Echo Valley Country Club
About Echo Valley Country Club
Echo Valley Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Norwalk, Iowa (50321). The course was designed by Larry Packard and established in 1970. From the Black tees, the course plays to 7,040 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 74.2.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 139, Echo Valley Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in Iowa, playing harder than 93% 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 8 tee sets ranging from 5,004 to 7,040 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
7,040
Slope
139
Rating
74.2
Course Difficulty Analysis
139
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 | 139 | 74.2 | 377 | 532 | 179 | 342 | 399 | 533 | 455 | 192 | 427 | 3436 | 394 | 417 | 176 | 580 | 458 | 204 | 406 | 418 | 551 | 3604 | 7,040 |
Black-White Combo | 138 | 73.4 | 377 | 532 | 169 | 342 | 372 | 533 | 440 | 177 | 427 | 3369 | 394 | 417 | 176 | 538 | 429 | 188 | 406 | 418 | 551 | 3517 | 6,886 |
White | 132 | 71.9 | 332 | 517 | 169 | 302 | 372 | 490 | 440 | 177 | 407 | 3206 | 362 | 393 | 157 | 538 | 429 | 188 | 361 | 365 | 524 | 3317 | 6,523 |
White-Blue Combo | 127 | 70.7 | 332 | 475 | 159 | 302 | 364 | 490 | 419 | 165 | 407 | 3113 | 362 | 393 | 157 | 479 | 377 | 160 | 361 | 365 | 497 | 3151 | 6,264 |
Blue | 135 | 75.1 | 327 | 475 | 159 | 292 | 364 | 445 | 419 | 165 | 362 | 3008 | 319 | 356 | 148 | 479 | 377 | 160 | 306 | 317 | 497 | 2959 | 5,967 |
Blue | 121 | 69.3 | 327 | 475 | 159 | 292 | 364 | 445 | 419 | 165 | 362 | 3008 | 319 | 356 | 148 | 479 | 377 | 160 | 306 | 317 | 497 | 2959 | 5,967 |
Gold | 120 | 69.4 | 320 | 404 | 119 | 279 | 317 | 366 | 240 | 120 | 266 | 2431 | 255 | 304 | 129 | 429 | 336 | 135 | 258 | 272 | 455 | 2573 | 5,004 |
Gold | 108 | 64.6 | 320 | 404 | 119 | 279 | 317 | 366 | 240 | 120 | 266 | 2431 | 255 | 304 | 129 | 429 | 336 | 135 | 258 | 272 | 455 | 2573 | 5,004 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 7 | 17 | 15 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 5 | 4 | 12 | 18 | 2 | 6 | 10 | 16 | 8 | 14 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Echo Valley Country Club offers 8 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 7,040 | 139 | 74.2 | 0-5 |
Black-White Combo | 6,886 | 138 | 73.4 | 0-5 |
White | 6,523 | 132 | 71.9 | 5-15 |
White-Blue Combo | 6,264 | 127 | 70.7 | 5-15 |
Blue | 5,967 | 135 | 75.1 | 12-22 |
Blue | 5,967 | 121 | 69.3 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,004 | 120 | 69.4 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,004 | 108 | 64.6 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Echo Valley Country Club
Echo Valley Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Echo Valley 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 Echo Valley Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Echo Valley Country Club is a public golf course located in Norwalk, IA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Echo Valley Country Club have?expand_more
Echo Valley Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1970. The course was designed by Larry Packard.
What is the yardage at Echo Valley Country Club?expand_more
From the Black-White Combo tees, Echo Valley Country Club plays to 6,886 yards (par 72). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,004 to 7,040 yards.
What is the slope rating at Echo Valley Country Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Echo Valley Country Club have a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 74.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Echo Valley Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Echo Valley Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Echo Valley Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Echo Valley Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://echovalleycc.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Echo Valley Country Club offer?expand_more
Echo Valley Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Echo Valley Country Club located?expand_more
Echo Valley Country Club is located at 760 County Line Rd in Norwalk, IA 50321. You can reach them at 515-285-0101.
What is the difficulty level at Echo Valley Country Club?expand_more
Echo Valley Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 139. It plays harder than 93% 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 Echo Valley Country Club?expand_more
Echo Valley Country Club offers 8 tee sets. Black tees (7,040 yards, slope 139) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Gold tees (5,004 yards, slope 108) 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 Echo Valley Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Echo Valley Country Club should play the Gold tees, which play 5,004 yards with a slope of 108. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Echo Valley Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Blue tees (slope 135, rating 75.1) at Echo Valley Country Club would have a course handicap of 21 and an expected score of approximately 93. 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 Echo Valley Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Echo Valley 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.