Main Content

Why La Quinta is ‘America’s Ultimate Golfing Destination’

man golfing

La Quinta, CA is known by several nicknames, the most iconic being “The Gem of The Desert.” However, there is one name that best encapsulates what this desert city is all about: “America’s Ultimate Golfing Destination.”

La Quinta currently boasts an astounding selection of over 20, world-class golf courses, many of which have hosted notable tournaments. Moreover, the city has many golf communities, making the city perfect for those who love spending time on the green. Here are some of the best golf communities you can find in La Quinta, CA:

PGA West in La Quinta

A highly sought-after golf community, PGA West covers over 2,200 acres and is home to six private neighborhoods, making it one of the biggest golf communities in the entire Palm Springs area. Aside from its selection of over 1,400 Old Town and Spanish Revival-themed homes and other in-demand La Quinta, CA real estate, PGA West in La Quinta is best known for having hosted some of the biggest golf tournaments in the country, including The Skins Game, The Grand Slam of Golf, The Legends of Golf, and the PGA Tour Qualifying School. 

The Quarry at La Quinta

Established in 1994 and nestled at the base of the Coral and Santa Rosa Mountains, The Quarry at La Quinta is the world’s most private/secluded golf community with only a limited number of million-dollar homes available. Recognized by Travel and Leisure Magazine as one of the Top 100 golf communities in the US, the community takes pride in its award-winning Tom Fazio golf course, as well as amenities such as the 21,000-square-foot clubhouse, multiple fine-dining restaurants, and a state-of-the-art fitness center.

Andalusia Country Club, La Quinta 

One of the newer luxury golf developments in La Quinta, Andalusia Country Club has exquisitely designed homes, all of which offer spectacular views of the golf courses and the stunning Santa Rosa Mountains. In addition to its impressive golf courses, Andalusia also has amenities like a spa, tennis courts, and an impressive fitness center, making it the perfect community for those who enjoy a luxurious yet active lifestyle.

La Quinta Resort and Club

An original Palm Springs area resort and Hollywood hideaway dating back to 1926, La Quinta Resort and Club is a semi-private resort consisting mainly of the La Quinta Resort Hotel and its two Pete Dye-designed public golf courses: The Dunes and The Mountain Course. In addition, La Quinta Resort and Club is home to several golf communities, such as the gated condo community of Santa Rosa Cove, the private gated neighborhood of Enclave and Enclave Mountain Estates, and Los Estados at La Quinta Resort, one of the most exclusive communities in the entire city.

Interested in La Quinta country club homes for sale? Don’t hesitate to give me, Kathleen O’Keefe Galigher of La Quinta Realtors, a call today.  As a local real estate agent, I provide access to the finest homes for sale in La Quinta, CA. Drop me a line at 760.567.7822 or message me here to get started.