Cottonwood Links Colorado
Cottonwood Links is a par-72 public course in Colorado, playing 5,893 yards from the White/Blue tees with a rating of 73.4 and slope of 120.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 5,893 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 73.4 / 120 |
| Tee Options | 4 |
| Location | Colorado, USA |
| Coordinates | 38.1354, -104.0314 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White/Blue | 5,893 | 72 | 73.4 | 120 |
| Red | 4,924 | 72 | 62.6 | 94 |
| White/Blue | 5,893 | 72 | 73.4 | 120 |
| Red/Yellow | 5,247 | 72 | 69.2 | 112 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White/Blue 73.4/120 | 469 | 131 | 349 | 123 | 477 | 352 | 272 | 301 | 340 | 2814 | 481 | 190 | 376 | 157 | 515 | 369 | 304 | 325 | 362 | 3079 | 5893 |
| Red 62.6/94 | 428 | 80 | 320 | 116 | 450 | 305 | 206 | 258 | 299 | 2462 | 428 | 80 | 320 | 116 | 450 | 305 | 206 | 258 | 299 | 2462 | 4924 |
| White/Blue 73.4/120 | 469 | 131 | 349 | 123 | 477 | 352 | 272 | 301 | 340 | 2814 | 481 | 190 | 376 | 157 | 515 | 369 | 304 | 325 | 362 | 3079 | 5893 |
| Red/Yellow 69.2/112 | 428 | 80 | 320 | 116 | 450 | 305 | 206 | 258 | 299 | 2462 | 469 | 110 | 349 | 123 | 477 | 352 | 264 | 301 | 340 | 2785 | 5247 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 10 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 8 | 4 | 16 | 12 | 2 | 11 | 17 | 5 | 13 | 9 | 3 | 15 | 7 | 1 |
Which Tees Should You Play?
Multiply your handicap index by 28 and add it to par. If the result exceeds the total yardage divided by 100, move up one tee.
Handicap 0-10: White/Blue (5,893 yards, 73.4/120)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 18 (par 4, 362 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Red/Yellow (5,247 yards, 69.2/112)
This tee gives you a realistic chance to reach greens in regulation without brutal carries. Course management is key. Identify trouble spots and plan your misses to the safe side. Use the strokes gained data to find where you're leaving shots on the table.
Handicap 20+: Red (4,924 yards, 62.6/94)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 4 (116 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Number 1 handicap hole. At 362 yards it requires two solid shots to find the green.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 131 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 515 yards. Reachable in two for scratch golfers but a true three-shot hole for most. The smart play is two accurate shots to within wedge range.
The shortest par 3 at 123 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 340-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Cottonwood Links?
Cottonwood Links has a course rating of 73.4 and slope of 120 from the back tees. From the Red/Yellow tees, the rating is 69.2 with a slope of 112.
How long is Cottonwood Links?
From the back tees, Cottonwood Links plays 5,893 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Cottonwood Links?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 18, a 362-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Cottonwood Links?
For handicaps 0-10, play the White/Blue tees (5,893 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red/Yellow tees (5,247 yards).
Is Cottonwood Links public or private?
Cottonwood Links is a public golf course in Colorado. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Cottonwood Links?
Nearby courses include Rocky Ford Golf Course, Rocky Ford Golf Course (Rocky Ford).
Is there a yardage book for Cottonwood Links?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Cottonwood Links with hole-by-hole maps, shot dispersion analysis, strokes gained heatmaps, and club recommendations tailored to your handicap and distances. You can view it online or download a printable PDF.
Does Cottonwood Links have strokes gained data?
Yes. Yards Golf Book runs a 1,000-shot Monte Carlo simulation on every hole, factoring in your handicap, club distances, shot shape, and the actual hazard layout. The model recommends the best club and target for each shot.
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