The Lakes Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Palm Desert, CA with a par of 72. It offers 8 tee sets: black (6,693 yards, slope 129, rating 72.1), black/gold (6,464 yards, slope 126, rating 71.1), gold (6,277 yards, slope 124, rating 70.1), green (5,826 yards, slope 119, rating 68), silver (5,699 yards, slope 117, rating 67.4), red (silver/bronze) (5,284 yards, slope 112, rating 65.7), bronze (5,049 yards, slope 109, rating 64.4), tee it forward (3,877 yards, slope 97, rating 59.4). The hardest hole is #5, a par 4 playing 401 yards from the first tee.
The Lakes Country Club
Palm Desert, CA
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A straightforward opening par 4 with a fairway that gradually narrows as it approaches the green. Bunkers guard the right side of the green, requiring accuracy on the approach shot to avoid trouble.

A long par 5 that demands two solid strokes to set up a manageable third shot. The hole's length and potential hazards reward strategic positioning rather than aggressive distance off the tee.

The course's most difficult par 4, this hole presents a stout test with its moderate length and well-defined green complex. Precision is essential as the green's defenses will punish wayward approaches.

A short par 3 that plays deceptively challenging despite its modest yardage. The elevated green and surrounding hazards demand an accurate tee shot to secure par.

The #1 handicap hole, this par 4 is the course's ultimate examination of ball-striking and course management. Length, hazards, and a demanding green complex combine to make this a significant challenge.

A mid-length par 5 offering birdie opportunities for those who navigate its hazards wisely. The hole's layout rewards strategic positioning over distance, with the green well-guarded.

A short, quirky par 3 that plays much harder than the yardage suggests, with hazards and terrain creating unexpected complexity. Precision trumps distance on this deceptive one-shotter.

A strong par 4 of substantial length with hazards that demand respect on both the drive and approach. The hole's character and difficulty make it one of the back nine's standout tests.

A relatively short par 4 that provides some breathing room as the front nine winds down. The tight fairway and green complex still require solid execution to avoid bogey.

A back nine par 5 that begins the second loop with moderate length and playable conditions. Strategic positioning is key to setting up a reasonable approach to a well-protected green.

This par 4 ranks among the course's most challenging tests, with a tight fairway and demanding green that punish imprecision. The hole's difficulty lies in its unforgiving nature from tee to green.

A mid-length par 4 with a relatively generous fairway that narrows near the green. Hazards guarding the approach create tension on the second shot despite the modest overall yardage.

A diminutive par 3 where precision matters far more than power, with a small green surrounded by trouble. The hole's shortness belies a challenging test of accuracy and course management.

The easiest hole on the course, this short par 4 provides a scoring opportunity for those who keep the ball in play. The accessible fairway and green make this an ideal birdie chance.

A moderate par 4 that presents a balanced test with moderate length and manageable hazards. The hole offers a realistic chance at par or birdie with solid execution.

A genuine par 5 opportunity where three shots to the green is an acceptable outcome, though two can be found with excellent play. The hole's length and layout reward strategic planning.

The second-most difficult par 4 on the course, this hole demands excellence from tee to green with its length and well-defended green. Its challenging nature makes it a fitting penultimate test.

The closing par 3 provides a dramatic finish to the round with a short, precise tee shot to a green surrounded by hazards. The hole's finishing role and character create a memorable conclusion.
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 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| HCP | 11 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 1 | 9 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 14 | 4 | 6 | 16 | 18 | 8 | 10 | 2 | 12 | |||
| black | 400 | 540 | 390 | 207 | 435 | 531 | 165 | 425 | 356 | 3449 | 522 | 376 | 370 | 159 | 350 | 365 | 504 | 438 | 160 | 3244 | 6693 |
| black/gold | 400 | 518 | 360 | 189 | 401 | 531 | 165 | 400 | 356 | 3320 | 502 | 376 | 347 | 136 | 350 | 365 | 504 | 404 | 160 | 3144 | 6464 |
| gold | 379 | 518 | 360 | 189 | 401 | 507 | 152 | 400 | 331 | 3237 | 502 | 359 | 347 | 136 | 324 | 341 | 486 | 404 | 141 | 3040 | 6277 |
| green | 360 | 496 | 335 | 169 | 362 | 479 | 132 | 348 | 331 | 3012 | 444 | 324 | 330 | 120 | 324 | 341 | 466 | 332 | 133 | 2814 | 5826 |
| silver | 360 | 496 | 335 | 169 | 362 | 479 | 128 | 348 | 310 | 2987 | 444 | 324 | 300 | 113 | 286 | 319 | 466 | 332 | 128 | 2712 | 5699 |
| red (silver/bronze) | 341 | 440 | 335 | 149 | 301 | 439 | 128 | 320 | 310 | 2763 | 411 | 295 | 235 | 113 | 286 | 292 | 466 | 295 | 128 | 2521 | 5284 |
| bronze | 341 | 440 | 291 | 149 | 301 | 439 | 97 | 320 | 284 | 2662 | 411 | 295 | 235 | 68 | 232 | 292 | 451 | 295 | 108 | 2387 | 5049 |
| tee it forward | 244 | 306 | 216 | 122 | 240 | 302 | 99 | 237 | 214 | 1980 | 300 | 216 | 237 | 69 | 225 | 220 | 300 | 221 | 109 | 1897 | 3877 |