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Minnesota’s acclaimed golf courses offer stunning landscapes and challenging play. Discover some of the highlights here.
The Legend & The Quarry – Tee off at Giants Ridge in Biwabik, where these courses have been ranked #1 and #6 in Minnesota. Recognized with the Golf Digest's Editors' Choice Award for Best Golf Resorts in the Midwest, Giants Ridge offers remarkably scenic and serene surroundings as you play.
Deacon’s Lodge at Breezy Point Resort – Named in honor of Arnold Palmer’s father, “Deke,” this Brainerd Lakes course is considered one of Palmer’s best designs. The 18-hole course features beautiful lakes, woodlands and wetlands bordering wide bent grass fairways.
The Pines & The Preserve – At Grand View Lodge, Spa & Golf Resort in Brainerd Lakes, The Pines is a true "player's course" with a practice facility, while The Preserve is known for scenic elevated tees, rolling landscapes and tour-speed greens. The clubhouses serve up great food and views.
Superior National at Lutsen – This might be your next favorite fairway. On the North Shore of Lake Superior, this dramatically scenic 27-hole course is one of the best in the state. For some family fun, try Foot Golf on Mountain 9.
The Meadows at Mystic Lake – An award-winning 18-hole course, The Meadows features 11 acres of wildflowers, 80 bunkers, water on 13 holes and 20 fountains. Located in Prior Lake, this is a USGA-rated golf experience that all skill levels will enjoy.
The Wilderness at Fortune Bay – This top-rated course on the shores of Lake Vermilion is part of Fortune Bay Resort and Casino, owned by the Bois Forte Band of Chippewa. Golfweek ranked it the #3 public course in Minnesota and the #7 casino course in the U.S.
Legends Club – Recognized as National Golf Course of the Year, this course was designed by legendary architect Gill Miller. With its secluded feel, this challenging course is a sanctuary for skilled players in the Twin Cities area.
Keller Golf Course – Opened in 1929, this traditional course in Maplewood features a wide, tree-lined fairway. The historic gem has hosted legends like Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus as well as iconic events including the St. Paul Open and PGA Championships.
Loggers Trail Golf Course – Stretching over 170 acres and measuring 7,300 yards from the professional tees, this Stillwater course offers the best of both worlds – a scenic setting and a full-length course that offers a leisurely, rewarding round.
StoneRidge Golf Club – Also in Stillwater, this links-style course offers wide open views. Built from an old sand and gravel quarry, the par-72 course is beautiful and challenging.
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