Private

Wakonda Club

Alister Index

Course

Exclusivity

Prestige

Experience

Compete

Alister Index

Course

Exclusivity

Prestige

Experience

Compete

Des Moines, IA · Founded 1898

Wakonda Club is a private golf club in Des Moines, Iowa, founded in 1898. The club has 18 holes, a par of 72. The average member handicap is 17.4 with 42% single-digit players.

Wakonda Club stands as Des Moines' most historic private club, tracing its roots to 1898 in Iowa's capital city.

Scorecard

7,160 yardsRating 75Slope 143

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Hole	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	Out	10	11	12	13	14	15	16	17	18	In	Tot
Par	4	3	4	4	5	4	4	5	3	36	4	4	4	5	3	5	4	3	4	36	72
Moreau	442	165	438	440	548	423	367	549	154	3,526	474	441	362	572	222	506	453	203	401	3,634	7,160
I	438	155	387	420	518	404	355	525	140	3,342	432	401	351	536	192	492	423	182	311	3,320	6,662
II	415	138	373	410	483	389	330	497	134	3,169	381	387	342	523	165	465	412	158	303	3,136	6,305
V	415	138	317	322	453	389	330	497	134	2,995	328	387	310	490	165	465	391	158	303	2,997	5,992
III	372	130	317	322	453	363	324	438	120	2,839	328	348	310	490	121	423	391	155	266	2,832	5,671
IV	337	103	313	317	438	272	264	434	110	2,588	316	342	281	389	114	416	289	118	226	2,491	5,079
Hdcp	3	15	9	1	11	7	5	13	17		4	8	10	6	12	18	2	14	16

Membership Information

Membership Types

private

Member Profile

Above Average

17.4

Avg Handicap

Median Handicap12.7

Handicap Distribution

ScratchSingle digitTeens20+

Single-digit players42%

Gender split79% M / 21% F

Based on GHIN handicap data. Individual member information is not stored or displayed.

About Wakonda Club

With over 125 years of history, Wakonda represents the pinnacle of Iowa private club tradition and social prominence. The club's longevity and capital city location have established it as one of the state's most prestigious golf destinations.

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Key Facts

Wakonda Club is located in Des Moines, Iowa.
Club type: private.
Year founded: 1898.
Number of holes: 18.
Par: 72.
Average member handicap: 17.4.
Single-digit handicap players: 42%.
GHIN-registered members: 38.
Membership types: private.
Alister Index score: 68/100.

Frequently Asked Questions About Wakonda Club

How do I join Wakonda Club?

Wakonda Club is a private golf club offering private membership. Contact the club directly for current membership availability and application procedures.

How many holes does Wakonda Club have?

Wakonda Club is an 18-hole private golf club. The club was founded in 1898. The course is in Des Moines, Iowa.

What is the Alister Index score for Wakonda Club?

Wakonda Club scores 68 out of 100 on the Alister Index (grade D+). The score covers all five dimensions: course quality, exclusivity, prestige, member experience, and competitiveness.

Where is Wakonda Club located?

Wakonda Club is located at 3915 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321. You can reach the club by phone at (515) 285-4962. Visit their website for directions and additional contact information.