Elkhorn Ridge Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Spearfish, SD with a par of 72. It offers 6 tee sets: black (7,220 yards, slope 137, rating 74.6), black/blue (6,798 yards, slope 133, rating 73), blue (6,532 yards, slope 130, rating 71.6), blue/white (6,132 yards, slope 126, rating 70.1), white (5,948 yards, slope 124, rating 68.7), gold (4,965 yards, slope 116, rating 65.3). The hardest hole is #2, a par 4 playing 359 yards from the first tee.
Elkhorn Ridge Golf Club
Spearfish, SD
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A short, straightforward par 4 that offers birdie opportunity off the tee. The fairway is forgiving, but the green is flanked by bunkers that tighten the approach and demand accuracy on the second shot.

The #1 handicap hole plays as a stern test with a tight, lengthy fairway. Bunkers frame both sides of the approach, and the well-bunkered green requires a precise second shot to find the putting surface.

A short par 3 with a severely elevated tee shot that plays shorter than the card. The green is well-protected by bunkers, making this a deceptive one-shotter despite its modest yardage.

A mid-length par 4 that plays straight with a narrow, demanding fairway corridor. Bunkers guard the green on the right, and the tight landing area makes this a precision-driven hole from the tee.

A reachable par 5 with a fairway that bends gently and offers scoring opportunity for longer hitters. The approach area opens up to the green, but accuracy is still required to avoid the surrounding hazards.

A mid-range par 3 elevated above the fairway with a deceptive distance. Bunkers surround the green on multiple sides, making club selection and execution critical on this exposed one-shotter.

A smooth par 4 with a relatively open fairway and straightforward approach. The green sits in a natural amphitheater with subtle bunkering, rewarding solid strikes on both shots.

A long, strategic par 5 that demands careful placement off the tee and on the approach. The fairway slopes and tightens in critical areas, with bunkers positioned to catch wayward shots throughout the hole.

A challenging par 4 that plays longer than many on the course with a fairway that requires accuracy. The approach to the green is tight, and hazards penalize anything offline from either shot.

A deceptive mid-length par 4 with a fairway that narrows significantly approaching the green. Strategic bunkering on both sides of the approach creates a demanding finishing stretch to the front nine.

The second-most difficult hole on the course, this par 4 is a brute with length and demanding positioning. The fairway offers limited bail-out area, and the green is well-defended, making this a true examination of skill.

A lengthy par 5 that rewards position over distance, with a fairway that requires thoughtful layup decisions. Strategic bunkering throughout the hole challenges golfers on all three shots and tests course management.

A short, reachable par 3 that belies its difficulty with a narrow, well-protected green. The compact nature of the hole and tight bunkering make this a precision test despite the modest distance.

The easiest par 5 on the course, this hole offers genuine birdie opportunity with a wide, inviting fairway. The approach area is relatively open, allowing aggressive players to take advantage of the forgiving layout.

A picturesque mid-length par 4 with elegant bunkering that frames the fairway and green. The hole's character is defined by its aesthetic challenge—bunkers placed to reward accurate positioning rather than brute length.

A very short par 3 that plays as a risk-reward proposition despite minimal yardage. The compact green and surrounding bunkers create drama on this unique one-shotter that can make or break a round.

A scenic, slightly downhill par 4 with a favorable fairway that opens toward the green. The modest length and forgiving approach make this an opportune scoring hole in the closing stretch.

A strong finishing par 4 that plays longer than many on the course with a demanding fairway. The green is well-bunkered and positioned to test nerve on the final hole, providing a dramatic conclusion to the round.
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| HCP | 15 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 17 | 5 | 13 | 7 | 11 | 16 | 2 | 4 | 10 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 8 | 12 | |||
| black | 402 | 406 | 220 | 422 | 536 | 225 | 418 | 568 | 458 | 3655 | 442 | 458 | 615 | 189 | 513 | 402 | 121 | 365 | 460 | 3565 | 7220 |
| black/blue | 329 | 359 | 205 | 422 | 536 | 225 | 363 | 505 | 458 | 3402 | 412 | 421 | 555 | 189 | 513 | 402 | 121 | 365 | 418 | 3396 | 6798 |
| blue | 329 | 359 | 205 | 390 | 485 | 205 | 363 | 505 | 413 | 3254 | 412 | 421 | 555 | 156 | 500 | 361 | 110 | 345 | 418 | 3278 | 6532 |
| blue/white | 300 | 319 | 167 | 390 | 485 | 205 | 340 | 464 | 413 | 3083 | 350 | 392 | 510 | 156 | 500 | 361 | 110 | 345 | 325 | 3049 | 6132 |
| white | 300 | 319 | 167 | 370 | 435 | 190 | 340 | 464 | 375 | 2960 | 350 | 392 | 510 | 156 | 490 | 330 | 105 | 330 | 325 | 2988 | 5948 |
| gold | 276 | 293 | 81 | 251 | 365 | 130 | 327 | 451 | 350 | 2524 | 300 | 287 | 440 | 111 | 423 | 268 | 70 | 264 | 278 | 2441 | 4965 |