
Black Brook is an 18-hole course at Izatys Resort in Onamia, Minnesota, designed by John Harbottle III. The resort sits along the western shore of Mille Lacs Lake in central Minnesota, a region characterized by glacial topography, hardwood forests, and numerous small lakes and wetlands. The course takes its name from a local waterway and reflects the natural terrain of the area, with elevation changes, wooded corridors, and water features that come into play on several holes.
Harbottle, a Minnesota-based architect active in the latter decades of the twentieth century, designed courses throughout the Upper Midwest with an emphasis on working within existing landforms rather than imposing dramatic earthmoving. Black Brook follows this approach, routing holes through stands of mature trees and around wetland areas. The layout requires accuracy off the tee and thoughtful course management, as narrow landing zones and strategically placed hazards penalize errant shots.
Izatys Resort functions as a vacation destination, drawing visitors to the Mille Lacs region for golf, fishing, and lake recreation. The course serves both resort guests and local golfers, offering a traditional parkland experience in a quiet, wooded setting. The facility includes practice areas and a clubhouse with dining options typical of a resort property. Black Brook provides a straightforward test of golf without excessive length, suited to a range of skill levels while rewarding players who navigate its tree-lined fairways and water hazards with precision.
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Owners of the course have let this place fall into disarray.
FAQ
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Black Brook at Izatys Resort has a Course Vaults score of 5.7 out of 10 based on 3 explicit golfer ratings.
Black Brook was designed by John Harbottle III.
Yes. Black Brook at Izatys Resort is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Black Brook is 72.
Black Brook plays 6,867 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Black Brook is 140.