Spirit Hollow Golf Course
Plan your round at Spirit Hollow Golf Course
Spirit Hollow Golf Course sits on about 400 acres of former cattle ranch in the Mississippi River Valley near Burlington, Iowa, with rolling hills, natural streams, rock outcroppings and mature oaks. Rick Jacobson designed the 18-hole, par 72 course, and streams affect play on eleven holes. The Gold tees play 7,550 yards with a 74.8 rating and 134 slope.
- 18 holes
- Par 72
- Designed by Rick Jacobson
Course strategy
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Spirit Hollow Golf Course hole by hole
Hole 1
299
yds ·Rust
A downhill opener that bends left. Leave the driver in the bag and aim for a short or mid iron into a large green with a bunker on the right.
Hole 2
390
yds ·Rust
A par 5 that can be reached with a controlled drive, though most players lay up and wedge in. Read the greens carefully.
Hole 3
100
yds ·Rust
Take an extra club. A short miss leaves an uphill lie in the rough or finds water.
Hole 4
439
yds ·Rust
This par 5 climbs out of the valley and plays longer than it looks, into the prevailing wind.
Hole 5
273
yds ·Rust
A good birdie chance. Hit a straight drive and stay out of the bunkers on the second shot.
Hole 6
303
yds ·Rust
Plays shorter than it looks. A draw off the tee sets up a short iron, and the pond in front and left of the green stays out of play.
Hole 7
108
yds ·Rust
Uphill, so take an extra club. Finding the right tier of the green leaves a makeable birdie putt.
Hole 8
332
yds ·Rust
The gorge off the tee is not really in play with a solid strike. The approach is straightforward.
Hole 9
266
yds ·Rust
Driver or hybrid off the tee, then a steep drop to a deep, narrow green with a stream on the left.
Hole 10
394
yds ·Rust
Reachable in two if you avoid the left side and the stream. Drive to the right half of the fairway.
Hole 11
252
yds ·Rust
Use a short club off the tee to avoid the stream that crosses twice. Keep right for the approach and watch the false front and bunker.
Hole 12
120
yds ·Rust
Avoid missing left. A pin-high shot leaves a makeable birdie putt.
Hole 13
298
yds ·Rust
The head golf professional calls it the most photographed hole. Drive left, then hit a middle iron. Putts run fast toward the clubhouse.
Hole 14
328
yds ·Rust
Plays shorter from the left side of the fairway. Watch the big hill on the left.
Hole 15
105
yds ·Rust
Carry the pond with enough club. The green slopes toward the lake.
Hole 16
282
yds ·Rust
Drive far left so the fairway rolls the ball back toward the right side. Take an extra club for the uphill approach.
Hole 17
341
yds ·Rust
Exposed to wind. Keep the drive left to avoid the trees on the right, but stay clear of the three bunkers on that side. The green breaks toward the woods.
Hole 18
423
yds ·Rust
An elevated tee makes it play closer to 500. Drive right of the tree, then approach a contoured green, staying left of the stream that crosses the fairway.
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Distances in yards
| Hole | Par | Hcp | Gold | Rust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | — | 426 | 299 |
| 2 | 5 | — | 607 | 390 |
| 3 | 3 | — | 183 | 100 |
| 4 | 5 | — | 607 | 439 |
| 5 | 4 | — | 468 | 273 |
| 6 | 4 | — | 445 | 303 |
| 7 | 3 | — | 165 | 108 |
| 8 | 4 | — | 431 | 332 |
| 9 | 4 | — | 410 | 266 |
| Out | 36 | 3,742 | 2,510 | |
| 10 | 5 | — | 575 | 394 |
| 11 | 4 | — | 352 | 252 |
| 12 | 3 | — | 210 | 120 |
| 13 | 4 | — | 480 | 298 |
| 14 | 4 | — | 467 | 328 |
| 15 | 3 | — | 215 | 105 |
| 16 | 4 | — | 434 | 282 |
| 17 | 4 | — | 496 | 341 |
| 18 | 5 | — | 579 | 423 |
| In | 36 | 3,808 | 2,543 | |
| Total | 72 | 7,550 | 5,053 | |
| Rating / Slope | 74.8 / 134 | — | ||
Before you go
Everything to know on arrival
Know before you go
- Book tee times online or by phone.
- A cart and the driving range are included with every round.
- Tee names are Gold, Black, White and Rust.
Carts & walking
Every round includes a cart and use of the driving range.
Practice facilities
The Shankopotamus Golf Academy is powered by Toptracer Range and offers several virtual courses. The range lights stay on until midnight.
Food & drink
Lambo's serves casual fare daily.
Quick answers
Spirit Hollow Golf Course at a glance
How many holes does Spirit Hollow Golf Course have, and what's the par?
Spirit Hollow Golf Course has 18 holes and plays to a par of 72, from 5,053 to 7,550 yards depending on the tees.
Is there a hole-by-hole guide to Spirit Hollow Golf Course?
Yes. This guide covers Spirit Hollow Golf Course hole by hole, with the course's own notes on its holes.
Who designed Spirit Hollow Golf Course?
Spirit Hollow Golf Course was designed by Rick Jacobson.
What are the cart and walking rules at Spirit Hollow Golf Course?
Every round includes a cart and use of the driving range.
What practice facilities does Spirit Hollow Golf Course have?
The Shankopotamus Golf Academy is powered by Toptracer Range and offers several virtual courses. The range lights stay on until midnight.
What food and drink does Spirit Hollow Golf Course have?
Lambo's serves casual fare daily.
How do you book a tee time at Spirit Hollow Golf Course?
Call the course at (319) 752-0004.
Where is Spirit Hollow Golf Course?
Spirit Hollow Golf Course is at 5592 Clubhouse Dr, Burlington, IA 52601.
Info last reviewed November 5, 2026. Policies change — confirm with the course before your round.
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