South Hills Golf Course
Course at a glance
South Hills Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Waterloo, Iowa (50701). The course was designed by Leanord Kotowski and opened in 1971. From the Blue tees, South Hills Golf Course plays to 6,653 yards at par 72. The course offers 7 sets of tees ranging from 5,437 to 6,653 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 118 and a course rating of 71.5, near the 113 World Handicap System baseline and a balanced test for the average golfer. That ranks it harder than roughly 49% of rated golf courses in Iowa. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bluegrass fairways. Hazards include 1-10 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at South Hills Golf Course.
About South Hills Golf Course
South Hills Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Waterloo, Iowa (50701). The course was designed by Leanord Kotowski and established in 1971. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,653 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 118 and a course rating of 71.5.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 124, South Hills Golf Course is more accessible than most courses in Iowa. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 5,437 to 6,653 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Golf in Iowa typically runs from May through October. Spring and fall offer the best conditions with lower humidity and fewer crowds. Book early for prime weekend morning tee times during peak summer months.
Par
72
Length
6,653
Slope
118
Rating
71.5
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
124
This Course
125
IA Average
113
US Average
Based on 195 rated courses in Iowa
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 118 | 71.5 | 341 | 355 | 593 | 165 | 388 | 322 | 362 | 191 | 511 | 3228 | 394 | 403 | 153 | 539 | 434 | 385 | 184 | 528 | 405 | 3425 | 6,653 |
YellowWomen's | 124 | 75.4 | 331 | 309 | 493 | 156 | 338 | 316 | 354 | 184 | 502 | 2983 | 388 | 386 | 146 | 531 | 366 | 370 | 176 | 516 | 397 | 3276 | 6,259 |
YellowMen's | 115 | 69.6 | 331 | 309 | 493 | 156 | 338 | 316 | 354 | 184 | 502 | 2983 | 388 | 386 | 146 | 531 | 366 | 370 | 176 | 516 | 397 | 3276 | 6,259 |
WhiteWomen's | 119 | 73.7 | 325 | 299 | 483 | 142 | 296 | 306 | 344 | 178 | 435 | 2808 | 375 | 364 | 134 | 520 | 355 | 358 | 166 | 508 | 384 | 3164 | 5,972 |
WhiteMen's | 110 | 68.2 | 325 | 299 | 483 | 142 | 296 | 306 | 344 | 178 | 435 | 2808 | 375 | 364 | 134 | 520 | 355 | 358 | 166 | 508 | 384 | 3164 | 5,972 |
Red | 112 | 70.6 | 323 | 291 | 433 | 131 | 285 | 307 | 305 | 174 | 427 | 2676 | 325 | 285 | 133 | 466 | 310 | 315 | 164 | 438 | 325 | 2761 | 5,437 |
Red | 110 | 65.4 | 323 | 291 | 433 | 131 | 285 | 307 | 305 | 174 | 427 | 2676 | 325 | 285 | 133 | 466 | 310 | 315 | 164 | 438 | 325 | 2761 | 5,437 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 15 | 13 | 1 | 11 | 7 | 17 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 12 | 8 | 18 | 2 | 6 | 16 | 14 | 4 | 10 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
South Hills Golf Course offers 7 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,653 | 118 | 71.5 | 5-15 |
Yellow | 6,259 | 124 | 75.4 | 5-15 |
Yellow | 6,259 | 115 | 69.6 | 5-15 |
White | 5,972 | 119 | 73.7 | 12-22 |
White | 5,972 | 110 | 68.2 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,437 | 112 | 70.6 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,437 | 110 | 65.4 | 20-30 |
Amenities at South Hills Golf Course
South Hills Golf Course features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for South Hills Golf Course. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is South Hills Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
South Hills Golf Course is a public golf course located in Waterloo, IA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does South Hills Golf Course have?expand_more
South Hills Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1971. The course was designed by Leanord Kotowski.
What is the yardage at South Hills Golf Course?expand_more
From the White tees, South Hills Golf Course plays to 5,972 yards (par 72). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 5,437 to 6,653 yards.
What is the slope rating at South Hills Golf Course?expand_more
The Blue tees at South Hills Golf Course have a slope rating of 118 and a course rating of 71.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk South Hills Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at South Hills Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at South Hills Golf Course?expand_more
Visit the official course website at http://www.golfsouthhills.com/ or call 319-291-4268 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does South Hills Golf Course offer?expand_more
South Hills Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is South Hills Golf Course located?expand_more
South Hills Golf Course is located at 1830 E Shaulis Rd in Waterloo, IA 50701. You can reach them at 319-291-4268.
What is the difficulty level at South Hills Golf Course?expand_more
South Hills Golf Course is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 124. It plays harder than 49% of golf courses in Iowa. The average slope rating in Iowa is 125. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at South Hills Golf Course?expand_more
South Hills Golf Course offers 7 tee sets. Blue tees (6,653 yards, slope 118) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red tees (5,437 yards, slope 110) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at South Hills Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at South Hills Golf Course should play the Red tees, which play 5,437 yards with a slope of 110. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at South Hills Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 119, rating 73.7) at South Hills Golf Course would have a course handicap of 17 and an expected score of approximately 89. This uses the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at South Hills Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at South Hills Golf Course takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.