9 Ideal 9-Hole Golf Rounds Paired with Cool Attractions in Greater Palm Springs
Beat the summer heat in Greater Palm Springs: Tee off for nine holes later in the day and follow up with relaxing nearby activities for the perfect round.
Explore summer golf, dining, hotel, and adventure deals at www.chillpass.com. Discover nine public courses where you can play nine holes and transition seamlessly to a local attraction in minutes—from course to cool.
Desert Willow Golf Resort to Palm Springs Art Museum in Palm Desert (Course to Cool: 5.5 miles)
From two of Southern California's most artfully maintained courses, head to the Palm Springs Art Museum's Palm Desert location. View international exhibitions of paintings, photography, sculpture, and new media in the 8,400-square-foot Galen space.
Escena Golf Club to Palm Springs Air Museum (Course to Cool: 1.6 miles)
After nine holes and a stroll through the midcentury modern clubhouse, visit the Palm Springs Air Museum just down the street. Experience living aviation history with one of the country's premier collections of vintage aircraft.
Shadow Mountain Golf Club to The Living Desert (Course to Cool: 1.6 miles)
Master wedge and lofted iron shots at this rare Gene Sarazen design—Palm Desert's first course—then head to The Living Desert for indoor/outdoor wildlife adventures and family-friendly zoo experiences.
Hawk's Landing Golf Club to Pappy & Harriet's (Course to Cool: 5.0 miles)
In cooler Yucca Valley (10 degrees below desert floor temps), play six or all 12 holes at this unique course. Then visit neighboring Pioneertown for live music at Pappy & Harriet's, one of L.A.'s top venues.
Indian Canyons Golf Resort to Palm Springs VillageFest (Course to Cool: 1.9 miles)
Secure a twilight tee time at the historic North Course or redesigned South, then stroll to Palm Canyon Drive for VillageFest: food, shopping, and entertainment every Thursday (7:00–10:00 p.m. June–September; 6:00–10:00 p.m. October–May).
Indian Wells Golf Resort to The Nest (Course to Cool: 2.1 miles)
This top dual-course facility is minutes from The Nest, a vibrant spot for live piano music, drinks, dancing, and socializing.
Mountain Vista Sun City to La Quinta Brewing Co. taproom (Course to Cool: 1.1 miles)
These Billy Casper-designed courses pair perfectly with the La Quinta Brewing Co. taproom, one of the valley's top craft breweries. Sip the crisp Poolside Blonde Ale after nine inviting holes.
The First Tee to McCallum Theatre (Course to Cool: 2.8 miles)
Play the Par-3 nine-hole course at The First Tee in Palm Desert, then enjoy premier performances at the McCallum Theatre through mid-June.
Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort to Palm Springs POWER baseball (Course to Cool: 3.6 miles)
Tee off late on one of two courses, then catch a game at Palm Springs Stadium, home of the five-time defending SCCBL champion POWER. In-stadium misters ensure comfort amid summer sizzle.
