Willow Creek Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Rochester, MN with a par of 70. It offers 5 tee sets: blue (6,177 yards, slope 129, rating 69.9), blue/white (5,836 yards, slope 126, rating 68.3), white (5,755 yards, slope 125, rating 68), gold (5,195 yards, slope 120, rating 65.4), red (4,880 yards, slope 117, rating 64). The hardest hole is #8, a par 5 playing 430 yards from the first tee.
Willow Creek Golf Course
Rochester, MN
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A straightforward par 4 with a welcoming fairway that gradually narrows as it approaches the green. Two bunkers protect the right side of the putting surface, making accuracy off the tee important for approach positioning.

A substantial par 5 that curves gently through the landscape, offering birdie opportunities for longer hitters. The hole's length and potential for out-of-bounds along one side demand both distance and control off the tee.

A short par 3 requiring a direct carry to a modest green. Bunkers frame the green's edges, punishing any wayward approach shots on this straightforward one-shotter.

A dramatic par 4 that doglegs sharply, with the fairway tightening considerably at the bend. The turn of the dogleg creates a strategic challenge for positioning the approach shot, with hazards guarding the inside of the corner.

A solid mid-length par 4 playing relatively straight with consistent width through the fairway. The hole's key challenge lies in the bunkered green complex that requires a precise approach to avoid trouble around the putting surface.

The course's shortest par 3, a quick one-shot hole over a modest distance. Despite its brevity, greenside bunkers and tight surroundings leave little margin for error on the small target.

A scenic par 4 that bends around natural terrain with strategic bunkering along the fairway's edge. The hole's shape and hazard placement reward accuracy over pure distance, making club selection and placement crucial.

Willow Creek's signature hole—a commanding par 5 that plays as one of the course's most difficult tests. Water hazards and bunkering frame both sides of the hole throughout its length, demanding precise execution on every shot.

A short par 3 with a straightforward shot to the green, though positioned hazards demand an accurate strike. The hole's simplicity is deceptive, as the tight green surrounds offer little forgiveness for misplayed approaches.

A challenging par 4 that doglegs with increasing difficulty as the hole progresses. The fairway narrows substantially near the green, where strategic bunker placement forces careful positioning off the tee to access the putting surface.

A long par 5 that counts among the course's toughest holes, with hazards strategically placed to penalize both aggressive and conservative play. The hole's length and complexity make it a defining test of all-around skill.

A mid-length par 4 that plays relatively straightforward with a narrow fairway requiring accuracy from the tee. Bunkers around the green demand a well-struck second shot to avoid penalty strokes.

A friendly par 4 with a wide fairway that provides ample room for the tee shot. The approachable nature of the hole is offset by greenside bunkers and the need for a solid approach to secure a good score.

A substantial par 4 that stretches across the landscape with consistent width but strategic hazard placement. The hole's length and bunkered green complex combine to create a testing par for most players.

The course's most difficult short par 3, playing to a distant and well-protected green. Bunkers and water hazards frame the target area, making this a deceptively challenging one-shotter despite modest yardage.

A shorter par 4 that compensates for its length with strategic bunkering and a tight approach to the green. The hole's character rewards accurate shot-making and intelligent course management.

A brief par 3 with a tight target and minimal margin for error around the green. Hazards frame the putting surface closely, making this a demanding examination of accuracy and composure on the short hole.

A finishing par 4 of solid length that requires both distance and accuracy to complete the round successfully. Strategic bunkering down the fairway and around the green creates a worthy final challenge at Willow Creek.
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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| HCP | 13 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 7 | 17 | 5 | 1 | 15 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 14 | 12 | 18 | 10 | 16 | 6 | |||
| blue | 335 | 493 | 195 | 424 | 383 | 165 | 365 | 521 | 173 | 3054 | 435 | 481 | 364 | 341 | 395 | 175 | 345 | 175 | 412 | 3123 | 6177 |
| blue/white | 335 | 468 | 163 | 355 | 383 | 151 | 307 | 521 | 164 | 2847 | 412 | 481 | 364 | 322 | 380 | 160 | 315 | 175 | 380 | 2989 | 5836 |
| white | 321 | 468 | 163 | 355 | 363 | 151 | 307 | 515 | 164 | 2807 | 412 | 471 | 348 | 322 | 380 | 160 | 315 | 160 | 380 | 2948 | 5755 |
| gold | 313 | 447 | 160 | 345 | 318 | 139 | 295 | 435 | 156 | 2608 | 311 | 362 | 336 | 307 | 365 | 132 | 264 | 145 | 365 | 2587 | 5195 |
| red | 307 | 323 | 153 | 271 | 320 | 134 | 290 | 430 | 151 | 2379 | 303 | 352 | 331 | 302 | 350 | 120 | 258 | 130 | 355 | 2501 | 4880 |