Gardner Golf Course
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Gardner Golf Course is a public 18-hole golf course located in Marion, Iowa.. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,670 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 118 and a course rating of 72.5.
Gardner Golf Course is open to the public for daily-fee play. Walking is permitted.
Gardner Golf Course offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 125, 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 5,379 to 6,670 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
6,670
Slope
118
Rating
72.5
Course Difficulty Analysis
125
This Course
122
IA Average
113
US Average
Based on 41 rated courses in Iowa
Which Tees Should I Play?
Gardner Golf Course offers 7 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Handicap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,670 | 118 | 72.5 | 5-15 |
White | 6,308 | 125 | 76.5 | 5-15 |
White | 6,308 | 114 | 70.8 | 5-15 |
White/Gold Combo | 5,968 | 112 | 69.0 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,581 | 110 | 67.0 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,515 | 114 | 72.2 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,379 | 113 | 71.3 | 20-30 |
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 | 72.5 | 364 | 504 | 445 | 138 | 412 | 453 | 427 | 218 | 410 | 3371 | 420 | 451 | 378 | 138 | 411 | 399 | 555 | 144 | 403 | 3299 | 6,670 |
White | 125 | 76.5 | 364 | 473 | 389 | 138 | 366 | 430 | 404 | 183 | 392 | 3139 | 415 | 416 | 357 | 138 | 392 | 383 | 536 | 144 | 388 | 3169 | 6,308 |
White | 114 | 70.8 | 364 | 473 | 389 | 138 | 366 | 430 | 404 | 183 | 392 | 3139 | 415 | 416 | 357 | 138 | 392 | 383 | 536 | 144 | 388 | 3169 | 6,308 |
White/Gold Combo | 112 | 69.0 | 364 | 473 | 350 | 138 | 366 | 430 | 375 | 172 | 365 | 3033 | 340 | 416 | 305 | 138 | 392 | 360 | 536 | 144 | 304 | 2935 | 5,968 |
Gold | 110 | 67.0 | 336 | 405 | 350 | 138 | 305 | 415 | 375 | 172 | 365 | 2861 | 340 | 410 | 305 | 138 | 283 | 360 | 436 | 144 | 304 | 2720 | 5,581 |
Gold | 114 | 72.2 | 310 | 405 | 350 | 138 | 305 | 415 | 340 | 172 | 365 | 2800 | 335 | 410 | 305 | 138 | 283 | 360 | 436 | 144 | 304 | 2715 | 5,515 |
Red | 113 | 71.3 | 305 | 401 | 343 | 138 | 302 | 409 | 335 | 127 | 330 | 2690 | 335 | 401 | 301 | 138 | 280 | 358 | 430 | 144 | 302 | 2689 | 5,379 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 9 | 15 | 13 | 11 | 3 | 17 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 10 | 18 | 8 | 14 | 2 | 6 | 12 | 16 | 4 |
Amenities at Gardner Golf Course
Gardner Golf Course features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Gardner Golf Course. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gardner Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Gardner Golf Course is a public golf course located in Marion, IA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Gardner Golf Course have?expand_more
Gardner Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Gardner Golf Course?expand_more
From the White tees, Gardner Golf Course plays to 6,308 yards (par 72). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 5,379 to 6,670 yards.
What is the slope rating at Gardner Golf Course?expand_more
The Blue tees at Gardner Golf Course have a slope rating of 118 and a course rating of 72.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Gardner Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Gardner Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Gardner Golf Course?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Gardner Golf Course. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Gardner Golf Course offer?expand_more
Gardner Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Gardner Golf Course located?expand_more
Gardner Golf Course is located in Marion, IA.
What is the difficulty level at Gardner Golf Course?expand_more
Gardner Golf Course is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 125. It plays harder than 71% of golf courses in Iowa. The average slope rating in Iowa is 122. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Gardner Golf Course?expand_more
Gardner Golf Course offers 7 tee sets. Blue tees (6,670 yards, slope 118) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red tees (5,379 yards, slope 113) 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 Gardner Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Gardner Golf Course should play the Red tees, which play 5,379 yards with a slope of 113. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
How long does a round take at Gardner Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Gardner 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.