Ponderosa Butte Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Colstrip, MT with a par of 72. It offers 4 tee sets: white/blue (6,469 yards, slope 128, rating 71.1), gold/white (5,991 yards, slope 121, rating 68.8), gold/gold (5,642 yards, slope 116, rating 67.4), red/gold (5,235 yards, slope 114, rating 65). The hardest hole is #18, a par 5 playing 465 yards from the first tee.
Ponderosa Butte Golf Course
Colstrip, MT
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A short par 3 playing under 150 yards from most tees, offering a relatively straightforward approach to the green. The modest length makes this an inviting opening hole, though accuracy is still required for a clean start.
A demanding par 4 ranked as the second-hardest hole on the course, stretching to nearly 400 yards from the back tees. The extended length and high handicap rating suggest significant trouble awaits, likely in the form of strategic hazards or a challenging green complex.
A mid-length par 4 that plays relatively consistent yardage across tee boxes, ranging from 275 to 330 yards. The moderate handicap and steady distances suggest a straightforward hole without excessive trickery.
A short par 4 under 250 yards from the forward tees and 378 from the back, offering a birdie opportunity despite its placement as a mid-handicap hole. The wide variance in difficulty between tee boxes indicates the hole's character changes significantly based on length.
A reachable par 5 under 500 yards that plays as a genuine scoring opportunity from most tees. The favorable handicap rating suggests aggressive players have legitimate chances to reach the green in two shots.
A short par 4 playing under 320 yards from most tees, presenting another birdie window on the front nine. The low handicap index suggests the hole's brevity is offset by a defensive layout or challenging green.
A mid-length par 3 ranging from 149 to 178 yards, with the front tees playing notably shorter than the back. This one-shot hole demands precision over a consistent distance, with its moderate handicap indicating reasonable difficulty.
A strong par 4 ranked sixth-hardest on the course, playing 324 to 342 yards and presenting a stern test despite its relative shortness. The combination of length and handicap rating suggests a tight, well-bunkered layout that demands accuracy.
The second-hardest hole on the course, this par 5 stretches to 520 yards from the back tees and tests even skilled players over distance. The significant yardage variation between tee boxes and demanding handicap indicate a hole that punishes poor execution severely.
A very short par 3 playing consistently around 145 yards across all tees, offering a reprieve early on the back nine. The high handicap rating belies its modest length, suggesting the green or surrounding hazards present deceptive difficulty.
The third-hardest hole on the course, this par 4 stretches to nearly 400 yards and represents a significant challenge on the back nine. The severe handicap rating paired with substantial length indicates formidable obstacles between tee and green.
A mid-length par 4 ranging from 281 to 350 yards depending on tee selection, offering a moderate test in the middle of the back nine. The balanced yardage and mid-handicap rating suggest a straightforward but honest hole.
A par 4 that grows considerably from front to back tees, expanding from 324 to 402 yards, presenting different challenges for different players. The hole's increasing difficulty rating alongside its yardage growth suggests a strategic design that rewards longer hitters.
A lengthy par 5 stretching to 533 yards from the championship tees, ranked seventh-hardest on the course and demanding extended power and precision. The significant yardage and strong handicap rating indicate this hole requires near-perfect execution to score well.
A mid-length par 4 in the 318-to-386-yard range, positioned as a birdie opportunity despite its moderate handicap rating. The relatively favorable rating suggests the hole's design leans toward accessibility compared to surrounding holes.
A short par 3 playing under 190 yards from all tees, offering another one-shot scoring chance on the back nine. The mid-handicap rating indicates that modest length is balanced by a challenging green or hazard placement.
The fifth-hardest hole on the course, this par 4 stretches to 377 yards from the back tees and presents a formidable test near the finish. The strong handicap rating combined with solid length suggests this is a pivotal hole that separates good rounds from great ones.
The most difficult hole on the course, this finishing par 5 reaches 560 yards from the championship tees and demands a complete performance. The daunting length and top handicap rating make this a dramatic closing challenge that tests every aspect of the game.
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| HCP | 18 | 4 | 10 | 14 | 8 | 16 | 12 | 6 | 2 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 13 | 7 | 15 | 11 | 5 | 1 | |||
| white/blue | 144 | 396 | 330 | 378 | 496 | 380 | 178 | 342 | 520 | 3164 | 147 | 396 | 350 | 402 | 533 | 353 | 187 | 377 | 560 | 3305 | 6469 |
| gold/white | 142 | 353 | 281 | 324 | 465 | 318 | 149 | 324 | 465 | 2821 | 144 | 396 | 330 | 378 | 496 | 386 | 178 | 342 | 520 | 3170 | 5991 |
| gold/gold | 142 | 353 | 281 | 324 | 465 | 318 | 149 | 324 | 465 | 2821 | 142 | 353 | 281 | 324 | 465 | 318 | 149 | 324 | 465 | 2821 | 5642 |
| red/gold | 131 | 284 | 275 | 248 | 360 | 273 | 179 | 269 | 425 | 2444 | 142 | 353 | 281 | 324 | 435 | 318 | 149 | 324 | 465 | 2791 | 5235 |