Northern Links Golf Course Mapleton Township, South Dakota
Northern Links Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Mapleton Township, South Dakota, playing 6,520 yards from the BLUE tees with a rating of 71.4 and slope of 121.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,520 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 71.4 / 121 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Location | Mapleton Township, South Dakota, USA |
| Coordinates | 43.6327, -96.7165 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE | 6,520 | 72 | 71.4 | 121 |
| WHITE | 5,906 | 72 | 73.2 | 121 |
| GOLD | 5,768 | 72 | 72.4 | 119 |
| WHITE | 5,906 | 72 | 73.2 | 121 |
| GOLD | 5,768 | 72 | 72.4 | 119 |
| RED | 4,800 | 72 | 67 | 108 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE 71.4/121 | 533 | 196 | 367 | 372 | 156 | 377 | 524 | 356 | 379 | 3260 | 533 | 196 | 367 | 372 | 156 | 377 | 524 | 356 | 379 | 3260 | 6520 |
| WHITE 73.2/121 | 511 | 163 | 342 | 338 | 124 | 327 | 494 | 306 | 348 | 2953 | 511 | 163 | 342 | 338 | 124 | 327 | 494 | 306 | 348 | 2953 | 5906 |
| GOLD 72.4/119 | 511 | 163 | 327 | 338 | 124 | 327 | 440 | 306 | 348 | 2884 | 511 | 163 | 327 | 338 | 124 | 327 | 440 | 306 | 348 | 2884 | 5768 |
| WHITE 73.2/121 | 511 | 163 | 342 | 338 | 124 | 327 | 494 | 306 | 348 | 2953 | 511 | 163 | 342 | 338 | 124 | 327 | 494 | 306 | 348 | 2953 | 5906 |
| GOLD 72.4/119 | 511 | 163 | 327 | 338 | 124 | 327 | 440 | 306 | 348 | 2884 | 511 | 163 | 327 | 338 | 124 | 327 | 440 | 306 | 348 | 2884 | 5768 |
| RED 67/108 | 443 | 96 | 233 | 280 | 100 | 275 | 422 | 254 | 297 | 2400 | 443 | 96 | 233 | 280 | 100 | 275 | 422 | 254 | 297 | 2400 | 4800 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 3 | 1 | 9 | 7 | 17 | 15 | 5 | 13 | 11 | 4 | 2 | 10 | 8 | 18 | 16 | 6 | 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 (6,520 yards, 71.4/121)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 2 (par 3, 196 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: GOLD (5,768 yards, 72.4/119)
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+: RED (4,800 yards, 67/108)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 5 (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. A demanding par 3 at 196 yards that requires precise club selection.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 156 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 533 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 156 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A challenging par 3 at 196 yards.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Northern Links Golf Course?
Northern Links Golf Course has a course rating of 71.4 and slope of 121 from the back tees. From the RED tees, the rating is 67 with a slope of 108.
How long is Northern Links Golf Course?
From the back tees, Northern Links Golf Course plays 6,520 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Northern Links Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 2, a 196-yard par 3 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Northern Links Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the BLUE tees (6,520 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the RED tees (4,800 yards).
Is Northern Links Golf Course public or private?
Northern Links Golf Course is a public golf course in Mapleton Township, South Dakota. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Northern Links Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Elmwood Golf Course (Sioux Falls), Kuehn Park Golf Course, Country Club of Sioux Falls (Sioux Falls), Minnehaha Country Club (Sioux Falls).
Is there a yardage book for Northern Links Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Northern Links 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 Northern Links 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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