
The Harvester Course
The Harvester Golf Club

About this course
Carved into the rolling Iowa farmland near Rhodes, The Harvester Golf Club presents a unique, modern challenge amidst the state's traditional golfing landscape. Designed by Keith Foster and opened in 2000, the course embraces the natural undulations and contours of the prairie, demanding strategic play and offering glimpses of the expansive landscape. The Harvester favors the bold; wide fairways encourage aggressive drives, but well-placed hazards penalize wayward shots. Its length challenges even the longest hitters, demanding thoughtful club selection and precise execution, while its undulating greens ensure no putt is ever straightforward. The club fosters a camaraderie among its members, who appreciate the course's demanding layout and serene environment. Although it has not hosted major professional championships, The Harvester remains a sought-after destination for serious golfers looking for a challenging and rewarding experience in the heartland of America.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Private column compares member-only and guest-restricted courses.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in IA
Quick facts
- Location
- Rhodes, IA, USA
- Access
- Private
- Year built
- 2000
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Keith Foster
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 7,340 yards
- Difficulty
- 76/140
- Course Vaults score
- 9.2
Getting there
The journey to The Harvester Golf Club begins at Des Moines International Airport, a straightforward thirty-minute drive northeast into the rolling farmland of central Iowa. The route traces quiet state highways through Marshall County's agricultural heartland, where the landscape gradually shifts from suburban sprawl to open prairie and cultivated fields. As you approach Rhodes - a town of fewer than three hundred souls - the road narrows and the horizon widens, until suddenly the sculpted landforms of The Harvester rise from the surrounding corn and soybean fields like a links mirage on the American plains. The contrast between working farmland and world-class golf architecture could scarcely be more dramatic or more quintessentially Iowan.

FAQ
Common questions about The Harvester
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
The Harvester has a Course Vaults score of 9.2 out of 10 based on 52 logged golfers.
The Harvester was designed by Keith Foster.
The Harvester is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at The Harvester is 72.
The Harvester plays 7,340 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at The Harvester is 140.




