Desert Sands Golf Course Mesa, Arizona
Desert Sands Golf Course is a par-65 public course in Mesa, Arizona, playing 4,029 yards from the Mens tees with a rating of 59.8 and slope of 88.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 65 (8 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 1 par 5s) |
| Length | 4,029 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 59.8 / 88 |
| Tee Options | 2 |
| Location | Mesa, Arizona, USA |
| Coordinates | 33.3824, -111.6696 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mens | 4,029 | 65 | 59.8 | 88 |
| Ladies | 3,739 | 65 | 59.8 | 92 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mens 59.8/88 | 311 | 137 | 146 | 266 | 109 | 227 | 294 | 151 | 136 | 1777 | 137 | 283 | 325 | 449 | 117 | 142 | 261 | 298 | 240 | 2252 | 4029 |
| Ladies 59.8/92 | 290 | 114 | 131 | 251 | 94 | 212 | 275 | 132 | 116 | 1615 | 131 | 268 | 311 | 433 | 103 | 131 | 245 | 279 | 223 | 2124 | 3739 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 31 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 65 |
| Hdcp | 2 | 14 | 16 | 4 | 18 | 8 | 6 | 12 | 10 | 13 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 17 | 15 | 5 | 7 | 11 |
Which Tees Should You Play?
Handicap 0-10: Mens (4,029 yards, 59.8/88)
Course rating 5.2 below par.
Handicap 10-20: Mens (4,029 yards, 59.8/88)
Course rating 5.2 below par.
Handicap 20+: Ladies (3,739 yards, 59.8/92)
290 yards shorter than the back tees. Course rating 5.2 below par.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Stroke index 1, the hardest hole on the card.
Stroke index 18, the easiest hole on the card. The shortest of the 8 par 3s.
Stroke index 2.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Desert Sands Golf Course?
Desert Sands Golf Course has a course rating of 59.8 and slope of 88 from the back tees. From the Ladies tees, the rating is 59.8 with a slope of 92.
How long is Desert Sands Golf Course?
From the back tees, Desert Sands Golf Course plays 4,029 yards. The course is par 65 with 18 holes (8 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 1 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Desert Sands Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 13, a 449-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Desert Sands Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Mens tees (4,029 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Ladies tees (3,739 yards).
Is Desert Sands Golf Course public or private?
Desert Sands Golf Course is a public golf course in Mesa, Arizona. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Desert Sands Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Sunland Village East Golf Club (Mesa), Arizona Golf Resort (Mesa), Fountain of the Sun Golf Course (Mesa), Viewpoint Golf Resort (Mesa).
Is there a yardage book for Desert Sands Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Desert Sands Golf Course with hole-by-hole maps, shot dispersion analysis, strokes gained heatmaps, and club recommendations tailored to your handicap and distances. You can view it online or download a printable PDF.
How do you play Desert Sands Golf Course?
The Yards strategy engine simulates every hole at Desert Sands Golf Course for your handicap and your clubs: shot dispersion off each tee, strokes gained heatmaps for every target, and the club that loses the fewest strokes. Holes 1 and 2 are free to explore, so you can see the optimal way to play the opening stretch before you commit.
Does Desert Sands Golf Course have strokes gained data?
Yes. Yards Golf Book runs more than 20,000 simulated shots on every hole, factoring in your handicap, club distances, shot shape, and the actual hazard layout. The model recommends the best club and target for each shot.
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