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Golf in Wisconsin: Complete Guide

Wisconsin has quietly become one of America's most exciting golf states. Whistling Straits hosted the 2021 Ryder Cup, Sand Valley is the most talked-about new resort in the country, and Erin Hills hosted the 2017 U.S. Open.

Overview

Wisconsin's emergence as a golf destination is remarkable. In just two decades, Whistling Straits (Ryder Cup), Sand Valley (Coore & Crenshaw), and Erin Hills (U.S. Open) put the Badger State on the world golf map. The glacial terrain provides excellent natural topography for golf design.

Top Golf Cities in Wisconsin

Golf Regions

Kohler/Sheboygan

Whistling Straits, Blackwolf Run, and the Kohler resort golf complex.

Sand Valley

Sand Valley, Mammoth Dunes, and the emerging central Wisconsin golf destination.

Milwaukee

Erin Hills and metro-area courses near Wisconsin's largest city.

Best Time to Play

May through October. June through September offers the warmest weather.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best golf course in Wisconsin?
Whistling Straits (Pete Dye), host of the 2021 Ryder Cup, is the most famous. Sand Valley (Coore & Crenshaw) is the most exciting new course. Erin Hills hosted the 2017 U.S. Open.

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