Des Moines Golf & Country Club
About Des Moines Golf & Country Club
Des Moines Golf & Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in West Des Moines, Iowa (50266). The course was designed by Pete Dye and established in 1968. From the Black tees, the course plays to 7,285 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 75.9.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 136, Des Moines Golf & Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in Iowa, playing harder than 87% 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 13 tee sets ranging from 3,747 to 7,285 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
7,285
Slope
136
Rating
75.9
Course Difficulty Analysis
136
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 | 136 | 75.9 | 402 | 615 | 220 | 409 | 215 | 451 | 395 | 400 | 540 | 3647 | 366 | 414 | 178 | 583 | 472 | 441 | 356 | 195 | 633 | 3638 | 7,285 |
Green-Black | 133 | 74.1 | 410 | 586 | 174 | 383 | 222 | 398 | 395 | 400 | 550 | 3518 | 366 | 395 | 178 | 583 | 472 | 426 | 381 | 168 | 558 | 3527 | 7,045 |
Green | 135 | 78.6 | 381 | 573 | 192 | 372 | 189 | 403 | 375 | 376 | 498 | 3359 | 321 | 392 | 147 | 551 | 439 | 396 | 337 | 171 | 552 | 3306 | 6,665 |
Green | 131 | 72.4 | 381 | 573 | 192 | 372 | 189 | 403 | 375 | 376 | 498 | 3359 | 321 | 392 | 147 | 551 | 439 | 396 | 337 | 171 | 552 | 3306 | 6,665 |
Blue-Green | 128 | 71.0 | 356 | 573 | 152 | 372 | 154 | 403 | 375 | 355 | 498 | 3238 | 321 | 365 | 147 | 551 | 356 | 396 | 337 | 171 | 552 | 3196 | 6,434 |
Blue | 127 | 74.8 | 356 | 519 | 152 | 334 | 154 | 392 | 355 | 355 | 467 | 3084 | 298 | 365 | 121 | 483 | 356 | 355 | 325 | 151 | 505 | 2959 | 6,043 |
Blue | 125 | 69.1 | 356 | 519 | 152 | 334 | 154 | 392 | 355 | 355 | 467 | 3084 | 298 | 365 | 121 | 483 | 356 | 355 | 325 | 151 | 505 | 2959 | 6,043 |
Blue-Bronze | 120 | 71.8 | 356 | 441 | 152 | 334 | 112 | 341 | 315 | 288 | 417 | 2756 | 298 | 365 | 112 | 432 | 312 | 297 | 293 | 151 | 505 | 2765 | 5,521 |
Blue-Bronze | 115 | 66.8 | 356 | 441 | 152 | 334 | 112 | 341 | 315 | 288 | 417 | 2756 | 298 | 365 | 112 | 432 | 312 | 297 | 293 | 151 | 505 | 2765 | 5,521 |
Bronze | 118 | 69.5 | 288 | 441 | 121 | 299 | 112 | 341 | 288 | 288 | 417 | 2595 | 260 | 269 | 112 | 432 | 312 | 297 | 293 | 115 | 430 | 2520 | 5,115 |
Bronze | 109 | 65.2 | 288 | 441 | 121 | 299 | 112 | 341 | 288 | 288 | 417 | 2595 | 260 | 269 | 112 | 432 | 312 | 297 | 293 | 115 | 430 | 2520 | 5,115 |
Scoring | 101 | 61.7 | 216 | 293 | 119 | 248 | 116 | 239 | 193 | 191 | 250 | 1865 | 199 | 232 | 69 | 309 | 252 | 177 | 227 | 104 | 313 | 1882 | 3,747 |
Scoring | 100 | 60.5 | 216 | 293 | 119 | 248 | 116 | 239 | 193 | 191 | 250 | 1865 | 199 | 232 | 69 | 309 | 252 | 177 | 227 | 104 | 313 | 1882 | 3,747 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 1 | 15 | 13 | 17 | 11 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 14 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 8 | 12 | 4 | 16 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Des Moines Golf & Country Club offers 13 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 7,285 | 136 | 75.9 | 0-5 |
Green-Black | 7,045 | 133 | 74.1 | 0-5 |
Green | 6,665 | 135 | 78.6 | 5-15 |
Green | 6,665 | 131 | 72.4 | 5-15 |
Blue-Green | 6,434 | 128 | 71.0 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,043 | 127 | 74.8 | 12-22 |
Blue | 6,043 | 125 | 69.1 | 12-22 |
Blue-Bronze | 5,521 | 120 | 71.8 | 20-30 |
Blue-Bronze | 5,521 | 115 | 66.8 | 20-30 |
Bronze | 5,115 | 118 | 69.5 | 20-30 |
Bronze | 5,115 | 109 | 65.2 | 20-30 |
Scoring | 3,747 | 101 | 61.7 | 25+ |
Scoring | 3,747 | 100 | 60.5 | 25+ |
Amenities at Des Moines Golf & Country Club
Des Moines Golf & Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Des Moines Golf & 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 Des Moines Golf & Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Des Moines Golf & Country Club is a public golf course located in West Des Moines, IA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Des Moines Golf & Country Club have?expand_more
Des Moines Golf & Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1968. The course was designed by Pete Dye.
What is the yardage at Des Moines Golf & Country Club?expand_more
From the Black tees, Des Moines Golf & Country Club plays to 7,285 yards (par 72). The course offers 13 tee sets ranging from 3,747 to 7,285 yards.
What is the slope rating at Des Moines Golf & Country Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Des Moines Golf & Country Club have a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 75.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Des Moines Golf & Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Des Moines Golf & Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Des Moines Golf & Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Des Moines Golf & Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.dmgcc.org/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Des Moines Golf & Country Club offer?expand_more
Des Moines Golf & Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Des Moines Golf & Country Club located?expand_more
Des Moines Golf & Country Club is located at 1600 Jordan Creek Parkway in West Des Moines, IA 50266. You can reach them at +1 515-440-7500.
What is the difficulty level at Des Moines Golf & Country Club?expand_more
Des Moines Golf & Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 136. It plays harder than 87% 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 Des Moines Golf & Country Club?expand_more
Des Moines Golf & Country Club offers 13 tee sets. Black tees (7,285 yards, slope 136) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Scoring tees (3,747 yards, slope 100) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Des Moines Golf & Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Des Moines Golf & Country Club should play the Scoring tees, which play 3,747 yards with a slope of 100. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Des Moines Golf & Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Blue tees (slope 125, rating 69.1) at Des Moines Golf & Country Club would have a course handicap of 14 and an expected score of approximately 86. 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 Des Moines Golf & Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Des Moines Golf & 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.