Gardner Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Marion, IA with a par of 72. It offers 4 tee sets: blue (6,670 yards, slope 118, rating 72.5), white (6,308 yards, slope 114, rating 70.8), white/gold combo (5,968 yards, slope 112, rating 69), gold (5,581 yards, slope 110, rating 67). The hardest hole is #9, a par 4 playing 410 yards from the first tee.
Gardner Golf Course
Marion, IA
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A straightforward opening par 4 with a wide fairway that gradually narrows as it approaches the green. Bunkers guard both sides of the green, requiring an accurate approach shot to find the putting surface.

A long par 5 that plays as a three-shot hole for most players, with a relatively open fairway inviting position play off the tee. Water hazards and bunkers tighten around the green, demanding precision on the final approach.

A sturdy par 4 that plays uphill toward an elevated green with challenging approach angles. Bunkers frame the green on both sides, making it difficult to hold the putting surface on the second shot.

A short par 3 over a significant carry distance to a well-bunkered green. The confined nature of this hole makes distance control critical for finding the center of the green.

A demanding par 4 and the course's third-hardest hole, playing as a true test of precision. Out-of-bounds and bunkers punish errant shots on both sides, with the green protected by additional hazards.

A manageable par 5 with a wide fairway offering good birdie opportunities for longer hitters. The green is relatively open but well-guarded by bunkers, making the final approach the hole's primary defense.

A challenging par 4 that ranks among the course's toughest, with strategic bunkering throughout the hole. The fairway narrows significantly near the green, leaving little margin for error on the approach.

A mid-length par 3 playing over water to an island-style green surrounded by hazards on all sides. Precise distance control is essential, as missing the green in any direction results in a difficult recovery.

The course's most difficult hole, this par 4 demands accuracy off the tee and an exacting approach shot. Trouble surrounds the green on multiple sides, leaving no room for wayward shots.

A solid par 4 with a narrow fairway that requires a well-placed tee shot to set up the approach. Bunkers and rough frame the landing area, making position off the tee critical to scoring opportunities.

A long par 5 that plays as the course's easiest hole despite its length, offering reasonable opportunities for birdie. The fairway opens up nicely, though bunkers guard the approach to the green.

A short par 4 with an open fairway that invites aggressive play off the tee. The green is tucked into a corner with bunkers nearby, requiring an accurate second shot to avoid scrambling.

A short par 3 playing to a straightforward target with minimal frills. Though brief, precise distance control is needed to position the ball favorably for a birdie opportunity.

The second-hardest hole on the course, this par 4 punishes both power and imprecision in equal measure. Water, out-of-bounds, and bunkers create a gauntlet that demands respect throughout the hole.

A well-balanced par 4 with strategic bunkering throughout the hole layout. The fairway offers a clear line off the tee, but the green's defense requires careful distance management on the approach.

A long par 5 that dominates the scorecard with significant length and multiple hazards. The fairway requires a solid tee shot to set up a reasonable third shot, with water and bunkers guarding the approach.

A short but tricky par 3 with a tiny green protected by surrounding bunkers and rough. The confined target demands precision, as any miss leaves a challenging sand or recovery shot.

A strong finishing par 4 that requires both distance and accuracy to close out the round successfully. Bunkers frame the fairway and guard the green, providing a fitting test to cap the back nine.
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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| HCP | 9 | 15 | 13 | 11 | 3 | 17 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 10 | 18 | 8 | 14 | 2 | 6 | 12 | 16 | 4 | |||
| blue | 364 | 504 | 445 | 138 | 412 | 453 | 427 | 218 | 410 | 3371 | 420 | 451 | 378 | 138 | 411 | 399 | 555 | 144 | 403 | 3299 | 6670 |
| white | 364 | 473 | 389 | 138 | 366 | 430 | 404 | 183 | 392 | 3139 | 415 | 416 | 357 | 138 | 392 | 383 | 536 | 144 | 388 | 3169 | 6308 |
| white/gold combo | 364 | 473 | 350 | 138 | 366 | 430 | 375 | 172 | 365 | 3033 | 340 | 416 | 305 | 138 | 392 | 360 | 536 | 144 | 304 | 2935 | 5968 |
| gold | 336 | 405 | 350 | 138 | 305 | 415 | 375 | 172 | 365 | 2861 | 340 | 410 | 305 | 138 | 283 | 360 | 436 | 144 | 304 | 2720 | 5581 |