Watermark Country Club Grand Rapids, Michigan
Watermark Country Club is a par-72 private course in Grand Rapids, Michigan, playing 6,777 yards from the BLUE tees with a rating of 73.7 and slope of 142.
Course Overview
| Type | Private |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,777 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 73.7 / 142 |
| Tee Options | 8 |
| Location | Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA |
| Coordinates | 42.9309, -85.5334 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE | 6,777 | 72 | 73.7 | 142 |
| WHITE | 6,322 | 72 | 77.9 | 147 |
| COMBO | 5,984 | 72 | 69.8 | 136 |
| GOLD | 5,512 | 72 | 72.9 | 135 |
| RED | 5,224 | 72 | 71.5 | 126 |
| WHITE | 6,322 | 72 | 77.9 | 147 |
| GOLD | 5,512 | 72 | 72.9 | 135 |
| RED | 5,224 | 72 | 71.5 | 126 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE 73.7/142 | 390 | 141 | 387 | 173 | 532 | 397 | 538 | 389 | 439 | 3386 | 415 | 187 | 336 | 367 | 409 | 401 | 561 | 200 | 515 | 3391 | 6777 |
| WHITE 77.9/147 | 383 | 127 | 365 | 156 | 505 | 342 | 510 | 363 | 394 | 3145 | 390 | 175 | 313 | 354 | 375 | 374 | 523 | 171 | 502 | 3177 | 6322 |
| COMBO 69.8/136 | 300 | 127 | 365 | 156 | 445 | 342 | 510 | 363 | 342 | 2950 | 337 | 175 | 313 | 308 | 375 | 374 | 523 | 171 | 458 | 3034 | 5984 |
| GOLD 72.9/135 | 300 | 127 | 344 | 136 | 445 | 309 | 426 | 337 | 342 | 2766 | 337 | 122 | 276 | 308 | 327 | 348 | 430 | 140 | 458 | 2746 | 5512 |
| RED 71.5/126 | 300 | 109 | 291 | 136 | 445 | 273 | 426 | 337 | 327 | 2644 | 337 | 122 | 276 | 308 | 327 | 282 | 391 | 106 | 431 | 2580 | 5224 |
| WHITE 77.9/147 | 383 | 127 | 365 | 156 | 505 | 342 | 510 | 363 | 394 | 3145 | 390 | 175 | 313 | 354 | 375 | 374 | 523 | 171 | 502 | 3177 | 6322 |
| GOLD 72.9/135 | 300 | 127 | 344 | 136 | 445 | 309 | 426 | 337 | 342 | 2766 | 337 | 122 | 276 | 308 | 327 | 348 | 430 | 140 | 458 | 2746 | 5512 |
| RED 71.5/126 | 300 | 109 | 291 | 136 | 445 | 273 | 426 | 337 | 327 | 2644 | 337 | 122 | 276 | 308 | 327 | 282 | 391 | 106 | 431 | 2580 | 5224 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 7 | 17 | 1 | 15 | 5 | 13 | 11 | 9 | 3 | 4 | 16 | 14 | 12 | 8 | 2 | 10 | 18 | 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: BLUE (6,777 yards, 73.7/142)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 3 (par 4, 387 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: COMBO (5,984 yards, 69.8/136)
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 (5,224 yards, 71.5/126)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 2 (109 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 387 yards it requires two solid shots to find the green.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 200 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 561 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 141 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 401-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Watermark Country Club?
Watermark Country Club has a course rating of 73.7 and slope of 142 from the back tees. From the RED tees, the rating is 71.5 with a slope of 126.
How long is Watermark Country Club?
From the back tees, Watermark Country Club plays 6,777 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Watermark Country Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 3, a 387-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Watermark Country Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the BLUE tees (6,777 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the RED tees (5,224 yards).
Is Watermark Country Club public or private?
Watermark Country Club is a private golf course in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Access is restricted to members and their guests.
What courses are near Watermark Country Club?
Nearby courses include Cascade Hills Country Club (Grand Rapids), Indian Trails Golf Course (Grand Rapids), Thousand Oaks Golf Club (Grand Rapids), Stonewater Country Club (Caledonia).
Is there a yardage book for Watermark Country Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Watermark 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 Watermark 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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