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University Ridge Golf Course

9002 County Road Pd, Verona, Wisconsin 53593, Dane County
(608) 845-7700
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4.7
190 Reviews
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A view from the 6th tee at University Ridge Golf Course. University Ridge GC
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A view of the 17th green at University Ridge Golf Course. University Ridge GC
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A view of the 9th green at University Ridge Golf Course
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A view of hole #10 at University Ridge Golf Course, home of the University of Wisconsin.
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Aerial view from University Ridge Golf Course

About

University Ridge Golf Course is just 15 minutes from the University of Wisconsin campus and downtown Madison. The course's name comes from the defining feature of the landscape, a remnant of the last retreating glacier. The course is perched right where the Wisconsin Glacier stopped, providing the backbone of the ridge that divides the terrain into clusters of hills and valleys. Robert Trent Jones Jr. designed the golf course with distinctly different front and back nines that make it feel like you are playing two courses in one. The front nine plays across grassy meadows, featuring contoured fairways and generous landing areas. Wind will definitely be a challenge on this more open nine. In contrast, mature trees frame most of the holes on the back nine. The golf course finishes with two of its toughest holes: a long par 3 over water and then another long hole, a par 4 that plays uphill.

Holes 18
Par 72
Length 7286 yds
Rating 75.8
Slope 142
Type Public
Style Traditional/Links
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Course Details

Rentals & Services

Golf Carts
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Golf Clubs

Practice & Instruction

Driving Range
Bunker
Golf School Academy
Teaching Pro
Pitching & Chipping Area
Putting Green

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Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes
Walking Allowed
Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

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Available Facilities

Clubhouse
Year Built 1991
Fairways Bent Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Open: 4/01 Closed: 11/01
Architect(s) Robert Trent Jones, Jr. (1991) Robert Trent Jones, Jr. (2008) Jay Blasi (2008) Bruce Charlton

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4.7
4.7 out of 5 stars, based on 190 reviews
94.1%
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  • Conditions
    4.5
  • Value
    4.5
  • Layout
    4.9
  • Friendliness
    4.6
  • Pace
    4.2
  • Amenities
    4.5
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Course Highlights
This course delivers outstanding value with inclusive pricing, excellent practice facilities, and a layout where each hole offers a distinct experience. The contrasting open front nine and wooded back nine keep rounds engaging, backed by consistently impressive conditions and friendly staff.

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Golfers Often Mention

The 19th Hole is Great For:
19th Hole Scenic Views 14
Drinks 14
Patio Dining 12
Course Challenges:
Bunkers 29
Elevation Changes 20
Forced Carries 15
Best For:
Advanced Golfers 24
A Weekend Splurge 20
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 17
Location is:
Convenient to the City 21
Worth the Drive 15
In the 'Burbs 8

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Cadlab14
Reviews 30
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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crjb1672
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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u314159910831
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 5.0
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tcoulthart
Reviews 5
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
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Blake3999717
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Tremendous Course

Absolutely gorgeous course with a fantastic layout. This is now my favorite course I’ve played. Well done!

First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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u5211042
Review 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Hidden Jewell

This is a great golf course. If you are in Madison and have time for a round of golf, just do it.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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clifftang5
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

C. Tang

The course was well maintained and the layout was good. The greens were fast and tough for bogies players. In the first few holes the pace was slow, the ranger came and separated a foursome to two twosomes which improved the pace. Definitely will come back again.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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kenwen4
Reviews 22
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Top notch course

Friendly staff, great condition, quick greens. Overall great day of golf.

First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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ykDAgo7xwxhtFazn7zPB
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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TJME12
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Fast and fair greens

Arrive early and use the practice range, including the sand traps. The course is in top shape. Terrific greens. Fast enough and not unnecessarily difficult.

Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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TheMattress
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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iJRAI5BNfftyBlWcQbTc
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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u000005059922
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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u000004351209
Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 5.0
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Bogeymac5
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
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eaglebird
Reviews 35
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
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Orchardsgolfer
T O P 1000
Reviews 87
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Wonderful course

Great conditions and plenty of challenge. Always enjoy it.

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Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
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ujJ6muCwmGwD659aPZZz
Review 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Fun course!

Course in very good shape, greens large and undulated very challenging. Don't hit the ball too far offline or you can end up in woods or natural grass pretty easy. A handful of somewhat quirky holes plus five par 5s and 5 par 3s. Overall well worth the trip and the money.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 4.0
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Orchardsgolfer
T O P 1000
Reviews 87
Skill Advanced
Recommended
Played

Great course

We have played this course every year and it is always in great shape. Plenty of tee choices. Staff is great too.

Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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u314162482126
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Great course conditions

Perfect day for golf. The team there takes great care of the course.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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