Whitefish Golf club
About Whitefish Golf club
Whitefish Golf club is a 18-hole golf course located in Ideal Township, Minnesota (56472). It was established in 1965. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,470 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 71.9.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 140, Whitefish Golf club is one of the more challenging courses in Minnesota, playing harder than 89% 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 9 tee sets ranging from 5,090 to 6,470 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 Minnesota 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
72
Length
6,470
Slope
137
Rating
71.9
Course Difficulty Analysis
140
This Course
130
MN Average
113
US Average
Based on 321 rated courses in Minnesota
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 137 | 71.9 | 382 | 381 | 410 | 188 | 516 | 326 | 178 | 507 | 375 | 3263 | 394 | 341 | 160 | 477 | 359 | 364 | 390 | 190 | 532 | 3207 | 6,470 |
Blue | 140 | 75.8 | 363 | 364 | 376 | 170 | 501 | 311 | 167 | 469 | 350 | 3071 | 374 | 332 | 145 | 464 | 338 | 335 | 376 | 176 | 517 | 3057 | 6,128 |
Blue | 133 | 70.5 | 363 | 364 | 376 | 170 | 501 | 311 | 167 | 469 | 350 | 3071 | 374 | 332 | 145 | 464 | 338 | 335 | 376 | 176 | 517 | 3057 | 6,128 |
White | 136 | 73.5 | 336 | 338 | 357 | 155 | 472 | 293 | 155 | 447 | 326 | 2879 | 358 | 322 | 130 | 438 | 311 | 302 | 340 | 156 | 497 | 2854 | 5,733 |
White | 127 | 68.6 | 336 | 338 | 357 | 155 | 472 | 293 | 155 | 447 | 326 | 2879 | 358 | 322 | 130 | 438 | 311 | 302 | 340 | 156 | 497 | 2854 | 5,733 |
Combo | 130 | 71.3 | 336 | 255 | 295 | 155 | 409 | 250 | 155 | 420 | 326 | 2601 | 338 | 322 | 130 | 414 | 311 | 302 | 302 | 156 | 451 | 2726 | 5,327 |
Combo | 123 | 66.6 | 336 | 255 | 295 | 155 | 409 | 250 | 155 | 420 | 326 | 2601 | 338 | 322 | 130 | 414 | 311 | 302 | 302 | 156 | 451 | 2726 | 5,327 |
Red | 128 | 69.9 | 303 | 255 | 295 | 132 | 409 | 250 | 145 | 420 | 280 | 2489 | 338 | 289 | 105 | 414 | 284 | 275 | 302 | 143 | 451 | 2601 | 5,090 |
Red | 120 | 65.6 | 303 | 255 | 295 | 132 | 409 | 250 | 145 | 420 | 280 | 2489 | 338 | 289 | 105 | 414 | 284 | 275 | 302 | 143 | 451 | 2601 | 5,090 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 7 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 9 | 17 | 5 | 13 | 4 | 12 | 18 | 8 | 10 | 14 | 2 | 16 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Whitefish Golf club offers 9 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,470 | 137 | 71.9 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,128 | 140 | 75.8 | 12-22 |
Blue | 6,128 | 133 | 70.5 | 12-22 |
White | 5,733 | 136 | 73.5 | 12-22 |
White | 5,733 | 127 | 68.6 | 12-22 |
Combo | 5,327 | 130 | 71.3 | 20-30 |
Combo | 5,327 | 123 | 66.6 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,090 | 128 | 69.9 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,090 | 120 | 65.6 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Whitefish Golf club
Whitefish Golf club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Whitefish 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 Whitefish Golf club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Whitefish Golf club is a public golf course located in Ideal Township, MN. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Whitefish Golf club have?expand_more
Whitefish Golf club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1965.
What is the yardage at Whitefish Golf club?expand_more
From the White tees, Whitefish Golf club plays to 5,733 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,090 to 6,470 yards.
What is the slope rating at Whitefish Golf club?expand_more
The Black tees at Whitefish Golf club have a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 71.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Whitefish Golf club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Whitefish Golf club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Whitefish Golf club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Whitefish Golf club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Whitefish Golf club offer?expand_more
Whitefish Golf club offers a pro shop.
Where is Whitefish Golf club located?expand_more
Whitefish Golf club is located at Route 1 County Rd 16 in Ideal Township, MN 56472. You can reach them at 218-543-4900.
What is the difficulty level at Whitefish Golf club?expand_more
Whitefish Golf club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 140. It plays harder than 89% of golf courses in Minnesota. The average slope rating in Minnesota is 130. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Whitefish Golf club?expand_more
Whitefish Golf club offers 9 tee sets. Black tees (6,470 yards, slope 137) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red tees (5,090 yards, slope 120) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Whitefish Golf club?expand_more
Beginners at Whitefish Golf club should play the Red tees, which play 5,090 yards with a slope of 120. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Whitefish Golf club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 127, rating 68.6) at Whitefish Golf club would have a course handicap of 13 and an expected score of approximately 85. 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 Whitefish Golf club?expand_more
A typical round at Whitefish 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.