LANCASTER GOLF CENTER (1997)

 

DESERT REGION

Public: 9 hole - cost: $6-$8

431 East Avenue K, Lancaster, CA 93535

B (661) 726-3131

 

Designed by unknown. This is a pitch-and-putt course that specializes in teaching and promoting golf to juniors. From within Lancaster: Off Highway 14, exit at Avenue K and go east about four miles. It is on the right.

 

LANDMARK GOLF CLUB (1999)

 

DESERT REGION

Public - 36 hole - cost: $90 - $145

84-000 Landmark Parkway, Indio, CA 92203

Tel: (760) 775-2000  

 

Designed by Brian Curley, Lee Schmidt. Desert links golf is the best way to describe Landmark's two courses. Both layouts (North and South) incorporate constant elevation changes, perfectly manicured fairways, large undulating greens, and fantastic views of the surrounding desert mountains. A word of advice: the greens fall off around the edges, so play to the center. A good wedge game is key to scoring well at either course. Landmark Golf Club was once the home to the Skins Game. The yardage listed is for North course. Carts are included in green fees and mandatory. From Los Angeles (about 130 miles east to the course): Take I-10 east and exit at Golf Center Parkway. Go north one mile; the course is on the right. Play either course here and don't feel cheated. They are comparable and both offer excellent tests and looks.