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.
South Hills Golf Course offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 124, putting it in the upper half of courses in Iowa for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
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
Course Difficulty Analysis
124
This Course
125
IA Average
113
US Average
Based on 196 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 |
Yellow | 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 |
Yellow | 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 |
White | 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 |
White | 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.
| 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.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for South Hills Golf Course. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. 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
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at South Hills Golf Course. You can also visit their website directly at http://www.golfsouthhills.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
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 52% 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 is calculated using the USGA 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.