Ponderosa Public Golf Course

Ponderosa Public Golf Course is a 9-hole public golf course in West Des Moines, Iowa, designed by Frank Donavon and built in 1967. Green fees run $15.00 on weekdays and $17.50 on weekends. The layout features Bluegrass fairways and Bermuda Grass greens, water hazards in play. The course is open apr 1 to nov 1, metal spikes allowed. Ponderosa Public Golf Course welcomes visitors and locals alike as one of the area’s accessible daily-fee options in West Des Moines, Iowa.

Contact Details

600 S 60th St
West Des Moines, Iowa 50266
515-225-1766

Course Information

Course CityWest Des Moines
Course CountyPolk
Course StateIowa
Course ClassificationPublic
Course Built1967
Course Annual RoundsN
Course SeasonApr 1 to Nov 1
Course ManagerSally Latta
Course Club ProJoan Thorton
Course SuperintendantLeonard Nelson
Course Guest PolicyOpen
Course DesignerFrank Donavon
Course Shop Hours7:00 AM / N/A
Course Dress CodeNo dress code
Course Weekend Fees$17.50
Course Weekday Fees$15.00
Course Tee ReservationN/A N/A
Course Holes9
Course GreenBermuda Grass
Course FairwayBluegrass
Course Water HazardYes
Course BunkerNone
Course Metal SpikeAllowed
Course Greens AeratedVaries
Course OverseedingNo Overseeding
Course Five-somesNot Allowed

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to play at Ponderosa Public Golf Course?

It costs $17.50 to play at Ponderosa Public Golf Course on the weekend and $15.00 to play on weekdays.

What is the grass type used on the course?

The grass type used on the greens at Ponderosa Public Golf Course is Bermuda Grass and the grass type used on the fairways is Bluegrass.

What is the dress code at Ponderosa Public Golf Course?

The dress code at Ponderosa Public Golf Course is No dress code.

How many rounds of golf are played at Ponderosa Public Golf Course each year?

There are an estimated N rounds of golf played at Ponderosa Public Golf Course each year.

Does Ponderosa Public Golf Course have water hazards?

Yes, there are water hazards on the Ponderosa Public Golf Course course.

Does Ponderosa Public Golf Course have sand bunkers?

Yes, there are None sand bunkers located on the Ponderosa Public Golf Course course.

When are the greens aerated at Ponderosa Public Golf Course?

Aeration is needed to keep the greens healthy and involves placing small holes in the greens to allow air, water, and nutrients to reach the roots. The greens at Ponderosa Public Golf Course are aerated in Varies.