Bakker Crossing Championship Golf Course South Dakota
Bakker Crossing Championship Golf Course is a par-71 public course in South Dakota, playing 6,940 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 74 and slope of 130.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (5 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,940 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 74 / 130 |
| Tee Options | 5 |
| Location | South Dakota, USA |
| Coordinates | 43.4463, -96.7724 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 6,940 | 6,346 | 71 | 74 | 130 |
| Silver | 6,429 | 5,879 | 71 | 71.6 | 125 |
| Blue | 5,877 | 5,374 | 71 | 69.3 | 115 |
| White | 5,248 | 4,799 | 71 | 66.4 | 108 |
| Green | 4,583 | 4,191 | 71 | 63.4 | 101 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 74/130 | 434 | 541 | 442 | 411 | 229 | 534 | 403 | 189 | 378 | 3561 | 452 | 208 | 564 | 174 | 459 | 421 | 516 | 236 | 349 | 3379 | 6940 |
| Silver 71.6/125 | 421 | 521 | 412 | 372 | 181 | 514 | 360 | 168 | 356 | 3305 | 409 | 180 | 538 | 162 | 425 | 380 | 491 | 203 | 336 | 3124 | 6429 |
| Blue 69.3/115 | 392 | 496 | 385 | 345 | 150 | 489 | 293 | 136 | 336 | 3022 | 371 | 165 | 476 | 139 | 386 | 350 | 471 | 183 | 314 | 2855 | 5877 |
| White 66.4/108 | 338 | 424 | 355 | 331 | 126 | 435 | 250 | 107 | 306 | 2672 | 333 | 144 | 445 | 135 | 322 | 334 | 414 | 168 | 281 | 2576 | 5248 |
| Green 63.4/101 | 282 | 394 | 287 | 285 | 111 | 395 | 200 | 89 | 235 | 2278 | 311 | 117 | 408 | 100 | 306 | 286 | 370 | 153 | 254 | 2305 | 4583 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Hdcp | 11 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 15 | 5 | 7 | 17 | 13 | 8 | 16 | 2 | 18 | 4 | 12 | 6 | 14 | 10 |
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 (6,940 yards, 74/130)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 3 (par 4, 442 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Blue (5,877 yards, 69.3/115)
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+: Green (4,583 yards, 63.4/101)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 13 (100 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 442 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 174 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 564 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 #3 handicap hole. At 541 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 Bakker Crossing Championship Golf Course?
Bakker Crossing Championship Golf Course has a course rating of 74 and slope of 130 from the back tees. From the Green tees, the rating is 63.4 with a slope of 101.
How long is Bakker Crossing Championship Golf Course?
From the back tees, Bakker Crossing Championship Golf Course plays 6,940 yards. The course is par 71 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Bakker Crossing Championship Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 3, a 442-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Bakker Crossing Championship Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (6,940 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Green tees (4,583 yards).
Is Bakker Crossing Championship Golf Course public or private?
Bakker Crossing Championship Golf Course is a public golf course in South Dakota. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Bakker Crossing Championship Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Prairie Green Golf Course (Sioux Falls), Kuehn Golf Course (Sioux Falls), Four Winds Golf Course, Minnehaha Country Club (Sioux Falls).
Is there a yardage book for Bakker Crossing Championship Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Bakker Crossing Championship 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.
Does Bakker Crossing Championship Golf Course 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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