Glen Oaks Country Club
About Glen Oaks Country Club
Glen Oaks Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in West Des Moines, Iowa (50266). The course was designed by Tom Fazio and established in 1994. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,898 yards with a par of 71. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 140 and a course rating of 74.4.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 140, Glen Oaks Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in Iowa, playing harder than 94% 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 4,718 to 6,898 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
6,898
Slope
140
Rating
74.4
Course Difficulty Analysis
140
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 | 140 | 74.4 | 373 | 203 | 408 | 314 | 215 | 419 | 412 | 365 | 510 | 3219 | 456 | 559 | 421 | 407 | 229 | 549 | 170 | 467 | 421 | 3679 | 6,898 |
Wise (Black-Green) | 136 | 73.4 | 373 | 185 | 390 | 314 | 215 | 419 | 391 | 339 | 501 | 3127 | 418 | 559 | 421 | 407 | 201 | 529 | 170 | 438 | 421 | 3564 | 6,691 |
Green | 135 | 72.8 | 355 | 185 | 390 | 314 | 193 | 400 | 391 | 339 | 501 | 3068 | 418 | 536 | 400 | 388 | 201 | 529 | 170 | 438 | 399 | 3479 | 6,547 |
Member (Green-White) | 133 | 71.1 | 355 | 166 | 370 | 260 | 193 | 370 | 391 | 339 | 473 | 2917 | 377 | 536 | 371 | 388 | 161 | 499 | 170 | 415 | 334 | 3251 | 6,168 |
White | 133 | 75.8 | 331 | 166 | 370 | 260 | 190 | 370 | 359 | 319 | 473 | 2838 | 377 | 509 | 371 | 357 | 161 | 499 | 159 | 415 | 334 | 3182 | 6,020 |
White | 132 | 70.4 | 331 | 166 | 370 | 260 | 190 | 370 | 359 | 319 | 473 | 2838 | 377 | 509 | 371 | 357 | 161 | 499 | 159 | 415 | 334 | 3182 | 6,020 |
Gentlemens (White-Blue) | 126 | 68.4 | 331 | 166 | 351 | 238 | 190 | 296 | 359 | 319 | 443 | 2693 | 297 | 470 | 371 | 323 | 141 | 466 | 159 | 415 | 292 | 2934 | 5,627 |
Blue | 124 | 72.0 | 301 | 138 | 351 | 238 | 159 | 296 | 323 | 297 | 443 | 2546 | 297 | 470 | 323 | 323 | 141 | 466 | 138 | 343 | 292 | 2793 | 5,339 |
Blue | 119 | 67.0 | 301 | 138 | 351 | 238 | 159 | 296 | 323 | 297 | 443 | 2546 | 297 | 470 | 323 | 323 | 141 | 466 | 138 | 343 | 292 | 2793 | 5,339 |
Prairie (Blue-Gold) | 121 | 70.0 | 301 | 138 | 285 | 210 | 159 | 296 | 323 | 215 | 379 | 2306 | 297 | 470 | 323 | 269 | 141 | 466 | 122 | 288 | 292 | 2668 | 4,974 |
Prairie (Blue-Gold) | 119 | 65.1 | 301 | 138 | 285 | 210 | 159 | 296 | 323 | 215 | 379 | 2306 | 297 | 470 | 323 | 269 | 141 | 466 | 122 | 288 | 292 | 2668 | 4,974 |
Gold | 117 | 68.6 | 280 | 120 | 285 | 210 | 141 | 296 | 282 | 215 | 379 | 2208 | 297 | 416 | 323 | 269 | 92 | 411 | 122 | 288 | 292 | 2510 | 4,718 |
Gold | 117 | 64.1 | 280 | 120 | 285 | 210 | 141 | 296 | 282 | 215 | 379 | 2208 | 297 | 416 | 323 | 269 | 92 | 411 | 122 | 288 | 292 | 2510 | 4,718 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 12 | 10 | 4 | 18 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 14 | 16 | 3 | 15 | 11 | 5 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 1 | 7 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Glen Oaks Country Club offers 13 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,898 | 140 | 74.4 | 0-5 |
Wise (Black-Green) | 6,691 | 136 | 73.4 | 5-15 |
Green | 6,547 | 135 | 72.8 | 5-15 |
Member (Green-White) | 6,168 | 133 | 71.1 | 12-22 |
White | 6,020 | 133 | 75.8 | 12-22 |
White | 6,020 | 132 | 70.4 | 12-22 |
Gentlemens (White-Blue) | 5,627 | 126 | 68.4 | 20-30 |
Blue | 5,339 | 124 | 72.0 | 20-30 |
Blue | 5,339 | 119 | 67.0 | 20-30 |
Prairie (Blue-Gold) | 4,974 | 121 | 70.0 | 25+ |
Prairie (Blue-Gold) | 4,974 | 119 | 65.1 | 25+ |
Gold | 4,718 | 117 | 68.6 | 25+ |
Gold | 4,718 | 117 | 64.1 | 25+ |
Amenities at Glen Oaks Country Club
Glen Oaks Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Glen Oaks 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 Glen Oaks Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Glen Oaks 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 Glen Oaks Country Club have?expand_more
Glen Oaks Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1994. The course was designed by Tom Fazio.
What is the yardage at Glen Oaks Country Club?expand_more
From the Member (Green-White) tees, Glen Oaks Country Club plays to 6,168 yards (par 71). The course offers 13 tee sets ranging from 4,718 to 6,898 yards.
What is the slope rating at Glen Oaks Country Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Glen Oaks Country Club have a slope rating of 140 and a course rating of 74.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Glen Oaks Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Glen Oaks Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Glen Oaks Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Glen Oaks Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.glenoakscc.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Glen Oaks Country Club offer?expand_more
Glen Oaks Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Glen Oaks Country Club located?expand_more
Glen Oaks Country Club is located at 1401 Glen Oaks in West Des Moines, IA 50266. You can reach them at 515-221-9500.
What is the difficulty level at Glen Oaks Country Club?expand_more
Glen Oaks Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 140. It plays harder than 94% 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 Glen Oaks Country Club?expand_more
Glen Oaks Country Club offers 13 tee sets. Black tees (6,898 yards, slope 140) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Gold tees (4,718 yards, slope 117) 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 Glen Oaks Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Glen Oaks Country Club should play the Gold tees, which play 4,718 yards with a slope of 117. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Glen Oaks Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gentlemens (White-Blue) tees (slope 126, rating 68.4) at Glen Oaks Country Club would have a course handicap of 14 and an expected score of approximately 85. 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 Glen Oaks Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Glen Oaks 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.