My wife, father-in-law, and I played a round of golf on the second to last day before the course is…read moreset to begin its renovation. This was my first time (and unfortunately last time) playing the current design of the course, and I loved my experience at the home of the Iowa Hawkeyes golf program. While a round here is a bit pricey (~$85 per person for 18 and a cart), it was well worth it. It was beautiful day to play a great game, and I look forward to playing the new course design in a couple years!

Beautiful course and very reasonable prices in the afternoon. It felt like I was on a course that…read moreshould be $100. Highly recommend. Only negative is alcohol prices are very steep.

Since my initial review, new owners have taken over this golf course. They have expanded the…read morekitchen, remodeled the clubhouse and pro shop, while retaining their exceptional greenskeeper and course staff! Still a great deal for your golfing dollar, with the greatest views in Iowa golf!

Great track. Played today and the greens were rolling great even this late in the season. No sand…read morebut that doesn't bother me a bit. Nice spread on the tees so everyone can dial in their preferred yardage. Check it out. I think you'll be pleased.

Lean and beautiful grounds. I love it here. The staff is friendly and the people are great. The…read moredriving range is fun.

Ellis gold course I think it's the best public golf course in the Cedar Rapids area, Nice views,…read moregood greens, well maintained course. There is a few water hazards, and can be a challenge for the begineer.

Full disclosure -- I am very biased when it comes to opinions on Brown Deer. I tend to be very…read moreromantic about this course since it is where I fell in love with the game of golf. As a late adopter of the game, I played my first ever round of golf around 2 years ago as a 24 year old at this course, and I have been absolutely addicted to the ruthlessly challenging, yet infinitely rewarding journey that is golf. While Brown Deer isn't the nicest course I have played during my short career, I still love to play 18 here whenever I get the chance. My wife, father-in-law, and I played here last on the final day of the 2025 season. Can't wait to come back in a few weeks!!!

Good course. Definitely on the short end of things, but…read morestaff is great, and 17/18 greens were in fantastic condition a few weeks back when I played. Pretty easy setup for high level amateurs, but very fair. Make sure you're hitting the greens in the right spots, or your score will tally up. Played pretty well and shot 68 (-3), and left a few out there. If you are someone who averages 285+ off the tee, you'll be hitting wedges into a lot of holes. Par 5's play longer than the card says!

If only I could take this golf course back to California with me, life would be awesome. This is…read moreone of the most beautiful golf courses I have had the pleasure to play. In my opinion this course is better than Trump National in Palos Verdes, California and Pelican Hills. There is not one negative comment from me. Greens were a little difficult, but I like the challenge, fairways are in excellent condition. Not a yellow spot or wet spot on the course. This course is a must play and needs to be on your bucket list to play. Staff is friendly and very accommodating. Members; there should be no complaints. I hope you all know you have one of the best golf courses in the country.

Cool course, usually in pretty good shape and greens are true. The rough can be very difficult at…read moretimes as it's so thick.

Played again on a day when the greens were not under water from Spring rain. The course actually…read morelays out very nicely. Not super hard, but enough to keep you thinking. Easily walkable course and a couple good spots on the course to grab a drink. Smaller clubhouse, but it has everything you need. The bar is also pretty small, but with plenty of quick bites and beverages. Greens are good and for the price, it's not a bad afternoon, especially if it hasn't been raining. Prices: M - F: $26 for 18 holes Weekends: $35 for 18 holes

Genuinely can't believe what went on today. Me and my foursome were definitely quite a bit behind…read morepace, probably 15 min. Next thing you know the Marshall pulls up in his side-by-side and lets us know that it's cart path only. No signs, no alerts from the cart and yet we still decided to be respectful. We then said "sorry about that sir we'll make sure to speed up and get on the cart path". He then runs my golf ball over, that thing went so far in the dirt I could barely see it. So I said what was that for, in an aggressive tone, and then he says "then get the F*** off my course if you have a problem". Overall, not a good experience. Great course but that Marshall really just ruined everything for us.

Beautiful place, friendly service and great corse conditions hats off to the ground crew. Love…read moregolfing here when I get the chance. Make sure you book a T time in advance. Slow play but definitely worth the time. Enjoy the corse and the golf will be back!!!

Great course, tight fairways and fast greens. For the price you can't beat this place.read more