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4.7
278 Reviews (278)
5 Stars
166
4 Stars
84
3 Stars
16
2 Stars
9
1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.6
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.5
94.7%
Recommend this course
252 out of 278 reviews
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4.8
18 Reviews (18)
5 Stars
15
4 Stars
3
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.7
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.7
Amenities
4.9
StaffFriendliness
4.9
100.0%
Recommend this course
18 out of 18 reviews
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4.8
58 Reviews (58)
5 Stars
50
4 Stars
7
3 Stars
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2 Stars
0
1 Stars
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Conditions
4.8
Value
4.7
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.7
Amenities
4.8
StaffFriendliness
4.9
96.6%
Recommend this course
56 out of 58 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6909 yards
Slope 131
Rating 74.1

St. Croix National Golf Course is a championship course that is tucked away amongst rolling, wooded hills. This scenic course is one of western Wisconsin's hidden gems. The undulating landscape covered with mature trees can seem intimidating but the layout was designed with spacious fairways and bailout areas that act as an excellent balance to the more challenging elements. The well conditioned greens putt fast and true, acting as a perfect complement to the beautiful scenery. There are strategically placed bunkers and water hazards coming into play but it is the topography will truly test your accuracy as well as a variety of other skills. St. Croix National G.C. also boasts a driving range perched high above a valley that collects the practice shots. It is the perfect preparation for the challenges of the golf course.

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Course Details

Year Built 1996
Fairways Blue Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Open: 4/15 Closed: 10/15
Architect Joel Goldstrand

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Meeting Facilities, Banquet Facilities

Accolades

  • Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Wisconsin (2023 #1) (2016 #18)
  • Golf Advisor: Golfers' Choice (2023 #19)
  • Golf Advisor: Top 25 Off-course amenities in the U.S. (2023 #23) (2020 #6)
  • Golf Advisor: Top 25 Course Conditions in the U.S. (2023 #23)

Reviews

4.7
278 Reviews (278)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 9
19th Hole Scenic Views 6
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 22
Bunkers 11
Forced Carries 11
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 20
Advanced Golfers 17
Locals 13
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 17

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Tee boxes

Tee boxes were horrible! Usually love this course! Still fun but disappointed!

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Could be great - Expensive for 9 holes

Only played the front 9. This is an interesting and challenging course that could be wonderful if maintained better. However, the tee boxes were more dirt than grass, the fairways were fair and the greens were ok. It could be the dry conditions that are impacting this course, but other courses are in much better shape. For the price, I will play elsewhere.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great Lay-Out

Great, picturesque track. Elevation changes and variety of holes are unique. Kind of like The Quarry up north in MN. Greens are in great shape, quick and true. Some fairways and tee boxes are scruffy. A groundskeeper explained that they had some issues with the irrigation system malfunctioning. On the mend now. Brady, in the golf shop, was friendly, welcoming, and helpful. Also, very nice going out as a single at 7:00 AM and playing 18 holes in 2 hours and 45 minutes.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Enjoy

We only get a chance to play St Croix National 1-2 times per year and we always enjoy it!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Always great

This course is always in great shape and lots of fun. Very scenic and quiet. New carts and some updates this year makes it even better!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather

A course with a View

If you like elevated tee boxes and near mountain type views this is a course to play. If you are a world class athlete you could attempt to carry your own bag, but if not add the AED defibrillator attire. Was lucky enough to play with a local pair that gave the Do's and Don'ts for each tee, almost a requirement for a 1st timer. The GPS carts are some of the best at a public course that I have seen in quite a while. Greens are undulating and fairly quick. Green reading can be a challenge and don't be surprised when everything says left but it ends up leaking right. Being below the hole and/or on the right tier is critical to avoiding 3 putts. Fairways are reasonably flat for the rolling terrain.
Your math skills will be challenged with all the up hill and down hill approaches to the greens.
Fall golf here is a must, Heck with the score, the views will be Epic for any Wi/Mn golf!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Incredible experience

What an incredible golf course. Not only was the staff inviting and friendly, the course was in amazing shape for April! This was my first time here and will definitely not be my last. Best public course I’ve played on the east side of the cities!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Nice track and the change in elevation makes it fun.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Still champion of all courses I’ve played

I try to play this track twice a year. Once in the spring then fall. I have reviewed this course before and nothing has changed! It’s BEAUTIFUL! I can’t speak enough about his course! Staff is always super chill and friendly. Course is in great shape! Some things that has changed is they have gotten new carts with wind shields and the grass in some areas that grows tall was cut down. For $40(with hot deal)it’s a super deal!
Now...if you are new to golf this course will warm your eyes and heart with the amazing views of nature. But, your golf ball inventory may be shortened dramatically. It rewards great play, but will bring you to your knees if you’re off.

GO PLAY THIS COURSE!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 69
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
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Previously Played

Always happy

As usual we had a great outing, Nick, Brady and the rest of the staff are friendly and make us feel warm and welcome. The course is in great fall condition and of course the amenities are top notch.
This is a go to for us! We love to explore other course but we always favor Saint Croix National.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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