Sun Valley Golf Course
Plan your round at Sun Valley Golf Course
Sun Valley Golf Course is an 18-hole public course in Elsberry, Missouri, on more than 200 acres that opened in 1989. The front nine has gentle elevation changes, while the back nine climbs for higher views. Its signature is the 720-yard par 6 fifth hole. It plays to par 71 and 6,607 yards from the back tees (69.8 rating, 124 slope).
- Public
- 18 holes
- Par 71
- Opened 1989
Course strategy
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Sun Valley Golf Course hole by hole
Hole 1
380
yds ·Gold
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 2
160
yds ·Gold
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 3
450
yds ·Gold
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 4
410
yds ·Gold
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 5
571
yds ·Gold
A 720-yard par 6 from the back tees and the course's signature hole, which the club calls the beast.
Hole 6
315
yds ·Gold
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 7
125
yds ·Gold
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 8
317
yds ·Gold
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 9
130
yds ·Gold
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 10
360
yds ·Gold
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 11
258
yds ·Gold
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 12
330
yds ·Gold
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 13
150
yds ·Gold
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 14
375
yds ·Gold
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 15
157
yds ·Gold
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 16
496
yds ·Gold
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 17
375
yds ·Gold
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 18
330
yds ·Gold
No notes for this hole yet.
ScorecardView the full scorecard
Distances in yards
| Hole | Par | Hcp | Blue | White | Gold | Red |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 12 | 416 | 393 | 380 | 366 |
| 2 | 3 | 6 | 200 | 175 | 160 | 152 |
| 3 | 5 | 8 | 500 | 480 | 450 | 415 |
| 4 | 4 | 2 | 453 | 430 | 410 | 350 |
| 5 | 6 | 4 | 720 | 710 | 571 | 561 |
| 6 | 4 | 10 | 375 | 350 | 315 | 271 |
| 7 | 3 | 18 | 180 | 145 | 125 | 110 |
| 8 | 4 | 14 | 367 | 337 | 317 | 312 |
| 9 | 3 | 16 | 160 | 140 | 130 | 125 |
| Out | 36 | 3,371 | 3,160 | 2,858 | 2,662 | |
| 10 | 4 | 3 | 428 | 407 | 360 | 333 |
| 11 | 4 | 13 | 295 | 270 | 258 | 221 |
| 12 | 4 | 11 | 366 | 355 | 330 | 307 |
| 13 | 3 | 17 | 191 | 160 | 150 | 95 |
| 14 | 4 | 5 | 417 | 395 | 375 | 340 |
| 15 | 3 | 15 | 189 | 165 | 157 | 151 |
| 16 | 5 | 7 | 525 | 510 | 496 | 429 |
| 17 | 4 | 1 | 440 | 415 | 375 | 322 |
| 18 | 4 | 9 | 385 | 360 | 330 | 300 |
| In | 35 | 3,236 | 3,037 | 2,831 | 2,498 | |
| Total | 71 | 6,607 | 6,197 | 5,689 | 5,160 | |
| Rating / Slope | 69.8 / 124 | 68.1 / 119 | — | — | ||
| Women's rating / slope | — | — | — | 68.8 / 105 | ||
Scorecard data: OpenGolfAPI, © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL)
Before you go
Everything to know on arrival
Know before you go
- Bring a valid driver's license if you plan to drive a cart
- Book your tee time online
- The fifth hole is a 720-yard par 6, so plan your pace and shots accordingly
Carts & walking
Golfers must be 18 or older with a valid driver's license to drive a golf cart. Walking is allowed at any time of day.
Practice facilities
There is a driving range, and golf lessons are offered, including private lessons with a PGA professional.
Policies
Beginners and slower players are welcome. Weekday senior discounts and all-day play specials are offered, along with memberships, leagues, tournaments and gift certificates.
Quick answers
Sun Valley Golf Course at a glance
Is Sun Valley Golf Course open to the public?
Yes. Sun Valley Golf Course is a public course.
How many holes does Sun Valley Golf Course have, and what's the par?
Sun Valley Golf Course has 18 holes and plays to a par of 71, from 5,160 to 6,607 yards depending on the tees.
Is there a hole-by-hole guide to Sun Valley Golf Course?
Yes. This guide covers Sun Valley Golf Course hole by hole, with the course's own notes on its holes.
When did Sun Valley Golf Course open?
Sun Valley Golf Course opened in 1989.
What are the cart and walking rules at Sun Valley Golf Course?
Golfers must be 18 or older with a valid driver's license to drive a golf cart. Walking is allowed at any time of day.
What practice facilities does Sun Valley Golf Course have?
There is a driving range, and golf lessons are offered, including private lessons with a PGA professional.
How do you book a tee time at Sun Valley Golf Course?
Book online through the course's tee-time page, or call (573) 898-2613.
Where is Sun Valley Golf Course?
Sun Valley Golf Course is at 192 State Hwy W, Elsberry, MO 63343.
Info last reviewed November 5, 2026. Policies change — confirm with the course before your round.
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