Prairie Winds Gc is an 18-hole golf course in Watertown, SD with a par of 72. It offers 4 tee sets: black (6,806 yards, slope 125, rating 72.7), combo (6,806 yards, slope 124, rating 71.7), white (6,292 yards, slope 121, rating 70.4), gold (6,292 yards, slope 115, rating 67.7). The hardest hole is #18, a par 4 playing 383 yards from the first tee.
Prairie Winds Gc
Watertown, SD
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A demanding opening par 4 ranked among the course's hardest holes. The fairway is relatively open but tightens as it approaches the green, where bunkers and rough demand precision on the approach shot.

A reachable par 5 with a forgiving layout that rewards aggressive play. The hole plays relatively straight with moderate width, making it one of the more accessible longer holes on the course.

A short, straightforward par 3 playing to an accessible green. This is the easiest hole on the course, offering a confidence-building opportunity with minimal hazard concerns.

A shorter par 4 with a compact layout that plays shorter than the scorecard suggests. The narrow fairway and tight approach demand accuracy despite the reduced yardage.

A substantial par 4 with significant length differential between tees, particularly punishing from the back tees. The hole's length and narrow corridor make positioning critical for the approach.

One of the course's most difficult par 4s, requiring steady distance and control throughout. The fairway presents a measured challenge with hazards that penalize both distance and direction miscues.

A mid-length par 3 with a straightforward target and manageable hazards. The hole plays as an honest test without excessive difficulty or hidden danger.

A substantial par 5 offering genuine birdie potential for longer hitters. The fairway provides reasonable width with opportunities to advance the ball aggressively down the corridor.

A short par 4 that demands precision over power, with a tight layout that challenges accuracy. The compact yardage can be deceiving, as the narrow fairway and confined approach require controlled strikes.

The second-hardest hole on the course and a formidable par 5 from the back tees. The extended yardage and demanding architecture make this a pivotal test in the round.

A mid-length par 4 with a marked tee-to-green increase from the forward markers. The hole presents a straightforward but solid challenge with consistent difficulty across all tee positions.

A lengthy par 5 with significant yardage that stretches even experienced players. The extended distance makes this one of the more demanding longer holes on the back nine.

A mid-length par 3 with reasonable hazard placement and a manageable green complex. This hole represents a straightforward par 3 opportunity without excessive complications.

A well-balanced par 4 that presents an equitable test of accuracy and distance. The hole's moderate length and design offer a fair challenge without extreme difficulty.

One of the course's toughest par 4s, demanding both length and precision from tee to green. The fairway and approach present a comprehensive examination of shotmaking ability.

A short par 4 that plays considerably shorter than most holes on the course. The reduced yardage allows aggressive play, though precision remains important on the approach.

A straightforward par 3 of moderate length with a relatively open green complex. The hole presents a manageable target without excessive hazard concerns.

The most difficult hole on the course, a formidable finishing par 4 that demands excellence down the stretch. The combination of length, tight corridors, and closing pressure makes this a fitting climax 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| HCP | 2 | 12 | 18 | 10 | 6 | 4 | 16 | 14 | 8 | 3 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 7 | 5 | 11 | 15 | 1 | |||
| black | 393 | 485 | 173 | 375 | 515 | 425 | 185 | 495 | 350 | 3396 | 509 | 409 | 532 | 205 | 389 | 408 | 341 | 198 | 419 | 3410 | 6806 |
| combo | 393 | 485 | 173 | 375 | 515 | 425 | 185 | 495 | 350 | 3396 | 509 | 409 | 532 | 205 | 389 | 408 | 341 | 198 | 419 | 3410 | 6806 |
| white | 361 | 478 | 160 | 350 | 425 | 420 | 178 | 485 | 335 | 3192 | 483 | 350 | 498 | 178 | 355 | 379 | 314 | 160 | 383 | 3100 | 6292 |
| gold | 361 | 478 | 160 | 350 | 425 | 420 | 178 | 485 | 335 | 3192 | 483 | 350 | 498 | 178 | 355 | 379 | 314 | 160 | 383 | 3100 | 6292 |