Course Strategy Guide

Ruth Park Golf Club – Hole-by-Hole Guide, Tips, Yardages & Strategy

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Total Yardage
3,037 yds
Par
35
Slope Rating
113
Course Rating
34
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Hole 1

Par 4 • SI 3 • 374yd • Elevation: 576ft

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Tee
1
Green
Typical Wind Direction

About Ruth Park Golf Club

Ruth Park Golf Club presents a golf experience that demands thoughtful course management and strategic shot selection. The course is set at 576 ft, so bear that in mind with club selection and yardage calculations throughout your round.

Ruth Park Golf Club offers multiple tee sets, each featuring distinct course and slope ratings for men and women. This dual-rating system allows golfers to choose a setup that accurately reflects the challenge level for their playing category.

The below tee-by-tee breakdown gives golfers valuable yardage insights and helps them choose the setup that best matches their game, ensuring a challenge that rewards smart course management, strategic tee decisions, and well-planned landing areas.

Golfer on golf course
Golfer hitting from bunker

The prevailing wind, which typically comes from the South-West, adds an important layer of strategy to every round. This consistent wind direction influences club selection, ideal landing areas, and overall ball flight, making it essential for golfers to factor wind into their course management and approach planning. A detailed yardage guide or strategy guide can offer helpful tips for adjusting to these wind conditions.

Ruth Park Golf Club features 0 bunkers and 1 water hazards, each positioned to influence both tee strategy and approach play in subtle but meaningful ways. These hazards shape ideal landing areas and reward golfers who plan their shots carefully. Maintaining accurate yardage for each club and understanding how these features affect decision-making is essential for navigating the course efficiently and minimizing mistakes.

Whether you're planning your first round or looking to improve your strategy, a detailed course management approach with proper yardage calculations and club selection tips will help you navigate Ruth Park Golf Club more effectively. The elevation changes, combined with the strategic hazard placement, make this a course where course management and smart decision-making often trump raw distance.

Scorecard & Yardages

Course Statistics & Highlights

499
Longest Hole (yards)
155
Shortest Hole (yards)
337
Average Hole Length
2
Par 3 Holes

Front 9

Total Yardage:3037 yards
Total Par:35
Average Yardage:337 yards

Back 9

Total Yardage:0 yards
Total Par:0
Average Yardage:0 yards

Hardest Holes

Hole 5Par 4411 yards
Handicap 1
Hole 1Par 4374 yards
Handicap 3
Hole 9Par 4349 yards
Handicap 5

Easiest Holes

Hole 8Par 3158 yards
Handicap 17
Hole 4Par 3155 yards
Handicap 15
Hole 6Par 4414 yards
Handicap 13

Nearby Golf Courses to Ruth Park Golf Club

If you're playing golf in Saint Louis, Missouri, there are several other golf courses nearby that are worth exploring. Below are courses close to Ruth Park Golf Club, along with their distance, tee difficulty ranges, par, and total yardage.

Creve Coeur Golf Club

Distance from Ruth Park Golf Club: 5 miles
Location: Saint Louis, Missouri
Easiest Tees: Rating 60.5, Slope 97, Par 70, 3922 yards
Hardest Tees: Rating 69.6, Slope 119, Par 70, 6100 yards
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Normandie Golf Course

Distance from Ruth Park Golf Club: 5 miles
Location: Saint Louis, Missouri
Easiest Tees: Rating 0, Slope 0, Par 72, 0 yards
Hardest Tees: Rating 70.6, Slope 124, Par 71, 6405 yards
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Ruth Park Golf Club

Distance from Ruth Park Golf Club: 5 miles
Location: Saint Louis, Missouri
Easiest Tees: Rating 30.6, Slope 94, Par 35, 2200 yards
Hardest Tees: Rating 34, Slope 113, Par 35, 3037 yards
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Frequently Asked Questions

How hard is Ruth Park Golf Club for a 15 handicap?

Ruth Park Golf Club offers multiple tee sets with varying difficulty levels:

  • Blue tees (Men): Course rating 34, Slope rating 113
  • Blue tees (Women): Course rating 37.1, Slope rating 125
  • White tees (Men): Course rating 32.8, Slope rating 112
  • White tees (Women): Course rating 35.5, Slope rating 118
  • Red tees (Men): Course rating 30.6, Slope rating 94
  • Red tees (Women): Course rating 32.2, Slope rating 99

A 15 handicap golfer should expect a accessible test of their skills, with strategic course management being key to scoring well.

What tees should I play at Ruth Park Golf Club?

Ruth Park Golf Club offers multiple tee sets to accommodate different skill levels:

  • Blue tees: 3037 yards
  • White tees: 2752 yards
  • Red tees: 2200 yards

Choose tees that match your average driving distance and skill level for the most enjoyable round.

What are the hardest holes on Ruth Park Golf Club?

The hardest hole at Ruth Park Golf Club (stroke index 1) varies by tee set and gender:

  • Blue tees (Men): Hole 5 (Par 4, 411 yards, stroke index 1)
  • Blue tees (Women): Hole 5 (Par 4, 411 yards, stroke index 1)
  • White tees (Men): Hole 5 (Par 4, 380 yards, stroke index 1)
  • White tees (Women): Hole 5 (Par 4, 380 yards, stroke index 1)
  • Red tees (Men): Hole 5 (Par 4, 241 yards, stroke index 1)
  • Red tees (Women): Hole 5 (Par 4, 241 yards, stroke index 1)

These holes typically feature strategic hazards, elevation changes, and require precise shot placement. A personalized course strategy guide can help identify the most challenging holes based on your specific game.

What hazards should I watch out for at Ruth Park Golf Club?

Ruth Park Golf Club features 0 bunkers and 1 water hazards strategically placed throughout the course. With relatively few bunkers on the course, you can focus less on bunker play and more on other aspects of your game. While water hazards are present, they're limited in number, so you won't need to worry as much about water coming into play on most holes. Understanding the location and impact of these hazards is crucial for scoring well, which is why a personalized course strategy guide can be so valuable for navigating the course effectively.

How does wind affect play at Ruth Park Golf Club?

The prevailing wind at Ruth Park Golf Club typically comes from the South-West, which plays a significant role in club selection and shot strategy throughout your round. When playing into the wind, focus on keeping the ball low and maintaining control, as higher shots will be more affected by the wind conditions. When the wind is at your back, you can take advantage of the extra distance, but be careful not to overshoot your target. Being able to work the ball—shaping shots left or right to counteract the wind—is a valuable skill that will help you navigate the course more effectively. Adjusting your yardage calculations and club selection based on wind conditions, along with understanding how to keep the ball under the wind when necessary, can help you avoid costly mistakes and score better.

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