Butte des Morts Country Club
Course at a glance
Butte des Morts Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Appleton, Wisconsin (54915). The course was designed by Frank Taylor and opened in 1927. From the Blue tees, Butte des Morts Country Club plays to 6,321 yards at par 75. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 4,854 to 6,321 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 76.4, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 70% of rated golf courses in Wisconsin. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bluegrass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Butte des Morts Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Butte des Morts Country Club
Butte des Morts Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Appleton, Wisconsin (54915). The course was designed by Frank Taylor and established in 1927. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,321 yards with a par of 75. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 76.4.
Walking is permitted.
Butte des Morts Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 134, putting it in the upper half of courses in Wisconsin for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,854 to 6,321 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 Wisconsin 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
75
Length
6,321
Slope
134
Rating
76.4
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
134
This Course
129
WI Average
113
US Average
Based on 197 rated courses in Wisconsin
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BlueWomen's | 134 | 76.4 | 335 | 305 | 374 | 444 | 157 | 572 | 205 | 386 | 352 | 3130 | 408 | 410 | 145 | 402 | 407 | 360 | 385 | 120 | 554 | 3191 | 6,321 |
BlueMen's | 128 | 70.3 | 335 | 305 | 374 | 444 | 157 | 572 | 205 | 386 | 352 | 3130 | 408 | 410 | 145 | 402 | 407 | 360 | 385 | 120 | 554 | 3191 | 6,321 |
Blue / Gold | 125 | 68.9 | 335 | 305 | 374 | 395 | 157 | 511 | 165 | 386 | 352 | 2980 | 408 | 410 | 145 | 344 | 362 | 360 | 352 | 120 | 554 | 3055 | 6,035 |
GoldWomen's | 127 | 73.1 | 313 | 286 | 348 | 395 | 152 | 511 | 165 | 367 | 289 | 2826 | 392 | 401 | 125 | 344 | 362 | 342 | 352 | 113 | 477 | 2908 | 5,734 |
GoldMen's | 122 | 67.9 | 313 | 286 | 348 | 395 | 152 | 511 | 165 | 367 | 289 | 2826 | 392 | 401 | 125 | 344 | 362 | 342 | 352 | 113 | 477 | 2908 | 5,734 |
WhiteWomen's | 123 | 71.4 | 307 | 279 | 338 | 395 | 149 | 450 | 143 | 358 | 289 | 2708 | 322 | 394 | 122 | 294 | 320 | 342 | 352 | 109 | 477 | 2732 | 5,440 |
WhiteMen's | 117 | 66.5 | 307 | 279 | 338 | 395 | 149 | 450 | 143 | 358 | 289 | 2708 | 322 | 394 | 122 | 294 | 320 | 342 | 352 | 109 | 477 | 2732 | 5,440 |
White / Red | 119 | 69.6 | 307 | 279 | 338 | 395 | 149 | 442 | 143 | 295 | 289 | 2637 | 322 | 261 | 122 | 294 | 320 | 265 | 293 | 109 | 477 | 2463 | 5,100 |
Red | 115 | 67.9 | 246 | 279 | 338 | 348 | 149 | 442 | 143 | 295 | 239 | 2479 | 322 | 261 | 122 | 294 | 265 | 265 | 293 | 109 | 444 | 2375 | 4,854 |
Red | 112 | 63.7 | 246 | 279 | 338 | 348 | 149 | 442 | 143 | 295 | 239 | 2479 | 322 | 261 | 122 | 294 | 265 | 265 | 293 | 109 | 444 | 2375 | 4,854 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 39 | 75 | ||
| HCP | 3 | 13 | 7 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 17 | 9 | 5 | 8 | 10 | 16 | 6 | 4 | 12 | 14 | 18 | 2 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Butte des Morts Country Club offers 10 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 | 6,321 | 134 | 76.4 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,321 | 128 | 70.3 | 5-15 |
Blue / Gold | 6,035 | 125 | 68.9 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,734 | 127 | 73.1 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,734 | 122 | 67.9 | 12-22 |
White | 5,440 | 123 | 71.4 | 20-30 |
White | 5,440 | 117 | 66.5 | 20-30 |
White / Red | 5,100 | 119 | 69.6 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,854 | 115 | 67.9 | 25+ |
Red | 4,854 | 112 | 63.7 | 25+ |
Amenities at Butte des Morts Country Club
Butte des Morts Country Club features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
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How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Butte des Morts Country Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Butte des Morts Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Butte des Morts Country Club is a private golf course located in Appleton, WI. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Butte des Morts Country Club have?expand_more
Butte des Morts Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1927. The course was designed by Frank Taylor.
What is the yardage at Butte des Morts Country Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Butte des Morts Country Club plays to 5,440 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,854 to 6,321 yards.
What is the slope rating at Butte des Morts Country Club?expand_more
The Blue tees at Butte des Morts Country Club have a slope rating of 134 and a course rating of 76.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Butte des Morts Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Butte des Morts Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Butte des Morts Country Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://buttedesmortscc.org/ or call +1 920 738 5555 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Butte des Morts Country Club offer?expand_more
Butte des Morts Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Butte des Morts Country Club located?expand_more
Butte des Morts Country Club is located at 3600 West Prospect Avenue in Appleton, WI 54915. You can reach them at +1 920 738 5555.
What is the difficulty level at Butte des Morts Country Club?expand_more
Butte des Morts Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 134. It plays harder than 70% of golf courses in Wisconsin. The average slope rating in Wisconsin is 129. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Butte des Morts Country Club?expand_more
Butte des Morts Country Club offers 10 tee sets. Blue tees (6,321 yards, slope 134) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red tees (4,854 yards, slope 112) 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 Butte des Morts Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Butte des Morts Country Club should play the Red tees, which play 4,854 yards with a slope of 112. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Butte des Morts Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 123, rating 71.4) at Butte des Morts Country Club would have a course handicap of 16 and an expected score of approximately 88. 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 Butte des Morts Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Butte des Morts Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.