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Best golf courses in Wisconsin

Discover premier golfing destinations in the state of Wisconsin, USA. This ranking explores the most outstanding courses, from world-class championship venues to golden age gems and wild new designs. Ideal for golfers looking to plan their perfect round or explore the best public and private tracks across the Badger State. Find information on courses that have been ranked among the best in America.

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    Grand Geneva Resort & Spa - The Brute Course (Lake Geneva, Walworth County)

    200 Global Votes
    • Masterpiece course

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    The Brute Course at Grand Geneva is an immense and challenging parkland layout, featuring huge bunkers, water features, and significant elevation changes. It offers one of Wisconsin's most demanding golf experiences.

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    Wild Rock Golf Club (Wisconsin Dells, Columbia County)

    53 Global Votes
    • Course has always been in good shape

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    Wild Rock Golf Club is known for its unique and challenging design, consistently ranking among Wisconsin's top courses. Its distinctive layout provides a memorable experience for golfers.

  3. 3

    Thornberry Creek at Oneida (Oneida, Brown County)

    44 Global Votes
    • Offers 27 holes of public golf

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    Thornberry Creek at Oneida is a highly-rated public course, consistently recognized among Wisconsin's best. Its quality and enjoyable play make it a popular choice for golfers in the region.

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    University Ridge Golf Course (Madison, Dane County)

    32 Global Votes
    • Robert Trent Jones Junior layout

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    As the home course for the University of Wisconsin Badgers golf teams, University Ridge is a well-maintained and highly-regarded public course. It consistently ranks among the top courses in Wisconsin.

  5. 5

    The Golf Courses of Lawsonia - Lawsonia Links (Green Lake, Green Lake County)

    30 Global Votes
    • One of the best values in the country

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    Lawsonia Links is a classic links-style course consistently highly rated in various publications and ranked among Wisconsin's best. It offers a traditional and enjoyable golf experience.

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  7. 6

    Erin Hills Golf Course (Hartford, Washington County)

    28 Global Votes
    • Seasoned caddies assist for best score and fun

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    Erin Hills is celebrated for its authentic links golf experience and rugged beauty, having hosted the 2017 U.S. Open and slated for the 2025 U.S. Women's Open. It consistently ranks among America's greatest public courses.

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    Sand Valley (Sand Valley Course) (Nekoosa, Wood County)

    27 Global Votes
    • Exceptional variety

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    The Sand Valley Course, a Coore & Crenshaw design, is highly acclaimed for its dramatic and expansive natural sand formations. It offers a unique inland links experience, consistently ranked among the best in the state and nationally.

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    Blackwolf Run - The River Course (Kohler, Sheboygan County)

    23 Global Votes
    • Consistently rated as one of the best courses in the country

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    The River Course, a Pete Dye design, is carved from the Sheboygan River basin, blending natural beauty with championship pedigree. It is consistently ranked among Wisconsin's best and is part of the acclaimed Kohler resort.

  10. 9

    The Bull at Pinehurst Farms (Sheboygan Falls, Sheboygan County)

    19 Global Votes
    • Marvelous course conditions

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    The Bull at Pinehurst Farms is a challenging course with a strong reputation, consistently ranked among Wisconsin's best public courses. It is also listed among Golf Digest's Top 100 Public courses.

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    SentryWorld Golf Course (Stevens Point, Portage County)

    17 Global Votes
    • Challenging yet accessible layout

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    SentryWorld is a world-class public course known for its unique, flower-filled par-3s and luxury amenities. It hosted the 2023 U.S. Senior Open and is a nominee for Wisconsin's Best Golf Course in 2026.

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    Troy Burne Golf Club (Hudson, St. Croix County)

    9 Global Votes
    • Very playable at all skill levels

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    Troy Burne Golf Club is a highly-regarded public course that consistently ranks among the top in Wisconsin. Its quality design and excellent conditions make it a popular choice for golfers.

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    Blue Mound Golf & Country Club (Wauwatosa, Milwaukee County)

    6 Global Votes
    • Wisconsin's only Seth Raynor design

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    Blue Mound Golf & Country Club is a well-regarded private club, recognized for its quality and nominated for Wisconsin's Best Golf Course in the 13th annual World Golf Awards for 2026.

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    Sand Valley (Mammoth Dunes) (Nekoosa, Wood County)

    5 Global Votes
    • Exceptional variety

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    Mammoth Dunes, designed by David McLay Kidd, is a bold and imaginative course that has quickly risen to top-tier status. It is ranked among Golf Digest's Top 100 Public Courses, offering memorable holes amidst a sea of sand.

  15. 14

    Sand Valley (The Lido) (Nekoosa, Wood County)

    5 Global Votes
    • Extremely nice and easy golf courses

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    Debuting in May 2023, The Lido is a meticulous recreation of C.B. Macdonald's legendary course, quickly earning global recognition. It is considered one of the newest and hottest golf courses in the country, ranked highly by Golf Digest.

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    Milwaukee Country Club (River Hills, Milwaukee County)

    4 Global Votes
    • Ranked Top 5 in Wisconsin since 1989

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    Originally built in 1929 and recently reworked by Tom Doak, this exclusive private club is known for its phenomenal back nine along the river. It is ranked among Wisconsin's top private courses and nationally by Golf Digest.

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    Pine Hills Country Club (Sheboygan, Sheboygan County)

    3 Global Votes
    • Amazing course, a must to play

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    Pine Hills Country Club is celebrated as one of the most beautiful and enjoyable private golf courses in Wisconsin. It features severe elevation changes and heavily contoured greens, ranking highly among the state's private clubs.

  18. 17

    Green Bay Country Club (Green Bay, Brown County)

    2 Global Votes
    • Incredibly impressive golf course and conditions

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    Green Bay Country Club offers one of Wisconsin's most dramatic and unique golf landscapes, with constant elevation changes leading to unique shots. It ranks highly among the state's private golf courses.