University Ridge Golf Course

Played this course 4/5 times since moving to the Madison area from Scotland. Overall, it's a great set up. Fantastic pro shop, clubhouse and practice facilities. I was a little disappointed with the course itself, probably because my friend had built it up to be fantastic. Don't get me wrong, the course is good and is great value if you get a twilight rate, but fantastic? Probably not.

The course itself comprises two very different nines. The front nine is fairly open, almost in a prairie like setting. Highlights are holes 1,2,3 and 7. The back nine has more of a woodland like feel to it with most holes meandering through the trees. As such, accuracy of the tee becomes key. Best holes on the back side in my opinion are 10,14,15 and 17.

Tees and fairways are generally in really good condition. The greens were a little bit of a let down. I find them to be a little bit sandy albeit still running true. I believe all the greens were re-done in the back half of 2012 so perhaps they just need a year or two to fully knit together.

Overall, good course and decent value for money.

greens were redone absolutey georgeous, great conditions , front links style and back totally differant all wooded, lots of elacvation change , i like that,

This is the UW golf course and it shows in their pride of ownership. Course is in pristine condition!

Challenging layout + pristine fairways + a beautiful day + GolfNow value price = A very memorable day of golf. This course is a MUST PLAY for all who enjoy a great round of golf.

One of the nicest courses in this area. The front and back have completely different styles, and each present there own challenges. Fairways are a must if your goal is to post a decent score.

Very nice course. Really enjoyed the day.

The newer greens are just staring to mature and will only get better.

Excellent time golfing at a very nice course at reasonable rates.

This is a course I would recommend to anyone who plays golf. Though it is slightly pricier than other courses around the area, you will definitely note the value for what you pay. The course is challenging and in excellent shape, even in a year when other courses in the area have struggled to stay afloat with above average rainfalls. You'll also see the value in the add-ins. Free, unlimited range balls to hit before hand and three free high-quality tees to go along with GPS carts. These definitely add to the value, and are the little details that make the Ridge a great course. The pace of play was also respectable, as we never felt pushed and never had to wait for the group ahead of us.

Course has a great layout but with my game I need the greens to hold my approach shots because I cannot spin the ball back

This course is challenging and fun to play. There are some long holes and some that are great for scoring. I would recommend this to anyone who can afford to play one of the nicer courses in Madison. Also, check out their website for "Appreciation Days" for all you can play deals. Greens are also in amazing shape after they were redone last fall/this spring.