Emerald Hills Golf Club Arnold Parks, Iowa
Emerald Hills Golf Club is a par-72 public course in Arnold Parks, Iowa, playing 6,583 yards from the Gold tees with a rating of 73.1 and slope of 133.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,583 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 73.1 / 133 |
| Tee Options | 7 |
| Location | Arnold Parks, Iowa, USA |
| Coordinates | 43.3583, -95.1367 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 6,583 | 6,019 | 72 | 73.1 | 133 |
| Blue | 6,201 | 5,670 | 72 | 71 | 126 |
| Silver | 5,952 | 5,443 | 72 | 69.9 | 125 |
| White | 5,738 | 5,247 | 72 | 68.5 | 124 |
| Green | 5,364 | 4,905 | 72 | 66.3 | 121 |
| Red | 5,068 | 4,634 | 72 | 65.5 | 117 |
| Maroon | 4,782 | 4,373 | 72 | 63.7 | 109 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold 73.1/133 | 385 | 174 | 422 | 551 | 395 | 290 | 166 | 502 | 400 | 3285 | 413 | 428 | 448 | 549 | 214 | 322 | 175 | 353 | 396 | 3298 | 6583 |
| Blue 71/126 | 365 | 151 | 418 | 543 | 383 | 276 | 124 | 453 | 357 | 3070 | 403 | 408 | 480 | 519 | 184 | 290 | 150 | 322 | 375 | 3131 | 6201 |
| Silver 69.9/125 | 345 | 151 | 368 | 523 | 371 | 276 | 124 | 453 | 357 | 2968 | 357 | 408 | 480 | 491 | 160 | 290 | 126 | 322 | 350 | 2984 | 5952 |
| White 68.5/124 | 345 | 134 | 368 | 523 | 371 | 245 | 116 | 414 | 343 | 2859 | 357 | 403 | 411 | 491 | 160 | 276 | 126 | 305 | 350 | 2879 | 5738 |
| Green 66.3/121 | 320 | 134 | 319 | 523 | 265 | 245 | 81 | 414 | 343 | 2644 | 318 | 367 | 387 | 491 | 124 | 276 | 102 | 305 | 350 | 2720 | 5364 |
| Red 65.5/117 | 320 | 118 | 319 | 499 | 265 | 195 | 81 | 394 | 313 | 2504 | 318 | 367 | 387 | 456 | 124 | 243 | 102 | 278 | 289 | 2564 | 5068 |
| Maroon 63.7/109 | 309 | 122 | 275 | 372 | 280 | 210 | 84 | 400 | 262 | 2314 | 276 | 322 | 388 | 416 | 130 | 249 | 107 | 283 | 297 | 2468 | 4782 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 9 | 11 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 13 | 17 | 15 | 5 | 4 | 8 | 12 | 10 | 2 | 18 | 16 | 14 | 6 |
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: Gold (6,583 yards, 73.1/133)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 5 (par 4, 395 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (5,738 yards, 68.5/124)
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+: Maroon (4,782 yards, 63.7/109)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 7 (84 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 395 yards it requires two solid shots to find the green.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At only 322 yards, aggressive players may consider going for the green off the tee.
The longest hole on the course at 551 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 166 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A challenging par 3 at 214 yards.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Emerald Hills Golf Club?
Emerald Hills Golf Club has a course rating of 73.1 and slope of 133 from the back tees. From the Maroon tees, the rating is 63.7 with a slope of 109.
How long is Emerald Hills Golf Club?
From the back tees, Emerald Hills Golf Club plays 6,583 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Emerald Hills Golf Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 5, a 395-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Emerald Hills Golf Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Gold tees (6,583 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Maroon tees (4,782 yards).
Is Emerald Hills Golf Club public or private?
Emerald Hills Golf Club is a public golf course in Arnold Parks, Iowa. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Emerald Hills Golf Club?
Nearby courses include Woodlyn Hills Golf Course (Milford), The Inn Golf Course, Brooks Golf Club (Okoboji), Okoboji View Golf Course (Spirit Lake).
Is there a yardage book for Emerald Hills Golf Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Emerald Hills Golf 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.
Does Emerald Hills Golf Club 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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