Since time immemorial, the people of Soboba have inhabited the land that currently encompasses the cities of San Jacinto, Hemet, Valle Vista, and Winchester. The Soboba Indian Reservation lies at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains, along the San Jacinto River and its tributary streams, Poppet and Indian Creeks, as well as more than 40 perennial springs. The San Jacinto Mountains and Coachella Valley are traditionally and historically Cahuilla traditional use areas.
The public Soboba Springs Golf Course includes an 18-hole course, a driving range, a putting green, bunkers and a Golf Pro Shop. Initially established in the 1960s, the course was revitalized by the tribe and reopened in 2006 after an extensive redesign by famed golf architect Cary Bickler. Today, it is not only a favorite among local golfers but has also hosted prestigious events, including the Soboba Golf Classic, part of the Nationwide Tour (now the Korn Ferry Tour). The course’s tribal ownership adds cultural depth, as the Soboba people have lived in this region for centuries, and their connection to the land is reflected in the care and vision behind the resort’s development.