Is the Platinum Membership worth it?
Quick answer
51 rounds to pay back the $2,425 pass.
In the scenario “Waveland, 18 holes with cart, Mon-Thu”, you save $48.00 per round ($48 without vs $0 with). Across the scenarios below the range is 45 to 51 rounds.
Term: Golf season. Only count rounds you will actually play in that window.
At a glance
- Price
- $2,425Individual membership. Prices plus tax.
- Term
- Golf season
- Valid at
- Waveland, A.H. Blank, Bright Grandview, Jester Park
- Type
- Unlimited / season pass
What's included
- Unlimited golf at all participating courses
- Unlimited use of golf carts at no additional cost
Who can buy it (resident / non-resident rules)
- Resident: No residency requirement stated.
- Non-resident: Not stated.
Break-even by scenario
| Scenario | Without | With | Saves / round | Break-even ($2,425) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waveland, 18 holes with cart, Mon-ThuWaveland adult 18 holes with cart Mon-Thu $48; Platinum includes unlimited carts. source | $48 | $0 | $48.00 | 51 rounds |
| Waveland, 18 holes with cart, Fri-Sun/holidayWaveland Fri-Sun & holidays with cart (open-3:30 pm) $55. source | $55 | $0 | $55.00 | 45 rounds |
Break-even = pass price ÷ savings per round, rounded up. Included complimentary or bonus rounds are not netted out. Methodology.
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Data notes & caveats
- The membership section says passes are valid at 'four participating locations' but names only Blank and Jester Park (Granger); the City of Des Moines runs Waveland, A.H. Blank and Bright Grandview. Confirm the course list with the pro shop.
- Daily rates on the page 'show a 3% cash discount'.
Sources & verification
- Official pass page: https://golfwaveland.com/course-details/
- https://www.dsm.city/departments/parks_recreation/parks/golf.php
Last verified · data confidence: medium. Prices and rules change; confirm with the issuer before buying. ParPass is not affiliated with City of Des Moines Parks and Recreation golf courses. Is something out of date? Send us the official link.
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