Backbone Golf and Country Club Iowa
Backbone Golf and Country Club is a par-35 private course in Iowa, playing 3,006 yards from the White tees with a rating of 68.7 and slope of 117.
Course Overview
| Type | Private |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 35 (2 par 3s, 6 par 4s, 1 par 5s) |
| Length | 3,006 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 68.7 / 117 |
| Tee Options | 3 |
| Location | Iowa, USA |
| Coordinates | 42.6414, -91.5596 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 3,006 | 35 | 68.7 | 117 |
| Gold | 2,769 | 35 | 67.2 | 113 |
| Red | 2,637 | 35 | 65.1 | 109 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White 68.7/117 | 385 | 375 | 504 | 260 | 330 | 236 | 190 | 401 | 325 | 3006 | 0 | 3006 |
| Gold 67.2/113 | 370 | 375 | 427 | 245 | 317 | 225 | 177 | 323 | 310 | 2769 | 0 | 2769 |
| Red 65.1/109 | 355 | 362 | 417 | 186 | 307 | 213 | 169 | 323 | 305 | 2637 | 0 | 2637 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 0 | 35 |
| Hdcp | 7 | 5 | 11 | 13 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 15 | 17 |
Which Tees Should You Play?
Handicap 0-10: White (3,006 yards, 68.7/117)
Course rating 33.7 above par.
Handicap 10-20: Gold (2,769 yards, 67.2/113)
237 yards shorter than the back tees. Course rating 32.2 above par.
Handicap 20+: Red (2,637 yards, 65.1/109)
369 yards shorter than the back tees. Course rating 30.1 above par.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Stroke index 1, the hardest hole on the card.
Stroke index 17, the easiest hole on the card.
The longest hole on the card at 504 yards. 103 yards longer than the next.
Stroke index 3.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Backbone Golf and Country Club?
Backbone Golf and Country Club has a course rating of 68.7 and slope of 117 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 65.1 with a slope of 109.
How long is Backbone Golf and Country Club?
From the back tees, Backbone Golf and Country Club plays 3,006 yards. The course is par 35 with 18 holes (2 par 3s, 6 par 4s, 1 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Backbone Golf and Country Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 7, a 190-yard par 3 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Backbone Golf and Country Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the White tees (3,006 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (2,637 yards).
Is Backbone Golf and Country Club public or private?
Backbone Golf and Country Club is a private golf course in Iowa. Access is restricted to members and their guests.
What courses are near Backbone Golf and Country Club?
Nearby courses include Woods Edge Golf Course, Hart Ridge Golf Course, Buffalo Creek Golf Club, Manchester Golf and Country Club.
Is there a yardage book for Backbone Golf and Country Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Backbone Golf and Country Club 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.
How do you play Backbone Golf and Country Club?
The Yards strategy engine simulates every hole at Backbone Golf and Country Club for your handicap and your clubs: shot dispersion off each tee, strokes gained heatmaps for every target, and the club that loses the fewest strokes. Holes 1 and 2 are free to explore, so you can see the optimal way to play the opening stretch before you commit.
Does Backbone Golf and Country Club have strokes gained data?
Yes. Yards Golf Book runs more than 20,000 simulated shots 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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