The Ponds at Battle Creek Minnesota
The Ponds at Battle Creek is a par-70 public course in Minnesota, playing 6,046 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 69.6 and slope of 125.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 70 (8 par 3s, 4 par 4s, 6 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,046 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 69.6 / 125 |
| Tee Options | 8 |
| Location | Minnesota, USA |
| Coordinates | 44.9249, -92.9870 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 6,046 | 5,528 | 70 | 69.6 | 125 |
| Black/Blue Combo | 5,848 | 5,347 | 70 | 68.8 | 123 |
| Championship Combo | 5,702 | 5,214 | 70 | 68.1 | 122 |
| Blue | 5,650 | 5,166 | 70 | 67.8 | 122 |
| Blue/White Combo | 5,453 | 4,986 | 70 | 67 | 119 |
| White | 5,256 | 4,806 | 70 | 66 | 117 |
| White/Gold Combo | 4,970 | 4,545 | 70 | 64.8 | 115 |
| Gold | 4,684 | 4,283 | 70 | 63.6 | 113 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 69.6/125 | 385 | 190 | 538 | 210 | 492 | 160 | 464 | 161 | 423 | 3023 | 385 | 190 | 538 | 210 | 492 | 160 | 464 | 161 | 423 | 3023 | 6046 |
| Black/Blue Combo 68.8/123 | 385 | 160 | 538 | 187 | 492 | 150 | 464 | 146 | 423 | 2945 | 359 | 190 | 510 | 210 | 474 | 160 | 441 | 161 | 398 | 2903 | 5848 |
| Championship Combo 68.1/122 | 385 | 145 | 538 | 151 | 474 | 160 | 464 | 146 | 423 | 2886 | 304 | 190 | 488 | 210 | 492 | 140 | 464 | 161 | 367 | 2816 | 5702 |
| Blue 67.8/122 | 359 | 160 | 510 | 187 | 474 | 150 | 441 | 146 | 398 | 2825 | 359 | 160 | 510 | 187 | 474 | 150 | 441 | 146 | 398 | 2825 | 5650 |
| Blue/White Combo 67/119 | 359 | 145 | 510 | 173 | 474 | 140 | 441 | 130 | 398 | 2770 | 333 | 160 | 488 | 187 | 434 | 150 | 418 | 146 | 367 | 2683 | 5453 |
| White 66/117 | 333 | 145 | 488 | 173 | 434 | 140 | 418 | 130 | 367 | 2628 | 333 | 145 | 488 | 173 | 434 | 140 | 418 | 130 | 367 | 2628 | 5256 |
| White/Gold Combo 64.8/115 | 333 | 128 | 488 | 132 | 434 | 125 | 418 | 101 | 367 | 2526 | 304 | 145 | 440 | 173 | 407 | 140 | 403 | 130 | 302 | 2444 | 4970 |
| Gold 63.6/113 | 304 | 128 | 440 | 132 | 407 | 125 | 403 | 101 | 302 | 2342 | 304 | 128 | 440 | 132 | 407 | 125 | 403 | 101 | 302 | 2342 | 4684 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Hdcp | 9 | 17 | 3 | 7 | 5 | 13 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 10 | 18 | 4 | 8 | 6 | 14 | 12 | 16 | 2 |
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: Black (6,046 yards, 69.6/125)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 6 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 9 (par 4, 423 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Blue/White Combo (5,453 yards, 67/119)
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 (4,684 yards, 63.6/113)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 6 (125 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 423 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 190 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 538 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 160 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 423-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of The Ponds at Battle Creek?
The Ponds at Battle Creek has a course rating of 69.6 and slope of 125 from the back tees. From the Gold tees, the rating is 63.6 with a slope of 113.
How long is The Ponds at Battle Creek?
From the back tees, The Ponds at Battle Creek plays 6,046 yards. The course is par 70 with 18 holes (8 par 3s, 4 par 4s, 6 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at The Ponds at Battle Creek?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 9, a 423-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at The Ponds at Battle Creek?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (6,046 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Gold tees (4,684 yards).
Is The Ponds at Battle Creek public or private?
The Ponds at Battle Creek is a public golf course in Minnesota. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near The Ponds at Battle Creek?
Nearby courses include Cimarron Golf Course, Royal Golf Club (Lake Elmo), Arbor Pointe Golf Club, Arbor Pointe Golf Club.
Is there a yardage book for The Ponds at Battle Creek?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for The Ponds at Battle Creek 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 The Ponds at Battle Creek 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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