Elkhorn Ridge Golf Club South Dakota
Elkhorn Ridge Golf Club is a par-72 public course in South Dakota, playing 7,220 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 74.6 and slope of 137.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,220 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 74.6 / 137 |
| Tee Options | 9 |
| Location | South Dakota, USA |
| Coordinates | 44.4797, -103.7293 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 7,220 | 72 | 74.6 | 137 |
| Black/Blue | 6,798 | 72 | 73 | 133 |
| Blue | 6,532 | 72 | 71.6 | 130 |
| Blue/White | 6,132 | 72 | 70.1 | 126 |
| White | 5,968 | 72 | 73.3 | 129 |
| Gold | 4,965 | 72 | 65.3 | 116 |
| White | 5,968 | 72 | 73.3 | 129 |
| Gold/Red | 4,938 | 72 | 67.8 | 120 |
| Red | 4,658 | 72 | 66.8 | 119 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 74.6/137 | 402 | 406 | 220 | 422 | 536 | 225 | 418 | 568 | 458 | 3655 | 442 | 458 | 615 | 189 | 513 | 402 | 121 | 365 | 460 | 3565 | 7220 |
| Black/Blue 73/133 | 329 | 359 | 205 | 422 | 536 | 225 | 363 | 505 | 458 | 3402 | 412 | 421 | 555 | 189 | 513 | 402 | 121 | 365 | 418 | 3396 | 6798 |
| Blue 71.6/130 | 329 | 359 | 205 | 390 | 485 | 205 | 363 | 505 | 413 | 3254 | 412 | 421 | 555 | 156 | 500 | 361 | 110 | 345 | 418 | 3278 | 6532 |
| Blue/White 70.1/126 | 300 | 319 | 167 | 390 | 485 | 205 | 340 | 464 | 413 | 3083 | 350 | 392 | 510 | 156 | 500 | 361 | 110 | 345 | 325 | 3049 | 6132 |
| White 73.3/129 | 300 | 319 | 167 | 370 | 435 | 190 | 340 | 464 | 375 | 2960 | 370 | 392 | 510 | 156 | 490 | 330 | 105 | 330 | 325 | 3008 | 5968 |
| Gold 65.3/116 | 276 | 293 | 81 | 251 | 365 | 130 | 327 | 451 | 350 | 2524 | 300 | 287 | 440 | 111 | 423 | 268 | 70 | 264 | 278 | 2441 | 4965 |
| White 73.3/129 | 300 | 319 | 167 | 370 | 435 | 190 | 340 | 464 | 375 | 2960 | 370 | 392 | 510 | 156 | 490 | 330 | 105 | 330 | 325 | 3008 | 5968 |
| Gold/Red 67.8/120 | 276 | 293 | 81 | 251 | 365 | 130 | 327 | 424 | 303 | 2450 | 295 | 283 | 440 | 111 | 423 | 268 | 70 | 320 | 278 | 2488 | 4938 |
| Red 66.8/119 | 243 | 258 | 81 | 230 | 350 | 110 | 277 | 424 | 303 | 2276 | 295 | 283 | 421 | 106 | 415 | 265 | 65 | 259 | 273 | 2382 | 4658 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 15 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 17 | 5 | 13 | 7 | 11 | 16 | 2 | 4 | 10 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 8 | 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: Black (7,220 yards, 74.6/137)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 2 (par 4, 406 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (5,968 yards, 73.3/129)
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 (4,658 yards, 66.8/119)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 16 (65 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 406 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 615 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 121 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 458-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Elkhorn Ridge Golf Club?
Elkhorn Ridge Golf Club has a course rating of 74.6 and slope of 137 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 66.8 with a slope of 119.
How long is Elkhorn Ridge Golf Club?
From the back tees, Elkhorn Ridge Golf Club plays 7,220 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Elkhorn Ridge Golf Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 2, a 406-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Elkhorn Ridge Golf Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (7,220 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (4,658 yards).
Is Elkhorn Ridge Golf Club public or private?
Elkhorn Ridge Golf Club is a public golf course in South Dakota. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Elkhorn Ridge Golf Club?
Nearby courses include Elkhorn Ridge Golf Club, Spearfish Canyon Country Club (Spearfish), Boulder Canyon Country Club, Belle Fourche Country Club.
Is there a yardage book for Elkhorn Ridge Golf Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Elkhorn Ridge Golf 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 Elkhorn Ridge Golf 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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