The Golf Course at Branch River Cato, Wisconsin
The Golf Course at Branch River is a par-72 public course in Cato, Wisconsin, playing 6,698 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 72.5 and slope of 125.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,698 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 72.5 / 125 |
| Tee Options | 5 |
| Location | Cato, Wisconsin, USA |
| Coordinates | 44.1380, -87.7706 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,698 | 72 | 72.5 | 125 |
| White | 6,463 | 72 | 71.5 | 123 |
| Gold | 5,960 | 72 | 74.2 | 124 |
| Gold | 5,960 | 72 | 74.2 | 124 |
| Red | 5,286 | 72 | 69.9 | 115 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 72.5/125 | 404 | 318 | 584 | 412 | 159 | 407 | 196 | 402 | 522 | 3404 | 418 | 404 | 319 | 176 | 510 | 435 | 395 | 172 | 465 | 3294 | 6698 |
| White 71.5/123 | 388 | 309 | 575 | 389 | 147 | 386 | 183 | 391 | 513 | 3281 | 403 | 389 | 310 | 167 | 491 | 424 | 386 | 157 | 455 | 3182 | 6463 |
| Gold 74.2/124 | 381 | 309 | 523 | 342 | 129 | 380 | 167 | 300 | 501 | 3032 | 390 | 336 | 310 | 153 | 484 | 370 | 320 | 110 | 455 | 2928 | 5960 |
| Gold 74.2/124 | 381 | 309 | 523 | 342 | 129 | 380 | 167 | 300 | 501 | 3032 | 390 | 336 | 310 | 153 | 484 | 370 | 320 | 110 | 455 | 2928 | 5960 |
| Red 69.9/115 | 316 | 300 | 418 | 342 | 94 | 293 | 167 | 300 | 489 | 2719 | 297 | 332 | 232 | 153 | 430 | 256 | 317 | 105 | 445 | 2567 | 5286 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 9 | 15 | 1 | 5 | 17 | 7 | 11 | 3 | 13 | 10 | 6 | 14 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 18 | 16 |
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 (6,698 yards, 72.5/125)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 3 (par 5, 584 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Gold (5,960 yards, 74.2/124)
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 (5,286 yards, 69.9/115)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 5 (94 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 584 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 172 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The shortest par 3 at 159 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 435-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of The Golf Course at Branch River?
The Golf Course at Branch River has a course rating of 72.5 and slope of 125 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 69.9 with a slope of 115.
How long is The Golf Course at Branch River?
From the back tees, The Golf Course at Branch River plays 6,698 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at The Golf Course at Branch River?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 3, a 584-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at The Golf Course at Branch River?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,698 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,286 yards).
Is The Golf Course at Branch River public or private?
The Golf Course at Branch River is a public golf course in Cato, Wisconsin. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near The Golf Course at Branch River?
Nearby courses include Meadow Links Golf Course (Manitowoc), Fox Creek, CNC Links (Manitowoc), Spring Wander Springs Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for The Golf Course at Branch River?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for The Golf Course at Branch River 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 The Golf Course at Branch River 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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