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

blackS:139R:74.2
blueS:135R:72
blue/whiteS:133R:71.3
whiteS:132R:71.1
white/goldS:128R:69.5
redS:118R:66.9
goldS:117R:66.4

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Hole 1 satellite
1001502002501PAR 4
1Par 4
HCP 5
431410410401401401401

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.

Hole 2 satellite
1001502PAR 3
2Par 3
HCP 15
166132136136136108108

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.

Hole 3 satellite
1001502002503PAR 4
3Par 4
HCP 11
431382382373318318318

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.

Hole 4 satellite
1001502002504PAR 4
4Par 4
HCP 7
421410400400400325325

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.

Hole 5 satellite
1001502002505PAR 5
5Par 5
HCP 1
549505450450431431431

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.

Hole 6 satellite
1001502002506PAR 4
6Par 4
HCP 9
418399390390354354354

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.

Hole 7 satellite
1001502002507PAR 4
7Par 4
HCP 13
365348348345345253253

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.

Hole 8 satellite
1001502002508PAR 5
8Par 5
HCP 3
549509500500500439363

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.

Hole 9 satellite
1001001509PAR 3
9Par 3
HCP 17
188169169160160143143

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.

Hole 10 satellite
10015020025010PAR 4
10Par 4
HCP 6
441429425425328328328

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.

Hole 11 satellite
10015020025011PAR 4
11Par 4
HCP 12
408396386386386347347

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.

Hole 12 satellite
10015020025012PAR 4
12Par 4
HCP 8
361351351341341284284

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.

Hole 13 satellite
10015020025013PAR 5
13Par 5
HCP 2
529510510500500428428

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.

Hole 14 satellite
10015014PAR 3
14Par 3
HCP 16
201168147147114114114

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.

Hole 15 satellite
10015020025015PAR 5
15Par 5
HCP 4
510490490490421421421

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.

Hole 16 satellite
10010015020025016PAR 4
16Par 4
HCP 14
430422412412412292292

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.

Hole 17 satellite
10015017PAR 3
17Par 3
HCP 18
188158158150150120105

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.

Hole 18 satellite
10015020025018PAR 4
18Par 4
HCP 10
311301301300300255255

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

Hole123456789Out101112131415161718InTot
Par434454453364445354343672
HCP515117191331761282164141810
black431166431421549418365549188351844140836152920151043018831133796897
blue410132382410505399348509169326442939635151016849042215830132256489
blue/white410136382400450390348500169318542538635151014749041215830131806365
white401136373400450390345500160315542538634150014749041215030031516306
white/gold401136318400431354345500160304532838634150011442141215030029525997
red401108318325431354253439143277232834728442811442129212025525895361
gold401108318325431354253363143269632834728442811442129210525525745270

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