Palm Springs: Golf Elevated by Desert Beauty.

Palm Springs is where mature palms, rugged canyons, and water features create striking backdrops for every round. The region offers a refined mix of traditional tree-lined layouts and modern desert-links designs, all framed by the dramatic San Jacinto Mountains. With its compact geography and excellent course variety, Palm Springs delivers an effortless, all-in-one golf getaway with minimal time spent in transit.

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Featured Golf Courses

Aerial view of a lush golf course at sunset, surrounded by trees, with mountains in the background.

Architect: Jack Nicklaus / Nicklaus Design (2005)

Set against the San Jacinto Mountains, Escena pairs a clean, modern aesthetic with wide corridors, sculpted bunkers, and smooth, thoughtfully contoured greens. The course feels open and serene, rewarding smart angles and confident approaches. The 180-yard par-3 16th, guarded by water left and bunkers right, delivers Escena’s most memorable moment.

Escena Golf Club - Palm Springs, CA

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A scenic golf course with lush green grass, palm trees, and a water hazard, set against snow-capped mountains under a partly cloudy sky.

Architect: North Course by William F. Bell (1961); South Course restored by Casey O’Callaghan / Amy Alcott

Situated at the base of the local canyons, Indian Canyons features two distinct layouts framed by palms, gentle water features, and sweeping mountain views. Mid-century modern elements, from the clubhouse to the original design touches, give the resort an authentic Palm Springs character. Both courses are friendly and scenic, with the North Course’s 9th hole and its Walt Disney fountain serving as a standout highlight.

Indian Canyons Golf Resort (North & South Courses) - Palm Springs, CA

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A scenic golf course with green fairways, a water hazard, palm trees, and mountains in the background under a clear blue sky.

Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort - Palm Springs, CA

Architect: Legend Course by William F. Bell (1959); Resort Course by Ted Robinson (1995)

Framed by the dramatic rise of the San Jacinto Mountains, Tahquitz Creek offers two contrasting layouts in the heart of Palm Springs. The Legend Course provides a classic, tree-lined design with traditional green complexes, while the Resort Course introduces Robinson’s signature water features and desert-links shaping. Together, they offer variety, approachability, and strong visual appeal just minutes from downtown.

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Plan Your Next Trip the Right Way

Insider Notes:

Early morning tee times: Bring cooler temperatures, calmer conditions, and quicker rounds.

Sunrise rounds: Often produce the classic Palm Springs “color-wash” sky as the mountains light up, one of the region’s most memorable first-tee moments.

Golf with local experiences: Mid-century modern architecture tours, outdoor dining, or short scenic desert walks to round out your trip.

Airport Access:

Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) is exceptionally convenient for golf travelers.

  • Tahquitz Creek: just a few minutes

  • Escena: ~10 minutes

  • Indian Canyons: ~12–15 minutes

Driving Times:

Palm Springs is also an excellent drive destination in Southern California:

  • Los Angeles: ~1 hr 45 min

  • Orange County: ~1 hr 30 min

  • San Diego: ~2 hr 15 min

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