Rocky Knolls Golf Course South Dakota
Rocky Knolls Golf Course is a par-72 public course in South Dakota, playing 6,202 yards from the Blue - Men tees with a rating of 69.2 and slope of 114.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,202 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 69.2 / 114 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Location | South Dakota, USA |
| Coordinates | 43.7563, -103.6231 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue - Men | 6,202 | 72 | 69.2 | 114 |
| White - Men | 5,918 | 72 | 67.8 | 112 |
| Red - Men | 4,986 | 72 | 63 | 105 |
| Blue - Women | 6,202 | 72 | 74 | 136 |
| White - Women | 5,918 | 72 | 72.4 | 133 |
| Red - Women | 4,986 | 72 | 67.1 | 123 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue - Men 69.2/114 | 428 | 160 | 520 | 418 | 380 | 340 | 300 | 180 | 375 | 3101 | 428 | 160 | 520 | 418 | 380 | 340 | 300 | 180 | 375 | 3101 | 6202 |
| White - Men 67.8/112 | 402 | 150 | 509 | 405 | 374 | 300 | 285 | 169 | 365 | 2959 | 402 | 150 | 509 | 405 | 374 | 300 | 285 | 169 | 365 | 2959 | 5918 |
| Red - Men 63/105 | 390 | 145 | 385 | 278 | 300 | 280 | 280 | 145 | 290 | 2493 | 390 | 145 | 385 | 278 | 300 | 280 | 280 | 145 | 290 | 2493 | 4986 |
| Blue - Women 74/136 | 428 | 160 | 520 | 418 | 380 | 340 | 300 | 180 | 375 | 3101 | 428 | 160 | 520 | 418 | 380 | 340 | 300 | 180 | 375 | 3101 | 6202 |
| White - Women 72.4/133 | 402 | 150 | 509 | 405 | 374 | 300 | 285 | 169 | 365 | 2959 | 402 | 150 | 509 | 405 | 374 | 300 | 285 | 169 | 365 | 2959 | 5918 |
| Red - Women 67.1/123 | 390 | 145 | 385 | 278 | 300 | 280 | 280 | 145 | 290 | 2493 | 390 | 145 | 385 | 278 | 300 | 280 | 280 | 145 | 290 | 2493 | 4986 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 3 | 9 | 1 | 5 | 11 | 15 | 13 | 17 | 7 | 4 | 10 | 2 | 6 | 12 | 16 | 14 | 18 | 8 |
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 - Men (6,202 yards, 69.2/114)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 3 (par 5, 520 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White - Men (5,918 yards, 67.8/112)
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 - Women (4,986 yards, 67.1/123)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 2 (145 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 520 yards from the back tees, this par 5 is a true three-shot hole for most golfers.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 180 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The shortest par 3 at 160 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. At 520 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 Rocky Knolls Golf Course?
Rocky Knolls Golf Course has a course rating of 69.2 and slope of 114 from the back tees. From the Red - Women tees, the rating is 67.1 with a slope of 123.
How long is Rocky Knolls Golf Course?
From the back tees, Rocky Knolls Golf Course plays 6,202 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Rocky Knolls Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 3, a 520-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Rocky Knolls Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue - Men tees (6,202 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red - Women tees (4,986 yards).
Is Rocky Knolls Golf Course public or private?
Rocky Knolls Golf Course is a public golf course in South Dakota. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Rocky Knolls Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Southern Hills Golf Course (Hot Springs), Red Rock Golf Club, Hart Ranch Golf Club (Rapid City), Arrowhead Club.
Is there a yardage book for Rocky Knolls Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Rocky Knolls 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 Rocky Knolls 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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