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Erin Hills.
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| Designed by | Dr. Michael Hurdzan, Dana Fry, Ron Whitten |
| Par | 72 |
| Length | 7,731 yards (7,069 m) |
| Course rating | 77.9 |
How much did Erin Hills cost to make?
Bob Lang says he spent $26 million to build Erin Hills, but has little left. DELAFIELD, Wis. —Fifteen miles south of Erin Hills, where the U.S. Open begins on Thursday, Bob Lang sits in an office surrounded by mementos from the golf course he built.
How many courses are in Erin Hills?
Set on 652 gorgeous acres. Naturally routed over 18 championship holes. Featuring a rolling, illuminated putting course. Designed for those seeking the golf experience of a lifetime.
How many acres is Erin Hills?
652 acresLong before golf was played at Erin Hills, the 652 acres of pristine land was host to icy fingers and streams from the last glacier to cover south central Wisconsin. Rivers carved graceful features into the landscape, turning the Kettle Moraine into the diverse region that it is today.
Is Erin Hills hard?
In addition to demanding accuracy, Erin Hills requires that you hit it fairly long (relative to the tees you're playing). There are several holes – some obvious, some less so – where you'll be faced with long, blind approaches if you don't smash your drive.
Who built Erin Hills?
developer Bob LangErin Hills was built by Wisconsin developer Bob Lang, who used his own money to fund the course. Designers included Dr. Michael John Hurdzan and his business partner Dana Fry, and Ron Whitten.
Who owns Erin Hills golf course?
owner Andy ZieglerGet One Year Of Premium Access Not surprisingly, Erin Hills Golf Course owner Andy Ziegler's company Artisan Partners Asset Management licensed a corporate hospitality tent from the United States Golf Association for the 2017 U.S. Open Championship at Erin Hills.
Is Erin Hills a top 100?
No. 9 on America's 100 Greatest Public Courses. Despite the rumor, Erin Hills wasn't designed specifically to host a U.S. Open. Its original concept was to be a simple, affordable, lay-of-the-land layout, to prove Mother Nature is indeed the best golf architect.
Who designed mammoth dunes?
David McLay KiddMammoth Dunes, designed by David McLay Kidd of Bandon Dunes fame, opened at Sand Valley Golf Resort in May 2018.
How much does it cost to play Whistling Straits?
Green fee at Whistling Straits is $410 with caddie fee of $65 and recommended tip of $50. Did you know it costs $550 to play at Pebble Beach if you are staying at the resort?
Can you play Erin Hills without staying there?
Erin Hills is walking only. We highly recommend using one of our professional caddies or you may decide to carry your own clubs. Outside caddies and pull-carts are not allowed.
What type of course is Erin Hills?
This is a purist's course, walking only. There are a couple of hills that will get your heart rate up, but overall a pleasant stroll. Erin Hills is another Wisconsin golf course that has embraced ragged edge bunkers. The first hole is a welcoming par 5.
Is Erin Hills hard to walk?
A walking-only course on 652 acres, Erin Hills is immense in scale. While you don't have to play the tees that made it the second-longest U.S. Open course in history, you'll still have many substantial walks past those other teeing grounds.
Plan Your Experience
Golf trip planning can be a year-round expedition. At Erin Hills, we call these intrepid planners “trip captains” — those that research, plan, lead and book their group’s golf experience each year.
Lodging at Erin Hills
A lush, abundant terrain peppered with homey cottages and friendly villages. A poet’s dream and a golfer’s paradise. A land of ancient lore, far, far away.
Introducing the Drumlin
A 63,000-square-foot putting course now open to those with an Erin Hills tee time.
Issue 6: Summer 2021
Of course, can we go with: No other game can boast a home field that dates back some 10,000 years. Now that, you could say, is old school. Read the latest Erin Hills Journal.
Issue 5: Winter 2021
In this issue of Erin Hills Journal, you’ll find how the connections to the game’s Auld Grey genesis in Scotland have wound their way — in some grand facsimile — to Erin Hills. And how the modern game continues to advance with bright stars, burgeoning players and a new breed of stewards pushing its limits.
Issue 4: Summer 2020
The health, economic and social challenges of recent months have affected all of us in a variety of ways, but our ancient game that can’t be confined indoors has provided a much needed haven and release. As courses opened and grass began to green, bunker rakes disappeared and unusual objects appeared in holes.
Issue 3: Social Game
There it was – a simple wooden sign indicating “Erin Hills” on the side of a county road in rural Wisconsin. It was dusk on a windy September evening as my father and I drove up the long winding road towards the clubhouse, golden hour hitting the fescue, making the golf course look even more incredible than I remembered.
Insights From An Insider With John Morrissett, Competitions Director
Local and traveling golfers love to research courses before playing them, whether it is to gain some local knowledge or to set an expectation before their upcoming round.
By Brian Weis
Local and traveling golfers love to research courses before playing them, whether it is to gain some local knowledge or to set an expectation before their upcoming round.
