Acorns Golf Links Warterloo, Illinois
Acorns Golf Links is a par-72 public course in Warterloo, Illinois, playing 6,727 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 72.9 and slope of 137.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,727 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 72.9 / 137 |
| Tee Options | 8 |
| Location | Warterloo, Illinois, USA |
| Coordinates | 38.2956, -90.2017 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 6,727 | 72 | 72.9 | 137 |
| Blue | 6,277 | 72 | 70.7 | 128 |
| White | 5,872 | 72 | 74.3 | 133 |
| Yellow | 5,484 | 72 | 72.3 | 124 |
| White | 5,872 | 72 | 74.3 | 133 |
| Yellow | 5,484 | 72 | 72.3 | 124 |
| Red | 4,534 | 72 | 66.6 | 103 |
| Green | 4,105 | 72 | 64.1 | 102 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 72.9/137 | 403 | 350 | 347 | 374 | 576 | 195 | 503 | 363 | 160 | 3271 | 392 | 355 | 185 | 559 | 425 | 201 | 412 | 528 | 399 | 3456 | 6727 |
| Blue 70.7/128 | 385 | 343 | 320 | 335 | 560 | 130 | 466 | 344 | 149 | 3032 | 360 | 336 | 170 | 520 | 399 | 180 | 380 | 525 | 375 | 3245 | 6277 |
| White 74.3/133 | 358 | 300 | 303 | 325 | 558 | 120 | 435 | 310 | 125 | 2834 | 342 | 331 | 150 | 465 | 380 | 160 | 350 | 510 | 350 | 3038 | 5872 |
| Yellow 72.3/124 | 331 | 311 | 261 | 285 | 535 | 105 | 430 | 290 | 120 | 2668 | 330 | 323 | 128 | 460 | 365 | 130 | 300 | 489 | 291 | 2816 | 5484 |
| White 74.3/133 | 358 | 300 | 303 | 325 | 558 | 120 | 435 | 310 | 125 | 2834 | 342 | 331 | 150 | 465 | 380 | 160 | 350 | 510 | 350 | 3038 | 5872 |
| Yellow 72.3/124 | 331 | 311 | 261 | 285 | 535 | 105 | 430 | 290 | 120 | 2668 | 330 | 323 | 128 | 460 | 365 | 130 | 300 | 489 | 291 | 2816 | 5484 |
| Red 66.6/103 | 300 | 230 | 230 | 225 | 443 | 72 | 394 | 210 | 85 | 2189 | 265 | 288 | 82 | 410 | 320 | 88 | 244 | 426 | 222 | 2345 | 4534 |
| Green 64.1/102 | 245 | 230 | 230 | 225 | 385 | 72 | 285 | 210 | 85 | 1967 | 265 | 245 | 82 | 370 | 240 | 88 | 244 | 382 | 222 | 2138 | 4105 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 5 | 7 | 17 | 13 | 9 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 6 | 12 | 18 | 16 | 4 | 8 | 14 | 10 | 2 |
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: Black (6,727 yards, 72.9/137)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 7 (par 5, 503 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Yellow (5,484 yards, 72.3/124)
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+: Green (4,105 yards, 64.1/102)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 9 (85 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 503 yards from the back tees, this par 5 is a true three-shot hole for most golfers.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 185 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 576 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 160 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 399-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Acorns Golf Links?
Acorns Golf Links has a course rating of 72.9 and slope of 137 from the back tees. From the Green tees, the rating is 64.1 with a slope of 102.
How long is Acorns Golf Links?
From the back tees, Acorns Golf Links plays 6,727 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Acorns Golf Links?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 7, a 503-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Acorns Golf Links?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (6,727 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Green tees (4,105 yards).
Is Acorns Golf Links public or private?
Acorns Golf Links is a public golf course in Warterloo, Illinois. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Acorns Golf Links?
Nearby courses include Annbriar Golf Course (Waterloo), Waterloo Country Club, Fairfield Golf Club, North County Country Club (Red Bud).
Is there a yardage book for Acorns Golf Links?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Acorns Golf 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 Acorns Golf 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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