View of The Preserve at Rathbun Lake golf course near Honey Creek Resort from the tee

Golf at The Preserve on Rathbun Lake

Winter Operational Update

Honey Creek Resort, Rathbun Lakeshore Grille, and The Preserve Golf Course are currently closed for the winter season. The anticipated re-opening date is April 14, 2023.

We appreciate your understanding, and look forward to returning to full operation.

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The Preserve on Rathbun Lake

Tee off at our 18-hole championship golf course, The Preserve on Rathbun Lake.

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The Preserve is designed to suit golfers of every age and skill level, and also offers PGA golf lessons and club fittings. With a perfect blend of great golf and natural landscapes, the 7,000-yard course meanders through scenic prairie and oak savannas, and is Audubon-certified in recognition of its sustainable practices. With five sets of tees, carts with the latest in GPS technology, and unmatched guest service, The Preserve is sure to provide you with an exceptional golfing experience.

Make it a weekend with a golf package and treat the family with all there is to do at Honey Creek Resort.

The Preserve is a proud member of the Iowa Golf Association. It has been ranked as #3 Best Iowa Golf Course for 2020 by www.iowagolf.com, as well as #5 in Iowa for Best Public Golf Courses, and has also been recognized in Golf Digest's Best New Public Courses of 2009, Golf Magazine's 2009 Best New Courses, and Golf Inc.'s Developments of the Year.

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Appropriate Attire

When golfing at The Preserve, please observe the following dress code requirements:

  • Shirt with collar (tee shirt or polo; no tank tops)
  • Golf appropriate shorts (jeans ok during the off season; no cut-offs or swim shorts)
  • Golf appropriate footwear (golf shoes or tennis shoes; no boots or flip-flops)

Golf Cancellation Policy

Your golfing reservations may be canceled without penalty up to 72 hours prior to your reserved tee time. Changes to the number of players and/or the number of holes can be made without penalty up to 24 hours prior.

Exceptions can be made due to inclement weather. For more information, please call us at 641-724-1450.


Contact Us

Darin L. Fisher, PGA Director of Golf
641-724-1450
dfisher@delawarenorth.com

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