Desert Willow Golf Resort California
Desert Willow Golf Resort is a par-72 resort course in California, playing 7,060 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 74.1 and slope of 141.
Course Overview
| Type | Resort |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,060 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 74.1 / 141 |
| Tee Options | 12 |
| Location | California, USA |
| Coordinates | 33.7653, -116.3648 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 7,060 | 72 | 74.1 | 141 |
| Purple | 6,668 | 72 | 72.1 | 136 |
| Purple/Lavender | 6,408 | 72 | 71 | 132 |
| Lavender | 6,154 | 72 | 75.7 | 140 |
| Lavender/Tan | 5,877 | 72 | 74.1 | 136 |
| Tan | 5,612 | 72 | 72.5 | 133 |
| Green | 5,082 | 72 | 69.4 | 127 |
| Lavender | 6,154 | 72 | 75.7 | 140 |
| Lavender/Tan | 5,877 | 72 | 74.1 | 136 |
| Tan | 5,612 | 72 | 72.5 | 133 |
| Tan/Green | 5,315 | 72 | 70.8 | 130 |
| Green | 5,082 | 72 | 69.4 | 127 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 74.1/141 | 535 | 413 | 194 | 448 | 429 | 331 | 569 | 155 | 455 | 3529 | 435 | 452 | 427 | 550 | 176 | 332 | 420 | 203 | 536 | 3531 | 7060 |
| Purple 72.1/136 | 516 | 394 | 166 | 427 | 400 | 311 | 545 | 138 | 436 | 3333 | 420 | 429 | 395 | 523 | 161 | 300 | 402 | 193 | 512 | 3335 | 6668 |
| Purple/Lavender 71/132 | 516 | 365 | 166 | 387 | 377 | 311 | 517 | 138 | 408 | 3185 | 393 | 395 | 366 | 523 | 161 | 300 | 402 | 171 | 512 | 3223 | 6408 |
| Lavender 75.7/140 | 486 | 365 | 137 | 387 | 377 | 281 | 517 | 119 | 408 | 3077 | 393 | 395 | 366 | 502 | 140 | 277 | 366 | 171 | 467 | 3077 | 6154 |
| Lavender/Tan 74.1/136 | 486 | 339 | 137 | 354 | 337 | 281 | 493 | 119 | 370 | 2916 | 356 | 363 | 337 | 502 | 140 | 277 | 366 | 153 | 467 | 2961 | 5877 |
| Tan 72.5/133 | 445 | 339 | 126 | 354 | 337 | 265 | 493 | 105 | 370 | 2834 | 356 | 363 | 337 | 454 | 120 | 255 | 330 | 153 | 410 | 2778 | 5612 |
| Green 69.4/127 | 416 | 313 | 107 | 315 | 302 | 235 | 465 | 80 | 321 | 2554 | 323 | 331 | 313 | 425 | 98 | 225 | 298 | 129 | 386 | 2528 | 5082 |
| Lavender 75.7/140 | 486 | 365 | 137 | 387 | 377 | 281 | 517 | 119 | 408 | 3077 | 393 | 395 | 366 | 502 | 140 | 277 | 366 | 171 | 467 | 3077 | 6154 |
| Lavender/Tan 74.1/136 | 486 | 339 | 137 | 354 | 337 | 281 | 493 | 119 | 370 | 2916 | 356 | 363 | 337 | 502 | 140 | 277 | 366 | 153 | 467 | 2961 | 5877 |
| Tan 72.5/133 | 445 | 339 | 126 | 354 | 337 | 265 | 493 | 105 | 370 | 2834 | 356 | 363 | 337 | 454 | 120 | 255 | 330 | 153 | 410 | 2778 | 5612 |
| Tan/Green 70.8/130 | 416 | 339 | 126 | 315 | 302 | 265 | 465 | 105 | 321 | 2654 | 356 | 331 | 337 | 425 | 120 | 255 | 298 | 153 | 386 | 2661 | 5315 |
| Green 69.4/127 | 416 | 313 | 107 | 315 | 302 | 235 | 465 | 80 | 321 | 2554 | 323 | 331 | 313 | 425 | 98 | 225 | 298 | 129 | 386 | 2528 | 5082 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 11 | 9 | 15 | 1 | 5 | 13 | 7 | 17 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 18 | 10 | 4 | 14 |
Which Tees Should You Play?
Multiply your handicap index by 28 and add it to par. If the result exceeds the total yardage divided by 100, move up one tee.
Handicap 0-10: Black (7,060 yards, 74.1/141)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 4 (par 4, 448 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Lavender (6,154 yards, 75.7/140)
This tee gives you a realistic chance to reach greens in regulation without brutal carries. Course management is key. Identify trouble spots and plan your misses to the safe side. Use the strokes gained data to find where you're leaving shots on the table.
Handicap 20+: Green (5,082 yards, 69.4/127)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 8 (80 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Number 1 handicap hole. At 448 yards this is one of the longest par 4s on the course and demands a strong drive.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At only 332 yards, aggressive players may consider going for the green off the tee.
The longest hole on the course at 569 yards. Reachable in two for scratch golfers but a true three-shot hole for most. The smart play is two accurate shots to within wedge range.
The shortest par 3 at 155 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 435-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Desert Willow Golf Resort?
Desert Willow Golf Resort has a course rating of 74.1 and slope of 141 from the back tees. From the Green tees, the rating is 69.4 with a slope of 127.
How long is Desert Willow Golf Resort?
From the back tees, Desert Willow Golf Resort plays 7,060 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Desert Willow Golf Resort?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 4, a 448-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Desert Willow Golf Resort?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (7,060 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Green tees (5,082 yards).
Is Desert Willow Golf Resort public or private?
Desert Willow Golf Resort is a resort golf course in California. Open to resort guests and public play.
What courses are near Desert Willow Golf Resort?
Nearby courses include Desert Falls Country Club, Palm Desert Greens, Monterey Country Club, Classic Club Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for Desert Willow Golf Resort?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Desert Willow Golf Resort 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.
Does Desert Willow Golf Resort have strokes gained data?
Yes. Yards Golf Book runs a 1,000-shot Monte Carlo simulation 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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