Kalona Golf Course
Kalona Golf Course offers a compelling 9-hole layout that challenges golfers with tight fairways, rolling hills, and smooth, fast greens. Ideal for players seeking precision and a short-game test, this public course pairs approachable yardage with a scenic Iowa setting.
Course Overview
Kalona Golf Course presents an engaging 9-hole layout that offers more than just a casual playing experience. Located in Kalona, Iowa, this public course challenges golfers to bring precision and thoughtful course management to each shot. While not lengthy, the course demands accuracy, weaving through rolling hills and well-maintained pine stands that both define and contain the fairways. These elevation changes ensure that no lie is without challenge, adding a refreshing dimension to your round that rewards well-planned approaches and creative shot-making.
The greens at Kalona stand out for their consistent speed and smooth roll, a feature that consistently draws praise from visiting players. Whether you’re testing your putting on the quick surfaces or navigating the subtle undulations, the greens offer a platform that feels more akin to those found on 18-hole championship venues than a standard nine-hole track. For golfers focused on honing their wedge and putting game, Kalona provides steady, character-filled challenges.
Service at the clubhouse complements the on-course experience, with welcoming staff and a selection of snacks and beverages that cater to a variety of tastes. The atmosphere here is casual yet attentive, making it easy to settle in for a post-round chat or plan your next visit. For those who appreciate a course that blends natural Iowa scenery with strategic design elements, Kalona stands out as a destination worth the trip.
Golfers of all skill levels will find elements to enjoy here. Tight fairways and tricky greens encourage thoughtful play, while the approachable yardage allows less experienced players to maintain pace and have fun. The course’s layout demands risk-reward decisions, keeping each hole interesting and engaging.
Walking the course is encouraged, with gently rolling terrain that rewards a paced and observant approach. A pair of sturdy golf shoes and a willingness to read the land will enhance your visit. Kalona Golf Course is an accessible retreat that respects the game’s fundamentals while inviting any golfer ready to challenge their short game and accuracy.
Course Highlights
The course is distinguished by its tight fairways bordered by mature pines and gentle elevation changes, which rarely offer flat lies. The consistently fast, true greens present a putting challenge akin to larger championship courses. Its short length emphasizes accuracy and strategic shot selection, favoring wedge and putting skills. The clubhouse complements the golf experience with friendly service and a selection of snacks and beverages.
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Guest Reviews
Matthew schmitt
Easily one of the best 9 hole courses I’ve played. Great service in the clubhouse, awesome picturesque holes, challenging shot making decisions, not super long but need to be accurate. Greens roll really nice and are consistent better than a lot of 18 hole courses in Iowa City Area. Worth the trip out and can’t wait to come back.
Dale Stone
This is a gorgeous course from the rolling hills to the well maintained pine trees to the quick greens! It is a course that I look forward ton playing in the future! The clubhouse had some amazing brats, a viriety of snaks, and wide variety of drinks for the non drinkers and drinkers alike.
Max Dewitt
Dale Stone
This is a gorgeous course from the rolling hills to the well maintained pine trees to the quick greens! It is a course that I look forward ton playing in the future! The clubhouse had some amazing brats, a viriety of snaks, and wide variety of drinks for the non drinkers and drinkers alike.
W Yoder
Two time Iowa 9 hole course of the year for good reason. Not the longest course you will play, but the course will challenge you with tight fairways and hills that will rarely give you a flat lie. Many holes offer risk and reward. Hit fairways, with a solid wedge and putter, then you will score well. If not, this course will test your short game repeatedly. Greens have character and roll as well, if not better, than the higher end 18 hole courses in the area. Iowa is one of the tops in the nation for 9 hole golf courses in the usa and this is one of the best i have played.
Trent DeKoter
Amazing course. Always in great condition. Customer service is also top notch and always welcoming. Worth the drive to Kalona.
Pierre gerard Chey
Trent DeKoter
Amazing course. Always in great condition. Customer service is also top notch and always welcoming. Worth the drive to Kalona.
Matthew schmitt
Easily one of the best 9 hole courses I’ve played. Great service in the clubhouse, awesome picturesque holes, challenging shot making decisions, not super long but need to be accurate. Greens roll really nice and are consistent better than a lot of 18 hole courses in Iowa City Area. Worth the trip out and can’t wait to come back.
Alan Parsons
Great layout, there are a couple holes that are truly a joy to look at. The course only receives 3 stars due to the conditions of the fairway. I’m not sure if recent weather played into factor but the fairway was the tallest grass I’ve ever seen for being a fairway. Besides that, the course will provide great fun and is a nice overall experience.
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Course Details
Access & Location
1376 IA-1, Kalona, IA 52247, USA
Kalona Golf Course Clubhouse - casual facility offering refreshments and light snacks
Walking is encouraged; course terrain includes rolling hills so wearing supportive footwear is recommended.
Open to the public during daylight hours, no reservation needed except for large groups or tournaments
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