Willow Creek Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in West Des Moines, IA with a par of 68. It offers 4 tee sets: blue (5,385 yards, slope 111, rating 65.5), white (5,075 yards, slope 108, rating 64.1), gold/white (4,976 yards, slope 107, rating 63.7), red (4,602 yards, slope 100, rating 62.2). The hardest hole is #5, a par 4 playing 207 yards from the first tee.
Willow Creek Golf Course
West Des Moines, IA
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A straightforward opening par 4 with a fairway that gradually narrows as it approaches the green. Bunkers guard the right side of the green, requiring accuracy on the approach shot to find the putting surface.

A relatively mild par 4 that plays as one of the course's most generous holes. The wide fairway and forgiving approach make this an ideal scoring opportunity despite modest length.

A short but demanding par 3 that ranks among the course's most difficult holes. A well-bunkered green and limited bailout area demand a precise tee shot to secure a birdie opportunity.

A modest par 4 with a straightforward layout and minimal hazards. The fairway offers ample room for error, making this a relatively stress-free hole despite its mid-length yardage.
The course's most difficult par 4, this hole features dramatic length variations across the tees and presents a significant challenge. Strategic positioning off the tee is crucial to manage the approach into a well-defended green.

A long, demanding par 4 that plays consistently tough from all tee positions. Bunkers and potentially water hazards frame the approach, making accuracy from the fairway essential.

A short but tricky par 3 with a compact green surrounded by strategic bunkering. The modest yardage is offset by the precision required to avoid sand and secure a true birdie chance.

A substantial par 5 that provides genuine scoring opportunity for long hitters. The hole's length and potential hazards reward strategic positioning on both the drive and second shot.
A mid-length par 4 offering a reasonable birdie opportunity. The fairway is relatively open, though the approach shot into the green requires care to avoid surrounding hazards.

A straightforward par 4 with a balanced design and moderate challenge. The hole plays honest from the tee through the green, offering a fair test of shotmaking.

A long par 5 that demands respect from tee to green, ranking among the course's most formidable holes. Strategic layup positions and a well-bunkered approach zone make this a true three-shot hole for most players.

A dramatic short par 3 that plays as one of the course's easiest holes from a scoring perspective. The tight yardage and forgiving green design offer an excellent opportunity for an easy birdie or par.

A relatively straightforward par 4 with minimal hazards and a generous fairway. The approachable length and open design make this a welcome respite and solid scoring hole.

A picturesque par 3 of modest length with a well-bunkered green requiring accuracy from the tee. The short yardage masks the precision needed to avoid sand and set up a birdie.

The second-most difficult hole on the course, this long par 4 plays considerably longer than its par suggests. Length and strategic hazards make this a stern examination of total distance and accuracy.

The course's easiest hole, this short par 4 offers a genuine birdie opportunity with a forgiving layout. The modest length and open design provide a scoring chance before the finishing stretch.

A short par 3 with a straightforward design and minimal hazards. The compact yardage and open green presentation make this an ideal setup for a birdie opportunity.

A substantial finishing par 3 that demands a quality tee shot to close the round with authority. Well-placed bunkering and a firm green make par a respectable conclusion 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 33 | 68 |
| HCP | 11 | 17 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 7 | 9 | 5 | 13 | 12 | 6 | 14 | 16 | 8 | 2 | 18 | 10 | 4 | |||
| blue | 340 | 311 | 189 | 290 | 397 | 426 | 168 | 500 | 326 | 2947 | 310 | 502 | 125 | 287 | 151 | 430 | 263 | 153 | 217 | 2438 | 5385 |
| white | 331 | 302 | 181 | 278 | 336 | 411 | 156 | 490 | 282 | 2767 | 300 | 483 | 110 | 276 | 141 | 413 | 252 | 135 | 198 | 2308 | 5075 |
| gold/white | 298 | 298 | 173 | 261 | 314 | 405 | 151 | 486 | 282 | 2668 | 300 | 483 | 110 | 276 | 141 | 413 | 252 | 135 | 198 | 2308 | 4976 |
| red | 298 | 294 | 173 | 250 | 207 | 405 | 143 | 448 | 264 | 2482 | 287 | 467 | 100 | 265 | 132 | 325 | 240 | 121 | 183 | 2120 | 4602 |