Palm Desert, California
Bighorn Golf Club
Tom Fazio Canyons Course and Arthur Hills Mountains Course. Ultra-private. Homes from $3M to $20M+.
The Community
About Bighorn Golf Club
Bighorn Golf Club is in a category of its own in the Coachella Valley. Set against the Santa Rosa Mountains in south Palm Desert, this guard-gated private enclave is recognized internationally as one of the premier golf and lifestyle communities in the American Southwest.
The community is built around two championship golf courses — the Tom Fazio-designed Canyons Course and the Arthur Hills-designed Mountains Course — both carved through dramatic desert terrain with elevation changes and mountain views that define the Bighorn experience. Membership is private, coveted, and limited.
Homes range from elegant attached villas to expansive custom estates exceeding 10,000 square feet. Architecture throughout is Southwestern contemporary, with stone, glass, and materials that integrate with the natural desert setting. Many homes sit on elevated lots with direct mountain or fairway views.
Bighorn's amenity package rivals a five-star resort. The clubhouse, spa, fitness center, tennis courts, and dining program are operated at a level that few communities anywhere can match.
| Location | Palm Desert, CA |
| Home Price Range | $3,000,000 to $20,000,000+ |
| HOA Fees | Approx. $1,150 to $1,812/month depending on home |
| Land Ownership | Fee simple — buyers own the land outright |
| Golf | Tom Fazio (Canyons Course) and Arthur Hills (Mountains Course) |
| Membership | Private, by invitation; not automatic with purchase |
| Security | 24-hour guard-gated with roving patrol |
| Home Types | Custom estates, attached villas, single- and two-story |
| Nearest Airport | Palm Springs International — approx. 20 min |
Life at Bighorn Golf Club
The Bighorn Lifestyle
Golf
The Mountains Course and Canyons Course are consistently cited among the finest golf experiences in Southern California. Both layouts maximize the dramatic elevation changes and desert landscaping unique to Bighorn's position at the base of the Santa Rosa Mountains. Conditioning is maintained at tournament standards year-round.
Wellness and Amenities
Bighorn's spa, fitness center, resort-style pools, and tennis program are managed to an exceptionally high standard. The integration of wellness programming has made the community increasingly attractive to buyers who place health and longevity alongside golf as priorities.
Privacy and Security
Bighorn operates with one of the most rigorous security protocols in the Coachella Valley. Access is tightly controlled, all guests are screened, and roving patrol supplements the guard gate around the clock. For buyers who require genuine privacy, this is one of Bighorn's most valued attributes.
Buyer Profile
Who Buys at Bighorn Golf Club
Typical Buyer Profile
- Net worth typically $10M to $100M+
- C-suite executives, founders, retired business owners
- Serious golfers drawn to Fazio and Arthur Hills championship course designs
- Buyers from Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Chicago
- Second or third home purchase — often downsizing from a larger primary
- Age range typically 55 to 75
- Privacy and security are non-negotiable requirements
What Sellers Need Here
- Agent with genuine relationships at this price point
- Coldwell Banker Global Luxury global marketing network
- Editorial-quality photography, aerial, and cinematic video
- Off-market buyer outreach for clients requiring discretion
- Accurate pricing — overpricing in a thin market is costly
- Membership transfer coordination and timeline management
- Staging consultation for ultra-luxury presentation
Expert Representation
Ryan Gaertner | Coldwell Banker Global Luxury
Ryan has represented buyers and sellers in the Coachella Valley's most exclusive communities for over 23 years. His CLHMS certification, Coldwell Banker Global Luxury platform, and deep local relationships give clients a genuine advantage — whether buying or selling in Bighorn Golf Club.
Ranked in the top 1% of agents in the Greater Palm Springs area, Ryan brings a level of market knowledge and professional reach that this market demands.
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72605 Hwy 111, Ste B1, Palm Desert CA
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Bighorn Golf Club — Frequently Asked Questions
What are home prices at Bighorn Golf Club?
Bighorn homes typically range from approximately $3 million to over $20 million. Pricing is driven by lot location, view orientation, square footage, and interior finish. Mountain-view estates at the upper elevations consistently command the highest prices.
What are HOA fees at Bighorn Golf Club?
HOA fees at Bighorn Golf Club are approximately $1,150 to $1,812 per month depending on the specific home and neighborhood. These cover 24-hour guard-gated security, community landscaping, and shared amenities. Golf club membership dues are separate: Golf Membership runs approximately $2,833 per month (single) or $3,250 per month (dual), with initiation fees of $200,000 for Club Membership and $300,000 for Golf Membership. Membership categories and fees should always be confirmed directly with Bighorn Properties as they are subject to change.
Is golf membership included when you buy at Bighorn?
Golf club membership at Bighorn is private and is not automatically included with a home purchase. Membership availability and initiation fees should be confirmed with the club during the purchase process. Ryan guides buyers through this process appropriately.
Is Bighorn on lease land or fee land?
Bighorn Golf Club properties are on fee simple (owned) land. Buyers own the land beneath their homes outright, distinct from some Palm Springs communities on Indian lease land.
Who designed the golf courses at Bighorn?
Bighorn has two distinct championship courses: the Canyons Course, designed by Tom Fazio, and the Mountains Course, designed by Arthur Hills. Both are maintained at tournament standards year-round. The courses were built in 1991 and 1998 respectively.
How does Bighorn compare to The Reserve or Vintage Club?
All three are among the most exclusive communities in the valley. Bighorn has two courses and is defined by its mountain setting and active social calendar. The Reserve is smaller and more intimate. Vintage has two courses and a long-established social culture. The choice usually comes down to course preference, community character, and total cost.
Who is the best real estate agent for Bighorn Golf Club?
Ryan Gaertner of Coldwell Banker Global Luxury has over 23 years of Coachella Valley experience. His CLHMS certification and global marketing platform make him the most qualified choice for Bighorn buyers and sellers.
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