withn a Japanese male teacher from Japan who was vacationing in So Cal and one of his middle school male students who didn't play but was visiting the United States for the first time. We had a great day chatting and the course was in immaculate condition. The greens were small and narrow and it was definitely target golf but fair and beautiful. I would rank this in my top five of courses I've played for the condition and beautiful layout of the course. The rates are pricey but if you're looking for a resort with six public courses and maintained perfectly - PGA West in La Quinta is the ideal place to stay and play. I would heart returning to PGA West again soon.

William H.

Came back out again to play this course because I had so much fun the first time last year. It was still great (greens could of been taken care of alittle more) however over all it was great! A definite must play if you're in the Palm Springs area. A very tough and challenging course! Makes it even sweeter though when you do drop in a birdie! Will be back again!

Found a way to hold my cigar!
Myung S.

Great golf course! And amazing staff at Wallabys restaurant and in the clubhouse. Everyone made us feel so welcome. Even the older gentleman at the first tee starter was very kind and explained about the golf course layout, rules and areas we should be cautious with. Its was really hot but nevertheless we really enjoyed our round.

Thomas G.

Staff 7 out of 10 Course Design 8 out of 10 Fairways 8 out of 10 Tee boxes and bunkers 7 out of 10 Greens 2 out of 10!!! Value 3 out of 10 The greens are in worse condition than a bad muni! Completely sand patchy - almost like some fungus has taken over. Had just rained too. No one said anything about it. Embarrassing for a $100 round of golf. It's too bad because it could obviously be a 4.5 star course.

Lynn G.

We felt like we're were the only ones on the course. Each hole has amazing views & wonderful natural habitat. Demands accuracy off the tee & Norman must love bunkers- as there are tons of pot belly very deep fairway bunkers. A must play for the area.

They upgraded the golf carts to have GPS now, so there's a lot less guessing how far you have. This time ordered lunch and got the fanciest hotdog ever from a golf course. It came with onion and tomatoes on the dog, and came with a side of fries. Felt really weird to get table service and get served a hot dog.

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Great course, playing again this week, can't wait. My wife and i have played this course several, it does not disappoint.

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This golf course is beautiful. My daughter played here on a 2-day PGA Junior Golf Tournament last June and she placed 2nd Place.

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Exactly what I was looking for in a golf course in the desert! You will not be disappointed.

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Tradition Golf Club

4.0(4 reviews)
3.3 mi

What a stunningly beautiful club to have the privilege of being invited to. My Fella and I were…read moreinvited down to the desert for a week of R&R in the sun, including a bit of golf. This set of holes has to be the prettiest I have seen, as of yet. Traditions course is expansive and very well laid out. The greens are very well kept, as are the grounds around it. The houses that have been built into the course are massive as well as beautiful, boasting equally as scenic views from virtually everywhere. My favorite part of this course has to be the 17th, it is not for the faint of heart or those who lose their balance easily. The climb up is steep and rocky, and a bit scary on the way down as well. Once at the top, you will see what I am speaking of, a grand seemingly endless view of the not only the course but of the vast San Jacinto Mountains, and the valleys between the ranges. Is there a better way to spend a beautiful summer like afternoon in March? I sure can't think of anything. Except maybe to follow up a nice game with an old fashioned or two. Which is exactly what we did, on the lovely patio in the club house. Which provided more wonderful views for our party to enjoy while relaxing. If the opportunity presents itself I would love to make a return visit. Next time I hope I have the set of Taylormade's I have had my eye on.

Played in a golf tourney here and the course is very beautiful and pristine…read more I was well over 100 degrees and I wasn't prepared for it and the heat got to me.. hopefully will get a chance to play here again.

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La Quinta Resort Mountain Course

La Quinta Resort Mountain Course

3.4(50 reviews)
4.7 mi

I had an early tee time on one of the hottest days of the year and I was almost late. My friends…read moreand I made up of a threesome with a single joining our group. The staff was very helpful in getting me quickly to the tee box which I appreciated. My play was a little scrappy in the beginning but it took me a few holes to get used to the course. Overall the course was in mediocre condition specifically the fairways were tight and thin, and the greens were very scrappy and bumpy. There also were many dead/brown spots on almost all the greens. The course itself had a few scenic holes that played against the mountainside. For the price, I was not too surprised at the condition of the course. I could not find the Dunes course here so my review for it will go here. In the afternoon I played the Dunes course which was a flatter Pete Dye course running side by side to the Mountain course. Unfortunately the course was also in the same condition of the Mountain course. The only problem was the 120 degree F weather I had to contend with. I honestly lasted 16 holes before succumbing to the heat on the last two holes. In all honesty, I will probably spend more time on the three PGA West courses about 10 minutes further south, before considering these courses. Also the prices did match the quality of these courses.

This course rules. It's fun and challenging. Back nine and front are different and great. Wish I…read morelived closer.

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