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4.5
337 Reviews (337)
5 Stars
188
4 Stars
131
3 Stars
14
2 Stars
3
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.5
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.3
99.8%
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332 out of 337 reviews
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4.9
7 Reviews (7)
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6
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Conditions
4.6
Value
4.7
Layout
4.9
Pace
5.0
Amenities
4.6
StaffFriendliness
5.0
100.0%
Recommend this course
7 out of 7 reviews
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4.5
28 Reviews (28)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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Conditions
4.4
Value
4.4
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.6
100.0%
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28 out of 28 reviews
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Course Highlights
This challenging, beautifully maintained course rewards experienced golfers with creative layout featuring elevation changes and well-placed risk-reward holes. Friendly staff and strong overall value keep regulars returning season after season.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 71
Length 6010 yards
Slope 118
Rating 69.0

Prairie Woods Golf Course tumbles across some of Wisconsin's most rolling terrain. On almost any point on the course, whether you're standing on the tees, the fairways, or the greens, the undulating landscape will put your skills of perception to the test. The golf course offers plenty of variety with a unique design on each hole. The rolling hills determined the strategic placement of the bunkers and there are water hazards coming into play on several holes. It's a layout that will keep you on your toes and reward a well thought-out shot, but it's not overly punishing for high handicappers. The golf course is just over 6,000 yards from the back tees but the changes in elevation can make it feel longer. Besides being one of the most unique rounds in the area, Prairie Woods G.C. is also one of the most affordable.

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Course Details

Year Built 1995
Golf Season Open: 4/15 Closed: 11/01

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes - $19

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro No
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Proper golf attire required.

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

4.5
337 Reviews (337)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 10
Patio Dining 9
19th Hole Scenic Views 6
Course Challenges Include:
Narrow Fairways 11
Water Hazards 10
Elevation Changes 9
This course/club is great for:
Seniors 13
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 12
Locals 11
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 16

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Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

This course is fun to play!

This course is fun to play. I was a member for 2 years (changed to a course closer to home.. over 1 hour drive). I always enjoyed playing PW and the staff was always great. While not long, this course demands thought. I would definitely recommend PW.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 13
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

Oldcodger

Course is is excellent condition. People were very good and happy. Enjoyed it imenselly Thank You

Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

1st time

The course is a true hidden gem! Can’t wait to play it again!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Front 9

Got the last tee time of the day so just got to play the front 9. Very fun holes and can’t wait to get back to play a full round of golf!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fair

#6 Blue tee box had over hanging tree branch impeding entire swing. Almost Snapped driver shaft on follow through, was not happy. I’d say 80% of course needs to be re-evaluated .

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Fair
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 44
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Pleasant surprise

Had never heard of this course before seeing it yesterday on golf now. Two of us played 18 holes in 3 and a half hours. Lots of dog legs calling for accurate tee shots. Very enjoyable round. Will definitely play again.

Value Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great course

Very nice course with professional and friendly staff. Worked us in after another course cancelled our T-Time for our state to state golf trip with my son's.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Previously Played

Foot Golf

Our threesome played this course today. As we rounded the turn an eight some playing foot golf cut in front of us. We had to wait for them on the next six holes. They used alternate tees for some holes but on others they teed off close to the center of they fairway. They manager of the course advised us we just had to deal with it. The course is just trying to maximize income at the sake of loyal golfers. They have a good deal of space as you enter the course that could be used for a place for foot golf and frisbee golf. Hint to management, have a drink cart come out and you'll make the money needed to stay a golf course.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Fair
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Used cart

great course

Always enjoy playing this course, although they should have senior rates

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Great Couse

Great course. Good for all ages. Challenges but not to difficult.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Poor weather
Used cart

great layout, short but tight

wish it was closer so I could play it weekly. Fun course to play from the blue, white and gold tees.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Love this course

Conditions were excellent with well maintained greens, fairways, roughs, equipment and facilities. White tees very suitable for seniors and made for duffers with natural slice. Price was excellent thru GolfNow. Staff provided good service and were exceptionally gracious in the clubhouse. Those in kitchen even bid us farewell from their location as we were leaving. Food and drinks very good at fair price. Definitely recommend to others and planning to return before the season ends.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Walked

tight but fair

fun course for even the best golfers. must keep the ball in play off the tee. holes are not long, but don't let that fool you!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Fair weather
Used cart

Great course

In most cases your ball is still playable even if you miss the fairway slightly. Keeps play moving along. Played in three and one half hours, even with a five-some ahead of us.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Challenging Course

There is a little bit of everything at this course (i.e. wide open fairways, tight fairways, doglegs, water & sand hazards, etc.). This course is a nice all around course. Too bad it's not closer to town or I'm sure it would be visited more often. Seems like it should only take a few minutes to get out there but it's a good 20 minute hike from Janesville.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Short but tight course. Greens run true. The greens are smooth but don't seem as fast as in years past.

Excellent practice facilities and very good overall course conditions. I'll be back! I'd play it more often but a little too far away to be a regular stop.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course overall!

This is one of my favorite courses and I'm so happy they returned to GolfNow!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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