The vision
Johnny Dawson and Jimmy Hines envisioned a country club in an Indian Wells cove.
OUR STORY
A tradition of connection.
A member-owned club shaped by its people and its desert setting.
A vision that became a community.
Longtime friends Johnny Dawson and Jimmy Hines saw the potential of a wind-protected cove in 1956. The property, once a farm growing dates, grapes and grapefruit, became the setting for Eldorado.
The Club’s first golf round took place on November 22, 1957. Generations of members have since carried forward a culture of friendship and discretion.
Membership is independent of real estate ownership and remains by invitation.
THROUGH THE YEARS
Our history.
The first round
Construction began on the former Page Farm. The first round was played on November 22.
The clubhouse
Architect William F. Cody designed the clubhouse.
The Ryder Cup
Eldorado hosted the Ryder Cup, with Sam Snead captaining the winning American team.
A winter home
Dwight D. Eisenhower became an honorary member and spent winters at the Club.
The Desert Classic
Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer appeared at the Palm Springs Invitational Golf Classic at Eldorado.
Community connections
Eldorado members contributed to the efforts behind Eisenhower Medical Center.
Presidential visits
Ronald Reagan was among the presidents to visit Eldorado and become an honorary member.
Fitness and tennis
The Club expanded its fitness, pool and tennis facilities.
A new course
Tom Fazio rebuilt the golf course, updating its layout and landscape.
Ike’s opens
Member contributions helped create a casual dining venue named for Eisenhower.