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15 Best Golf Courses in Wisconsin

Amy Hagstrom
World Atlas

Wisconsin, historically home to five major championships and one Ryder Cup, is a sought-after destination in American golf. The wild dunes of Sand Valley can punish poor ball striking, and play at premier destinations like Whistling Straits requires shot creativity when dealing with high fescue and lake-effect winds. Between the historic significance of Brown Deer Park, where Tiger Woods played his first round on the PGA tour and scored a hole-in-one, and the leisurely pace offered at family-friendly destinations like Wilderness Resort, Wisconsin has a course for every player. Consider this collection of the 15 best golf courses in Wisconsin as you plan your next golf trip.

University Ridge Golf Course

University Ridge Golf Course is a public track just outside of Madison along the Ice Age Trail. It serves as the home course for the University of Wisconsin golf teams. This Robert Trent Jones Jr. course opened in 1991 and plays long, with a rating of 74.9. It hosts the American Family Insurance Championship, an annual stop on the PGA Champions Tour, and green fees are in the lower range at $100-$150. It is known for its blend of woodlands and prairie-style golf, with its signature 16th hole beginning with an elevated tee box that offers views of the surrounding Madison countryside. University Ridge’s proximity to Madison makes it a good choice when looking to combine your trip with premier lodging and dining experiences. Head to Verona and enjoy championship golf with direct access to everything Madison has to offer.

SentryWorld Golf Course

Located 100 miles west of Green Bay in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, is SentryWorld Golf Course. This public, resort-style course was host to the 2023 US Senior Open. A par-72 designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., it is parkland-style and plays moderately tough with a rating of 74.4. Here, golfers pay for an all-inclusive golf package just south of $400, which covers food and drinks, practice balls, and parking. SentryWorld is known for its well-maintained shape, smooth bentgrass greens, and a treacherous amount of water hazards. The resort itself has a luxury hotel, multiple restaurants, an indoor driving range, and golf simulators.