Willow Vale Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Mapleton, IA with a par of 70. It offers 3 tee sets: black (6,438 yards, slope 123, rating 71.2), blue (6,228 yards, slope 118, rating 70.2), white (5,742 yards, slope 115, rating 67.6). The hardest hole is #9, a par 4 playing 398 yards from the first tee.
Willow Vale Golf Club
Mapleton, IA
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A straightforward par 4 that plays moderately long with a fairway that holds well off the tee. Bunkers guard both sides of the green, requiring accuracy on the approach shot to avoid a difficult recovery.
A relatively short and forgiving par 4, ideal for building confidence early in the round. The hole features minimal hazards, making it one of the more straightforward scoring opportunities on the front nine.
A demanding par 4 ranked as the third-hardest on the course, with a well-defined shape that requires two solid shots to reach the green in regulation. Strategic bunkering and challenging green contours reward precise shotmaking throughout the hole.
A reachable par 5 that offers scoring opportunities for longer hitters while remaining accessible to mid-handicap players in three shots. The fairway opens up nicely, though positioning off the tee is important for an aggressive approach to the pin.
A mid-length par 3 with a well-defined target and moderate green complexity. Water or rough surrounds the putting surface, making club selection and accuracy essential for avoiding a bogey.
A solid par 4 of moderate length with a fairway that offers reasonable room off the tee. Greenside bunkers and surrounding hazards demand a controlled approach shot to set up a makeable putt.
A shorter par 4 that tempts aggressive play off the tee but features hazards that punish wayward shots. The compact layout makes this an interesting strategic hole despite its modest yardage.
A short par 3 requiring precision over power, with a green surrounded by bunkers or rough that leave little margin for error. The intimate scale of the hole makes it deceptively challenging despite the reduced distance.
The signature finishing hole of the front nine, ranked as the hardest on the course, playing as a genuine par 4 that demands two quality shots. Substantial hazards frame the fairway and green, making this a memorable climax to the opening nine holes.
A well-balanced par 4 returning to play on the back nine, with a fairway that provides adequate width off the tee. Strategic bunker placement and green design reward thoughtful course management on the approach.
The easiest hole on the course, offering a genuine birdie opportunity with its short yardage and minimal hazards. Straightforward design and forgiving conditions make this an ideal reset hole on the back nine.
A challenging par 4 ranked fourth-hardest on the course that demands precision from tee to green. Bunkering and green contours test even accomplished players, making this a pivotal scoring hole.
A robust par 5 presenting a genuine three-shot proposition for most players while offering birdie chances for strong ball-strikers. The hole's length and hazard placement require strategic decision-making on the second shot.
A mid-range par 3 with straightforward design and modest difficulty, providing a brief respite from longer challenges. The green offers a fair target for accurate shotmaking without excessive trickery.
A well-crafted par 4 of good length that tests both driving accuracy and approach shot precision. Bunkers and hazards are strategically positioned to reward solid course management and penalize poor decisions.
A shorter par 4 with character that belies its yardage, featuring strategic hazards that reward intelligent play off the tee. The compact design creates interesting angles and recovery challenges despite the reduced distance.
A charming short par 3 with a well-protected green that demands an accurate tee shot despite the modest yardage. The hole's compact scale and hazard placement make it a memorable test of precision and nerve.
The signature finishing hole and second-hardest on the course, playing as a genuine par 4 that leaves a lasting impression. Substantial hazards frame both the fairway and green, providing a dramatic finale 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 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| HCP | 5 | 17 | 3 | 15 | 9 | 7 | 13 | 11 | 1 | 6 | 18 | 4 | 16 | 10 | 8 | 14 | 12 | 2 | |||
| black | 406 | 369 | 401 | 522 | 202 | 392 | 352 | 171 | 404 | 3219 | 406 | 369 | 401 | 522 | 202 | 392 | 352 | 171 | 404 | 3219 | 6438 |
| blue | 387 | 359 | 389 | 512 | 186 | 384 | 337 | 162 | 398 | 3114 | 387 | 359 | 389 | 512 | 186 | 384 | 337 | 162 | 398 | 3114 | 6228 |
| white | 357 | 340 | 367 | 470 | 152 | 342 | 316 | 147 | 380 | 2871 | 357 | 340 | 367 | 470 | 152 | 342 | 316 | 147 | 380 | 2871 | 5742 |