Local Rules
Out of bounds
Out of bounds is defined by white stakes.
Relief from flower beds
Free relief is available from all flower beds at the nearest point of relief, no closer to the hole.
Yardage measurement
All yardages are measured to the center of the green.
Beverages
Only beverages purchased at Whispering Pines Golf Course are allowed.
Course Intelligence
Course Character
The natural setting gives the round a relaxed Minnesota character, while changing lies, water and tree-lined corridors reward steady placement. Its long par-5 and varied par-3 sequence create a useful rhythm of risk and recovery. Whispering Pines Golf Club is an 18-hole, par-71 public course in Annandale, Minnesota. The course blends rolling parkland terrain, water in play and a classic routing with multiple tees for a wide range of golfers. Minnesota golf with lakeside scenery and a classic parkland rhythm
Major Risks
Changing conditions The course is open year-round; seasonal conditions can affect rollout and green response. Nine-hole rhythm A shorter format still requires a clear plan for each hole and a steady pace.
Blue Tee Strategy
Confirm the blue tee setup and review the scorecard Local Rules before starting. Favor landing areas that keep water and tree edges out of the next-shot line. Use the rolling ground to choose predictable lies and manageable approach angles. Maintain pace and follow the published beverage and course-care requirements. Position around water and rolling lies
Golfer Reviews / Consensus
Based on official club information. LOW
Course Conditions
NOT_VERIFIED Current conditions not verified Review the club’s current policies and confirm today’s tee setup, cart guidance and any temporary rules before play. A scorecard PDF provides standing Local Rules, while operating conditions and policies may change. The published Local Rules are available; confirm any temporary changes and today’s conditions with the club.
30-second Pre-round Brief
Whispering Pines MN in 30 seconds The scorecard defines OB, flower-bed relief, yardage measurement, pace and beverage requirements. Know the standing rules Rolling ground, trees and water shape the best landing areas. Use the parkland lines Multiple tees make distance selection important for a comfortable round. Play to your tee A classic Annandale parkland course where published scorecard rules, rolling ground and water guide a steady round.
Regulations
Pace of play
Players must maintain pace and allow faster groups to play through when appropriate.