Desert Island Country Club
About Desert Island Country Club
Desert Island Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Rancho Mirage, California (92270). The course was designed by Desmond Muirhead and established in 1958. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,716 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 128 and a course rating of 71.9.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 135, Desert Island Country Club is more accessible than most courses in California. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 15 tee sets ranging from 4,817 to 6,716 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.
California offers year-round golf. Winter months (November through March) are peak season with comfortable temperatures and strong demand. Summer rounds often benefit from lower rates and faster pace.
Par
72
Length
6,716
Slope
128
Rating
71.9
Course Difficulty Analysis
135
This Course
132
CA Average
113
US Average
Based on 660 rated courses in California
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 128 | 71.9 | 342 | 400 | 371 | 366 | 197 | 560 | 500 | 164 | 402 | 3302 | 341 | 525 | 200 | 353 | 441 | 189 | 555 | 410 | 400 | 3414 | 6,716 |
Blue | 135 | 77.2 | 342 | 388 | 358 | 364 | 191 | 551 | 478 | 159 | 396 | 3227 | 334 | 508 | 191 | 342 | 383 | 170 | 548 | 354 | 371 | 3201 | 6,428 |
Blue | 125 | 70.4 | 342 | 388 | 358 | 364 | 191 | 551 | 478 | 159 | 396 | 3227 | 334 | 508 | 191 | 342 | 383 | 170 | 548 | 354 | 371 | 3201 | 6,428 |
White | 131 | 75.9 | 337 | 368 | 349 | 358 | 181 | 531 | 470 | 148 | 377 | 3119 | 329 | 480 | 174 | 333 | 368 | 164 | 525 | 349 | 359 | 3081 | 6,200 |
White | 122 | 69.5 | 337 | 368 | 349 | 358 | 181 | 531 | 470 | 148 | 377 | 3119 | 329 | 480 | 174 | 333 | 368 | 164 | 525 | 349 | 359 | 3081 | 6,200 |
White/Gold | 127 | 74.5 | 337 | 351 | 349 | 317 | 181 | 495 | 470 | 148 | 342 | 2990 | 329 | 447 | 174 | 333 | 334 | 164 | 500 | 349 | 341 | 2971 | 5,961 |
White/Gold | 119 | 68.2 | 337 | 351 | 349 | 317 | 181 | 495 | 470 | 148 | 342 | 2990 | 329 | 447 | 174 | 333 | 334 | 164 | 500 | 349 | 341 | 2971 | 5,961 |
Gold | 123 | 73.1 | 318 | 351 | 314 | 317 | 140 | 495 | 400 | 133 | 342 | 2810 | 323 | 447 | 151 | 324 | 334 | 146 | 500 | 342 | 341 | 2908 | 5,718 |
Gold | 116 | 67.0 | 318 | 351 | 314 | 317 | 140 | 495 | 400 | 133 | 342 | 2810 | 323 | 447 | 151 | 324 | 334 | 146 | 500 | 342 | 341 | 2908 | 5,718 |
Red | 121 | 72.2 | 316 | 341 | 304 | 311 | 135 | 488 | 396 | 119 | 338 | 2748 | 316 | 440 | 146 | 319 | 326 | 141 | 430 | 337 | 337 | 2792 | 5,540 |
Red | 113 | 66.2 | 316 | 341 | 304 | 311 | 135 | 488 | 396 | 119 | 338 | 2748 | 316 | 440 | 146 | 319 | 326 | 141 | 430 | 337 | 337 | 2792 | 5,540 |
Red/Green | 115 | 69.8 | 316 | 296 | 255 | 311 | 135 | 430 | 396 | 119 | 283 | 2541 | 270 | 395 | 146 | 285 | 263 | 141 | 410 | 296 | 337 | 2543 | 5,084 |
Red/Green | 107 | 64.1 | 316 | 296 | 255 | 311 | 135 | 430 | 396 | 119 | 283 | 2541 | 270 | 395 | 146 | 285 | 263 | 141 | 410 | 296 | 337 | 2543 | 5,084 |
Green | 112 | 68.4 | 285 | 296 | 255 | 262 | 83 | 430 | 384 | 104 | 283 | 2382 | 270 | 395 | 116 | 285 | 263 | 105 | 410 | 296 | 295 | 2435 | 4,817 |
Green | 104 | 62.9 | 285 | 296 | 255 | 262 | 83 | 430 | 384 | 104 | 283 | 2382 | 270 | 395 | 116 | 285 | 263 | 105 | 410 | 296 | 295 | 2435 | 4,817 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 13 | 5 | 11 | 7 | 15 | 1 | 17 | 9 | 3 | 14 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 2 | 18 | 6 | 10 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Desert Island Country Club offers 15 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,716 | 128 | 71.9 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,428 | 135 | 77.2 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,428 | 125 | 70.4 | 5-15 |
White | 6,200 | 131 | 75.9 | 5-15 |
White | 6,200 | 122 | 69.5 | 5-15 |
White/Gold | 5,961 | 127 | 74.5 | 12-22 |
White/Gold | 5,961 | 119 | 68.2 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,718 | 123 | 73.1 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,718 | 116 | 67.0 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,540 | 121 | 72.2 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,540 | 113 | 66.2 | 20-30 |
Red/Green | 5,084 | 115 | 69.8 | 20-30 |
Red/Green | 5,084 | 107 | 64.1 | 20-30 |
Green | 4,817 | 112 | 68.4 | 25+ |
Green | 4,817 | 104 | 62.9 | 25+ |
Amenities at Desert Island Country Club
Desert Island Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Desert Island Country Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Desert Island Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Desert Island Country Club is a public golf course located in Rancho Mirage, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Desert Island Country Club have?expand_more
Desert Island Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1958. The course was designed by Desmond Muirhead.
What is the yardage at Desert Island Country Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Desert Island Country Club plays to 6,200 yards (par 72). The course offers 15 tee sets ranging from 4,817 to 6,716 yards.
What is the slope rating at Desert Island Country Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Desert Island Country Club have a slope rating of 128 and a course rating of 71.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Desert Island Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Desert Island Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Desert Island Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Desert Island Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://di71.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Desert Island Country Club offer?expand_more
Desert Island Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Desert Island Country Club located?expand_more
Desert Island Country Club is located at 71-777 Frank Sinatra Drive in Rancho Mirage, CA 92270. You can reach them at +1 760 328 2111.
What is the difficulty level at Desert Island Country Club?expand_more
Desert Island Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 135. It plays harder than 49% of golf courses in California. The average slope rating in California is 132. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Desert Island Country Club?expand_more
Desert Island Country Club offers 15 tee sets. Black tees (6,716 yards, slope 128) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Green tees (4,817 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 Island Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Desert Island Country Club should play the Green tees, which play 4,817 yards with a slope of 104. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Desert Island Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 123, rating 73.1) at Desert Island Country Club would have a course handicap of 17 and an expected score of approximately 89. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Desert Island Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Desert Island Country 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.