Burlington Golf Club
Course at a glance
Burlington Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Burlington, Iowa (52601). The course was designed by Ben Knight and opened in 1899. From the Blue tees, Burlington Golf Club plays to 6,639 yards at par 72. The course offers 11 sets of tees ranging from 4,268 to 6,639 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 129 and a course rating of 73.2, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 69% of rated golf courses in Iowa. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bent grass fairways. Hazards include 11-20 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Burlington Golf Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Burlington Golf Club
Burlington Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Burlington, Iowa (52601). The course was designed by Ben Knight and established in 1899. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,639 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 129 and a course rating of 73.2.
Walking is permitted.
Burlington Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 129, 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 11 tee sets ranging from 4,268 to 6,639 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
6,639
Slope
129
Rating
73.2
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
129
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 | 129 | 73.2 | 370 | 490 | 158 | 443 | 564 | 394 | 192 | 346 | 380 | 3337 | 388 | 380 | 518 | 164 | 386 | 498 | 405 | 169 | 394 | 3302 | 6,639 |
Green | 125 | 71.8 | 370 | 470 | 158 | 350 | 514 | 345 | 192 | 309 | 380 | 3088 | 388 | 349 | 518 | 164 | 386 | 498 | 337 | 169 | 394 | 3203 | 6,291 |
White | 124 | 71.1 | 359 | 470 | 136 | 350 | 514 | 345 | 172 | 309 | 367 | 3022 | 382 | 349 | 500 | 142 | 372 | 483 | 337 | 155 | 380 | 3100 | 6,122 |
GoldWomen's | 127 | 74.6 | 347 | 428 | 136 | 345 | 452 | 322 | 120 | 283 | 317 | 2750 | 368 | 342 | 425 | 138 | 362 | 433 | 291 | 135 | 350 | 2844 | 5,594 |
GoldMen's | 117 | 68.6 | 347 | 428 | 136 | 345 | 452 | 322 | 120 | 283 | 317 | 2750 | 368 | 342 | 425 | 138 | 362 | 433 | 291 | 135 | 350 | 2844 | 5,594 |
Red-long | 119 | 73.1 | 338 | 419 | 123 | 333 | 445 | 310 | 112 | 277 | 309 | 2666 | 351 | 323 | 421 | 93 | 307 | 429 | 286 | 129 | 343 | 2682 | 5,348 |
Red-long | 115 | 67.4 | 338 | 419 | 123 | 333 | 445 | 310 | 112 | 277 | 309 | 2666 | 351 | 323 | 421 | 93 | 307 | 429 | 286 | 129 | 343 | 2682 | 5,348 |
Red-short | 118 | 73.0 | 338 | 419 | 123 | 333 | 445 | 310 | 112 | 226 | 309 | 2615 | 351 | 323 | 421 | 93 | 307 | 429 | 286 | 105 | 343 | 2658 | 5,273 |
Red-short | 114 | 67.2 | 338 | 419 | 123 | 333 | 445 | 310 | 112 | 226 | 309 | 2615 | 351 | 322 | 422 | 93 | 307 | 429 | 286 | 105 | 343 | 2658 | 5,273 |
SilverWomen's | 106 | 67.3 | 239 | 330 | 123 | 265 | 342 | 240 | 112 | 226 | 246 | 2123 | 280 | 254 | 333 | 93 | 267 | 330 | 207 | 105 | 276 | 2145 | 4,268 |
SilverMen's | 107 | 62.8 | 239 | 330 | 123 | 265 | 342 | 240 | 112 | 226 | 246 | 2123 | 280 | 254 | 333 | 93 | 267 | 330 | 207 | 105 | 276 | 2145 | 4,268 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 9 | 7 | 17 | 1 | 3 | 13 | 15 | 11 | 5 | 4 | 10 | 14 | 18 | 8 | 12 | 2 | 16 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Burlington Golf Club offers 11 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 | 6,639 | 129 | 73.2 | 5-15 |
Green | 6,291 | 125 | 71.8 | 5-15 |
White | 6,122 | 124 | 71.1 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,594 | 127 | 74.6 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,594 | 117 | 68.6 | 20-30 |
Red-long | 5,348 | 119 | 73.1 | 20-30 |
Red-long | 5,348 | 115 | 67.4 | 20-30 |
Red-short | 5,273 | 118 | 73.0 | 20-30 |
Red-short | 5,273 | 114 | 67.2 | 20-30 |
Silver | 4,268 | 106 | 67.3 | 25+ |
Silver | 4,268 | 107 | 62.8 | 25+ |
Amenities at Burlington Golf Club
Burlington Golf Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Burlington Golf Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Burlington Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Burlington Golf Club is a private golf course located in Burlington, IA. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Burlington Golf Club have?expand_more
Burlington Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1899. The course was designed by Ben Knight.
What is the yardage at Burlington Golf Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Burlington Golf Club plays to 6,122 yards (par 72). The course offers 11 tee sets ranging from 4,268 to 6,639 yards.
What is the slope rating at Burlington Golf Club?expand_more
The Blue tees at Burlington Golf Club have a slope rating of 129 and a course rating of 73.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Burlington Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Burlington Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Burlington Golf Club?expand_more
Contact the course directly or call 319-752-3720 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Burlington Golf Club offer?expand_more
Burlington Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Burlington Golf Club located?expand_more
Burlington Golf Club is located at 2124 Sunnyside Ave in Burlington, IA 52601. You can reach them at 319-752-3720.
What is the difficulty level at Burlington Golf Club?expand_more
Burlington Golf Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 129. It plays harder than 69% 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 Burlington Golf Club?expand_more
Burlington Golf Club offers 11 tee sets. Blue tees (6,639 yards, slope 129) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Silver tees (4,268 yards, slope 107) 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 Burlington Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Burlington Golf Club should play the Silver tees, which play 4,268 yards with a slope of 107. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Burlington Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Red-long tees (slope 119, rating 73.1) at Burlington Golf Club 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 Burlington Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Burlington Golf Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.