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

blueS:111R:65.5
whiteS:108R:64.1
gold/whiteS:107R:63.7
redS:100R:62.2

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Hole 1 satellite
1001502002501PAR 4
1Par 4
HCP 11
340331298298

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.

Hole 2 satellite
1001502002502PAR 4
2Par 4
HCP 17
311302298294

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.

Hole 3 satellite
1001502002503PAR 3
3Par 3
HCP 3
189181173173

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.

Hole 4 satellite
1001504PAR 4
4Par 4
HCP 15
290278261250

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.

5Par 4
HCP 1
397336314207

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.

Hole 6 satellite
1001502002506PAR 4
6Par 4
HCP 7
426411405405

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.

Hole 7 satellite
1001502002501001502002507PAR 3
7Par 3
HCP 9
168156151143

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.

Hole 8 satellite
1001008PAR 5
8Par 5
HCP 5
500490486448

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.

9Par 4
HCP 13
326282282264

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.

Hole 10 satellite
10015020025010015020025010PAR 4
10Par 4
HCP 12
310300300287

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.

Hole 11 satellite
10015020025011PAR 5
11Par 5
HCP 6
502483483467

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.

Hole 12 satellite
10010012PAR 3
12Par 3
HCP 14
125110110100

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.

Hole 13 satellite
10010015020025013PAR 4
13Par 4
HCP 16
287276276265

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.

Hole 14 satellite
10014PAR 3
14Par 3
HCP 8
151141141132

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.

Hole 15 satellite
10015020025015PAR 4
15Par 4
HCP 2
430413413325

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.

Hole 16 satellite
10015020025016PAR 4
16Par 4
HCP 18
263252252240

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.

Hole 17 satellite
10017PAR 3
17Par 3
HCP 10
153135135121

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.

Hole 18 satellite
10015018PAR 3
18Par 3
HCP 4
217198198183

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

Hole123456789Out101112131415161718InTot
Par443444354354534344333368
HCP111731517951312614168218104
blue340311189290397426168500326294731050212528715143026315321724385385
white331302181278336411156490282276730048311027614141325213519823085075
gold/white298298173261314405151486282266830048311027614141325213519823084976
red298294173250207405143448264248228746710026513232524012118321204602

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