Monterey Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Palm Desert, CA with a par of 71. It offers 6 tee sets: black (6,115 yards, slope 123, rating 69.6), back challenge (5,955 yards, slope 121, rating 68.8), silver (5,774 yards, slope 119, rating 68), forward challenge (5,503 yards, slope 116, rating 66.6), gold (5,268 yards, slope 114, rating 65.4), green (4,235 yards, slope 102, rating 61.3). The hardest hole is #7, a par 4 playing 337 yards from the first tee.
Monterey Country Club
Palm Desert, CA
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A welcoming opening hole playing as a relatively short par 4 with a straightforward layout. The fairway is wide and forgiving, making this an ideal starter before the course tightens up.

A reachable par 5 that invites aggressive play from the tee. The hole's moderate length and open character provide an early birdie opportunity for those who can find the fairway.

A deceptively tricky par 4 with a short enough length to tempt bold play. The fairway tightens as it approaches the green, requiring accuracy to set up a clean approach.

A short par 3 that plays downhill to a receptive green. The diminutive length keeps this hole manageable, though wind and elevation changes can affect club selection significantly.

A strong par 5 that demands respect despite a short overall length, ranking among the course's most difficult holes. The green is well-protected and requires precision on the approach for scoring opportunities.

The second-hardest hole on the card, this par 4 presents a formidable test with strategic hazards and a demanding approach. Accuracy off the tee is essential to avoid trouble and set up a manageable second shot.

The signature hole and most difficult par 4 on the course, this iconic hole demands every bit of precision from tee to green. Hazards strategically positioned throughout the hole penalize both timid and reckless play alike.

A mid-length par 4 with a balanced risk-reward character. The hole features defined trouble areas that punish poor shots but reward well-executed play.

A short par 3 that provides a brief respite before the back nine intensifies. The reduced length is offset by the need to find the green accurately and avoid surrounding hazards.
A relatively short par 4 that opens the back nine with a forgiving character. The fairway and green offer reasonable targets for solid play off the tee.
A challenging par 4 that ranks among the course's most difficult holes despite moderate yardage. Strategic positioning of hazards and the narrow approach corridor demand precision and course management.
A mid-length par 4 with a straightforward design that rewards consistent play. The hole features balanced hazards that don't dominate the hole but remain threats throughout.
The easiest hole on the course, this par 3 provides a scoring opportunity with its short length and accessible green. Bunkers frame the putting surface but present a manageable target for most players.
A short par 4 ranking fourth in difficulty that plays deceptively challenging despite its compact yardage. The green is tightly guarded, making the approach shot the defining moment of the hole.
A mid-length par 4 with a well-balanced design that challenges without overwhelming. Strategic hazards frame the fairway, and the green's positioning rewards accurate approach shots.
The second-easiest hole on the course, this par 5 offers a genuine birdie opportunity with its moderate length. The hole's open character invites aggressive play, though the green still demands a clean approach.
A mid-length par 3 that provides a solid short par test before the home stretch. The elevated green and surrounding hazards create a picturesque but demanding one-shot challenge.
A strong closing par 4 that demands composure down the stretch with its length and defined hazards. The finishing hole's character rewards steady play and punishes mistakes as the round concludes.
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| HCP | 11 | 13 | 15 | 17 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 5 | 16 | 6 | 10 | 18 | 4 | 12 | 2 | 8 | 14 | |||
| black | 340 | 520 | 341 | 154 | 476 | 370 | 379 | 389 | 174 | 3143 | 329 | 340 | 349 | 181 | 337 | 381 | 527 | 187 | 341 | 2972 | 6115 |
| back challenge | 340 | 520 | 341 | 154 | 476 | 352 | 359 | 370 | 147 | 3059 | 329 | 340 | 349 | 181 | 317 | 363 | 511 | 165 | 341 | 2896 | 5955 |
| silver | 323 | 504 | 324 | 133 | 456 | 352 | 359 | 370 | 147 | 2968 | 314 | 322 | 329 | 162 | 317 | 363 | 511 | 165 | 323 | 2806 | 5774 |
| forward challenge | 323 | 497 | 324 | 133 | 456 | 307 | 337 | 336 | 147 | 2860 | 314 | 284 | 329 | 162 | 317 | 330 | 443 | 141 | 323 | 2643 | 5503 |
| gold | 301 | 497 | 308 | 120 | 414 | 307 | 337 | 336 | 109 | 2729 | 299 | 284 | 315 | 129 | 283 | 330 | 443 | 141 | 315 | 2539 | 5268 |
| green | 215 | 389 | 254 | 104 | 347 | 284 | 267 | 290 | 85 | 2235 | 223 | 244 | 231 | 102 | 200 | 261 | 387 | 115 | 237 | 2000 | 4235 |