Willowbend Golf Club
Willowbend Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Wichita, Kansas (67226). The course was designed by Tom Weiskopf & Jay Morrish and opened in 1987. From the Gold tees, Willowbend Golf Club plays to 7,041 yards at par 72. The course offers 14 sets of tees ranging from 4,301 to 7,041 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 74.9 — well above the 113 USGA neutral baseline, placing it among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 86% of rated golf courses in Kansas. 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 winter rye fairways. Hazards include 61-70 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Willowbend Golf Club.
About Willowbend Golf Club
Willowbend Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Wichita, Kansas (67226). The course was designed by Tom Weiskopf & Jay Morrish and established in 1987. From the Gold tees, the course plays to 7,041 yards with a par of 72. The Gold tees carry a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 74.9.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 143, Willowbend Golf Club is one of the more challenging courses in Kansas, playing harder than 86% 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 14 tee sets ranging from 4,301 to 7,041 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.
Par
72
Length
7,041
Slope
143
Rating
74.9
Course Difficulty Analysis
143
This Course
131
KS Average
113
US Average
Based on 173 rated courses in Kansas
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 143 | 74.9 | 424 | 403 | 557 | 173 | 380 | 455 | 543 | 186 | 331 | 3452 | 355 | 585 | 225 | 438 | 308 | 556 | 470 | 204 | 448 | 3589 | 7,041 |
Gold-Blue Combo | 138 | 73.6 | 424 | 382 | 513 | 173 | 352 | 430 | 543 | 186 | 331 | 3334 | 355 | 555 | 192 | 405 | 308 | 556 | 439 | 204 | 420 | 3434 | 6,768 |
Blue | 133 | 72.7 | 390 | 382 | 513 | 160 | 352 | 430 | 506 | 145 | 285 | 3163 | 326 | 555 | 192 | 405 | 285 | 510 | 439 | 165 | 420 | 3297 | 6,460 |
Blue-White Combo | 129 | 71.7 | 390 | 346 | 480 | 160 | 328 | 388 | 506 | 145 | 285 | 3028 | 326 | 508 | 164 | 376 | 285 | 510 | 405 | 165 | 387 | 3126 | 6,154 |
WHITE | 137 | 75.3 | 351 | 346 | 480 | 145 | 328 | 388 | 481 | 125 | 262 | 2906 | 302 | 508 | 164 | 376 | 265 | 490 | 405 | 150 | 387 | 3047 | 5,953 |
White | 123 | 70.5 | 351 | 346 | 480 | 145 | 328 | 388 | 481 | 125 | 262 | 2906 | 302 | 508 | 164 | 376 | 265 | 490 | 405 | 150 | 387 | 3047 | 5,953 |
W White-Willow Combo | 133 | 72.3 | 351 | 291 | 445 | 145 | 297 | 354 | 481 | 125 | 262 | 2751 | 302 | 418 | 117 | 351 | 265 | 490 | 377 | 150 | 368 | 2838 | 5,589 |
White-Willow Combo | 118 | 67.6 | 351 | 291 | 445 | 145 | 297 | 354 | 481 | 125 | 262 | 2751 | 302 | 418 | 117 | 351 | 265 | 490 | 377 | 150 | 368 | 2838 | 5,589 |
WILLOW | 127 | 71.4 | 326 | 291 | 445 | 123 | 297 | 354 | 454 | 105 | 223 | 2618 | 277 | 418 | 117 | 351 | 245 | 427 | 377 | 120 | 368 | 2700 | 5,318 |
Willow | 117 | 66.8 | 326 | 291 | 445 | 123 | 297 | 354 | 454 | 105 | 223 | 2618 | 277 | 418 | 117 | 351 | 245 | 427 | 377 | 120 | 368 | 2700 | 5,318 |
Willow-Copper Combo | 112 | 63.9 | 326 | 253 | 365 | 123 | 239 | 283 | 454 | 105 | 223 | 2371 | 277 | 365 | 117 | 274 | 245 | 427 | 307 | 120 | 294 | 2426 | 4,797 |
WILLOW-COPPER COMBO | 117 | 68.3 | 326 | 253 | 363 | 123 | 239 | 283 | 454 | 105 | 223 | 2369 | 277 | 365 | 117 | 274 | 245 | 427 | 307 | 120 | 294 | 2426 | 4,795 |
COPPER | 111 | 65.4 | 241 | 253 | 365 | 123 | 239 | 283 | 366 | 105 | 149 | 2124 | 191 | 365 | 117 | 274 | 178 | 331 | 307 | 120 | 294 | 2177 | 4,301 |
Copper | 109 | 62.1 | 241 | 253 | 365 | 123 | 239 | 283 | 366 | 105 | 149 | 2124 | 191 | 365 | 117 | 274 | 178 | 331 | 307 | 120 | 294 | 2177 | 4,301 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 3 | 11 | 15 | 13 | 7 | 1 | 5 | 17 | 9 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 2 | 12 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Willowbend Golf Club offers 14 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 7,041 | 143 | 74.9 | 0-5 |
Gold-Blue Combo | 6,768 | 138 | 73.6 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,460 | 133 | 72.7 | 5-15 |
Blue-White Combo | 6,154 | 129 | 71.7 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,953 | 137 | 75.3 | 12-22 |
White | 5,953 | 123 | 70.5 | 12-22 |
W White-Willow Combo | 5,589 | 133 | 72.3 | 20-30 |
White-Willow Combo | 5,589 | 118 | 67.6 | 20-30 |
WILLOW | 5,318 | 127 | 71.4 | 20-30 |
Willow | 5,318 | 117 | 66.8 | 20-30 |
Willow-Copper Combo | 4,797 | 112 | 63.9 | 25+ |
WILLOW-COPPER COMBO | 4,795 | 117 | 68.3 | 25+ |
COPPER | 4,301 | 111 | 65.4 | 25+ |
Copper | 4,301 | 109 | 62.1 | 25+ |
Amenities at Willowbend Golf Club
Willowbend Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Willowbend Golf Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Willowbend Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Willowbend Golf Club is a public golf course located in Wichita, KS. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Willowbend Golf Club have?expand_more
Willowbend Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1987. The course was designed by Tom Weiskopf & Jay Morrish.
What is the yardage at Willowbend Golf Club?expand_more
From the Blue-White Combo tees, Willowbend Golf Club plays to 6,154 yards (par 72). The course offers 14 tee sets ranging from 4,301 to 7,041 yards.
What is the slope rating at Willowbend Golf Club?expand_more
The Gold tees at Willowbend Golf Club have a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 74.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Willowbend Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Willowbend Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Willowbend Golf Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Willowbend Golf Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Willowbend Golf Club offer?expand_more
Willowbend Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Willowbend Golf Club located?expand_more
Willowbend Golf Club is located at 8001 E Mulberry in Wichita, KS 67226. You can reach them at 316-636-4653.
What is the difficulty level at Willowbend Golf Club?expand_more
Willowbend Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 143. It plays harder than 86% of golf courses in Kansas. The average slope rating in Kansas is 131. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Willowbend Golf Club?expand_more
Willowbend Golf Club offers 14 tee sets. Gold tees (7,041 yards, slope 143) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Copper tees (4,301 yards, slope 109) 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 Willowbend Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Willowbend Golf Club should play the Copper tees, which play 4,301 yards with a slope of 109. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Willowbend Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White-Willow Combo tees (slope 118, rating 67.6) at Willowbend Golf Club would have a course handicap of 12 and an expected score of approximately 83. 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 Willowbend Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Willowbend Golf 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.