Wakonda Club is an 18-hole golf course in Des Moines, IA with a par of 72. It offers 7 tee sets: black (6,897 yards, slope 139, rating 74.2), blue (6,489 yards, slope 135, rating 72), blue/white (6,365 yards, slope 133, rating 71.3), white (6,306 yards, slope 132, rating 71.1), white/gold (5,997 yards, slope 128, rating 69.5), red (5,361 yards, slope 118, rating 66.9), gold (5,270 yards, slope 117, rating 66.4). The hardest hole is #5, a par 5 playing 431 yards from the first tee.
Wakonda Club
Des Moines, IA
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A straightforward opening par 4 that plays to a moderate length with a fairway that holds its width through the landing area. Bunkers guard the right side of the green, demanding accuracy on the approach shot.

A short par 3 with a welcoming green and minimal hazards, making it an ideal warm-up hole. The green's modest size still requires precision despite the hole's brevity.

A par 4 that plays shorter for most tees but stretches significantly from the back. The hole's character shifts based on tee selection, with the longer versions presenting a more demanding second shot to the green.

A solid par 4 that presents a fair test of striking ability without excessive hazards dominating the hole. The fairway allows room to work, but accuracy into the green becomes increasingly important from the longer tees.

The course's #1 handicap hole, this lengthy par 5 demands power and precision across a considerable distance. The hole's length forces most players into a three-shot scenario with strategic positioning essential.

A mid-length par 4 that balances accessibility with challenge through its moderate yardage and straightforward design. The approach shot to the green requires careful attention to its contours and any surrounding hazards.

A short par 4 that can be attacked aggressively from the tees, offering the possibility of a short approach or even reaching the green off the tee from forward positions. The hole's brevity makes it an inviting scoring opportunity despite its modest handicap rating.

A strategic par 5 that climbs in difficulty significantly from the forward tees to the back markers, with the longer versions playing as one of the course's stiffest tests. The extended distance demands precise execution across multiple shots.

A closing par 3 for the front nine that plays to a moderate distance with a straightforward presentation. Despite its higher handicap rating, the hole offers a clean look at the green without major intimidating hazards.

The back nine opens with a strong par 4 that ranks among the course's most challenging holes by handicap. The fairway and green demand quality shotmaking, with the longer tees significantly increasing the difficulty.

A solid par 4 of moderate length with a relatively straightforward design that tests consistency more than heroics. The hole plays fairly from most tees without excessive hazards dominating the play.

A shorter par 4 that offers a more approachable hole despite its tough handicap rating, allowing for aggressive play from the tee. The green presents the primary challenge, requiring accuracy on what may be a short iron approach.

This par 5 ranks as the #2 handicap and is one of the course's most demanding holes, with substantial length that increases dramatically from forward to back tees. The extended yardage and likely hazards create a punishing test of all-around play.

A short par 3 with a welcoming presentation and minimal difficulty, providing a birdie opportunity before the closing stretch. The hole's brevity and favorable handicap make it a fair reset amid the back nine's challenges.

A strong par 5 that ranks #4 in handicap difficulty, presenting length and likely hazards that demand strategic execution. The hole tests distance control and decision-making across the extended yardage.

A mid-length par 4 that plays much longer from the championship tees, offering a significant variance in difficulty across the tee options. The hole's character shifts considerably based on tee selection and the resulting approach shot.

The course's final par 3 plays to modest yardage with a straightforward design that offers a relatively stress-free approach before the closing hole. The hole's brevity and high handicap rating make it an inviting scoring opportunity.

A closing par 4 of moderate length that provides a fair finish without excessive intimidation, allowing the round to conclude on a measured note. The hole's straightforward design and accessible yardage offer a clear path to a good closing score.
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 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| HCP | 5 | 15 | 11 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 13 | 3 | 17 | 6 | 12 | 8 | 2 | 16 | 4 | 14 | 18 | 10 | |||
| black | 431 | 166 | 431 | 421 | 549 | 418 | 365 | 549 | 188 | 3518 | 441 | 408 | 361 | 529 | 201 | 510 | 430 | 188 | 311 | 3379 | 6897 |
| blue | 410 | 132 | 382 | 410 | 505 | 399 | 348 | 509 | 169 | 3264 | 429 | 396 | 351 | 510 | 168 | 490 | 422 | 158 | 301 | 3225 | 6489 |
| blue/white | 410 | 136 | 382 | 400 | 450 | 390 | 348 | 500 | 169 | 3185 | 425 | 386 | 351 | 510 | 147 | 490 | 412 | 158 | 301 | 3180 | 6365 |
| white | 401 | 136 | 373 | 400 | 450 | 390 | 345 | 500 | 160 | 3155 | 425 | 386 | 341 | 500 | 147 | 490 | 412 | 150 | 300 | 3151 | 6306 |
| white/gold | 401 | 136 | 318 | 400 | 431 | 354 | 345 | 500 | 160 | 3045 | 328 | 386 | 341 | 500 | 114 | 421 | 412 | 150 | 300 | 2952 | 5997 |
| red | 401 | 108 | 318 | 325 | 431 | 354 | 253 | 439 | 143 | 2772 | 328 | 347 | 284 | 428 | 114 | 421 | 292 | 120 | 255 | 2589 | 5361 |
| gold | 401 | 108 | 318 | 325 | 431 | 354 | 253 | 363 | 143 | 2696 | 328 | 347 | 284 | 428 | 114 | 421 | 292 | 105 | 255 | 2574 | 5270 |