Mason City Country Club Iowa
Mason City Country Club is a par-71 semi-private course in Iowa, playing 6,500 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 71.6 and slope of 125. Designed by Tom Bendelow / Kevin Norby (1915).
Course Overview
| Type | Semi-Private |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,500 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 71.6 / 125 |
| Tee Options | 3 |
| Architect | Tom Bendelow / Kevin Norby |
| Year | 1915 |
| Location | Iowa, USA |
| Coordinates | 43.1300, -93.2506 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,422 | 5,872 | 72 | 70.7 | 123 |
| Yellow | 6,048 | 5,530 | 72 | 69 | 118 |
| White | 5,148 | 4,707 | 72 | 64.5 | 103 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 70.7/123 | 388 | 359 | 375 | 313 | 121 | 491 | 416 | 214 | 528 | 3205 | 516 | 375 | 354 | 280 | 168 | 380 | 196 | 415 | 533 | 3217 | 6422 |
| Yellow 69/118 | 366 | 338 | 344 | 304 | 100 | 481 | 392 | 197 | 500 | 3022 | 467 | 339 | 346 | 278 | 156 | 360 | 175 | 397 | 508 | 3026 | 6048 |
| White 64.5/103 | 299 | 257 | 258 | 215 | 96 | 399 | 340 | 163 | 423 | 2450 | 433 | 275 | 341 | 272 | 151 | 316 | 169 | 315 | 426 | 2698 | 5148 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 9 | 11 | 7 | 15 | 17 | 5 | 1 | 13 | 3 | 2 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 18 | 10 | 14 | 6 | 4 |
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: Blue (6,422 yards, 70.7/123)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 7 (par 4, 416 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Yellow (6,048 yards, 69/118)
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+: White (5,148 yards, 64.5/103)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 5 (96 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 416 yards this is one of the longest par 4s on the course and demands a strong drive.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 168 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 533 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 121 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. At 516 yards, a pivotal par 5 that separates good rounds from great ones.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Mason City Country Club?
Mason City Country Club has a course rating of 71.6 and slope of 125 from the back tees. From the White tees, the rating is 64.5 with a slope of 103.
How long is Mason City Country Club?
From the back tees, Mason City Country Club plays 6,500 yards. The course is par 71 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Mason City Country Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 7, a 416-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Mason City Country Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,422 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the White tees (5,148 yards).
Is Mason City Country Club public or private?
Mason City Country Club is a semi-private golf course in Iowa. Open to public play with some member priority.
What courses are near Mason City Country Club?
Nearby courses include Highland Park Golf Course, Oak Hills Golf Course, Pine Creek Golf Course, All Vets Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for Mason City Country Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Mason City 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.
Does Mason City Country 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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