The Refuge Golf Club

I played this course for the first time on Sunday. I had a great experience and really enjoyed the golf course. It was in really good shape, greens rolled true and the staff was great. I would highly recommend this golf course!

First time playing course.

Played in under 4 hours. Played early afternoon.

Will play again,

Will need to play more target golf next time.

Fairways are not wide

Would not walk this course.

Refuge is always in good condition, and is a good challenge for any golfer. I had not played the course in probably 5 years but made the drive from Otsego. Course management could really improve on the customer experience. No starter/ranger. When I checked in was told a two-some and another single would be with me. No one shows at tee time so I end up going by myself. No communication from anyone. Range balls looked like they had not been washed for a week. Golf carts need to be upgraded. Only highlight was the cart-girl, who made the circuit very fast. Not sure I would make the trip again.

Nice course, but pace of play was painfully slow ended up quitting after 12 holes. The greens are very slow and bumpy, and did not roll true. Very dissatisfied and disappointed with a upper scale course, kinda reminded me of a municipal course. This course needs help. I wouldn't play it again, even if it was free.

The course was in great shape! Very challenging course. Must keep ball in fairway, rough is very difficult. Look forward to playing again!!

Should've walked away after we had to wait 35 minutes past our tee time to start our round. It was a guys weekend and we drove down from Northern MN to play a few courses. Every hole we played, we had to wait for at least 4 groups ahead of us. This was the most unprofessional course I've dealt with. We were on an itinerary and this ruined our whole day. It took nearly 7 hours to complete the round. Seems like they overbooked on purpose just to get more money, disregarding the experience of their customers. Didn't see one ranger. The beer cart girls were the only ones that were apologetic about the whole situation. They were very sweet. The course itself was in great condition and is a really scenic treat. I don't think the course conditions could've saved the horrible experience we had though. I'd think about going again if they changed their booking policy. Don't make dinner reservations.....you'll miss them if you play here! We did!

Overall it's a great course though. Play at your own risk.

A new member in Sept. '15. I enjoy the course and play it 3-4x a week. I don't have problems with pace of play because I usually play early in the morning during the week. Greens got a little rough, and I hope to see them improved in '16, along with the cart batteries, which often got weak in the afternoon. A challenging course for someone like me, who has returned to the game after many years away. Josh and the staff have been fantastic.

I've been a semi-regular (3-4x/season) at The Refuge for several years and my experience has always been positive. The course's relative short length is more than made up for by its scenic layout...it's hard to beat for a wonderful Fall golf experience. (Please note that like most other public-access courses, the late season condition of the greens were at bit too shaggy but, I guess that's par for the course for late-October/early November Minnesota golf). Also, the staff members are first-class folks!

Very nice even when wet. Very scenic great greens. Some holes are very challenging off the tee. Need to hit the fairway to score well otherwise big trouble leading to a double. Front nine is less challenging.

We have played 30 different course in the area this year and by far this is number one with us. Great condition, outstanding greens, friendly staff, and a terrific day. It always is when I win money from my buddy.

Excellent condition wonderful staff and scenic course with marsh areas. The only knock was limited menu of food for day and time of year which was fine for us.

Challenging, fun and picturesque.

Greens were great. had some tight fairways and plenty of shots that you need to think about.

This layout has interest throughout with forced carries and maneuvering through lots of marsh land. Very interesting and challenges you on every shot. Greens are difficult and slick. Keep it straight or you will go through sleeves of balls. A great challenge!

The course was in great shape and the staff was very helpful. I will definitely be returnung to play. Some of the best fairways I have seen.

Great course, great weather, great price!! Truly the Gem of Northern Metro courses.

Great course, very slow play. Think they should space tell times out. Some holes that are tricky and take some golfers take awhile to play

Slowest round of golf I've ever played, had to wait on every hole. They need a ranger to speed things up!!

Played course for first time with 3 single digit hdcp players ,all had nothing but good things to say ,birdies for the brave Bogeys for the wayward shots ,great layout ,looking forward to playing again

This course was in great condition. Enough difficulty that I only lost 3 balls. A very good golfing experience.

Overall the course was pretty cool with a lot of fun tee shots and approaches to the green. Some of the tee boxes and greens were in rough shape. It might be due to the fact that players didn't take the time to fix their ball marks on the greens. They have GPS on the carts but some of the numbers shown weren't very helpful. For example: From the tee boxes they had distances shown to the bunkers around the green (who needs a distance to a bunker that is 385 yards away??)...I would give it another shot for sure!