Golf the US Midwest

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Vigor and Vitality

Journey to the American Midwest for some of the country’s best and most affordable golfing and, arguably, her friendliest people. Long, cold winters infuse the warmer months with vitality, and the region’s abundant hunting, fishing, boating, water-skiing, paddle-boarding, sailing, and more make every visit exciting.

Wisconsin
Travel to Kohler, Wisconsin to enjoy Lake Michigan’s windswept shoreline as you play the world-class course at Whistling Straits, or marvel at the subtle beauty of Blackwolf Run. Golf in the unique sand dunes of Central Wisconsin at Sand Valley, including the challenging Mammoth Dunes. Add adventure to your trip with Wisconsin’s hunting, boating, and fishing culture.

Michigan and Minnesota
Other greats in the Northern Midwest are the underrated trips to Minnesota to Giants Ridge and The Wilderness, which features the #20 public course The Quarry. Or Explore the Brainerd Golf Trail with top rated courses and some of the best boating lakes in the state. You can also head to Michigan with the courses at Arcadia Bluffs, Forest Dunes, and Bay Harbor. You may want to get here before it gets too crowded!

Ozark Country
Discover the Missouri Ozarks while golfing at Big Cedar Lodge’s Payne’s Valley or Top of the Rock, and take in a few of the many shows in Branson or fish on the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks.

Nebraska
Challenge yourself on the most naturally-occurring golf terrain in America. The Prairie Club, featuring two of the courses top Public courses lies in the Snake River Canyon outside of Valentine. While, Dismal River 90 minutes south is a must play if you can get on it. Follow it all up by hunting buffalo, elk, mule deer, whitetails, pheasant, more. Either that, or sit back and relax and sip on some bourbon while enjoying being disconnected from technology.

Texas, Oklahoma, and Colorado
No matter where you travel in the Midwest, you’ll find golfing opportunities that are as rugged and breathtaking as the region itself, and Oklahoma’s Karsten Creek and The Patriot Golf Club are no exception. Fill your soul with the natural wonder of Red Sky Ranch in Vail, Colorado or the rolling Hill Country of Texas, including Horseshoe Bay Resort, Barton Creek, and the TPC San Antonio courses. It’s the journey that makes the destination worthwhile!

Journey Golf’s Top Destinations in the Midwest

Northern Minnesota
Giant’s Ridge and the Brainerd Lakes Area. Journey’s home state and arguably the most underrated golf destination in the country. Enjoy four courses rated in the top of the country, plus countless lakes for fishing and boating between rounds, up north bars and restaurants, and all courses under $150/round.

Northern Michigan
Arcadia Bluffs and Forest Dunes. One of the greatest golf road trips in Journey’s opinion, including diverse lakeside links and deep forest tree-lined courses. Once a sleepy golf destination, the area is quickly rising in ranks due to high profile course designs opening in recent years. Get here before too many people discover it!

Wisconsin
So much Wisconsin, too little time. 4 courses in Kohler. 2, soon to be 3, at Sand Valley, Erin Hills, and more. Luxury hotels, high-end courses, and big dollar greens fees. Play some courses you and your wallet will never forget, and mix in some hidden gems that Journey can show you with our local knowledge. Rest assured that Wisconsin restaurants and bars are the best value in the country if you know where to go!

Big Cedar Lodge
Payne’s Valley, Ozark National, and Top of the Rock. Big Cedar is turning into the Disneyland for golfers. A great couples’, family, and buddies golf location. Big names like Tiger Woods, Coore, and Crenshaw have recently added courses, along with some of the best par 3 courses ever made. With the numerous activities at the resort and the lake right next door, Big Cedar is on its way to being the next big thing in golf.