Otter Creek Golf Course Iowa
Otter Creek Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Iowa, playing 6,895 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 72.9 and slope of 125.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,895 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 72.9 / 125 |
| Tee Options | 4 |
| Location | Iowa, USA |
| Coordinates | 41.7689, -93.5758 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 6,895 | 71 | 72.9 | 125 |
| Tan | 6,521 | 71 | 71.2 | 121 |
| Yellow | 5,943 | 71 | 73.5 | 124 |
| Green | 5,357 | 71 | 70.2 | 117 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 72.9/125 | 374 | 389 | 552 | 203 | 542 | 181 | 467 | 397 | 417 | 3522 | 408 | 553 | 431 | 154 | 431 | 196 | 391 | 409 | 400 | 3373 | 6895 |
| Tan 71.2/121 | 347 | 369 | 520 | 183 | 523 | 158 | 444 | 379 | 398 | 3321 | 397 | 531 | 414 | 138 | 409 | 171 | 374 | 389 | 377 | 3200 | 6521 |
| Yellow 73.5/124 | 330 | 349 | 460 | 169 | 502 | 149 | 367 | 364 | 375 | 3065 | 334 | 440 | 387 | 102 | 386 | 152 | 351 | 369 | 357 | 2878 | 5943 |
| Green 70.2/117 | 287 | 304 | 430 | 144 | 437 | 132 | 367 | 316 | 314 | 2731 | 334 | 440 | 308 | 102 | 357 | 131 | 316 | 329 | 309 | 2626 | 5357 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Hdcp | 9 | 7 | 11 | 15 | 13 | 17 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 8 | 14 | 2 | 18 | 4 | 16 | 12 | 6 | 10 |
Which Tees Should You Play?
Handicap 0-10: Black (6,895 yards, 72.9/125)
Course rating 1.9 above par.
Handicap 10-20: Yellow (5,943 yards, 73.5/124)
952 yards shorter than the back tees. Course rating 2.5 above par.
Handicap 20+: Green (5,357 yards, 70.2/117)
1,538 yards shorter than the back tees. Course rating 0.8 below par.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Stroke index 1, the hardest hole on the card. The longest of the 11 par 4s.
Stroke index 18, the easiest hole on the card. The shortest of the 4 par 3s.
The longest hole on the card at 553 yards. 1 yards longer than the next.
Stroke index 2.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Otter Creek Golf Course?
Otter Creek Golf Course has a course rating of 72.9 and slope of 125 from the back tees. From the Green tees, the rating is 70.2 with a slope of 117.
How long is Otter Creek Golf Course?
From the back tees, Otter Creek Golf Course plays 6,895 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Otter Creek Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 7, a 467-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Otter Creek Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (6,895 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Green tees (5,357 yards).
Is Otter Creek Golf Course public or private?
Otter Creek Golf Course is a public golf course in Iowa. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Otter Creek Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Talons of Tuscany Golf Club, Briarwood Club of Ankeny, Ankeny Golf and Country Club (Ankeny), Woodland Hills Golf Course (Des Moines).
Is there a yardage book for Otter Creek Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Otter Creek Golf Course 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 Otter Creek Golf Course?
The Yards strategy engine simulates every hole at Otter Creek Golf Course 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 Otter Creek Golf Course 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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