Shadow Mountain Golf Club

Played this course as part of a marathon 9-rounds in 5 days trip I took to the Coachella Valley.

This course appears to be part of some type of resort/community. There is a lot going on around the clubhouse, but the staff were all very helpful and accommodating. The back tees are “only” 5,375 yards, but the course never felt that short. I appreciated that I was able to walk this course.

CONDITIONS: Perfect. Greens, tees, bunkers, fairways, and rough were all in top shape.

VALUE: The rate I booked for a Noon time seemed fair ($60, I think). Was kind of bummed that walking and riding are the same rate, but the quality of course made it worth it.

LAYOUT: This course winds thru housing, and some housing is quite tight to the rough/fairways. As noted, this course is walkable and, in many instances, the next tee box is only paces from the previous green. Most of the holes are sparsely tree-lined. There is plenty of bunkering and/or doglegs to keep you honest. Oh, and keep you head on a swivel playing holes #12 thru #15… errant drives from other tee boxes will find your way.

FRIENDLINESS: The staff were incredibly helpful. The starter paired me up with another 2some that was early and got us out in a vacated tee time. Very thoughtful and appreciated. Thank you!

PACE: As a 3some we waited a bit on the 4some ahead, but nothing offensive. We finished in around 4 hours.

DIFFICULTY: This course crescendos. Holes #1 thru #8 are straightforward, and #9 is a fun par 5. Then on the back 9 you are presented with some challenges. Holes #11, #14, #15, #17, and #18 can chase a front nine 38 with a back nine 44 and leave you wondering how you didn’t break 80!

Always a good time playing golf here. I raised the ratings from the last time I played here which was on a Monday and dreadfully slow. I since discovered that Mondays are the busiest days which would explains that slow play.
Great value overall for a fun place to play.

If you’re looking to play 9 holes in the afternoon for a great price then this is your best bet. Tight track and pace of play will drive you crazy if you’re in a hurry. But if you are a novice and don’t want the added pressure of the big courses it’s worth the money.

Nice little course to go work on your game. The course was in fantastic shape. Didn't have a bad lie all day (fairway, rough or trap). It's a par 70 so don't expect to use driver more than 4 times. I would definitely go back.

Old and fairly narrow course with small greens. Price was right for the course. Greens weren't very fast but all greens were well protected and small. Fun course for seniors and women.