4 Reasons PGA WEST® Should Be Your Next Golf Vacation
Famed golf destination PGA WEST in La Quinta, California
Sunshine, fresh air, warm breezes—add sparkling lakes meandering through the landscape and majestic Santa Rosa Mountains looming in the background and teeing off at PGA WEST® is truly a one-of-a-kind experience. Couple that with courses designed by the legends of golf that keep players on their toes—nothing beats golfing at the Western Home of Golf in America™.
Teeing off at The Western Home of Golf in America
If a great climate, epic scenery, and iconic golf courses aren’t convincing enough, here are four more compelling reasons why you should book your next golf getaway at PGA WEST:
#1: Five World-Class Resort Courses in Close Proximity
Experience five phenomenal golf courses and be among the first to play the newly restored PGA WEST® Pete Dye Stadium Course when it reopens this fall after a spectacular transformation helmed by award-winning golf architect and Dye protégé Tim Liddy. Liddy also oversaw the 2023 restoration of Pete Dye’s Mountain Course, famed for its design, playability, and stunning panorama, as well as Dye’s Dunes Course, a signature Dye design with well-guarded greens and railroad tie-wrapped water hazards.
PGA WEST Pete Dye Mountain Course
The PGA WEST® Greg Norman Course—Norman’s only design in Greater Palm Springs—continues to wow golfers after a 2022 makeover. Inspired by the look and feel of the Australian Outback, the course is positioned on a prehistoric ocean bed, 40 feet below sea level. Restored in 2020, the Nicklaus Tournament Course features two island greens, cavernous bunkers, tiered fairways, and plenty of sloping greens to offer a true test for long hitters and short games.
PGA WEST Greg Norman Course
#2: Golf Instruction with the Best of the Best
Significantly improve your game by taking lessons from the top-notch teaching staff at the PGA WEST® Golf Academy. This world-class facility boasts an instructional team featuring national Top 100 and Best in State instructors, along with a Master Club Fitter. They will help you assess your game, pinpoint problem areas, and create clear strategies for improvement. The Golf Academy offers a variety of programs for golfers of all levels, including private and group instruction, specialty clinics, and the Operation 36 training program.
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#3: Outstanding Amenities at PGA WEST
Whether you’re stopping in for a bite, unwinding after a round of golf, or enjoying an evening out with friends, you’ll find a friendly vibe, killer views, and exceptional service at the three PGA WEST clubhouses open to the public. Stop by Ernie’s Bar & Grill in the Tournament Clubhouse to enjoy a diverse menu featuring gourmet burgers, fresh salads, and signature entrees. A 2023 refresh and redesign of the Pete Dye Clubhouse has amped up the entertainment factor with the addition of The Bunker Bar and two Trackman 4 indoor golf simulators. PGA WEST Club Members and visitors alike gravitate to Wallaby’s West in the Australian-inspired ranch-style Greg Norman Clubhouse. There, glowing flagstone fireplaces illuminate a spacious sunken patio with unrivaled mountain views. (Insider’s tip: visit www.pgawest.com for seasonal hours of operation.)
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Tournament Clubhouse Golf Shop
Full-service golf shops offer a wide variety of merchandise including golf equipment, signature accessories and golf gadgets, shoes, and the latest in golf apparel from top-tier lines like Peter Millar and Travis Mathew.
#4: Plenty of Travel and Accommodation Options
Palm Springs International Airport
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By Air: PGA WEST is only a 40-minute drive from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP). PSP’s 11 airlines offer nonstop flights to more than 30 destinations and connections to major hubs for worldwide travel. Visitors can also book private charter service to and from Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport in nearby Thermal.
By Car: PGA WEST is located 2-1/2 hours by car from the major metropolitan areas of Los Angeles, San Diego, and Orange County, making it an ideal golf destination for leisure travelers and corporate groups.
Luxurious La Quinta Resort & Club captures the essence of the desert lifestyle.
Places to Stay: Set against the stunning backdrop of the Santa Rosa Mountains, La Quinta Resort & Club is only 10 minutes from PGA WEST. This famed retreat spread across 45 acres of lush desert landscape and citrus groves offers a true oasis for relaxation and recreation. Amenities include 41 sparkling pools, luxury Spa La Quinta, restaurants, tennis and pickleball, fitness center, and more. PGA WEST and La Quinta vacation rentals are available through California Lifestyle Realty and La Quinta Resort Leasing. For a comprehensive list of places to stay in La Quinta, California and surrounding desert cities, explore www.visitgreaterpalmsprings.com.
Discover more at www.pgawest.com and start planning your ultimate bucket list golf getaway today!