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4.2
123 Reviews (123)
5 Stars
46
4 Stars
56
3 Stars
17
2 Stars
3
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.9
Value
4.3
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.1
88.0%
Recommend this course
114 out of 123 reviews
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4.3
3 Reviews (3)
5 Stars
1
4 Stars
2
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.7
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.7
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.3
100.0%
Recommend this course
3 out of 3 reviews
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4.2
17 Reviews (17)
5 Stars
7
4 Stars
7
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
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Conditions
3.8
Value
4.2
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.7
82.4%
Recommend this course
14 out of 17 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public/Resort
Style Links
Par 71
Length 6027 yards
Slope 116
Rating 68.8

Cold Water Canyon Golf Course in the Wisconsin Dells has a layout that dates back to the 1920s, making it one of the oldest golf courses in the state. Originally a nine-hole course, it was expanded to a full 18 holes but the original layout was carefully preserved as the front nine. The back nine offers a completely different round with a Scottish-links design, however it manages to blend seamlessly with the classic layout of the first nine. Water hazards come into play on a few holes and there are strategically placed bunkers to contend with as well. The second half of Cold Water Canyon Golf Course is more challenging than the front but both are equally scenic. The golf course and the adjoining Chula Vista Resort are tucked away amidst thick forests of mature trees.

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Course Details

Year Built 1917
Fairways Bluegrass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Open: 4/01 Closed: 11/01

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code No tank tops or cutoffs

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Spa

Available Sports

Minigolf

Reviews

4.2
123 Reviews (123)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 10
Course Challenges Include:
Narrow Fairways 19
Bunkers 13
Thick Rough 10
This course/club is great for:
A Weekend Splurge 10
Locals 10
Seniors 10
This Course's Location is:
At a Resort 21
Near Local Attractions 12
Worth the Drive 10

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Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
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First Time Playing

Nice condition but very short

Nice condition but very short, only 5200 from the tips. Didn't expect that.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Easy
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course with accuracy the key.

Well maintained course with many hidden shots. Accuracy and ball placement is key. Not a very long course but enjoyed playing it.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0

Has Potential

I think at one point this course might have been really nice but it looks now as if it's barely taken care of. The tee boxes were patchy and bare, the fairways had weeds and patches of sand all over them. The sandtraps had weeds growing out of them and looked like they've never been raked. The golf carts look like they've not been cleaned in a long time! I'm glad I got a heavily discounted price via Golfnow.com! The staff was frinedly however!

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Easy
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