The Top Tennis Clubs in Palm Springs and Greater Coachella Valley (2026)

The Coachella Valley has more tennis courts per capita than almost anywhere else in the country. Year-round sun, dozens of clubs, and the BNP Paribas Open just down the road in Indian Wells. If you're planning a tennis trip to California, this is where the courts are.

The Picks

1. The Indian Wells Tennis Garden

Home of the BNP Paribas Open. 29 hard courts, public access for most of the year (closed during tournament weeks). The closest most amateur players will get to walking onto a Masters 1000 court.

2. Mission Hills Country Club, Rancho Mirage

30+ courts across hard, clay, and grass. Member-only, but reciprocal arrangements available for established club members. A perennial top-10 U.S. tennis facility.

3. The La Quinta Resort & Club

23 courts spread across hard and clay surfaces. Resort-affiliated, accessible via stay packages. Long history with the LPGA but the tennis facility is what locals come for.

4. The Westin Mission Hills Resort, Rancho Mirage

7 hard courts, day-pass available. The convenient option for travelers based in central Palm Springs.

5. Hyatt Regency Indian Wells

10 courts including stadium court, accessible via stay. Walk to Indian Wells Tennis Garden in 10 minutes for an extra session.

6. Sun City Palm Desert

14 courts, active retirement community with strong league play. Visitors via guest connections, not direct public booking.

7. The Springs Club, Rancho Mirage

14 courts, strong junior program. Member-only with limited reciprocal access.

8. Palm Springs Tennis Club

14 hard courts in central Palm Springs, public access, the most affordable serious tennis in the valley.

9. Desert Princess Country Club, Cathedral City

10 courts including stadium court, public access via stay. Quieter alternative to Indian Wells.

10. Trilogy Polo Club, La Quinta

16 courts, modern facility, day-pass available. Newer build with strong infrastructure but less character than the legacy clubs.

What to Bring

Desert tennis is its own thing: 100°F+ summer days, low humidity, intense UV. Hydration is non-negotiable, and your racquet bag needs to handle heat (strings loosen, gear cooks in trunk storage). The Racquet Bag Voyager is built for travel with weatherproof materials and structured racquet protection. Add a Wet-Dry Bag for sweat-soaked kit between sessions.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time of year for tennis in Palm Springs?

October through April. Summer temperatures regularly exceed 110°F (43°C) and most outdoor play happens before 9 AM or after 6 PM. November to March is peak season for tennis travelers.

Can the public play at Indian Wells Tennis Garden?

Yes — the Garden is open for public play and lessons most of the year, closed during BNP Paribas Open week (typically early-to-mid March) and limited access in the weeks before. Reservations recommended.

How much does it cost to play tennis in Palm Springs?

Public courts at hotels/resorts: $20-40 per hour. Private club guest fees: $50-100. The Indian Wells Tennis Garden public courts: $30-50 per hour depending on time and surface.

Built for the desert tennis trip: Racquet Bag Voyager · Tennis Travel Bundle.