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Driving Ranges With Real Grass Tees in Iowa

8 of the 552 driving ranges, golf courses and golf businesses we track in Iowa have grass tee line. Full listings for every city are on the Iowa page.

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Mats forgive a fat shot; grass does not. That is exactly why better players look for a grass line — the turf tells the truth about contact, and the divot shows what the club did. Grass lines are also finite: a range rotates the tee area and closes it to recover, so the line that was open last weekend may be roped off this one.

Arnolds Park 2

  1. Emerald Hills Golf Club

    808 U.S. Hwy 71 S, Arnolds Park, IA 51331

    Grass tees
    Call Website All Arnolds Park

  2. Emerald Hills Golf Club

    808 Highway 71 S, Arnolds Park, IA 51331

    Grass tees
    Call Website All Arnolds Park

Des Moines 2

  1. Des Moines Driving Range

    2944 NW 66th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313-5464

    Mon-Sun 8am-Dark

    Covered baysGrass teesBall-tracking techLessons
    Call Website All Des Moines

  2. A.H. Blank Golf Course

    808 County Line Rd, Des Moines, IA 50320

    Grass tees
    Call Website All Des Moines

Dubuque 1

  1. Derby Grange Golf

    13079 Derby Grange Rd, Dubuque, IA 52002

    Grass tees
    Call Website All Dubuque

Okoboji 1

  1. Brooks Golf

    1201 Brooks Park Dr, Okoboji, IA 51355

    Grass tees
    Call Website

Solon 1

  1. Saddleback Ridge Golf Course

    4646 180th St NE, Solon, IA 52333

    Grass tees
    Call Website All Solon

West Des Moines 1

  1. West Grand Golf

    6450 Raccoon River Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50266

    Grass teesLessons
    Call Website All West Des Moines
Call the same day if grass matters to you. Most ranges run grass seasonally and switch to mats when the turf needs rest or the ground is wet. Some open grass only on weekends or only for members.

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Good to know

Are grass driving ranges better than mats?

For feedback, yes — a mat lets the club skid into the ball and still produce a decent shot, hiding heavy contact. Mats are easier on the joints and available year-round, so many players use both.

Why do driving ranges close the grass tees?

To let the turf recover. A tee line takes thousands of divots a week, so ranges rotate the area and rope off sections, and close grass entirely when the ground is soft.

Do I need different shoes for grass tees?

Golf shoes help on wet grass, while sneakers are fine on mats. Metal spikes are refused at most modern facilities.

Where can I buy used golf clubs?

Finding quality pre-owned golf equipment is easy through statewide pro shops, trade-in centers, and golf outlets. Browse 8 golf locations across Iowa to locate nearby retailers offering certified pre-owned clubs.

Where can I sell used golf clubs?

Golf specialty shops and practice centers across the region buy pre-owned drivers, irons, and putters for cash or store credit. Explore 8 verified golf locations in Iowa to contact local shops for equipment trade-ins.