1844 20th Avenue, Arkdale, Wisconsin 54613, US
(608) 339-9891
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About Northern Bay

The Northern Bay Resort is located on the shores of Castle Rock Lake just north of the famed Wisconsin Dells. Luxury cedar-and-stone condos are spread between the course and the lake. The five-bedroom Bay House is also available. The Golf Course at Northern Bay is unique as the only course in the Midwest to feature replica holes from legendary courses around the world. Are you ready to take on holes from the PLAYERS Stadium course at TPC Sawgrass, Augusta National or Oakland Hills? Activities include tennis, renting a pontoon and swimming in a heated pool or at the sandy beach on the lake. The Island View Pub & Grille and Tiki Bar will take care of your cravings.

Facts

Price Range$$$, $$
Property Class★★★★
Year Opened2006
Number of Units100-300

Amenities & Services

RestaurantsCasual, Bar
Room TypesFractional Ownership
TennisYes
Practice FacilityYes
Beach AccessYes

Rules

Is the resort pet friendly?Yes
Is resort stay required for a tee time?No

Golf courses at Northern Bay

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars
72 Reviews (72)
Review 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Great Condition

Greens and fairways true. Perfect course for those looking for a challenge also for the average golfer.

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First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Difficulty 3.0
Review 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played

Poor condition

GPS system came from Pirates Cove Mini golf in the Dells. Never had one that poor.
Grass on fairways was hard to find. Worst condition I have encountered this year. For the price, plenty of goat pastures in better condition..
Go to Trappers Turn or Christmas Mountain. Both are superior condition to Northern Bay.

Previously Played
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 1.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 3.0
Difficulty 3.0
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Visually pleasing and challenging holes.

Played with friends for the fifth or sixth time. Fairways were in poor condition. Grass was short and sparse; shots landing in the fairway got good roll, but hitting ball on the fairway was like playing it off hard-packed dirt.

Fortunately we had half-price coupons for our round. If we had to pay full price green fees, we would have felt ripped off.

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Previously Played
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 1.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 3.0
Difficulty 5.0
Reviews 29
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

course in poor condition

i expected more, better conditions 5 star not 1 star

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First Time Playing
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 1.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
Reviews 2
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great layout. Non replica and replica holes are great

One of the most enjoyable courses you can play. A ton of fun.

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First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
Reviews 12
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

this course has great features

a fun, well kept course, friendly staff, very helpful

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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Difficulty 3.0
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great views - very enjoyable!

We played on a Monday - not busy at all. All of the staff encouraged us to have a great round. Excellent practice facility. Greens were pristine and ran true - very few ball marks. Only drawbacks - no beverage cart on the day we played and there are not many water dispensers on course and cart gps didn't always agree with course yardage markers and my gps. We payed $70 for unlimited golf (played 36) - definitely worth $70 for 18. Take a cart, since the distance between tees can be quite lengthy.
Recognized every "copycat" hole except Northern Bay's version of Azalea (#13 at Augusta National).

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First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Difficulty 5.0
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Fun course to play that is well maintained, little pricy if you don't find a special.

Not only are the replica holes fun to play, but so are the other holes. For being an "up north" course the fairways and rough are wide enough where you won't lose too many balls. Greens are well maintained and putt true. I would recomend for any true golf fan.

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Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 1.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 2.0
Difficulty 3.0
Reviews 12
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Scenic course. Good shape for early in the season.

Friendly staff behind and counter and club cleaners. Course was in good shape for early in the season. Scenic course with variety of holes. Pace of play was good, Last time we played it was a weekend in the summer and the pace of play was exceedingly slow - hence we were pleased. Recommend the course to others.

Verified Purchaser
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Nice Layout!

Replica holes are nice with #10 island green the best of all. #18 (Bay Hill finishing hole) is also a nice/challenging test. Fun course...nice layout.

Verified Purchaser
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 5.0
Difficulty 3.0
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great Place to Play

I have to start with the replica holes. I really enjoyed playing those holes and thought they were in great shape. I could play them over and over again and I will as I plan on coming back to play it again. Playing holes like those and having things such as GPS carts made for a great day.

5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 3.0
Difficulty 3.0
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Play here and you will never forget it!

This course is mind blowing!!! The course was in great condition and the fairways and greens were all just perfect. The greens were lightning making them fun and a challenge! But overall, just HOLE 10! The most intimidating hole i have ever played in my life, and one I will never forget. I made the green on the first shot which I was proud of. This course allows you to get the PGA experience at a fraction of the cost! I recommend this course to anyone, and I have seen it on golf now for 25 dollars a person! I believe we are returning next summer for a Wisconsin Dells trip with my golfing buddies from high school and the main thing they want to do is play this course!

When you go you get unlimited rage balls and then you start and have a massive gps on the cart which tells you the distance to any point you want. It is an amazing golf experience!

First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 2.0
Difficulty 5.0
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