Minnesota Travel Info

Day trips, vacation planning and tourist sites in Minnesota

The Minnesota Golf Trail

Filed Under Minnesota Golf Trips

The Minnesota Golf Trail is made of ten golf courses in the northwestern part of the state and includes facilities in and around the towns of Detroit Lakes, Fergus Falls, Park Rapids, Menahga, Walker, Perham, Ottertail and Battle Lake.

The golf courses included on the Minnesota Golf Trail are:

To get to the Minnesota Golf Trail you will travel approximately 2 ½ hours northwest of the Twin Cities on Interstate 94 or on US Hwy 10 and then proceed to the affiliated golf courses. Fergus Falls is less than an hour from the Fargo, North Dakota area via Interstate 94 and a little over 4 ½ hours driving time for our friends from the Winnipeg, Canada area.

Longbow Golf Club: The Longbow Golf Club is located north of Walker on Hwy. 371. The Longbow Golf Club is an 18-hole Par 72 course that plays 6,536 yards from the back tees and has a course rating of 71.2 and a slope index of 123. This golf course has something for everyone including 4 sets of tees. Green fees for 18-holes are $35.00 and a power cart can be rented for $13.00 per person. There are also twilight rates that begin at 3:00pm.

Tianna Country Club: Tianna Country Club is located 2 miles south of Walker on Hwy 34.Tianna Country Club is an 18-hole facility that plays 6,550 yards from the back tees with a course rating of 72 and a slope index of 127. The golf course dates back to 1922 with the name Tianna being adopted in 1929. Visit the golf course website for rates and twilight specials.

Headwaters Country Club: Headwaters Country club is located north of Park Rapids and you can call the pro shop for directions and tee times at 1-866-250-4224. Headwaters Country Club is an 18-hole golf course that measures 6,588 yards from the back tees with a course rating of 72 and a slope index of 127. The cost to play is $36.75 and rental power carts are also available. After your round enjoy a sandwich and a cold beverage in the Club House.

Blueberry Pines Golf Club: Blueberry Pines is located 3 miles north of Menahga on Hwy. 71. Blueberry Pines features cart mounted GPS units in their golf carts, so you’ll never be without an accurate yardage measurement. The course is an 18-hole layout that features 5 different set of tee boxes to make the day enjoyable for golfers of all abilities. Blueberry Pines Golf Club also features a complete Pro Shop and a full service restaurant.

Perham Lakeside Golf Club: The Perham Lakeside Golf Club is made up of three different 9-hole courses, Maple, Oak and Pine. The Maple Course plays 3,444 yards from the back tees and has a par of 37. The Oak Course plays 3,200 yards from the back tees and has a par of 36. The Pine Course is the newest of the three courses and was completed in 1998. The Pine Course measures 3,522 from the back tees and has a par of 36. Contact the clubhouse for rates, as there are morning and afternoon pricing during the week as well as on weekends. There are power carts available to rent for your round. Remember to stop at Milligan’s Pub after your round of golf to enjoy a round of refreshments.

Detroit Country Club: The Detroit Country Club is located 5 miles south of Detroit Lakes off of County Road 22. The Detroit Country Club is a 36-hole facility that is made up of the Pine to Palm course which is a par 71 layout that dates back to 1916 and is the host each August of one of the longest running golf tournaments in Minnesota; The Pine To Palm Tournament. The Lakeview Course opened in 1980 and is a par 64.

Wildflower Golf Course: Wildflower Golf Course is part of the Fair Hills Resort and was designed by Joel Goldstrand and is a “prairie links” design that has a course rating of 74.2 and a slope index of 139. The 86 bunkers on this course have a lot to do with the healthy course rating and slope. Prime time, Memorial Day through Labor Day, weekend rates are $49.00 with a power cart being $15.50 per person. There are also play and stay packages available.

Thumper Pond: Thumper Pond Golf Course & Resort is just outside of Ottertail, Minnesota. This is one stop for the entire family. The property features a hotel, water park, spa and restaurant. The golf course plays 6,606 yards from the back tees with a course rating of 72.5 and a slope index of 132. Weekends and holidays the charges for 18-holes and a cart are $55.00. There are also play and stay packages available.

Balmoral Golf Course: Balmoral Golf Course is located on the southeastern corner of Ottertail Lake on State Hwy. #78. The golf course is a par 72 that plays 6,210 from the back tees. The 18-hole rate for weekends and holidays is $32.00 and a power cart rental is just $13.00 additional.

Pebble Lake Golf Course: Pebble Lake Golf Course is located just 2 miles south of Fergus Falls on County Road 82. The golf course was established in 1941.Pebble Lake Golf Course is a par 72 facility. The front 9 has a par of 37 that features 3 par 5 holes; the back 9 has a par of 35.

As you can see the Minnesota Golf Trail has something for everyone to make this northwestern destination a perfect choice for your Minnesota golf vacation this summer!

About the author: Dana Buttenhoff is an avid golfer and a native Minnesotan. After 20 years of golf and traveling around the USA, Dana would like to share the golf gems rural Minnesota has to offer at Minnesota Rural Golf.

Copyright 2006 Dana Buttenhoff

Related posts:

  1. Grand View, MinnesotaThe Historic Grand View Lodge, national historic landmark, began with the vision of M.V. Baker; whose real estate promotion transformed into the creation of a beautiful Lodge with an 80 year tradition of hospitality. Today, the tradition continues in this classic north woods vacation destination that Baker started in the early 1900’s. Soothing Sensations At The Historic Grand View Lodge In Minnesota The Historic Grand View Lodge is home to the Glacial Waters Spa that features Aveda Signature Spa Treatments in 10 beautiful treatment rooms. Let your thoughts wander in a relaxation room, feel tension slip away with a massage in the hand and foot care room, or get ready for that special occasion at the full service hair care salon. Once you step through the doors of the Glacial Waters Spa all your troubles will fade away as the staff provides a personal sensory journey to discover your elemental nature. Each session is customized to enhance your spa experience and promote peaceful and relaxation where you can stay for stay for an hour or a day. Unlimited Grand View Golf Packages Check with the courteous staff at reservations for new packages. Packages vary and include great package rates for...
  2. Weekend Getaways Around MinnesotaThere are numerous locations in Minnesota for a fun weekend getaway, including favorites such as Duluth. Pick a favorite lake or town and find a resort there that’ll suit your needs. Try a cozy bed and breakfast to spend the weekend. Duluth has it all, scenic wonder and natural beauty; what more could you want? For an interesting history adventure, Ironworld may be the place to go. Located in Chisholm, Minnesota, in the heart of the state’s historic Iron Range, Ironworld offers a wonderful opportunity for visitors to discover Old World customs and traditions through living history interpreters, colorful exhibits and displays. Itasca State Park, the head of the Mississippi River, is one of Minnesota’s best parks. There’s plenty of activities for the whole family including bike riding, swimming and hiking. Voyageurs National Park If you love the outdoors, Voyageurs National Park is the place to go. Located in International Falls, Minnesota, it’s Minnesota’s only national park and close to the Canadian border. The water, accompanying scenery, geology and rich cultural and natural resources give Voyageurs its national significance. In the summer, naturalists offer interpretive walks, evening programs, children’s activities, canoe trips, a Junior Ranger Program, and North Canoe Voyages....
  3. Minnesota As A Romantic GetawayMinnesota is a great place for a romantic getaway or wedding destination. There are many historic small towns with luxurious bed-and-breakfasts or you can go “Up North” and find a remote lakeside cabin with a fieldstone fireplace and bearskin rug. And, no matter where you base yourself, you’ll have sublime scenery around you. Today, Norm Goldman, editor of www.Sketchandtravel.com and www.Bookpleasures.com welcomes as our guest, travel author and writer Tim Bewer, who is an expert on Minnesota. Tim is also the author of Moon Handbooks Minnesota, as well as many other travel books and travel articles. Good day Tim and thank you for agreeing to participate in our interview: Norm: Tim, could you tell our readers something about yourself, how long have you lived in Minnesota, your writing experience, and your expertise pertaining to Minnesota? Tim: I moved to Minneapolis in 2000, but I spent most of my life living next door in Wisconsin and visited the Land of 10,000 Lakes often before making it my home. After two years of exploring every nook and cranny in the state I published my Moon Handbooks Minnesota with Avalon Travel Publishing of Emeryville, California in December of 2004. Other countries I’ve written,...
  4. Minnehaha Park In MinneapolisIf your travels bring you to Minneapolis, Minnesota, be sure to visit Minnehaha Park, located in South Minneapolis. It’s a park that has it all; from biking to hiking, there are many great things to see and do. Also located in the Park is the first wood-frame house built west of the Mississippi, along with an old train depot that was built in 1875. Minnehaha Park is more than a park with a playground — it is rich in history. Located between Hiawatha Avenue and Minnehaha Parkway, Minnehaha Park is one of the oldest parks in the state. With over half a million visitors per year who can debate its popularity? Minnehaha Park has its own waterfalls called “Minnehaha Falls” — each year thousands flock to this 53-foot falls in order to catch a glimpse of this magnificent structure. If you are having a wedding during the summer months, be sure to take a stroll through the Park. The waterfall provides an excellent backdrop no matter what the season for any camera enthusiast. While in the Park, don’t forget to stop by the John H. Stevens House. John H. Stevens served as a colonel in the United States Army doing...
  5. Vacation Rentals in Park RapidsPark Rapids, Minnesota is located in a wildlife intensive, lakeside retreat setting. If you enjoy the outdoors of Minnesota, there are many vacation rentals where you can stay and play. This city, which borders the Itasca State Park, is a great place to take your family and enjoy the wonders of the outdoors. Lee’s Riverside Motel is located within the town of Park Rapids, Minnesota, and offers the quaint small town charm you are looking for in a getaway. There are cabins, eight of them, that can be rented to accommodate your family, as well as motel rooms for smaller families and couples. Each cabin can hold between five and six people. Rates are available for both nightly and weekly stays. Family reunions are often held in this Minnesota resort, so things can be pretty humorous. Remember, the older we get, the better we were! Another of the vacation rental options Park Rapids, Minnesota has in its midst is Mantrap Lodge, located on Big Mantrap Lake. This lodge is just 15 minutes from Park Rapids, but you feel as if you are in wilderness far away from it all. This area is beautiful with breathtaking scenery to be found in...

Related posts brought to you by Yet Another Related Posts Plugin.

Comments

Leave a Reply