Sunnyside Country Club
About Sunnyside Country Club
Sunnyside Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Waterloo, Iowa (50701). The course was designed by Leo Patrick and established in 1970. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,756 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 73.0.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 135, Sunnyside Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in Iowa, playing harder than 85% of courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,284 to 6,756 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
6,756
Slope
135
Rating
73.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
135
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 135 | 73.0 | 405 | 425 | 557 | 172 | 365 | 489 | 381 | 155 | 419 | 3368 | 375 | 507 | 395 | 187 | 399 | 533 | 422 | 202 | 368 | 3388 | 6,756 |
Blue | 130 | 71.7 | 386 | 412 | 546 | 147 | 354 | 478 | 376 | 145 | 407 | 3251 | 366 | 497 | 345 | 157 | 389 | 522 | 394 | 192 | 358 | 3220 | 6,471 |
Blue/White | 127 | 70.3 | 386 | 351 | 499 | 147 | 354 | 437 | 376 | 145 | 373 | 3068 | 366 | 446 | 345 | 155 | 380 | 456 | 394 | 182 | 358 | 3082 | 6,150 |
White | 129 | 75.1 | 368 | 351 | 499 | 126 | 311 | 437 | 345 | 126 | 373 | 2936 | 339 | 446 | 317 | 155 | 380 | 456 | 332 | 182 | 290 | 2897 | 5,833 |
White | 119 | 69.2 | 368 | 351 | 499 | 126 | 311 | 437 | 345 | 126 | 373 | 2936 | 339 | 446 | 317 | 155 | 380 | 456 | 332 | 182 | 290 | 2897 | 5,833 |
White/Red | 127 | 73.2 | 368 | 344 | 499 | 126 | 305 | 437 | 339 | 126 | 326 | 2870 | 339 | 401 | 269 | 129 | 321 | 456 | 332 | 138 | 290 | 2675 | 5,545 |
White/Red | 117 | 67.7 | 368 | 344 | 499 | 126 | 305 | 437 | 339 | 126 | 326 | 2870 | 339 | 401 | 269 | 129 | 321 | 456 | 332 | 138 | 290 | 2675 | 5,545 |
Red | 122 | 72.1 | 296 | 344 | 420 | 109 | 305 | 433 | 339 | 102 | 326 | 2674 | 335 | 401 | 269 | 129 | 321 | 406 | 327 | 138 | 284 | 2610 | 5,284 |
Red | 115 | 65.9 | 296 | 344 | 420 | 109 | 305 | 433 | 339 | 102 | 326 | 2674 | 335 | 401 | 269 | 129 | 321 | 406 | 327 | 138 | 284 | 2610 | 5,284 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 9 | 1 | 17 | 11 | 7 | 13 | 15 | 3 | 12 | 2 | 10 | 16 | 8 | 4 | 14 | 18 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Sunnyside Country Club offers 9 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,756 | 135 | 73.0 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,471 | 130 | 71.7 | 5-15 |
Blue/White | 6,150 | 127 | 70.3 | 12-22 |
White | 5,833 | 129 | 75.1 | 12-22 |
White | 5,833 | 119 | 69.2 | 12-22 |
White/Red | 5,545 | 127 | 73.2 | 20-30 |
White/Red | 5,545 | 117 | 67.7 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,284 | 122 | 72.1 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,284 | 115 | 65.9 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Sunnyside Country Club
Sunnyside Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Sunnyside Country Club. 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 Sunnyside Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Sunnyside Country Club is a public golf course located in Waterloo, IA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Sunnyside Country Club have?expand_more
Sunnyside Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1970. The course was designed by Leo Patrick.
What is the yardage at Sunnyside Country Club?expand_more
From the Blue/White tees, Sunnyside Country Club plays to 6,150 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,284 to 6,756 yards.
What is the slope rating at Sunnyside Country Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Sunnyside Country Club have a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 73.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Sunnyside Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Sunnyside Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Sunnyside Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Sunnyside Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.sunnysidecountryclub.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Sunnyside Country Club offer?expand_more
Sunnyside Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Sunnyside Country Club located?expand_more
Sunnyside Country Club is located at 1600 Olympic Dr in Waterloo, IA 50701. You can reach them at 319-234-1125.
What is the difficulty level at Sunnyside Country Club?expand_more
Sunnyside Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 135. It plays harder than 85% 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 Sunnyside Country Club?expand_more
Sunnyside Country Club offers 9 tee sets. Black tees (6,756 yards, slope 135) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (5,284 yards, slope 115) 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 Sunnyside Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Sunnyside Country Club should play the Red tees, which play 5,284 yards with a slope of 115. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Sunnyside Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 119, rating 69.2) at Sunnyside Country Club would have a course handicap of 13 and an expected score of approximately 85. 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 Sunnyside Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Sunnyside Country Club 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.