Private · 36 Holes

Bighorn Golf Club

255 Palowet Drive, Palm Desert, California

PrivateMembership

36Holes

Tom FazioCourse Designer

4.8★296 Reviews

Palm Desert, CALocation

6Listings

The Club

About Bighorn Golf Club

Bighorn Golf Club is renowned for its innovative approach and world-class amenities, offering a luxurious experience in a stunning desert landscape. The club features two championship courses, the Canyons Course designed by Tom Fazio and the Mountains Course by Arthur Hills, providing unforgettable golfing experiences. Members enjoy access to fine dining, a spa and wellness...

Facilities

Club Amenities

Pull Cart

Club Rental

Club Fitting

Pro Shop

Golf Lessons

Driving Range

Putting Green

Restaurant

Fine Dining

Spa

Reception Hall

Clubhouse

Changing Room

Lockers

Real Estate

Listings at Bighorn Golf Club

137 Metate Pl

Palm Desert, CA

$3,995,000

20 Ocotillo Ln

Palm Desert, CA

$199,000

119 Tamit Pl

Palm Desert, CA

$2,995,000

148 Menil Pl

Palm Desert, CA

$5,795,000

245 Kiva Ct

Palm Desert, CA

$2,395,000

330 Metate Pl

Palm Desert, CA

$7,950,000

Membership

Joining Bighorn Golf Club

Members of Bighorn Golf Club enjoy exclusive access to two championship golf courses, a luxurious clubhouse with fine dining options, and a state-of-the-art spa and wellness center. The club offers a range of amenities including a pro shop, junior golf programs, and various social events, making it a premier destination for golf enthusiasts and their families.

Membership Options

Ways to Join

Single Golf Membership

golf

$250,000Initiation
$2,833/moDues

Dual Golf Membership

golf

$350,000Initiation
$3,250/moDues

Social and Fitness Membership

social

$150,000Initiation
$30,000/yrAnnual

Fees are approximate and gathered from public sources — contact the club to confirm current pricing.

Reviews

What People Say

4.8/5

★★★★★

Google · 296 reviews

In summary

Bighorn Golf Club in Palm Desert, California, is highly praised for its immaculate course conditions, stunning desert and mountain scenery, and exceptional staff service. The club offers a challenging and beautifully designed layout with two championship courses, complemented by luxurious amenities such as fine dining and a world-class clubhouse. The private nature of the club means access is limited to members and their guests, which some might find restrictive.

★★★★★4 months ago

BIGHORN Golf Club - The Canyons Course Round Review Play Date: February 12, 2026 Course: The Canyons Course (Tom Fazio Design) Location: Palm Desert, California Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) 🏆 Overall Impression Nestled in the heart of the California desert in Palm Desert, BIGHORN Golf Club's The Canyons Course delivered a flawless day of golf, truly showcasing Tom Fazio's masterful design. Ranked #27 in California by Golf Digest, this course more than lives up to its prestigious reputation with exceptional conditioning and brilliant architecture. ✨ Course Conditioning - Absolute Perfection…

— MAX KIM

★★★★★6 years ago

One of the most beautiful places I’ve visited. They keep all the greens very nice and the surrounding flowers are also amazing. The Mountain View down to the city is superb. All sidewalks and roads in amazing condition. This place really knows how to take care of the lawn. All the staff is very friendly and knows how to take care of anything you need. This is also a gated community will need special permission to enter.

— C J

★★★★★7 years ago

The greatest private golf club I've ever played. The actual definition of IMMACULATE conditions. Two championship courses. Played the mountains course and it had everything, water trouble, elevation shots, doglegs, Extremely fun and exciting. This might be the greatest course in the entire California desert.

— Henry Hill

★★★★★Edited 3 years ago

I've had the Honor to play both the Canyons and Mountain 3 times each and is always the highlight of our trip to the desert. Top notch Golf and knowledgeable Caddys. They also have a Starbucks at the turn.

— Jose Quiroz

★★★★★4 years ago

Best course I’ve ever played. We felt so fortunate for the opportunity. Greens were in tip top shape. The fairways looked like there were cut with scissors and no one has ever played. Plus the clubhouse has a fantastic view over the 18th hole. Hats off to the design and to our caddie Tyler for taking us down to where the rat pack used to gather

— Tyler Vonderheide

★★★★★5 years ago

Amazing place! So beautiful. Golf course is immaculate, caddies are very helpful and friendly, challenging course for sure, and clubhouse is a work of art in architecture. Feel very fortunate to have been able to play golf at Big Horn.

— Christine Hopson

★★★★★4 years ago

Totally epic. If you get the chance here take it. Not a blade of grass out of place.

— Jesse Troili

★★★★★8 years ago

The Ultimate in Mountain - Desert Golf. A bucket-list golf course with a tremendous layout, great caddies and sensational agronomy. Very luxury and private - Members and Guests Only ...

— Robert Stenhammer

★★★★★2 years ago

Club and the staff always make your visit special. Food delicious and the grounds immaculate.

— Courtney Meier - TPro

★★★★★a year ago

A golf experience like no other. Incredible service, even better facilities and an attentive and knowledgeable staff make for a great golf outing. It’s private, so you need a friend that’s a member to play, but if the opportunity presents itself, don’t pass go, head straight to the pro shop.

— Greg Bartoletti

★★★★★2 years ago

I had an opportunity to play Bighorn Mountains course last week through the SCGA. It was an awesome experience! I wish there were more opportunities to play, but I may have to wait until next year’s SCGA member outing. This would be my second favorite SoCal golf course after The Crosby.

— Tim Anderson

★★★★★2 years ago