Blue Top Ridge Iowa
Blue Top Ridge is a par-72 public course in Iowa, playing 7,432 yards from the Orange tees with a rating of 76.9 and slope of 143.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,432 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 76.9 / 143 |
| Tee Options | 8 |
| Location | Iowa, USA |
| Coordinates | 41.4998, -91.5305 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orange | 7,432 | 72 | 76.9 | 143 |
| Purple | 6,979 | 72 | 74.9 | 139 |
| Black | 6,395 | 72 | 77.8 | 141 |
| Green | 5,712 | 72 | 74 | 133 |
| Red | 5,185 | 72 | 71.2 | 126 |
| Black | 6,395 | 72 | 77.8 | 141 |
| Green | 5,712 | 72 | 74 | 133 |
| Red | 5,185 | 72 | 71.2 | 126 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orange 76.9/143 | 402 | 433 | 333 | 543 | 476 | 219 | 615 | 226 | 434 | 3681 | 452 | 225 | 552 | 437 | 176 | 399 | 665 | 360 | 485 | 3751 | 7432 |
| Purple 74.9/139 | 388 | 408 | 308 | 520 | 451 | 200 | 592 | 192 | 415 | 3474 | 432 | 182 | 540 | 413 | 156 | 379 | 623 | 325 | 455 | 3505 | 6979 |
| Black 77.8/141 | 366 | 383 | 278 | 494 | 418 | 163 | 540 | 166 | 352 | 3160 | 412 | 158 | 505 | 380 | 129 | 347 | 575 | 300 | 429 | 3235 | 6395 |
| Green 74/133 | 315 | 328 | 265 | 466 | 374 | 137 | 483 | 148 | 340 | 2856 | 371 | 138 | 467 | 339 | 102 | 290 | 549 | 249 | 351 | 2856 | 5712 |
| Red 71.2/126 | 294 | 308 | 241 | 431 | 349 | 116 | 466 | 133 | 316 | 2654 | 335 | 118 | 412 | 303 | 91 | 276 | 440 | 215 | 341 | 2531 | 5185 |
| Black 77.8/141 | 366 | 383 | 278 | 494 | 418 | 163 | 540 | 166 | 352 | 3160 | 412 | 158 | 505 | 380 | 129 | 347 | 575 | 300 | 429 | 3235 | 6395 |
| Green 74/133 | 315 | 328 | 265 | 466 | 374 | 137 | 483 | 148 | 340 | 2856 | 371 | 138 | 467 | 339 | 102 | 290 | 549 | 249 | 351 | 2856 | 5712 |
| Red 71.2/126 | 294 | 308 | 241 | 431 | 349 | 116 | 466 | 133 | 316 | 2654 | 335 | 118 | 412 | 303 | 91 | 276 | 440 | 215 | 341 | 2531 | 5185 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 11 | 7 | 17 | 5 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 13 | 9 | 6 | 12 | 4 | 10 | 18 | 14 | 2 | 16 | 8 |
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: Orange (7,432 yards, 76.9/143)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 7 (par 5, 615 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Black (6,395 yards, 77.8/141)
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 (5,185 yards, 71.2/126)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 14 (91 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 615 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 176 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 665 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 #3 handicap hole. A 476-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Blue Top Ridge?
Blue Top Ridge has a course rating of 76.9 and slope of 143 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 71.2 with a slope of 126.
How long is Blue Top Ridge?
From the back tees, Blue Top Ridge plays 7,432 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Blue Top Ridge?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 7, a 615-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Blue Top Ridge?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Orange tees (7,432 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,185 yards).
Is Blue Top Ridge public or private?
Blue Top Ridge is a public golf course in Iowa. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Blue Top Ridge?
Nearby courses include Pleasant Valley Golf Course (Iowa City), Kalona Golf Club, Kalona Golf Club (Kalona), Finkbine Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for Blue Top Ridge?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Blue Top Ridge 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 Blue Top Ridge 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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