
Copper Creek Course
Copper Creek Golf Course


About this course
Copper Creek, a daily-fee layout carved into the rolling landscape of Pleasant Hill, Iowa, is where Midwestern hospitality meets engaging, playable golf. This isn't a course defined by a storied past, but rather by its commitment to providing a welcoming and enjoyable experience for golfers of all skill levels. Designed by Jerry Spencer, Copper Creek exemplifies a modern parkland style. Broad fairways lined with mature trees encourage aggressive play off the tee, while subtly undulating greens require a deft touch with the putter. A unique blend of doglegs and strategically placed bunkers rewards strategic thinking and precise shot-making, without punishing the occasional wayward drive. Local lore suggests that the back nine, with its elevation changes and scenic views, is where matches are truly decided, often fueled by friendly wagers and post-round tales at the clubhouse. While Copper Creek hasn't hosted major championships, its commitment to the local golfing community is unwavering. The club actively supports junior golf programs and hosts numerous regional tournaments, fostering a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere. Copper Creek is known locally for its hearty burgers served at the turn.
Quick facts
- Location
- Pleasant Hill, IA, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1997
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Gordon Cunningham
- Par
- 71
- Length
- 6,338 yards
- Difficulty
- 73/119
- Course Vaults score
- 7.2
Getting there
The journey to Copper Creek Golf Course unfolds across the rolling prairie landscape of central Iowa, most conveniently accessed via Cedar Rapids International Airport (CID), situated roughly forty-five minutes to the northeast. From there, the drive southwest toward Pleasant Hill carries you through quintessential Midwestern farmland - a gentle descent into the gently undulating terrain where Copper Creek has carved its routing through native grasses and mature hardwoods. The final miles transition from state highways into quieter county roads that wind past working agricultural land before arriving at the clubhouse, where the course's thoughtful design emerges from the surrounding countryside as a serene counterpoint to the vast, open horizons that define this corner of Iowa.

FAQ
Common questions about Copper Creek
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Copper Creek has a Course Vaults score of 7.2 out of 10 based on 12 logged golfers.
Copper Creek was designed by Gordon Cunningham.
Yes. Copper Creek is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Copper Creek is 71.
Copper Creek plays 6,338 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Copper Creek is 119.



