GolfPass Icon
Rating Index Rating
Tooltip Information Icon
4.3
45 Reviews (45)
5 Stars
20
4 Stars
20
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.7
Layout
4.2
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.0
97.8%
Recommend this course
44 out of 45 reviews
Read Reviews
Average Rating
Avg Rating
0
5 Stars
0
4 Stars
0
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
0
Value
0
Layout
0
Friendliness
0
Pace
0
Amenities
0
0%
Recommend this course
Read Reviews
Average Rating
Avg Rating
0
5 Stars
0
4 Stars
0
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
0
Value
0
Layout
0
Friendliness
0
Pace
0
Amenities
0
0%
Recommend this course
Read Reviews

About

Holes 18
Type Private
Style Links
Par 72
Length 6819 yards
Slope 128
Rating 72.4

Playing Rock River County Club in Waupun is like getting to play two golf courses in one. The course originally opened in 1927 as a nine-holer but was renovated and lengthened in the 1980s but the front nine wasn't added until 2004. Only a few holes remained from the original nine-hole course, but they play just as they did in the 20s. The newer front nine has a link-style design that demands accuracy off the tee with 29 sand traps strategically placed throughout the nine holes. There are a variety of other hazards as well. As you move onto the back nine, the golf course's character changes completely. The holes have a traditional design and they are much more wooded with mature trees framing almost every hole, just waiting to knock down an errant tee shot or missed approach.

Course Details

Year Built 1927
Fairways Blue grass
Greens Blue grass
Golf Season Year round

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs No
Pull-carts Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Proper golf attire required.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Grill

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

Accolades

  • Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Wisconsin (2015 #14)

Reviews

4.3
45 Reviews (45)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
19th Hole Scenic Views 8
Drinks 7
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 9
Bunkers 7
Narrow Fairways 6
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 10
Locals 8
9-Hole Rounds 6
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 8
Worth the Drive 6

Numbers based on reviews tagged with attribute.

Advanced Filters
Overall Rating
Recommended
Handicap
Age
Type of Golfer
Gender
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Average weather
Used cart

A nice surprise

A very pleasant experience. The front 9 is more of a links style course. Greens were firm and true. Nice fairways and a nice layout. Accuracy is a premium on both the front and back 9's. But you need to hit short of the greens on the front and let the ball roll. Highly suggest practicing on the putting green because the actual greens are the same. Back nine tightens up and a lot more trees. Nice course, well maintained, and fun to play.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fabulous!

Great course with fast, true greens! Decent length with a variety of holes!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great fall day for golf

Our group had a fantastic time out golfing and the course was in immaculate shape. The grounds crew went as far as clearing all the leaves off the course. This was one of my all time favorite trips out on a golf course. Greens were fast and tricky for how much rain we have had.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 23
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Wonderful time ..nice course

We golfed here on Saturday with friends. Course was in great shape. The weather was wonderful and play was at a pretty good pace. The facilities are nice and clean but could use some updating. The staff was very friendly. We will definitely golf there again. Good value.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Variety

Nice variety in the course with 9 holes links and 9 holes woods.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Always enjoyable

4th time playing this course this summer. Fun course. A very good value. I will play here again.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Beautiful Course...But

The course was very nice. Tough! No refreshment cart seen on a very hot day...could have been more restrooms on the course(porto)...had a good day all in all

Conditions Good
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great Greens

I was paired up with a man who used to work on this course and who golfs on many courses and he said that these are some of the best greens in the state of Wisconsin. As an avid golfer myself, I would have to agree whole heartedly. I liked the difference between the old nine and the new nine. The old offered well placed mature trees while the new was a links style. Coincidentally my playing partner had almost the same name as mine and our initials are both PVG. I highly recommend this course. (Par fours were almost 400 yards from the white tees which can also be a challenge.)

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

very different 9s

Staff was very nice and course was in good shape. Greens were very fast. Front nine had marsh and tall grass along with some big bunkers to deal with. Back nine had a lot of mature trees. If you missed left or right you hit one as there are many. Fun course.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Great value

Bring your A game, tough course! Fabulous condition, greens are incredible, fast true so it takes a little patience to get used to the speed. I'll be back!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Dual Personality course

Very challenging course. Front nine is newer and a tight links style. Long and straight shots are a must. The Back 9 is a tight mature treed track with narrow fairways and overhanging tree limbs to snare your shot. 17 is a bit quirky for the first time player. All in all a great experience. Good shape considering the heavy rain this season. Greens are fast, very fast, but fair.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Challenging

Very good course. Will play again. Course was in very good shape. I really liked the back nine. I recommend to play. The rate I paid was a steal.

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

Course in great shape

The course is fantastic for how early in the season it is and due to weather. The greens are rolling and everything is far ahead of other courses. Great challenging course and a lot of fun playing there.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Two distinct nines make this an interesting and enjoyable day.

The front nine is open, but water and well placed sand traps increase the difficulty. The back nine is loaded with trees designed to knock down your drive, but you can out think the course too by club selection and planning your shot. A great challenge every day.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good course

Had a good time here. The greens got a bit hard once the sun came out. Fun course though

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great play for the price

We had to play the course after a superscramble but the course was in great shape and the staff was phenomenal. the opportunity to play two nines in a round that are so different is nothing but great value!! Can't wait to play again

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

This one of the best in middle wisconsin

We last played there the weekend of the British Open: As we arrived they were double rolling the greens but every green is TRUE. The membership and staff are great to visit with and always ask us to come back Wish I could play there more!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

This course is in excellent shape and offers a great challenge.

This course is in excellent shape and offers a great challenge.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good value for what we paid.

The back nine is very interesting and requires accurate tee shot for approach . Back nine is a links course but very boring.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing

poor scheduling

Course doesn't have a system that recognizes your online reservations and tee times. We showed up and our tee time was given away. Had to wait 45min. They need to understand how to communicate with online reservations companies, if they are going to chose to have that as an option for their customers. They handled the situation professionally and we were pleased with our experience after that point.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Nearby Courses
Fox Lake, Wisconsin
Semi-Private
4.0864
81
Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
Semi-Private
4.3049823529
72
Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
Semi-Private
4.6228235294
104
Mayville, Wisconsin
Public
3.6703941176
48
Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
Public
4.0
1
Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
Public
4.0
1
Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
Public
4.0
1
Horicon, Wisconsin
Public
4.0571
35
Green Lake, Wisconsin
Semi-Private
3.0910823529
33
Green Lake, Wisconsin
Semi-Private
3.0910823529
33
Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
Public
5.0
1
Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
Public
5.0
1
Golf Packages

Destination Kohler - To Dye Four Golf Package

FROM $557 (USD)
KOHLER, WI | Enjoy 3 nights’ accommodations at The American Club or the Inn on Woodlake and 4 rounds of golf at Blackwolf Run (River & Meadow Valley Courses) and Whistling Straits (Straits & Irish Courses).

SentryWorld Stay & Play Package

FROM $347 (USD)
STEVENS POINT, WI | Enjoy 3 nights’ accommodations at The Inn at SentryWorld and 2 rounds of golf at SentryWorld Golf Course (site of the 2023 U.S. Senior Open).

Destination Kohler - Champions' Trail Golf Package

FROM $617 (USD)
KOHLER, WI | Enjoy 2 nights’ accommodations at The American Club or the Inn at Woodlake and 3 rounds of golf at Blackwolf Run (River or Meadow Valleys Course) and Whistling Straits (Straits or Irish Course)

SW Michigan Golf Around Package

FROM $127 (USD)
GRAND RAPIDS/KALAMAZOO | Enjoy 3 nights’ accommodations at Quality Inn – Battle Creek and 3 rounds of golf at The Medalist Golf Club, Angel’s Crossing Golf Club, and The Grande Golf Club.

Best of Battle Creek Package

FROM $147 (USD)
GRAND RAPIDS/KALAMAZOO | Enjoy 3 nights’ accommodations at FireKeepers Casino Hotel and 3 rounds of golf at The Medalist Golf Club, Riverside Golf Club, and Binder Park Golf Course.
Now Reading