Otter Creek GC
A sunset view of a hole at Otter Creek Golf Course.
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4.5
237 Reviews (237)
5 Stars
149
4 Stars
76
3 Stars
8
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.8
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.7
95.3%
Recommend this course
226 out of 237 reviews
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4.6
7 Reviews (7)
5 Stars
4
4 Stars
3
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.6
Layout
4.9
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.8
StaffFriendliness
4.6
100.0%
Recommend this course
7 out of 7 reviews
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4.5
23 Reviews (23)
5 Stars
15
4 Stars
7
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.9
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.9
StaffFriendliness
4.7
95.7%
Recommend this course
22 out of 23 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public/Municipal
Style Links
Par 71
Length 6895 yards
Slope 125
Rating 72.9
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Otter Creek Golf Course (IA)
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Course Details

Year Built 1982
Fairways Bluegrass
Golf Season Open: 3/15 Closed: 11/15

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Proper attire is required.

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Meeting Facilities, Banquet Facilities

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4.5
237 Reviews (237)
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Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Windy Round

I played Otter Creek in a 20+ mph wind and it wa s a challenge. The course was in good shape with the greens being consistent and true. There were many two somes and a couple of singles but play was pretty smoothe. It is early in the season, but I still think there should be clean solution in the ball washers. Other than that it is a well maintained course I will return to for more rounds.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 52
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Nice track

We played this course for the first time in a while. Conditions were great. Greens were smooth and fairways were crisp and well manicured. Saturday afternoon/ evening and no beverage cart was disappointing. Bar staff was slow and not well versed in the drinks. Staff was friendly. Will be back. Would love to see twosomes combined to speed up pace of play. On a busy day combining should be expected and accepted.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 82
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Course has great layout and greens.

Fairly open on the teebox but carry and water in play 1/2 the time. Greens were in great shape with a subtle slope to them.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Nice Track

Good course, I'd recommend it. It was only mid-April and conditions were already very good. Greens rolling nicely. If it's windy, watch out. The course is open and the wind whips here. Maybe a tad overpriced, but a nice course that makes sense.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Excellent overall.

Great layout. Outstanding condition. Greens roll fast and true. Electric carts. Multiple sets of tees. Very fair.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

great course

What a nice course. The only problem was the greens were recently aerated and that made it interesting, but it is a challenging and pretty course. The layout was fun but difficult as it was our first time here. I would recommend driving up on the blind shots and getting a look it will save you strokes

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

This was a great course

Greens where great shape. Wide open holes but still very challenging.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

The Otter

Great course,very scenic,homes on the fairways adds to the enjoyment.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Well maintained

Staff was very friendly fairways were great shape not over challenging course but nice for what they have

Conditions Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 22
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

great course

The course had about 4 inches of rain this week so the ball wasn't running. Carts had to stay on path but our 3 some still got done in 4 hours. Great course and practice area.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Looking for a great course?

Otter Creek is in fantastic shape. The tees and fairways are luscious and the greens are fast and true! Some fairly easy holes are balanced out with some tougher holes. When the wind blows, it is a good test of your game.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great Course Layout

I really like this course. I usually play it once a month. We got a great deal on golfnow.com. The course has a great layout with a fun variety of holes. Even though it is a challenging course, you can find pars and birdies out there.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great Value

Third time playing this course--using the Golf Now App made this a steal. $30 for 18 w. a cart after 3PM. The course was in great condition and we played very quickly (we were originally a two-some but ended up joining another two some because we kept catching-up with them). Our round was under four hours and it did not feel quick. Course would be fairly easy to walk as well. Only complaint I have is there wasn't a starter/marshal at the first tee, so we were not sure who to check-in with. Will absolutely play here again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Average weather
Used cart

Great course, less than great staff

Beautiful course. In great shape, pretty tough course but not unfair or so tough that its not fun. Just about right. Could lose a few balls in all of the tall native grasses areas that line much of the rough. Did have issues with pro shop and bar staff. Friendly enough but some pretty ridiculous screw-ups. Guy in pro shop suggested a very nice way to make up for screw up and then blew it off and let me hanging. Bar staff gal was completely incompetent. Course great, value w/GolfNow app was good, staff needs work.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Otter Creek

Fun course. Need to be in the Fairways. Well maintained. Beautifully groomed.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Fun course and challenging

The only issue i see with the course is the number of ball marks on the greens. People are not repairing their marks and it impacts the putting. Other than that, the course is in great shape and well maintained.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Value

This is a great course! Senior rates start at 55 and the discount is significant. I will play here every week. Very well maintained.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Book it w/ John Urness

Course was in great shape....staff always friendly.....ready to challenge the golf legends of Beard and Urness.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Fun

it was a beautiful day and the course was in excellent shape. The only bad thing was my driving.
I would highly recommend the course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Golfer

Excellent golf facilities and a staff that matches it.Had a great time as I always do when I have played there and would recommend it to anyone!!!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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