Waveland Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Des Moines, IA with a par of 72. It offers 6 tee sets: blue (6,405 yards, slope 125, rating 70.3), blue/white combo (6,239 yards, slope 124, rating 69.7), white (6,129 yards, slope 121, rating 69.2), white/gold combo (5,609 yards, slope 117, rating 66.7), gold (5,332 yards, slope 112, rating 65.5), red (5,032 yards, slope 109, rating 64.1). The hardest hole is #3, a par 5 playing 395 yards from the first tee.

Waveland Golf Course

Des Moines, IA

blueS:125R:70.3
blue/white comboS:124R:69.7
whiteS:121R:69.2
white/gold comboS:117R:66.7
goldS:112R:65.5
redS:109R:64.1

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Hole 1 satellite
1001502002501PAR 4
1Par 4
HCP 9
362362308308306301

A straightforward par 4 with a fairway that opens invitingly from the tee. The approach to the green tightens slightly, with bunkers positioned to catch errant shots on the right side of the putting surface.

Hole 2 satellite
1002PAR 3
2Par 3
HCP 17
150150147147142137

A short par 3 played to a well-bunkered green. The modest length makes accuracy the premium, as strategic bunkering demands a precise approach to find the putting surface.

Hole 3 satellite
1001502002503PAR 5
3Par 5
HCP 1
560486486400400395

The number one handicap hole, a lengthy par 5 that plays uphill throughout. Water hazards and bunkering along the fairway create meaningful decision points for players contemplating their approach to the distant green.

Hole 4 satellite
1001502002504PAR 4
4Par 4
HCP 7
371361361301301296

A strong par 4 with a dogleg character that demands attention off the tee. Bunkers guard the inside of the turn and frame the green, making both accuracy and positioning crucial.

Hole 5 satellite
1001502002505PAR 4
5Par 4
HCP 13
325325318318279277

A relatively short par 4 with a straightforward layout. The fairway is receptive, but the approach shot requires care to avoid bunkers protecting the green's front and sides.

Hole 6 satellite
1001502002506PAR 4
6Par 4
HCP 15
308308302302296290

A manageable par 4 with a pleasant routing through open terrain. Light bunkering near the green provides the primary challenge to completing the hole with a score.

Hole 7 satellite
1001502002507PAR 5
7Par 5
HCP 11
495495486486385383

A generous par 5 that invites aggressive play from the tee. The fairway widens through the middle before narrowing again near the green, where strategic bunkering awaits the approach shot.

Hole 8 satellite
1001508PAR 3
8Par 3
HCP 5
182175175134134130

A testing par 3 with significant length and elevation change from tee to green. Water and bunkering create a challenging target that demands a committed, accurate strike.

Hole 9 satellite
1001502002509PAR 4
9Par 4
HCP 3
393393384376376371

A strong par 4 and one of the course's most difficult holes, playing longer than most and demanding a quality second shot. Hazards frame the approach, making position off the tee essential.

Hole 10 satellite
10015010PAR 3
10Par 3
HCP 6
228206206133133130

An elevated par 3 playing longer than it appears from the tee. The green sits above the hitting area, and bunkers positioned strategically around the putting surface demand a solid carry.

Hole 11 satellite
10015020025011PAR 4
11Par 4
HCP 10
363363355355294292

A well-balanced par 4 with a fairway that flows naturally downhill. Bunkering near the green creates the primary hazard, making the approach shot the focal point of the hole.

Hole 12 satellite
10015020025012PAR 5
12Par 5
HCP 4
565560560508508437

A challenging par 5 that ranks among the course's toughest tests. Water and bunkering through the fairway force golfers to navigate carefully, while the green's defenses reward accuracy on the approach.

Hole 13 satellite
10013PAR 3
13Par 3
HCP 18
125125120120115110

A short, straightforward par 3 offering an inviting target. The modest yardage provides a birdie opportunity, though bunkers frame the green for those who miss the mark.

Hole 14 satellite
10015020025010015020025014PAR 4
14Par 4
HCP 14
328303303298298152

A short par 4 that plays deceptively difficult despite modest length. The narrow fairway and tight approach demand precision, with bunkers and hazards punishing wayward shots.

Hole 15 satellite
10015020025015PAR 5
15Par 5
HCP 12
475475466466411409

A long par 5 that rewards controlled aggression off the tee. The fairway narrows as it approaches the green, and strategic bunkering guards the final approach to the putting surface.

Hole 16 satellite
10015020025016PAR 4
16Par 4
HCP 2
455445445340340340

The second hardest hole on the course, a powerful par 4 demanding two strong, accurate shots. Water or out-of-bounds threatens along one or both sides, making position and precision paramount.

Hole 17 satellite
10015020025017PAR 4
17Par 4
HCP 8
365357357267267265

A solid par 4 with a rhythmic, enjoyable routing. Moderate length and fair bunkering create a balanced test that rewards consistent play without excessive penalty for slight misses.

Hole 18 satellite
10015020025018PAR 4
18Par 4
HCP 16
355350350350347317

A fitting closing par 4 with a welcoming fairway that sets up a clear approach to the home green. Bunkers frame the putting surface, providing a final test before completion of the round.

Scorecard

Hole123456789Out101112131415161718InTot
Par435444534363453454443672
HCP917171315115361041814122816
blue362150560371325308495182393314622836356512532847545536535532596405
blue/white combo362150486361325308495175393305520636356012530347544535735031846239
white308147486361318302486175384296720635556012030346644535735031626129
white/gold combo308147400301318302486134376277213335550812029846634026735028375609
gold306142400301279296385134376261913329450811529841134026734727135332
red301137395296277290383130371258013029243711015240934026531724525032

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