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Explore MN | State of Golf

Explore Minnesota - State of Golf

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Visit one of our member facilities and experience
some of the finest golf in the United States:

1. Arrowwood Resort – arrowwoodresort.com
2. Black Bear Golf Course – golfatthebear.com
3. Braemar Golf Course - braemargolf.com
4. Breezy Point Resort - breezypointresort.com
5. Chaska Town Course – chaskatowncourse.com
6. Cragun’s Resort – craguns.com
7. Destination Bloomington - bloomingtonmn.org
8. Edinburgh U.S.A. - edinburghusa.com
9. Giants Ridge Golf & Ski Resort – giantsridge.com
10. Golden Eagle Golf Club – golfgoldeneagle.com
11. Grand View Lodge – grandviewlodge.com
12. Legends Club – legendsgc.com
13. Madden’s On Gull Lake – maddens.com
14. Minnesota National Golf Course – mnnationalgolfcourse.com
15. Prestwick Golf Club - prestwick.com
16. Ridges at Sand Creek - ridgesatsandcreek.com
17. Royal Golf Club - royalclubmn.com
18. Rush Creek Golf Club – rushcreek.com
19. Stonebrooke Golf Club - stonebrooke.com
20. StoneRidge Golf Club - stoneridgegc.com
21. Superior National GC - superiorgc.com
22. Territory Golf Club – territorygc.com
23. The Wilds Golf Club – golfthewilds.com
24. Thumper Pond Resort – thumperpond.com
25. Twin Cities Gateway CVB - TCGateway.com
26. Wilderness at Fortune Bay - golfthewilderness.com
27. Willingers Golf Club - willingersgc.com

2 Minnesota Golf 2018

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A MINNESOTA RESORT HOTEL

Our Alexandria Minnesota resort hotel is
located in a setting of natural splendor and
offers outstanding year ’round recreational
facilities and service that will exceed your
expectations. We are a short and beautiful
drive from the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and
St. Paul. This Minnesota Resort Hotel is near
Carlos Creek Winery and the Minnesota Lakes
Maritime Museum and is home to the Big
Splash Waterpark and Atikwa Golf Course.
Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center
is ideally located in Alexandria, Minnesota,
the heart of the Lakes Region. Getting to our
beautiful area and Alexandria hotel is easy and
offers guests the opportunity to see our scenic
landscape.

Golf: Atikwa Golf Club
Visit Arrowwood and enjoy Minnesota
golf at its finest with the newly renovated
Atikwa Golf Club at Arrowwood Resort. This
championship golf course was designed with
wetland preservation in mind and focuses on
scenic lake views and unique challenges. Play
your best game at the Atikwa Golf Club at
Arrowwood Resort. Beginners and experts
alike will take pleasure in our 18-Hole Putting
Course and new Driving Range. Experience
the natural and undisturbed beauty of
Alexandria’s most scenic golf course.

2100 Arrowwood Lane NW
Alexandria, MN 56308
Phone: (320) 762-1124
Fax: (320) 762-0133

www.arrowwoodresort.com

ATIKWA COURSE DETAILS Arrowwood

HOLES: 18 (Alexandria)

YARDS: 6,167

PAR: 72

RATING: 70.0

SLOPE: 125

For tee times or more golf
information call Tee Time
Reservations: (320) 762-TEES

4 Minnesota Golf 2018

Accommodations: Guest Rooms – Suites –
Townhomes – Cottages
Whether your stay is for a week or a week-
end, the accommodations at our Minnesota
vacation resort are spacious and furnished
for comfort. Our Guest Rooms and Suites
offer private balconies or patios overlook-
ing Lake Darling or the golf course are
featured in most guest rooms. Amenities
include free wireless internet, coffee
makers, refrigerators, microwaves, full-size
ironing boards and irons, hairdryers, data
ports and voicemail in all rooms. Our
elegant one-bedroom suites offer lakefront
views with charming country décor and
luxurious amenities including fireplaces,
double whirlpool spas, lofts
and kitchenettes.

Arrowwood Resort offers an incredible
array of resort amenities and accommoda-
tion options including Vacation Town-
homes and Rental Cottages. All are fully
furnished and decorated, ready for you to
enjoy. Enjoy luxury accommodations in
your own Arrowwood Family Vacation
Townhome – choose from either a three
bedroom or four bedroom luxury town-
home for your family. The new lake rental
“Cottages” are fully furnished and ready
for your next getaway. Select a 2 or 4
bedroom cottage perfect for family
reunions, golf groups, relaxing escapes
or just when you want more space – true
home away from home. Townhomes and
Cottages come with all the amenities of
vacationing at a resort. Your guests will
have access to everything that Arrowwood
has to offer – golf, marina, waterpark, spa,
tennis, kids programs and more!

Stay with us once … we know you will
want to come back again and again.
Arrowwood Resort & Conference center
is conveniently located just two hours from
the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St.
Paul and less than 2 hours from the Fargo/
Moorhead Area on the shores of Lake
Darling. Arrowwood is the perfect choice
for a resort hotel in the Alexandria,
Minnesota area – anytime of the year.

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Black Bear Golf Course (Carlton) The Black Bear Golf Course is an 18-hole champion-
ship par 72 course set in the beautiful woodlands of
Northern Minnesota and located 20 miles south of
Duluth, MN - 130 freeway miles north of
Minneapolis/St Paul. The course is adjacent to the
Black Bear Casino & Hotel. Opened in 2003, the
course features the signature hole #7 with the Bear
Paw bunker, a full size driving range, two practice
greens and four sets of tee boxes for all golfing
abilities. Refresh yourself in the clubhouse or on the
deck overlooking the course.

HOLES: 18 YARDS: 6,560
PAR: 72 RATING: 72.8
SLOPE: 138

1791 Hwy 210
Carlton, MN 55718
218.878.2485
www.golfatthebear.com

Offering 43 hotels and 9,300+ rooms, Destination Bloomington (Bloomington)
Bloomington creates warm memories with everyone
who visits, as it offers unique experiences that
rival some of the top destinations in the country.
Alive with energy and rich in diversity,
Bloomington is a dynamic mix of first-class
attractions, vibrant restaurants and diverse hotels.
Whether you’re interested in an exhilarating walk
in a wildlife refuge, an energizing day at Mall of
America, we’ve got you covered! Plus, plan to
play a few rounds of golf at three golf courses
located in Bloomington.

2131 Lindau Lane Ste 420
Bloomington, MN 55425
952.858.8500; 800.345.4289
www.bloomingtonmn.org

6 Minnesota Golf 2018

Braemar Golf Course, one of the premiere courses Braemar Golf Course (Edina)
in Minnesota, has commenced a major renovation
of their championship golf course from its original
27-hole layout resulting a transformed magnificent
18-hole truly championship layout.

Over the years Braemar has been rated among the top
75 public golf courses in the nation, including #1
Public Course by Golf Digest (1984). The course
is located in southwest Edina 10 minutes from
MSP International Airport and Mall of America
as well as 10 minutes from either Minneapolis or
St. Paul. The club will reopen in 2018.

HOLES: 18 YARDS: 6,670
PAR: 72 RATING: TBA
SLOPE: TBA

6364 John Harris Drive Located only 30 minutes from downtown
Edina, MN 55439 Minneapolis and the Minneapolis/St. Paul
952.903.5750 International Airport, the Golf Digest 4 ½ Star
www.braemargolf.com Chaska Town Course is considered one of the
best public courses in Minnesota. It has been
Chaska Town Course (Chaska) recognized as a Top 25 Municipal Course in the
USA by Golfweek and was rated as a Top 10 Golf
Course in Minnesota by Golf Digest. Designed by
renowned golf course architect Arthur Hills, the
Chaska Town Course sprawls over 285 acres with
lush bent grass covering the playing area from tee
box to green and dotted with oak groves, open
prairie and picturesque wetlands.

With friendly customer service a priority, the experience

at The Chaska Town Course is on par with the best!

HOLES: 18 YARDS: 6,817
PAR: 72 RATING: 73.4
SLOPE: 140

3000 Town Course Drive, Chaska, MN 55318
(952) 443-3748
www.chaskatowncourse.com

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Breezy Point Resort

(Breezy Point)

9252 Breezy Point Dr.
Breezy Point, MN 56472
800-432-3777
www.breezypointresort.com

WHITEBIRCH COURSE

HOLES: 18

YARDS: 6,730

PAR: 72

RATING: 72.5 BREEZY POINT RESORT

SLOPE: 131 is no stranger to great golf. The resort features
multiple golf options: Deacons Lodge; White Birch
DEACON’S LODGE Course and Traditional Course.
Our Traditional Course that opened in 1922 has
HOLES: 18 hosted golf’s legendary names such as Walter
Hagen, Patty Berg and Les Bolstad. For over 90
YARDS: 6,977 years we’ve built upon that legend. This is a great
“resort course” and warm-up course.
PAR: 72

RATING: 74.1

SLOPE: 143

8 Minnesota Golf 2018

Whitebirch Course was the first championship everyone’s must-play list, Deacon’s Lodge will
golf course in the Brainerd Lakes Area and challenge the best while remaining enjoyable to
features over 6700 yards of lush fairways, huge the rest.
undulating greens and multiple tee boxes. Add
trees, sand & water and you have what many Breezy Point Resort is a four-season resort that
consider the best championship golf value in the has built its longstanding reputation on
lakes area. exceptional service and facilities. Generations of
The crown jewel of the Breezy Point Resort golf vacationers return each year to experience the
portfolio is the newly acquired Deacon’s Lodge. Resort’s waterfront amenities on crystal clear
This Arnold Palmer designed course combines Pelican Lake. In addition to our 3 unique golf
the incomparable beauty of surrounding lakes, courses, guests enjoy the 2 indoor swimming
woods and wetlands with a nationally acclaimed pools, a comprehensive boat marina, tennis, 4
layout meticulously built to exceed your great restaurants and lakeside entertainment.
expectations. Deacon’s attributes are so impres- Not to be overlooked is the 100-passenger
sive it was included in Golf Digest’s “America’s genuine paddlewheel powered excursions boat,
100 Greatest Public Courses”. A course on the Breezy Belle.

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11000 Craguns Drive
Brainerd, MN 56401
Reservations: 877.319.5304
Fax: 218.829.9188
www.craguns.com

DUTCH LEGACY

HOLES: 18

YARDS: 6,879

PAR: 72

RATING: 74.2 PLAY THREE BRAINERD GOLF CO

SLOPE: 149 Part of the unique pleasure of playing golf at Cragun’s
Legacy Courses is the flexibility designed into the
BOBBY’S LEGACY facility. Whatever your golfing style, the Legacy is sure
to please. Only Cragun’s Legacy offers two 18-hole
HOLES: 18 signature courses that start and return to the clubhouse
every 9 holes. Guests tell us Cragun’s Legacy Courses
YARDS: 6,807 offer the very best service. That’s because your every
golfing need will be served by the highest ratio of staff-
PAR: 72 to-golfers. Our knowledgeable staff knows and loves
the game, plus the Legacy’s five full-time PGA golf pros
RATING: 73.9 will assist with instruction and tips.

SLOPE: 141 Cragun’s Dutch Legacy is the crown jewel of Brainerd
golf courses; Rated 5 stars since 2009 by Golf Digest
REVERSIBLE 9 making it one of only 24 five-star public courses in
the U.S. Brilliant design blends with the beauty of an
HOLES: 18 Audubon Signature Sanctuary course, designed by
Robert Trent Jones, Jr. The design showcases a skillful
PAR: 72 blend of par 3s, 4s and 5s, resulting in an exciting level
of playability for all levels of golfers. At least five sets of
AWARDS tees are positioned on each hole.
• Certified Bronze Audubon
Craguns
International Signature Sanctuary
(Brainerd)
• Golf Digest Best Places to Play

• Golf Digest 5 Star Rating Dutch Legacy,
4-1/2 Star Rating Bobby’s Legacy

• #4 Top 25 Golf Courses
– Twin Cities Business

• Golf Resort of the Year
– Golf Minnesota

• Minnesota’s #1 Resort Course
– Twin Cities Golf

• MN’s Best Golf Resort
– Tee Times Press Reader’s
Choice Award

• Top 10 Minnesota Golf Resort
– ResortsandLodges.com

10 Minnesota Golf 2018

OURSES FROM ONE REMARKABLE CLUBHOUSE

Cragun’s Bobby Legacy is a 4 1/2 star-rated (Golf Golf Package for Groups (8 or more) Cragun’s Legacy
Digest) Brainerd golf course and was named after its Courses are ideally designed for group and tournament
famed designer, Robert Trent Jones, Jr. Bobby’s Legacy play. Both the Dutch and Bobby’s Legacy courses are
is a shot-makers dream, featuring elevated tees with a adjacent to each other, so groups can play two 18-hole
beautiful harmony of shorter holes with longer, more rounds of golf per day without having to travel. Cra-
traditional par 4s and 5s. The signature of the course is gun’s offers a single point of contact to help you plan
its many split fairways and multiple tees for the your golf outing. You provide us with your dates, tee
ultimate in playability for all. The beauty of dramatic times and party members and we’ll take it from there.
lake vistas will take your breath away. Call Tim today at 218-825-2710 and let us customize a
memorable golf vacation for you.
The Par 3 Reversible course is inspired by the classic St.
Andrews in Scotland. Reversible 9s direction alternates
daily and is ideal for novice, family and group play.
Accommodations: Come for the golf but stay for the
fun at Cragun’s Resort. When you stay and play at
Minnesota’s largest four-season resort, there are plenty
of things to do in addition to golf. You’ll enjoy the
comfortable accommodations, great dining, a full-
service marina on Gull Lake, Cragun’s Gull Lake Spa,
our Indoor Sports Centre with tennis, basketball, track
and exercise facilities, indoor and outdoor pools and
two sandy beaches.

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Edinburgh USA, created by Robert Trent Jones Edinburgh USA (Brooklyn Park)
II, is a Scottish design with nearly 70 bunkers, 12
acres of water and one of the world’s largest
putting surfaces. The course has recently
completed an amazing renovation including
upgrades to fairway grasses, new tee boxes, new
greens and all new bunkers! Operated by the City
of Brooklyn Park, Edinburgh USA has hosted
seven LPGA Tour events and the 1992 USGA
Public Links Championship. • One of “America’s
Top 75 Affordable Courses”—Golf Digest • One
of the “Top 100 Courses You Can Play in the
U.S.”—Golf Magazine

HOLES: 18 YARDS: 6,888 PAR: 72
RATING: 73.4 SLOPE: 139

8700 Edinbrook Crossing
Brooklyn Park, MN 55443
763.315.8500
www.edinburghusa.org

Golden Eagle Golf Club (Cross Lake) Golden Eagle Golf Club sits on 210 acres of a
former private preserve. With more than 130
feet of elevation change, experience breathtaking
views of the Brainerd Lakes Area. Ranked a Top
20 Course in Minnesota by Golf Digest’s “Best
in State” and named 2004 “Golf Course of the
Year” by the Midwest Golf Course owners
Association. Designed by Mike Morley and
Bruce McIntosh.

HOLES: 18 YARDS: 6,745 PAR: 72

RATING: 73.3    SLOPE: 140

 

16146 W. Eagle Lake Road

Fifty Lakes, MN 56448

866.316.4653

www.golfgoldeneagle.com

12 Minnesota Golf 2018

Legends Club features a 30-acre lake, Legends Club (Prior Lake)
cascading creeks, scenic wetlands, deep ponds
and dramatic topography. • National Golf
Course of the Year—National Golf Course
Owners Association • Midwest Golf Course of
the Year—Midwest Golf Course
Owners Association • Audubon International
Certified Cooperative Sanctuary • Best Places
to Play in America—Golf Digest • Best in
State—Golf Digest • Top 3 Courses in
Minnesota—Golfweek • #1 Course in Greater
Minneapolis/St. Paul—Golfweek

HOLES: 18 YARDS: 7,063 PAR: 72
RATING: 74.4 SLOPE: 143

8670 Credit River Boulevard
Prior Lake, MN 55372
952.226.4777
www.legendsgc.com

Minnesota National Golf Course Minnesota National Golf Course is a magnificent
27-hole golf course that was designed by renowned
(McGregor) architect Joel Goldstrand and opened in 2009.

Built on 600 gorgeous lakeside acres of northern
Minnesota wilderness and surrounded by towering
pines, hardwoods and wildlife habitat. Minnesota
National also features our “Savanna 9”, a great par
33 nine-hole track with quality greens and lots of
character. Savanna 9 has become a favorite of many.
The grand 20,000 sq. ft. clubhouse features 40 foot
open beam ceilings, 5 stone fireplaces, 2 bars and
4 event venues with media.

• “Top 10 Minnesota Golf Resorts” – Tee Times Magazine
• “Best Course Condition” – Twin Cities Golf

CHAMPIONSHIP COURSE
HOLES: 18 YARDS: 7,230 PAR: 72
RATING: 75.6 SLOPE: 143

SAVANNA COURSE

HOLES: 9 YARDS: 2,478 PAR: 33

RATING: 32.2 SLOPE: 110

23247 480th Street, McGregor, MN 55760
218.426.4444
ww.mnnationalgolfcourse.com/

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Giants Ridge

(Biwabik)

6325 Wynne Creek Drive
Biwabik, MN 55708
800.688.7669
www.giantsridge.com

THE LEGEND

HOLES: 18

YARDS: 6,930

PAR: 72

RATING: 74.2

SLOPE: 135

THE QUARRY

HOLES: 18

YARDS: 7,201

PAR: 72

RATING: 75.0

SLOPE: 139

14 Minnesota Golf 2018

ONE RESORT. TWO OF course was joined in 2003 by The Quarry, a
golfer’s dream designed to put the spark back
AMERICA’S BEST in your swing. Together, The Legend and
The Quarry are 36 holes of unmatched play.
PUBLIC COURSES. Combine spectacular design with an amazing
northwoods setting and you’ve got two unfor-
Giants Ridge is the only Minnesota golf resort gettable courses.
that has two courses that each have been The rolling woodlands of the Superior
named the best public course in the state and National Forest surround both courses, which
have been named to Golf Digest’s America’s overlook a series of lakes and a former rock
100 Greatest Public Courses list. The Quarry quarry. Pine stands, groves of quaking
course is currently the #25 public course in the aspen, blue skies and clear water come
country and #1 in Minnesota with the Legend together with immaculate fairways and greens
currently #5 in Minnesota. In terms of quality for the perfect combination of peaceful
and value there are few destinations that can wilderness and challenging precision design.
compare to Giants Ridge. Add to that reasonable green fees, exceptional
If you haven’t experienced The Quarry or The service and welcoming hospitality and it’s no
Legend at Giants Ridge® take some time to wonder Giants Ridge is one of the Midwest’s
consider a golf getaway like you’ve never had top golf destinations!
before! When it opened in 1997, The Legend
changed the way golf was played in northern
Minnesota, drawing golf enthusiasts from
around the state and the Midwest. This classic

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23521 Nokomis Avenue
Nisswa, MN 56468
800.432.3788
www.grandviewlodge.com

THE PINES - Lakes to Woods

HOLES: 18

YARDS: 6,983

PAR: 72

RATING: 73.8

SLOPE: 143

THE PINES - Woods to Marsh

HOLES: 18

YARDS: 6,890

PAR: 72

RATING: 73.6

SLOPE: 143

THE PINES - Marsh to Lakes

HOLES: 18

YARDS: 6,939

PAR: 72

RATING: 73.8

SLOPE: 143

DESIGNED BY
Joel Goldstrand
GOLD MEDAL RESORT—Golf Magazine
TOP 75 GOLF RESORTS IN THE WORLD
—Condé Nast Traveler
FOUR-AND-A-HALF STARS
—Golf Digest

THE PRESERVE

HOLES: 18

YARDS: 6,601

PAR: 72

RATING: 72.5 Grand View Lodge
Spa and Golf Resort
SLOPE: 137
(Nisswa)
DESIGNED BY
Mike Morley and Dan Helbling
FOUR-AND-A-HALF STARS
—Golf Digest
TOP RESORT IN THE MIDWEST (2017)
— Condé Nast Traveler

16 Minnesota Golf 2018

WHEN YOU PLAY AT GRAND VIEW
LODGE
you get more than just another resort golf
experience. You grow. Your game
sharpens. You relax and get lost in
enjoying the challenge. Friendships
deepen. Golf buddies reunite. It’s a golf
vacation like no other. And, you get to
play not one, but two distinct Champion-
ship courses designed to provide a unique
and vigorous golf experience that leaves
you exhilarated and wanting more.
Grand View Lodge offers you a unique
all-inclusive resort golf experience—
whether you’re looking for a golf
package, golf vacation, daily golf, or
simply want to be able to say you’ve
played at one of the best Minnesota golf
courses—Grand View Lodge golf will
remind you why you fell in love with the
game. Explore, challenge, play…a lifetime
of memories await at
Grand View Lodge.

PREMIER SPA EXPERIENCE
The world renowned Glacial Waters Spa
offers a wide variety of 50+ unique
services including Ashiatsu Massage,
Vichy Shower and other distinctive
monthly/seasonal treatments. With
Minnesota’s rich history and restorative
effects of water, Grand View Lodge’s spa
experience will awaken and gently calm
the mind, body and spirit. 866-801-2951.

RESORT AMENITIES
The historic Grand View Lodge Spa and
Golf Resort has been providing guests
with memorable vacations since 1916.
With deluxe accommodations, eight
dining venues, 45 holes of championship
golf, a par three course, a world-class
spa, full event and wedding facilities and
activities galore – it’s hard NOT to find
a reason to come to Minnesota’ Most
Awarded Resort!

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Madden’s on
Gull Lake

(Brainerd)

11266 Pine Beach Peninsula
Brainerd, MN 55401
800.642.5363
www.maddens.com

THE CLASSIC AT MADDEN’S

HOLES: 18

YARDS: 7,102

PAR: 72

RATING: 75.6

SLOPE: 145

PINE BEACH EAST

HOLES: 18

YARDS: 6,101

PAR: 70

RATING: 69.1

SLOPE: 118

PINE BEACH WEST MADDEN’S ON GULL LAKE
Minnesota’s Classic Resort, offers a golf experi-
HOLES: 18 ence for every ability and budget. From Pine
Beach East to The Classic at Madden’s, there
YARDS: 5,070 is truly something here for everyone. Madden’s
rich tradition of golf began in 1926, building
PAR: 66 a reputation on “classic” service and pristine
course conditions, which are evident today at
RATING: 64.3 each of Madden’s four golf courses. In 2010,
Madden’s was the only recipient of Golf
SLOPE: 109 Digest’s Green Star Award in recognition of the
‘green program’ implemented in all facets of
DESIGNED BY Jim Madden the resort’s operation.
MADDEN’S PINE BEACH EAST COURSE the
Pro shop, practice range first 18-hole resort course opened in
Minnesota, is a true test of golf skills, as it
SOCIAL NINE 9 meanders through a striking park-like setting.
HOLES: 1,341 It possesses beautiful fairways with generous
YARDS: landing areas, making your approach shots
28 critical. The famous 618-yard, par-6 sixth hole
PAR: is one-of-a-kind in the Midwest. This long-
treasured track is a hidden gem in the area
18 Minnesota Golf 2018 and has hosted golf greats such as Patty Berg,
Walter Hagen and Nancy Lopez.

PINE BEACH WEST While creating the course, Madden’s placed a
is a heavily wooded course, and its rolling premium on preserving the environment and
terrain makes it an enjoyable challenge for any natural habitats. The Classic’s five sets of tees,
level player. Both Pine Beach East and West 50-plus sand bunkers and water on 15 holes
assure the best golf value in the Brainerd provide plenty of challenge, but its striking
Lakes Area. vistas will make a lasting impression and
THE CLASSIC AT MADDEN’S remind visitors just how magnificent the game
has received rave reviews since opening in of golf can be.
1997 and complements the existing 45 holes
of golf at Madden’s. The Classic at Madden’s
is literally carved out of the rolling hills and
oaks and pines bordering nearby Gull Lake,
and it’s easy to understand why this challenging
and breathtaking track has received numerous
awards: a five-star rating for Best Places to Play
(Golf Digest), #5 in Golfweek’s “Best” and
Golf Digest’s Top 50.

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Midwest Golf Course Owners Association’s Prestwick Golf Club (Woodbury)
2005 Course of the Year, Prestwick Golf Club
is a vibrant showcase of natural beauty:
spectacular wildflower fields adorning
manicured greens; rugged mature trees nearby
magnificent ponds; subtle rolling fairways set
below high elevated tees. This re-mastered
championship track provides distinctive golf
holes and presents a new challenge around
every turn. Recognized by the National
Audubon Society for its arboretum-like
environment, Prestwick is a feast for the eyes
and an exciting test for golfers. The newly
renovated clubhouse is home to a full-service
David’s Chophouse restaurant and a
breath-taking banquet room for up to 280
people. One of the Top 10 public courses in
Minnesota and rated four stars by Golf Digest
in 2006.

HOLES: 18 YARDS: 6,900 PAR: 72
RATING: 73.2 SLOPE: 130

9555 Wedgewood Drive, Woodbury, MN 55125
651.731.4779
www.prestwick.com

Ridges at Sand Creek (Jordan) Designed by Joel Goldstrand, Ridges at Sand
Creek features wetlands, rolling terrain, elevated
trees, undulating greens and strategically placed
bunkers. Ridges’ restaurant serves traditional
American cuisine. Banquet facilities accommodate
up to 400, with the Club Room for smaller
gatherings. • Awarded #1 value by Twin
Cities Golf Guide • Golf World’s Readers Choice
Awards #33 in the country (public) • Midwest
Golf Course Owners Association’s “Golf Course
of the Year 2009”

HOLES: 18 YARDS: 6,936 PAR: 72
RATING: 73.6 SLOPE: 137

21775 Ridges Drive
Jordan, MN 55352
952.492.2644
www. ridgesatsandcreek.com

20 Minnesota Golf 2018

Royal Golf Club, located in Lake Elmo, MN, is Royal Golf Club (Lake Elmo)
an 18-hole championship golf course designed to
appeal to golf enthusiasts of all ages. Set in the
beautiful rolling hills of the St. Croix River Valley,
along the shore of Horseshoe Lake, the course was
co-designed by legendary golf pros Arnold Palmer
and Annika Sörenstam. The first nine holes, known
as the Queen’s Nine, were designed by Annika
Sorenstam, and the back nine, known as the King’s
Nine, were designed by the late Arnold Palmer.
Royal Golf Club is Arnold’s last course design, and
Annika’s first design in the U.S.

• Arnold Palmer’s LAST course design
• Annika Sorenstam’s FIRST course design

CHAMPIONSHIP COURSE

HOLES: 18 YARDS: 7,002 PAR: 72

RATING: TBD SLOPE: TBD

11455 - 20th St N, Lake Elmo, MN 55042
651-505-9050
www.royalclubmn.com

Rush Creek Golf Club (Maple Grove) With wandering, rush-filled marshlands, lush
fairways and tree-lined backdrops, Rush Creek
Golf Club is an oasis of natural beauty. Behind the
breathtaking splendor is one of the most challenging
rounds of golf in the Twin Cities. A public course
with a private club feel, Rush Creek is the former
home to the Minnesota LPGA.
The expansive fairways invite a bold drive, but are
surrounded by wetlands on 14 holes to test a play-
er’s skill and resolve plus greens demand accuracy.
The layout is enjoyable, scenic and playable for
all golfers, with five different sets of tees/yard-
ages. Hole #18 provides a magnificent finish to the
round! The majestic Rush Creek Clubhouse is a
premier venue for meetings and events.

HOLES: 18 YARDS: 7,289 PAR: 72
RATING: 75.6 SLOPE: 148

7801 Troy Lane
Maple Grove, MN 55311
763.494.0400
www.rushcreek.com

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Stonebrooke captures the essence of Minnesota— Stonebrooke Golf Course (Shakopee)
lakes, woods and wildlife. There are few golf
shots in Minnesota that will test a golfer’s
physical skill and mental fortitude as much as
the famous par 4, 260-yard drive, across Lake
O’Dowd. Undisturbed marshland and 100-year-
old trees frame the breathtaking views on this
course, which features water on 13 holes.
Recognized in Golf Digest’s Places to Play.

HOLES: 18 YARDS: 6,475 PAR: 71
RATING: 71.9 SLOPE: 138

2693 S. County Road 79
Shakopee, MN 55379
952.496.3171
www.stonebrooke.com

StoneRidge Golf Club (Stillwater) Located at Stillwater MN, off Interstate 94, just 10
miles east of St Paul and 6 miles from the Wisconsin
22 Minnesota Golf 2018 border at Hudson and opened for play in 2000. Golfers
enjoy pristine bent grass tees, fairways, and greens.
The size of the greens and multiple tee settings make
every round you play a different experience with new
challenges. The links style layout, the native fescue
grasses swaying in the frequent wind all combine to
give you that “across the pond” feeling.

Visit StoneRidge GC and you’ll find out first-hand why
StoneRidge is perennially ranked the #1 Best Twin
Cities Course You Can Play by Golfweek Magazine.
Be sure to enjoy the customer service and delights at
Danny’s Bar & Grill restaurant that includes
world-class fare and an award winning patio.
The ownership, management and the entire staff are
committed to providing the best experience for
everyone who is a guest at StoneRidge Golf Club.

HOLES: 18 YARDS: 7,013 PAR: 72
RATING: 74.1 SLOPE: 139

13600 N. Hudson Blvd. Stillwater, MN 55082
(651) 436-GOLF
www.StoneRidgegc.com

Great Golf by the Greatest Lake Superior National Golf Course (Lutsen)

Superior National at Lutsen is located in Cook
County between the beautiful North Shore of
Lake Superior and the Sawtooth Mountain
Range about 90 minutes north of Duluth.
Renowned architect Jeffrey Brauer’s (Giants
Ridge and Wilderness at Fortune Bay)
$4.6 million renovation of the River and
Canyon courses include Ohio’s Best white sand
bunkers, five sets of tees, wider and
directing fairways, and larger more putting
friendly greens. It is family friendly and
playable for the young, beginning, or seasoned
golfer and a definite challenge for the
scratch player.

• Minnesota’s “Best Places to Play” – Golf Digest

HOLES: 18 YARDS: 6,763 PAR: 71
RATING: 73.5 SLOPE: 138

Superior National Golf Course
5731 Highway 61
Lutsen, MN 55612
superiornational.com

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Twin Cities Gateway Visitors Bureau
(North Metro)

We’re Above Par! As the home of the 3M Open,
a PGA Tour Event, at the TPC Twin Cities and
representing 9 golf courses plus 22 hotels to
choose from, the Twin Cities Gateway Visitors
Bureau is a great destination for your next golf
getaway! Connected by major highways TC
Gateway is located just minutes away from
downtown Minneapolis and Saint Paul as well as
all major attractions, shopping, dining and
entertainment. For a great day, play and stay
in the ‘Gateway! Contact Twin Cities Gateway
[email protected]

Twin Cities Gateway Visitors Bureau
10801 Town Square Drive
Blaine, MN 55449
763.785.5640

www.tcgateway.com

Territory Golf Club (St. Cloud) Known commonly as “Central Minnesota’s
Premier Golf Experience,” Territory Golf Club,
located in St. Cloud, is a pleasing blend of Scot-
tish links and traditional forested golf holes.

The par-72, 6,921-yard championship golf course,
with its 12,000-square-foot “lodge” clubhouse,
features flowing elevation changes, wide inviting
fairways, huge undulating greens averaging 7,000
square feet, and meandering river and natural
wetlands.

HOLES: 18 YARDS: 6,921 PAR: 72

RATING: 72.9 SLOPE: 130

480 – 55th Ave. S.E.
St. Cloud, MN 56304
320.258.GOLF (4653)
www.territorygc.com

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The Wilds Golf Club (Prior Lake)

The Wilds features 150 feet of elevation
changes that offer breathtaking vistas. More
than 70 bunkers and water come into play
throughout nearly half the course, which
winds through Ponderosa pines, hardwoods,
wetlands and wildlife habitats. Designed by
Tom Weiskopf and Jay Morrish • Minnesota’s
#1 Public Course—Golf Digest, 1998 • Rated
#56 public course, nationally—Golf Magazine,
2000 and 2001 • 2008 Midwest Course of the
Year—NGCOA

HOLES: 18 YARDS: 7,025 PAR: 72
RATING: 74.5 SLOPE: 152

3151 Wilds Ridge
Prior Lake, MN 55372
952.445.3500
www.golfthewilds.com

Willingers Golf Club (Northfield) Located just 15 minutes south of Burnsville and one
mile west of I-35, Willingers Golf Club is a premier
public golf course for daily fee play.
Willingers, with its dramatic setting, is challenging
yet appealing to a wide cross-section of golfers. The
course is set in pure nature and winds through hun-
dreds of acres of wetlands and timberland.
Willingers is nationally rated, including: • Best
Places to Play (14 consecutive years!)—Golf Digest •
America’s Top 5 Courses Under $50—Golf Magazine

HOLES: 18 YARDS: 6,809

PAR: 72 RATING: 74.4

SLOPE: 149

6797 Canby Trail

Northfield, MN 55057

Phone: 952.652.2500

www.willingersgc.com

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Thumper Pond

(Otter Tail)

26 Minnesota Golf 2018

300 Thumper Lodge Road GOLF ~ GATHER ~ GETAWAY
Ottertail, MN 56571 Nestled among 250 acres of Minnesota pine
Toll Free 1-877-294-7981 forest exists Thumper Pond Resort. Find
Phone (218) 367-2000 yourself teeing off on a championship 18-hole
golf course, splashing in an indoor water
www.thumperpond.com park, enjoying family-friendly dining, and
relaxing in a pampering spa in Northern
COURSE DETAILS Minnesota. The top vacation destination of
all Ottertail resorts, Thumper Pond promises
HOLES: 18 fun for the whole family.

YARDS: 6,110 GOLF COURSE
Designed by Eric Niskanen and carved out
PAR: 72 of 90,000 Red Pine trees, the Thumper Pond
golf course blends natural beauty and chal-
RATING: 72.3 lenging play. Each of the 18 holes is designed
for the enjoyment of all players of every level,
SLOPE: 130 from first-timers to seasoned pros. Lush
fairways and emerald greens make the course
DESIGNED BY Eric Niskanen at our Central Minnesota golf resort a
pure delight.

In addition to the championship golf course,
Thumper Pond also offers a 350-yard
practice range, short game area, two putting
greens and golf lessons. Whether you are
enjoying a Minnesota golf vacation at our
onsite hotel or simply driving in for the day,
Thumper Pond remains among the best golf
courses near Perham, MN.
Tee off at our pristine course, and see what
makes Thumper Pond a must-stop for
Central Minnesota golf lovers. For more
information or to make a tee time, call the
Pro Shop at (218) 367-6501.

ACCOMODATION
Featuring 78 spacious suites outfitted with
convenient amenities, our resort in Minnesota
has ample room for your family reunion, golf
outing, or destination wedding. With enough
activities onsite to keep everyone busy, our
resort is a premier choic e of Ottertail, MN
hotels for group travel. Bring the family to
enjoy the indoor waterpark and stunning
golf course, or take a short drive to explore
the surrounding area. Located three hours
northwest of the Twin Cities, Thumper Pond
Resort is remote enough to get away from it
all without sacrificing convenience. Whether
you are traveling for business or leisure, our
resort in Northern Minnesota provides a
naturally exciting travel experience.

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The Wilderness
at Fortune Bay

1450 Boise Forte Road
Tower, MN 55790
218.753.8917
www.golfthewilderness.com

THE WILDNERNESS

HOLES: 18

YARDS: 7,207

PAR: 72

RATING: 75.3

SLOPE: 142

DESIGNED BY Jim Madden
Pro shop, practice range

Best Resort Course
- Golfweek

America’s 100 Greatest Public
Golf Course
- Golf Digest

Besti n State
- Golf Digest

Top 40 Casino Courses
-Golfweek

Best Courses You Can Play
Golfweek (#2 in Minnesota)

Golf Course of the Year
- Midwest Golf Course
Owner’s Association

4 ½ Star Rating
- Golf Digest

28 Minnesota Golf 2018

THE WILDERNESS AT FORTUNE BAY FORTUNE BAY CASINO
is part of Northern Minnesota’s premiere located adjacent to The Wilderness is a premier
vacation destination at Fortune Bay Resort Minnesota destination offering two floors of
Casino. Atop high granite ridges just hours gaming entertainment and resort amenities
north of the Twin Cities, The Wilderness offers situated on Lake Vermilion.
spectacular panoramic views from the shores
of the magnificent Lake Vermilion. Wrapped STAY & PLAY GOLF
around picturesque Minnesota woodlands, AND LODGING PACKAGES
which include majestic white and red pines, are available all season. Resort rooms are
thick evergreens and dramatic rock outcrop- beautifully appointed and range from Deluxe
pings, the challenging course is as visually to Executive Suites. When you are worn out
stimulating as it is enjoyable to play, making it from a thrilling day of gaming, golfing, or
a true golfer’s dream. fishing, you will not be disappointed when you
kick back and relax.
Designed by renowned architect Jeffery D.
Brauer, The Wilderness measures approximately Seasonal daily fee range of rates: $62-96 and
7,207 yards from the back tees and is a long early season stay and play packages starting at:
hitter’s dream, while also catering to golfers of $102
all skill levels by offering four additional sets
of tees. For tee times or more information, call
218.753.8917

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Edinburgh (Brooklyn Park)

Deacon’s Lodge (Breezy Point) The Wilderness (Tower)
Territory GC (St. Cloud) Maddens (Brainerd)
The Bloomington Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Presenve (Grandview Lodge) Stonebrooke GC (Shakopee)

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