Palm Royale at Palm Royale Country Club

Palm Royale Country Club sits in La Quinta, California, part of the Coachella Valley's concentration of desert golf courses. Ted Robinson Sr. designed the course, which opened in the late 1980s as part of the area's residential golf development boom. Robinson, known for incorporating substantial water features into his designs, brought that signature approach to this property despite its desert setting.

The course reflects Robinson's aesthetic preferences with multiple lakes and streams woven through the routing, creating visual contrast against the arid landscape and the Santa Rosa Mountains that frame the eastern horizon. The water hazards serve both strategic and ornamental purposes, requiring golfers to navigate carries and manage risk on approach shots. Palm trees line many fairways, typical of the region's landscaping style, and the layout accommodates players of varying skill levels through multiple tee configurations.

Palm Royale operates as a private country club serving a residential community. The course benefits from the Coachella Valley's winter climate, which draws seasonal residents and maintains favorable playing conditions during the cooler months. Like many La Quinta courses, it exists primarily as an amenity for members and their guests rather than as a tournament venue or public destination. The design emphasizes playability and visual appeal within the context of desert resort living, characteristic of Robinson's work throughout California and the Southwest.