Thunder Hills Country Club
About Thunder Hills Country Club
Thunder Hills Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Peosta, Iowa (52068). The course was designed by Gordon Cunningham and established in 1970. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,562 yards with a par of 71. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 77.7.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 137, Thunder Hills Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in Iowa, playing harder than 90% 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 12 tee sets ranging from 4,496 to 6,562 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
71
Length
6,562
Slope
137
Rating
77.7
Course Difficulty Analysis
137
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 | 137 | 77.7 | 345 | 583 | 186 | 341 | 157 | 415 | 347 | 375 | 515 | 3264 | 417 | 148 | 408 | 576 | 186 | 352 | 564 | 192 | 455 | 3298 | 6,562 |
Black | 128 | 71.6 | 345 | 583 | 186 | 341 | 157 | 415 | 347 | 375 | 515 | 3264 | 417 | 148 | 408 | 576 | 186 | 352 | 564 | 192 | 455 | 3298 | 6,562 |
Blue | 132 | 75.0 | 316 | 534 | 166 | 318 | 144 | 390 | 327 | 351 | 494 | 3040 | 402 | 135 | 385 | 525 | 154 | 323 | 549 | 156 | 432 | 3061 | 6,101 |
Blue | 124 | 69.5 | 316 | 534 | 166 | 318 | 144 | 390 | 327 | 351 | 494 | 3040 | 402 | 135 | 385 | 525 | 154 | 323 | 549 | 156 | 432 | 3061 | 6,101 |
Blue/Gold Combo | 128 | 73.2 | 316 | 482 | 143 | 318 | 144 | 344 | 327 | 305 | 449 | 2828 | 385 | 135 | 360 | 525 | 154 | 323 | 515 | 156 | 390 | 2943 | 5,771 |
Blue/Gold Combo | 118 | 68.1 | 316 | 482 | 143 | 318 | 144 | 344 | 327 | 305 | 449 | 2828 | 385 | 135 | 360 | 525 | 154 | 323 | 515 | 156 | 390 | 2943 | 5,771 |
Gold | 125 | 71.6 | 280 | 482 | 143 | 275 | 118 | 344 | 287 | 305 | 449 | 2683 | 385 | 130 | 360 | 452 | 150 | 300 | 515 | 123 | 390 | 2805 | 5,488 |
Gold | 116 | 66.8 | 280 | 482 | 143 | 275 | 118 | 344 | 287 | 305 | 449 | 2683 | 385 | 130 | 360 | 452 | 150 | 300 | 515 | 123 | 390 | 2805 | 5,488 |
Red | 112 | 67.9 | 275 | 432 | 90 | 251 | 101 | 297 | 250 | 288 | 383 | 2367 | 301 | 115 | 320 | 426 | 120 | 275 | 400 | 123 | 350 | 2430 | 4,797 |
Red | 110 | 63.3 | 275 | 432 | 90 | 251 | 101 | 297 | 250 | 288 | 383 | 2367 | 301 | 115 | 320 | 426 | 120 | 275 | 400 | 123 | 350 | 2430 | 4,797 |
Red/Green Combo | 108 | 66.4 | 275 | 332 | 90 | 241 | 101 | 297 | 250 | 223 | 383 | 2192 | 301 | 115 | 320 | 426 | 109 | 275 | 400 | 123 | 235 | 2304 | 4,496 |
Red/Green Combo | 107 | 62.2 | 275 | 332 | 90 | 241 | 101 | 297 | 250 | 223 | 383 | 2192 | 301 | 115 | 320 | 426 | 109 | 275 | 400 | 123 | 235 | 2304 | 4,496 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 14 | 2 | 16 | 12 | 18 | 10 | 8 | 4 | 6 | 11 | 15 | 3 | 7 | 17 | 5 | 1 | 13 | 9 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Thunder Hills Country Club offers 12 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,562 | 137 | 77.7 | 5-15 |
Black | 6,562 | 128 | 71.6 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,101 | 132 | 75.0 | 12-22 |
Blue | 6,101 | 124 | 69.5 | 12-22 |
Blue/Gold Combo | 5,771 | 128 | 73.2 | 12-22 |
Blue/Gold Combo | 5,771 | 118 | 68.1 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,488 | 125 | 71.6 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,488 | 116 | 66.8 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,797 | 112 | 67.9 | 25+ |
Red | 4,797 | 110 | 63.3 | 25+ |
Red/Green Combo | 4,496 | 108 | 66.4 | 25+ |
Red/Green Combo | 4,496 | 107 | 62.2 | 25+ |
Amenities at Thunder Hills Country Club
Thunder Hills Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Thunder Hills 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 Thunder Hills Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Thunder Hills Country Club is a public golf course located in Peosta, IA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Thunder Hills Country Club have?expand_more
Thunder Hills Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1970. The course was designed by Gordon Cunningham.
What is the yardage at Thunder Hills Country Club?expand_more
From the Black tees, Thunder Hills Country Club plays to 6,562 yards (par 71). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,496 to 6,562 yards.
What is the slope rating at Thunder Hills Country Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Thunder Hills Country Club have a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 77.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Thunder Hills Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Thunder Hills Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Thunder Hills Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Thunder Hills Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://thunderhillscc.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Thunder Hills Country Club offer?expand_more
Thunder Hills Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Thunder Hills Country Club located?expand_more
Thunder Hills Country Club is located at 16682 Thunder Hills Drive in Peosta, IA 52068. You can reach them at +1 563-556-3363.
What is the difficulty level at Thunder Hills Country Club?expand_more
Thunder Hills Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 137. It plays harder than 90% 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 Thunder Hills Country Club?expand_more
Thunder Hills Country Club offers 12 tee sets. Black tees (6,562 yards, slope 137) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red/Green Combo tees (4,496 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 Thunder Hills Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Thunder Hills Country Club should play the Red/Green Combo tees, which play 4,496 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 Thunder Hills Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 125, rating 71.6) at Thunder Hills Country Club would have a course handicap of 17 and an expected score of approximately 88. 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 Thunder Hills Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Thunder Hills 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.