Toad Valley Golf Course
Course at a glance
Toad Valley Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Pleasant Hill, Iowa (50327). The course was designed by Harold McCollum & Tom Brady and opened in 1973. From the Blue tees, Toad Valley Golf Course plays to 6,232 yards at par 71. The course offers 6 sets of tees ranging from 4,911 to 6,232 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 119 and a course rating of 69.8, near the 113 World Handicap System baseline and a balanced test for the average golfer. That ranks it harder than roughly 27% of rated golf courses in Iowa. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bluegrass fairways. Hazards include 1-10 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Toad Valley Golf Course.
About Toad Valley Golf Course
Toad Valley Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Pleasant Hill, Iowa (50327). The course was designed by Harold McCollum & Tom Brady and established in 1973. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,232 yards with a par of 71. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 119 and a course rating of 69.8.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 119, Toad Valley Golf Course is more accessible than most courses in Iowa. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 4,911 to 6,232 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
6,232
Slope
119
Rating
69.8
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
119
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 | 119 | 69.8 | 525 | 422 | 137 | 370 | 383 | 324 | 191 | 555 | 157 | 3064 | 352 | 357 | 145 | 530 | 410 | 345 | 195 | 359 | 475 | 3168 | 6,232 |
White | 116 | 68.7 | 505 | 402 | 126 | 365 | 367 | 315 | 170 | 520 | 130 | 2900 | 348 | 341 | 140 | 520 | 400 | 335 | 187 | 349 | 465 | 3085 | 5,985 |
GoldWomen's | 110 | 69.8 | 420 | 345 | 115 | 335 | 331 | 307 | 145 | 450 | 100 | 2548 | 226 | 320 | 129 | 366 | 346 | 280 | 173 | 325 | 445 | 2610 | 5,158 |
GoldMen's | 102 | 65.0 | 420 | 345 | 115 | 335 | 331 | 307 | 145 | 450 | 100 | 2548 | 226 | 320 | 129 | 366 | 346 | 280 | 173 | 325 | 445 | 2610 | 5,158 |
Red | 107 | 68.4 | 415 | 293 | 115 | 325 | 294 | 305 | 140 | 445 | 77 | 2409 | 226 | 320 | 129 | 350 | 346 | 280 | 151 | 260 | 440 | 2502 | 4,911 |
Red | 99 | 63.7 | 415 | 293 | 115 | 325 | 294 | 305 | 140 | 445 | 77 | 2409 | 226 | 320 | 129 | 350 | 346 | 280 | 151 | 260 | 440 | 2502 | 4,911 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 11 | 9 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 12 | 4 | 14 | 18 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Toad Valley Golf Course offers 6 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 | 6,232 | 119 | 69.8 | 5-15 |
White | 5,985 | 116 | 68.7 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,158 | 110 | 69.8 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,158 | 102 | 65.0 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,911 | 107 | 68.4 | 25+ |
Red | 4,911 | 99 | 63.7 | 25+ |
Amenities at Toad Valley Golf Course
Toad Valley Golf Course features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Toad Valley Golf Course. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Toad Valley Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Toad Valley Golf Course is a public golf course located in Pleasant Hill, IA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Toad Valley Golf Course have?expand_more
Toad Valley Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1973. The course was designed by Harold McCollum & Tom Brady.
What is the yardage at Toad Valley Golf Course?expand_more
From the White tees, Toad Valley Golf Course plays to 5,985 yards (par 71). The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 4,911 to 6,232 yards.
What is the slope rating at Toad Valley Golf Course?expand_more
The Blue tees at Toad Valley Golf Course have a slope rating of 119 and a course rating of 69.8. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Toad Valley Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Toad Valley Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Toad Valley Golf Course?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://toadvalleygolfcourse.com/ or call +1 515-967-9575 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Toad Valley Golf Course offer?expand_more
Toad Valley Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Toad Valley Golf Course located?expand_more
Toad Valley Golf Course is located at 237 Northeast 80th Street in Pleasant Hill, IA 50327. You can reach them at +1 515-967-9575.
What is the difficulty level at Toad Valley Golf Course?expand_more
Toad Valley Golf Course is classified as moderate difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 119. It plays harder than 27% 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 Toad Valley Golf Course?expand_more
Toad Valley Golf Course offers 6 tee sets. Blue tees (6,232 yards, slope 119) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red tees (4,911 yards, slope 99) 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 Toad Valley Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Toad Valley Golf Course should play the Red tees, which play 4,911 yards with a slope of 99. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Toad Valley Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 102, rating 65.0) at Toad Valley Golf Course would have a course handicap of 8 and an expected score of approximately 79. 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 Toad Valley Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Toad Valley 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.