Ruttger'S Bay Lake Lodge is an 18-hole golf course in Deerwood, MN with a par of 72. It offers 4 tee sets: black (6,822 yards, slope 140, rating 73.7), blue (6,333 yards, slope 134, rating 71.1), white (5,866 yards, slope 126, rating 69.2), gold (5,342 yards, slope 121, rating 66.7). The hardest hole is #4, a par 4 playing 384 yards from the first tee.
Ruttger'S Bay Lake Lodge
Deerwood, MN
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A relatively straightforward opening par 4 with a wide fairway that gradually narrows as it approaches the green. Bunkers protect the right side of the green, while the left offers a safer approach for a opening hole that sets a welcoming tone.
A long par 5 that plays as a genuine three-shot hole for most players, with a fairway that bends gently left. Water hazards and rough terrain define the outer edges, requiring accurate placement to set up a manageable approach.
A deceptively short but heavily bunkered par 4 that demands precision off the tee and approach. The green is tightly guarded by strategic bunkers, making this one of the course's most penalizing holes despite its modest yardage.
The course's most difficult hole, a par 4 with an exacting layout that punishes wayward shots severely. Trouble flanks both sides of the fairway and green, leaving little margin for error on this demanding test.
A substantial par 5 that rewards length off the tee but requires careful navigation around hazards in the landing zones. The hole's length and strategic positioning of trouble make it a stern mid-course challenge.
A short, straightforward par 4 that offers birdie potential for accurate golfers. The compact design and minimal hazards make this a welcome breather in the round's difficulty progression.
A mid-length par 3 where the green sits as a defined island target surrounded by trouble. Precision is paramount, as missing the green leaves a difficult recovery with little room for error.
A solid par 4 that plays relatively straight with fairway bunkers positioned to catch poorly placed tee shots. The approach must avoid greenside hazards that guard both sides of a moderately sized green.
A short par 3 that appears inviting but demands an accurate strike to a well-defined green. Despite its modest length, the tight target area and surrounding hazards make this deceptively challenging.
A lengthy par 5 that plays downhill and offers multiple routes for aggressive players willing to take on risk. Water and rough terrain define the perimeter, making strategic positioning off the tee critical for a manageable second shot.
A mid-range par 3 with a raised green that requires a confident strike to find the putting surface. Bunkers and sloping terrain surround the green, penalizing shots that miss their intended target.
The second-most difficult hole on the course, a par 4 with a fairway that narrows significantly near the green. Significant hazards frame the approach zone, making both tee placement and approach shot execution critically important.
A shorter par 4 that tempts aggressive players with birdie opportunities but can quickly punish poor execution. Strategic bunkering and a firm green make accuracy the key to a good score on this risk-reward hole.
A long par 5 that bends left with water and hazards defining the inside of the dogleg and outer rough. The hole's length combined with strategic trouble placement makes it a substantial test requiring both power and precision.
The course's shortest hole, a par 3 that plays to a small, elevated green with minimal margin for error. Despite its reduced yardage, the tight target and surrounding trouble make this a challenging short iron shot.
A generous par 5 with a fairway that opens up to allow aggressive players to advance deep into scoring position. Water and sand hazards define the outer edges, rewarding bold play while punishing those who stray from the fairway.
A mid-length par 4 with strategic hazard placement that requires careful club selection and course management. The fairway geometry and green approach angles create a hole that challenges different skill levels in distinct ways.
A striking closing par 3 played to an elevated green that serves as a memorable finishing hole. Hazards surround the target, making this a dramatic final test that leaves a lasting impression of 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 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| HCP | 15 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 17 | 9 | 11 | 13 | 16 | 14 | 2 | 12 | 10 | 18 | 8 | 6 | 4 | |||
| black | 446 | 512 | 381 | 417 | 514 | 320 | 221 | 400 | 196 | 3407 | 567 | 207 | 415 | 346 | 554 | 152 | 519 | 440 | 215 | 3415 | 6822 |
| blue | 409 | 499 | 343 | 384 | 506 | 303 | 195 | 372 | 146 | 3157 | 535 | 181 | 395 | 330 | 505 | 135 | 500 | 380 | 215 | 3176 | 6333 |
| white | 379 | 476 | 319 | 340 | 470 | 280 | 173 | 357 | 130 | 2924 | 490 | 155 | 379 | 319 | 488 | 120 | 437 | 360 | 194 | 2942 | 5866 |
| gold | 350 | 442 | 240 | 297 | 459 | 280 | 155 | 333 | 130 | 2686 | 455 | 155 | 317 | 288 | 431 | 120 | 398 | 328 | 164 | 2656 | 5342 |