Walking Guide

Walking-Friendly Golf Courses in Des Moines, IOWA

Walking the course is one of the best ways to save money on golf — skipping the cart typically saves $10–$20 per round. It also means a more relaxed pace and better exercise. Not all courses allow walking, particularly during peak hours, so this list focuses on Des Moines courses that explicitly permit walkers. We found 31 walking-friendly courses in Des Moines, with weekday rates starting at $22. Some courses offer a dedicated walking rate — check each listing for details.

31

Walking courses

$22

Lowest walking rate

$10–$20

Typical cart savings

#1

Jewell Golf and Country

Best Walking Rate

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.7 (39)
Listed on course website · Checked Apr 25, 2026
$22
weekday 18 holes
$25 weekend
+cart fee
#2

Jefferson Community Golf Course

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed Twilight $204.4 (39)
Listed on course website · Checked Apr 25, 2026
$23
weekday 18 holes
$23 weekend
+cart fee
#3

Willow Creek Golf Course

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par 70

Walking allowed Twilight $484.1 (275)
Listed on course website · Checked Apr 25, 2026
$29
weekday 18 holes
Walking rate: $29
$36 weekend
+cart fee
#4

Otter Creek Golf Course

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.4 (287)
Listed on course website · Checked Apr 25, 2026
$33
weekday 18 holes
Walking rate: $33
$43 weekend
+cart fee
#5

Beaver Creek Golf Club

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed Twilight $314.0 (276)
Listed on course website · Checked Apr 25, 2026
$33
weekday 18 holes
Walking rate: $33
$43 weekend
+cart fee
#6

Copper Creek Golf Club and Event Center

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.4 (317)
Listed on course website · Checked Apr 25, 2026
$55
weekday 18 holes
Walking rate: $38
$70 weekend
#7

Tournament Club of Iowa

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed Twilight $454.4 (469)
Listed on course website · Checked Apr 25, 2026
$65
weekday 18 holes
$80 weekend
#8

Glen Oaks Country Club Iowa

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.7 (322)
No public pricing found · Call to confirm rates
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weekday 18 holes
— weekend
#9

Wakonda Club

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.5 (275)
No public pricing found · Call to confirm rates
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weekday 18 holes
— weekend
#10

Ankeny Golf and Country Club

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.9 (67)
No public pricing found · Call to confirm rates
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weekday 18 holes
— weekend
#11

Net Par

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.9 (67)
No public pricing found · Call to confirm rates
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weekday 18 holes
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#12

The Back Nine Golf | Des Moines, IA - Ankeny

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.9 (30)
No public pricing found · Call to confirm rates
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weekday 18 holes
— weekend
#13

Urbandale Golf & Country Club

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.6 (58)
No public pricing found · Call to confirm rates
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weekday 18 holes
— weekend
#14

Hyperion Field Club

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.7 (214)
No public pricing found · Call to confirm rates
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weekday 18 holes
— weekend
#15

Sugar Creek Golf Course

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.3 (162)
No public pricing found · Call to confirm rates
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weekday 18 holes
— weekend
#16

Elevation Golf Club

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed5.0 (23)
No public pricing found · Call to confirm rates
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weekday 18 holes
— weekend
#17

Indianola Golf Club

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.5 (133)
No public pricing found · Call to confirm rates
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weekday 18 holes
— weekend
#18

The Back Nine Golf | Waukee, Des Moines, IA

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed5.0 (28)
No public pricing found · Call to confirm rates
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weekday 18 holes
— weekend
#19

Walnut Ridge Disc Golf Course

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.8 (88)
No public pricing found · Call to confirm rates
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weekday 18 holes
— weekend
#20

Range Restaurant + Cocktail Bar

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.3 (698)
No public pricing found · Call to confirm rates
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weekday 18 holes
— weekend
#21

The Back Nine Golf | Des Moines - Downtown

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.9 (9)
No public pricing found · Call to confirm rates
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weekday 18 holes
— weekend
#22

Iowa Golf Association

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed5.0 (4)
No public pricing found · Call to confirm rates
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weekday 18 holes
— weekend
#23

Deer Run Golf Club

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed3.5 (96)
No public pricing found · Call to confirm rates
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weekday 18 holes
— weekend
#24

Bright Grandview Golf Course

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.3 (205)
No public pricing found · Call to confirm rates
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weekday 18 holes
— weekend
#25

Shady Oaks Golf Course

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.1 (108)
No public pricing found · Call to confirm rates
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weekday 18 holes
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#26

A.H. Blank Golf Course

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.2 (423)
No public pricing found · Call to confirm rates
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weekday 18 holes
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#27

Woodland Hills Golf Course

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.8 (1,499)
No public pricing found · Call to confirm rates
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weekday 18 holes
— weekend
#28

The Executive 9 at Woodland Hills

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.1 (20)
No public pricing found · Call to confirm rates
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weekday 18 holes
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#29

Jester Park Golf Course

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.4 (244)
No public pricing found · Call to confirm rates
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weekday 18 holes
— weekend
#30

Warrior Run Golf Course

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.4 (120)
No public pricing found · Call to confirm rates
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weekday 18 holes
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#31

Des Moines Golf and Country Club

Des-Moines, IA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.6 (241)
No public pricing found · Call to confirm rates
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weekday 18 holes
— weekend
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