Curated Golf Guide

Best Golf Courses in Des Moines

Discover the top-rated golf destinations in Des Moines. We've analyzed reviews and data from 10 local courses to help you find the perfect round.

3.4 Avg Rating
5,583 Avg Yards

Golf in Des Moines — 2026 Guide

Des Moines is home to 10 golf courses with an average player rating of 3.4 out of 5. Courses here average 5,583 yards in length, with the longest stretching 6,959 yards. The top-rated course is Woodland Hills Golf Course, rated 4.2 stars.

Browse our ranked list below to compare courses by rating, yardage, and hole count. Each listing links to detailed scorecards, photos, and player reviews to help you plan your next round.

Editor's Picks for Des Moines

🏆 Top Rated

Woodland Hills Golf Course

Rated 4.2 stars by players

The highest rated course in the region, offering a premium experience for golfers of all skill levels.

⛳ The Longest Drive

Wakonda Club

6,959 yd from the back tees

A true test of distance. Bring your driver and get ready to cover some serious ground.

👥 Fan Favorite

Woodland Hills Golf Course

124 reviews

The most reviewed course in town. A popular choice among local players and visitors alike.

All Top Courses in Des Moines

#1

Woodland Hills Golf Course

Des Moines, Iowa

4.2 Rating
18 Holes
5,550 yd Length

The 18-hole "North" course at the Woodland Hills Golf facility in Des Moines, Iowa features 5,550 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of ...

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#2

Woodland Hills - The Executive 9

Des Moines, Iowa

4.1 Rating

Discover your ultimate golf experience in Des Moines! Woodland Hills Golf Course, centrally located on the north side of Des Moines, Iowa with easy...

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#3

Copper Creek Golf Course

Des Moines, Iowa

4.1 Rating
18 Holes
6,338 yd Length

Not far from Des Moines, Copper Creek Golf Course offers terrific views and challenging play for golfers at every skill level. Well-groomed fairway...

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#4

A H Blank Municipal Course

Des Moines, Iowa

4.0 Rating
18 Holes
6,715 yd Length

Not far from Des Moines, A H Blank Municipal Course offers terrific views and challenging play for golfers at every skill level. Well-groomed fairw...

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#5

Wakonda Club

Des Moines, Iowa

4.0 Rating
18 Holes
6,959 yd Length

Not far from Des Moines, Wakonda Club offers terrific views and challenging play for golfers at every skill level. Well-groomed fairways and greens...

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#6

Grandview Golf Course

Des Moines, Iowa

3.7 Rating
18 Holes
5,422 yd Length

Not far from Des Moines, Grandview Golf Course offers terrific views and challenging play for golfers at every skill level. Well-groomed fairways a...

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#7

Waveland Golf Course

Des Moines, Iowa

3.7 Rating
18 Holes
6,437 yd Length

Not far from Des Moines, Waveland Golf Course offers terrific views and challenging play for golfers at every skill level. Well-groomed fairways an...

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#8

Toad Valley Public Golf Course

Des Moines, Iowa

3.5 Rating
18 Holes
6,170 yd Length

Not far from Des Moines, Toad Valley Public Golf Course offers terrific views and challenging play for golfers at every skill level. Well-groomed f...

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#9

Willow Creek Golf Course, Inc.

Des Moines, Iowa

3.0 Rating

Not far from Des Moines, Willow Creek Golf Course, Inc. offers terrific views and challenging play for golfers at every skill level. Well-groomed f...

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#10

Sleepy Hollow Sports Park

Des Moines, Iowa

9 Holes
1,074 yd Length

Not far from Des Moines, Sleepy Hollow Sports Park offers terrific views and challenging play for golfers at every skill level. Well-groomed fairwa...

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