Lynx National Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Sauk Center, MN with a par of 72. It offers 3 tee sets: blue (7,000 yards, slope 140, rating 74.3), white (6,322 yards, slope 133, rating 71), gold (5,799 yards, slope 125, rating 68.3). The hardest hole is #6, a par 4 playing 410 yards from the first tee.
Lynx National Golf Course
Sauk Center, MN
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A straightaway par 4 opening hole with a generous fairway that narrows as it approaches the green. Bunkers guard both sides of the green, with particular protection on the right, demanding accuracy on the approach shot.
A short but challenging par 3 that plays as the course's third-hardest hole. Water hazard fronts the green, requiring a solid strike to carry the hazard and find the putting surface.
A forgiving par 4 with a wide fairway and minimal hazards, making it one of the course's more accessible scoring opportunities. The relatively short length allows for a straightforward approach to a well-bunkered green.
A long par 5 with an easy routing that rewards patience and accuracy over distance. The fairway is relatively open, but greenside bunkers protect the par 5 target, making the final approach the critical shot.
A mid-length par 3 featuring water as a significant threat, particularly on the left side of the green. The compact green and surrounding hazards demand precision from the tee.
The course's signature hole and number-one handicap, this par 4 presents the stiffest test with length and strategic difficulty. Hazards are positioned to penalize poor positioning off the tee and approach shots.
A moderate par 4 that plays shorter than its length suggests, offering a relatively straightforward routing. Despite its accessibility, bunkers frame the green and demand an accurate second shot.
A long and demanding par 5 with significant length, particularly from the blue tees. The hole's challenge comes from both its yardage and strategic bunkering near the green, making the third shot critical.
A strong par 4 closing the front nine with length and complexity. Out-of-bounds or water threats come into play, and the green is well-protected, making this a defining hole before the turn.
A solid par 4 beginning the back nine with a fairway that opens up the approach. Strategic bunkers frame the green, and the hole's moderate difficulty makes it a fair test to start the second half.
A mid-length par 4 with a fairway that demands accuracy to set up a manageable approach. Bunkers and potential water hazards protect the green, making club selection and course management essential.
A lengthy par 5 with a straightforward routing that gives aggressive players a chance to reach in two. The green is surrounded by hazards, making the third shot or lay-up placement crucial to scoreability.
The second-hardest hole on the course, this par 4 combines length with strategic difficulty and significant hazards. Out-of-bounds or water threats frame the hole, and the green demands precision.
The easiest hole at Lynx National, this short par 3 offers a reprieve with minimal hazards. The small, relatively unprotected green makes this a genuine birdie opportunity.
A mammoth par 5 that plays as the course's longest hole, testing distance and endurance. The expansive fairway gives strategic options, but hazards tighten near the green to protect the par 5.
A shorter par 4 with a bent or angled routing that presents strategic choices off the tee. Bunkers and hazards penalize poor positioning, making this an interesting mid-length test.
A beautiful short par 3 featuring water and bunkers that frame the small, elevated green. The scenic hole demands an accurate strike despite its modest yardage.
A strong finishing par 4 with length and strategic complexity, capping the round with a memorable challenge. Hazards protect the green, and the hole's difficulty makes a closing birdie especially rewarding.
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 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| HCP | 7 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 9 | 1 | 15 | 11 | 5 | 8 | 12 | 14 | 2 | 18 | 10 | 16 | 4 | 6 | |||
| blue | 452 | 220 | 365 | 470 | 185 | 410 | 388 | 540 | 415 | 3445 | 385 | 433 | 500 | 425 | 180 | 625 | 380 | 185 | 442 | 3555 | 7000 |
| white | 406 | 195 | 345 | 465 | 150 | 368 | 330 | 480 | 389 | 3128 | 350 | 396 | 452 | 390 | 153 | 525 | 366 | 165 | 397 | 3194 | 6322 |
| gold | 377 | 175 | 315 | 430 | 140 | 335 | 310 | 418 | 360 | 2860 | 307 | 355 | 430 | 347 | 125 | 495 | 356 | 146 | 378 | 2939 | 5799 |