Local Rules
Out of bounds
Out of bounds is defined by boundary fences.
Care of course
Repair ball marks on greens and smooth sand traps.
Hole 9 lake and stakes
On hole 9, the lake and stakes carry a one-stroke penalty plus distance.
Golf cart restrictions
Keep carts on concrete paths, at least 30 feet from greens, off tee areas, and outside white lines.
Holes 5 and 8 lakes
For the lake on holes 5 and 8, lay back and take a one-stroke penalty.
Course Intelligence
Course Character
Tarkio’s character comes from its blend of approachable small-course scale and strategic variety: multiple tees extend the layout, tree-lined fairways frame the holes, and two ponds add both visual interest and decision-making pressure. The open Missouri setting and nearby wind turbines give the course a distinctive local sense of place. A nine-hole course in Tarkio, Missouri, offering multiple tees that create a full-length round through tree-lined fairways, large greens and open views across the surrounding landscape. A tree-lined nine-hole course with Missouri prairie views
Major Risks
Water Streams and the signature lake influence strategy on several holes. Approach distance Championship length and protected greens reward accurate club selection.
Blue Tee Strategy
Choose the conservative side of each replica hazard. Expect bounce and roll from the sandy Wisconsin terrain. Use the official scorecard and confirm current tee setup before play. Play the target, not the name
Golfer Reviews / Consensus
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Course Conditions
VERIFIED Official local rules and current 2026 operating schedule are verified. Review the published local rules before play. Call ahead because the course may close despite its seasonal opening window. Allow faster players to play through. 2026-10-02 2026-09-02 Keep carts on concrete paths and 30 feet from greens, repair course damage, and apply the published penalty-area procedures. Tarkio Golf Club publishes local rules for out of bounds, penalty areas, pace, cart placement, ball marks, and bunkers, plus a 2026 tournament schedule and seasonal opening window.
30-second Pre-round Brief
Before you tee off Treat each famous-hole replica as a target-management problem. Targets Plan conservative lines around the island green and lake-side hazards. Water Confirm today’s wind, tee setup and course instructions. Conditions A Wisconsin northwoods resort course where famous-hole replicas meet Castle Rock Lake scenery.
Regulations
Pace of play
Slow players must allow faster players to play through.