Course Strategy Guide
How to Play Brown Deer Golf Club
Coralville, IA
How to Play Brown Deer Golf Club
Brown Deer Golf Club is a 18-hole, par-71 course featuring 5 par 3s and 4 par 5s. The layout includes 74 trees hazards and 70 ob hazards across the 18 holes, so course management is key. The longest hole is the 559-yard, par-5 Hole 2nd.
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Average 15-handicap golfer · Handicap 15
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Hole-by-Hole Strategy for Brown Deer Golf Club
Hole 1
Short opening hole with water running down the right side from 218 yards out and trees choking the left from 184 yards. The key is positioning your tee shot around 210 yards to stay clear of both hazards and leave a comfortable approach. The fairway narrows significantly past 250 yards, so restraint off the tee pays dividends.
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Hole 2
Reachable par 5 that demands careful navigation around water that cuts across the fairway at 457 yards, then guards the right side of the green complex. Fairway bunkers at 347-363 yards pinch the landing area for longer hitters. The green is surrounded by bunkers, so precision trumps power on the approach.
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Hole 3
Driveable par 4 with trees lining the entire left side and fairway bunkers guarding the right at 258 and 317 yards. OB left becomes a serious threat past 290 yards for aggressive lines. The green is protected by the right bunker, so favor the left side of your approach.
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Hole 4
Straightforward par 5 with fairway bunkers clustered on the right side from 400-454 yards. The hole rewards accuracy over distance, as the bunkers are easily avoided by favoring the left side. Green bunker protects the right side of the putting surface.
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Hole 5
Mid-iron par 3 to a green protected by bunkers on the left side. The putting surface slopes from back to front, so taking enough club is crucial to avoid the short-side bunkers. Miss right and long for the easiest recovery.
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Hole 6
Demanding par 4 with fairway bunkers in the landing area from 210-275 yards, particularly troublesome on the right. The approach plays to a green complex surrounded by bunkers on the right and center. Favor the left side throughout this hole.
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Hole 7
Solid par 4 with a fairway bunker at 259 yards in the center of the landing area, then another on the right at 317 yards. The green is well-protected by bunkers left and right, demanding a precise approach shot. The putting surface has subtle breaks.
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Hole 8
Water runs down the left side for the first 225 yards, making accuracy off the tee paramount. A fairway bunker at 313 yards on the right shouldn't come into play. The green has bunkers left, so favor the right side of your approach for the safest angle.
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Hole 9
Long par 3 that plays shorter than the yardage suggests due to elevation. Green bunkers protect the right side from 213-222 yards. Trees frame both sides of the green past 275 yards, but they're beyond the target. Club selection is critical on this demanding closer.
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Hole 10
Par 5 with water dominating the left side from tee to green, then cutting across the fairway at 363 yards before guarding the right side of the approach. The water forces everything right, creating a challenging angle into a green protected by a left bunker. Conservative play is rewarded.
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Hole 11
Mid-length par 4 with OB running down the entire left side and trees squeezing the right from 150 yards onward. The corridor narrows significantly in the landing area around 200-250 yards. Green bunker left makes the right side the preferred approach angle.
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Hole 12
Intimidating par 3 over water that cuts diagonally across the target line from 136-162 yards. OB and trees guard the left side throughout. The bailout area is right and long, though the green slopes back to front. Take plenty of club and aim right-center.
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Hole 13
Short par 4 with water on both sides in the landing area - right at 83-105 yards, left at 183-238 yards. Multiple fairway bunkers cluster around 190-232 yards, creating a narrow target. Despite the short distance, this hole demands precision and course management.
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Hole 14
Short but treacherous par 3 completely surrounded by trouble. Trees and OB guard both sides, with green bunkers right. The target is small and demands a committed swing. Any miss here finds serious trouble, making this one of the most demanding holes on the course.
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Hole 15
Par 5 with OB running down the right side for 285 yards, then trees taking over. Fairway bunkers on the right from 250-292 yards must be avoided. Trees begin crowding both sides past 300 yards, creating a narrow corridor for the approach. Green bunker protects the right side.
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Hole 16
Long, demanding par 4 where trees begin encroaching at 268 yards, then OB and trees create a gauntlet from 320 yards to the green. The approach must thread between hazards left and right to a green protected by bunkers right. Position and precision are everything here.
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Hole 17
Beautiful island green par 3 surrounded by water and bunkers. Green bunkers guard right, left, and center starting at 186 yards, while water wraps around from 189 yards. The putting surface is generous, but any miss finds serious trouble. Commit to the shot and trust your yardage.
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Hole 18
Dramatic finishing hole with OB left for 217 yards and water cutting across at multiple points from 123-254 yards. The approach must carry water and avoid green bunkers left, center, and right. This hole epitomizes risk-reward golf and demands aggressive precision under pressure.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Brown Deer Golf Club
What par is Brown Deer Golf Club?
Brown Deer Golf Club is a par-71, 18-hole golf course in Coralville, IA, playing approximately 6,315 yards.
What is the hardest hole at Brown Deer Golf Club?
Hole 15 is one of the most challenging — a 496-yard par 5 with 33 hazards. Par 5 with OB running down the right side for 285 yards, then trees taking over.
What hazards should I watch for at Brown Deer Golf Club?
Brown Deer Golf Club features 74 trees hazards, 70 ob hazards, 69 water hazards. Pay close attention to hazard placement on approach shots and tee shots on shorter par 4s.
What is the best strategy for playing Brown Deer Golf Club?
The best strategy for Brown Deer Golf Club is to play smart off the tee and avoid the major hazards. On the par-3 Hole 5th, mid-iron par 3 to a green protected by bunkers on the left side. Use this hole-by-hole guide to plan your shot targets and know where the safe misses are on every hole.
Where is Brown Deer Golf Club located?
Brown Deer Golf Club is located at 1900 Country Club Dr, Coralville, IA.
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