Prairie Winds Golf Club South Dakota
Prairie Winds Golf Club is a par-72 public course in South Dakota, playing 6,806 yards from the BLACK tees with a rating of 72.7 and slope of 125.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,806 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 72.7 / 125 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Location | South Dakota, USA |
| Coordinates | 44.9064, -97.2049 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLACK | 6,806 | 72 | 72.7 | 125 |
| COMBO | 6,806 | 72 | 71.7 | 124 |
| WHITE | 6,292 | 72 | 70.4 | 121 |
| GOLD | 5,117 | 72 | 72.8 | 120 |
| RED | 5,117 | 72 | 69.5 | 113 |
| GOLD | 5,117 | 72 | 72.8 | 120 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLACK 72.7/125 | 393 | 485 | 173 | 375 | 515 | 425 | 185 | 495 | 350 | 3396 | 509 | 409 | 532 | 205 | 389 | 408 | 341 | 198 | 419 | 3410 | 6806 |
| COMBO 71.7/124 | 393 | 485 | 173 | 375 | 515 | 425 | 185 | 495 | 350 | 3396 | 509 | 409 | 532 | 205 | 389 | 408 | 341 | 198 | 419 | 3410 | 6806 |
| WHITE 70.4/121 | 361 | 478 | 160 | 350 | 425 | 420 | 178 | 485 | 335 | 3192 | 483 | 350 | 498 | 178 | 355 | 379 | 314 | 160 | 383 | 3100 | 6292 |
| GOLD 72.8/120 | 297 | 443 | 148 | 240 | 275 | 280 | 170 | 449 | 307 | 2609 | 422 | 327 | 400 | 128 | 276 | 290 | 249 | 111 | 305 | 2508 | 5117 |
| RED 69.5/113 | 297 | 443 | 148 | 240 | 275 | 280 | 170 | 449 | 307 | 2609 | 422 | 327 | 400 | 128 | 276 | 290 | 249 | 111 | 305 | 2508 | 5117 |
| GOLD 72.8/120 | 297 | 443 | 148 | 240 | 275 | 280 | 170 | 449 | 307 | 2609 | 422 | 327 | 400 | 128 | 276 | 290 | 249 | 111 | 305 | 2508 | 5117 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 2 | 12 | 18 | 10 | 6 | 4 | 16 | 14 | 8 | 3 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 7 | 5 | 11 | 15 | 1 |
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 (6,806 yards, 72.7/125)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 18 (par 4, 419 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: WHITE (6,292 yards, 70.4/121)
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 (5,117 yards, 72.8/120)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 3 (148 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 419 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 173 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 532 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 #2 handicap hole. A 393-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Prairie Winds Golf Club?
Prairie Winds Golf Club has a course rating of 72.7 and slope of 125 from the back tees. From the GOLD tees, the rating is 72.8 with a slope of 120.
How long is Prairie Winds Golf Club?
From the back tees, Prairie Winds Golf Club plays 6,806 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Prairie Winds Golf Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 18, a 419-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Prairie Winds Golf Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the BLACK tees (6,806 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the GOLD tees (5,117 yards).
Is Prairie Winds Golf Club public or private?
Prairie Winds Golf Club is a public golf course in South Dakota. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Prairie Winds Golf Club?
Nearby courses include Cattail Crossing Golf Course, Cloud Nine Golf Course (Watertown), Castlewood Golf Course, Prairie Dunes Golf Course (Goodwin).
Is there a yardage book for Prairie Winds Golf Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Prairie Winds 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 Prairie Winds 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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