Lake Geneva - One of the Top Golfing Locations in the Midwest

LAKE GENEVA, WI, USA, July 23, 2014 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A short drive from Chicago and Milwaukee, golfers are maximizing their playing time in Lake Geneva, one of the top golfing locations in the Midwest. Known for its beautiful courses that combine inspirational landscapes with challenging play, golfers hit a hole in one in the Lake Geneva area by taking advantage of a wide variety of golfing packages offered during the summer, fall and spring.

Championship courses in the Lake Geneva area were designed by some of the most prominent names in the game, including Palmer, Nicklaus, Player, Trevino, Dye and Cupp. And Golf Digest, Golf Magazine and Conde Nast Traveler each have named several of the area’s courses among the best in the region and the country.

“Lake Geneva is an ideal golf getaway destination for family, friends and business,” said Darien Schaefer, President, Lake Geneva Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. “When the Wisconsin State Golf Association launched its first Golf & Travel Escapes magazine in the spring of this year, it chose Lake Geneva as the Wisconsin golf destination to showcase. Given the great golfing available in the state, it demonstrates the confidence the Association has in the memorable golf experience visitors will have in the Lake Geneva area.”

Here’s a sampling of the Lake Geneva area’s spectacular courses:
Abbey Springs Golf Course
Rated 4-1/2 stars by Golf Digest, Abbey Springs Golf Course is set among the rolling slopes of Geneva Lake’s south shore. Rich in natural wooded beauty, it rises to spectacular views of Geneva Lake and its surrounding hillsides.

The Highlands and The Brute at Grand Geneva Resort & Spa
Golfers can choose from two tournament-quality 18-hole courses at the Grand Geneva Resort & Spa. The Highlands offers a cultural experience, similar to the scenic hills of Northern Scotland. This par-71 course takes full advantage of the plush, natural landscape of the Wisconsin countryside. The Brute, at over 7,300 yards, is one of the most challenging layouts in the Midwest. This par-72 course has huge rolling greens and 68 bunkers.

Lake Lawn Resort’s Championship Course
Located among 275 tree-lined acres, Lake Lawn Resort’s championship golf course in Delavan is a historic masterpiece, first opened in 1921 and then spectacularly re-engineered in 1990 by renowned architect Dick Nugent, known for his work at Kemper Lakes. This course is best known for its stately oaks, deep sand bunkers and subtle undulations.

Evergreen Golf Club
Recently voted Best Public Course in the county and rated 4 stars by Golf Digest, Evergreen Golf Course is recognized as an outstanding value. The 27-hole course features rolling greens, sweeping fairways and abundant water hazards. Evergreen Golf Club is also a favorite for its spring and fall 27 hole scramble events.

Como Crossings and Barn Hallow at Hawk’s View Golf Club
Serious golfers choose championship caliber Como Crossings for its spectacular views and a 7,074-yard, par-72 challenging layout. Como Creek winds throughout the course, complementing the scenic woodlands and rolling topography. Beginners, families and kids enjoy a walkable par-3 experience on the Barn Hallow course.

To start planning your next Lake Geneva golf getaway, check in with the Lake Geneva Visitor Center at (800) 345-1020 or www.lakegenevawi.com. They have all the information you need to stay, play, dine and take advantage of seasonal highlights.

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About Lake Geneva
Nestled on the northeastern shores of Geneva Lake in southeast Wisconsin, Lake Geneva has been a resort community since just after the Civil War when wealthy Chicago families discovered the site and began building summer homes there. Today, the elegant, often historic estates still ring the lake and can be viewed from the water or by foot via the 21-mile walking path that circles the lake.

Lake Geneva boasts a wealth of dining options and lodging choices with the latter ranging from luxury spa resorts to rustic inns to lovely B&B’s. The area also offers pristine nature areas and a wealth of attractions. For information on Lake Geneva, honored as one of the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s 2009 Dozen Distinctive Destinations, visit www.lakegenevawi.com or call (800) 345-1020.

Julie Baron
Lake Geneva Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
847-525-3043
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