Golden Valley Country Club Minnesota
Golden Valley Country Club is a par-73 private course in Minnesota, playing 7,004 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 74.7 and slope of 144. Designed by A.W. Tillinghast (1914).
Course Overview
| Type | Private |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 73 (5 par 3s, 7 par 4s, 6 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,004 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 74.7 / 144 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Architect | A.W. Tillinghast |
| Year | 1914 |
| Location | Minnesota, USA |
| Coordinates | 44.9891, -93.3696 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 7,004 | 6,404 | 73 | 74.6 | 144 |
| White/Blue | 6,701 | 6,127 | 73 | 73.2 | 142 |
| White | 6,486 | 5,931 | 73 | 72.2 | 140 |
| White/Gold | 6,294 | 5,755 | 73 | 71.4 | 138 |
| Gold | 6,027 | 5,511 | 73 | 70.2 | 135 |
| Gold/Red | 5,683 | 5,197 | 73 | 68.6 | 133 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 74.6/144 | 511 | 556 | 426 | 339 | 168 | 491 | 445 | 209 | 432 | 3577 | 536 | 173 | 408 | 491 | 180 | 432 | 448 | 185 | 574 | 3427 | 7004 |
| White/Blue 73.2/142 | 511 | 526 | 375 | 339 | 168 | 491 | 422 | 170 | 382 | 3384 | 504 | 153 | 408 | 491 | 180 | 432 | 413 | 162 | 574 | 3317 | 6701 |
| White 72.2/140 | 469 | 526 | 375 | 324 | 161 | 467 | 422 | 170 | 382 | 3296 | 504 | 153 | 395 | 468 | 165 | 402 | 413 | 162 | 528 | 3190 | 6486 |
| White/Gold 71.4/138 | 469 | 491 | 356 | 324 | 161 | 467 | 422 | 170 | 354 | 3214 | 443 | 153 | 395 | 468 | 165 | 375 | 391 | 162 | 528 | 3080 | 6294 |
| Gold 70.2/135 | 452 | 491 | 356 | 312 | 153 | 442 | 352 | 150 | 354 | 3062 | 443 | 137 | 379 | 456 | 140 | 375 | 391 | 145 | 499 | 2965 | 6027 |
| Gold/Red 68.6/133 | 452 | 446 | 321 | 312 | 153 | 442 | 315 | 150 | 329 | 2920 | 420 | 137 | 332 | 456 | 140 | 375 | 319 | 145 | 439 | 2763 | 5683 |
| Par | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 37 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 73 |
| Hdcp | 17 | 3 | 7 | 11 | 15 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 5 | 6 | 16 | 8 | 18 | 10 | 4 | 2 | 14 | 12 |
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 (7,004 yards, 74.6/144)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 6 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 7 (par 4, 445 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White/Gold (6,294 yards, 71.4/138)
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+: Gold/Red (5,683 yards, 68.6/133)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 5 (153 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 445 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. Play smart and take your par or better.
The longest hole on the course at 574 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 168 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 448-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Golden Valley Country Club?
Golden Valley Country Club has a course rating of 74.7 and slope of 144 from the back tees. From the Gold/Red tees, the rating is 68.6 with a slope of 133.
How long is Golden Valley Country Club?
From the back tees, Golden Valley Country Club plays 7,004 yards. The course is par 73 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 7 par 4s, 6 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Golden Valley Country Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 7, a 445-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Golden Valley Country Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (7,004 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Gold/Red tees (5,683 yards).
Is Golden Valley Country Club public or private?
Golden Valley Country Club is a private golf course in Minnesota. Access is restricted to members and their guests.
What courses are near Golden Valley Country Club?
Nearby courses include Oak Ridge Country Club, Interlachen Country Club, Eagle Lake - Birdie Course, Parker's Lake Golf Center (Plymouth).
Is there a yardage book for Golden Valley Country Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley 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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