
Abbey Springs Course
Abbey Springs Golf Course



About this course
Abbey Springs Golf Course, cradled along the shores of Geneva Lake, is a testament to Midwestern charm, where generations have learned the game amidst the rolling Wisconsin countryside. The original layout, designed by William F. Mitchell, emerged in the 1940s, showcasing a parkland style that meanders through mature hardwoods and subtly undulating terrain. The course favors strategic play and a deft touch around the greens, with deceptively challenging par-3s that require precise distance control. Subsequent enhancements by Larry Packard introduced more modern design elements, adding length and complexity to several holes without sacrificing the course's inherent playability. Water comes into play on several holes, demanding careful club selection and course management. While Abbey Springs may not be a regular stop on professional tours, it remains a beloved fixture among local golfers, providing a competitive yet welcoming environment for players of all skill levels. The club embodies a relaxed, unpretentious atmosphere. Abbey Springs is known for its welcoming and close-knit membership with social events and gatherings that extend beyond the fairways. A unique tradition at Abbey Springs is the "Sunset Nine," where members gather for a casual round in the evening, often followed by lively conversation and camaraderie on the clubhouse patio, overlooking the lake.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in WI
Quick facts
- Location
- Fontana, WI, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1971
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Ken Killiaick Nugent
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 6,468 yards
- Difficulty
- 71.4/133
- Course Vaults score
- 7.4
Getting there
Abbey Springs Golf Course sits nestled in the rolling terrain of southeastern Wisconsin, most readily accessed via Chicago's O'Hare International (ORD) or the closer Milwaukee Mitchell International (MKE), both roughly ninety minutes to two hours north by car. The drive from either hub carries you through the gentle, wooded landscape of Walworth County, where suburban sprawl gradually yields to the quieter rhythms of small-town Wisconsin - a transition marked by tree-lined roads and the first glimpses of the kettle moraine topography that defines the region. For those arriving by private aviation, nearby Waukesha County Airport provides a discrete alternative closer to Fontana itself. The final miles unfold through pastoral countryside dotted with small lakes and stands of mature hardwood, delivering you to Abbey Springs' manicured grounds with the unhurried grace befitting a course built into the natural contours of Wisconsin's glacial landscape.

FAQ
Common questions about Abbey Springs
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Abbey Springs has a Course Vaults score of 7.4 out of 10 based on 26 logged golfers.
Abbey Springs was designed by Ken Killiaick Nugent.
Yes. Abbey Springs is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Abbey Springs is 72.
Abbey Springs plays 6,468 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Abbey Springs is 133.




