Prairie Dunes Golf Course Goodwin, South Dakota
Prairie Dunes Golf Course is a par-70 public course in Goodwin, South Dakota, playing 7,562 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 75.5 and slope of 133.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 70 (4 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 5 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,562 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 75.5 / 133 |
| Tee Options | 8 |
| Location | Goodwin, South Dakota, USA |
| Coordinates | 44.8747, -96.8551 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 7,562 | 73 | 75.5 | 133 |
| Blue | 6,981 | 73 | 72.6 | 127 |
| Blue/White | 6,663 | 73 | 71 | 123 |
| White | 6,184 | 73 | 74.2 | 130 |
| White/Green | 5,905 | 73 | 72.7 | 124 |
| White | 6,184 | 73 | 74.2 | 130 |
| White/Green | 5,905 | 73 | 72.7 | 124 |
| Green | 5,230 | 73 | 69.3 | 116 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 75.5/133 | 458 | 478 | 590 | 145 | 371 | 542 | 171 | 481 | 492 | 3728 | 609 | 364 | 548 | 429 | 164 | 581 | 201 | 457 | 481 | 3834 | 7562 |
| Blue 72.6/127 | 426 | 444 | 525 | 138 | 326 | 525 | 161 | 461 | 473 | 3479 | 532 | 310 | 518 | 394 | 158 | 556 | 173 | 420 | 441 | 3502 | 6981 |
| Blue/White 71/123 | 426 | 342 | 525 | 138 | 326 | 525 | 146 | 423 | 407 | 3258 | 532 | 310 | 518 | 343 | 131 | 556 | 173 | 401 | 441 | 3405 | 6663 |
| White 74.2/130 | 359 | 342 | 498 | 131 | 287 | 433 | 146 | 423 | 407 | 3026 | 506 | 266 | 500 | 343 | 131 | 519 | 143 | 401 | 349 | 3158 | 6184 |
| White/Green 72.7/124 | 359 | 320 | 498 | 113 | 287 | 433 | 139 | 351 | 316 | 2816 | 506 | 266 | 500 | 343 | 129 | 519 | 118 | 359 | 349 | 3089 | 5905 |
| White 74.2/130 | 359 | 342 | 498 | 131 | 287 | 433 | 146 | 423 | 407 | 3026 | 506 | 266 | 500 | 343 | 131 | 519 | 143 | 401 | 349 | 3158 | 6184 |
| White/Green 72.7/124 | 359 | 320 | 498 | 113 | 287 | 433 | 139 | 351 | 316 | 2816 | 506 | 266 | 500 | 343 | 129 | 519 | 118 | 359 | 349 | 3089 | 5905 |
| Green 69.3/116 | 306 | 320 | 433 | 113 | 255 | 377 | 139 | 351 | 316 | 2610 | 423 | 190 | 371 | 277 | 129 | 433 | 118 | 359 | 320 | 2620 | 5230 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 37 | 73 |
| Hdcp | 5 | 7 | 9 | 17 | 13 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 18 | 10 | 8 | 16 | 12 | 14 | 6 | 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 (7,562 yards, 75.5/133)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 5 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 8 (par 4, 481 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (6,184 yards, 74.2/130)
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 (5,230 yards, 69.3/116)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 4 (113 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 481 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 609 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 145 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 481-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Prairie Dunes Golf Course?
Prairie Dunes Golf Course has a course rating of 75.5 and slope of 133 from the back tees. From the Green tees, the rating is 69.3 with a slope of 116.
How long is Prairie Dunes Golf Course?
From the back tees, Prairie Dunes Golf Course plays 7,562 yards. The course is par 70 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 5 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Prairie Dunes Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 8, a 481-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Prairie Dunes Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (7,562 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Green tees (5,230 yards).
Is Prairie Dunes Golf Course public or private?
Prairie Dunes Golf Course is a public golf course in Goodwin, South Dakota. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Prairie Dunes Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Clear Lake Golf Club, Cloud Nine Golf Course (Watertown), Castlewood Golf Course, Cattail Crossing Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for Prairie Dunes Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Prairie Dunes 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 Prairie Dunes 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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