Private

Interlachen Course

Interlachen Country Club

Edina, MN, USA
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18 holesPar 706,981 yds74.2/135

About this course

Interlachen Country Club isn't merely a setting for Bobby Jones’s legendary 1930 U.S. Open victory; it’s a living testament to that golden era of golf. Carved into the rolling landscape of Edina, just outside Minneapolis, the course unfolds as a classic parkland design. Its strategic bunkering and mature trees encourage a calculated, thoughtful approach, rewarding those who can shape shots and manage the subtle undulations of the greens. A slight fade often proves beneficial navigating its tree-lined fairways. Designed by Willie Watson, with significant enhancements by Donald Ross, Interlachen retains the hallmarks of its early 20th-century origins while subtly evolving to challenge the modern game. Its fairways have witnessed not only Jones’s triumph but also the 1986 U.S. Women’s Open and the 2002 Solheim Cup, etching its name in the annals of championship golf. Interlachen holds a respected position within the upper echelon of Midwestern golf, a place where generations have honed their games and cherished the traditions of the sport. The membership, known for its understated elegance, often gathers at the club's halfway house for a quick bite, especially a renowned chicken salad sandwich, a culinary staple whispered about throughout the Minneapolis golfing community. This is a club with a soul, deeply connected to its past and committed to the future of the game.

Rankings

Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Private column compares member-only and guest-restricted courses.

302

Best in World

223

Best in USA

2

Best in MN

Quick facts

Location
Edina, MN, USA
Access
Private
Year built
1911
Holes
18
Par
70
Length
6,981 yards
Difficulty
74.2/135
Course Vaults score
8.7

Getting there

Most visitors arrive via Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), a major Delta hub just fifteen minutes south of Interlachen Country Club. The drive north traces the Minnesota River valley before merging onto tree-lined parkways that wind through Edina's gracious residential neighborhoods, where the urban grid softens into curving lanes and generous lots. Interlachen sits tucked among these wooded streets, its discreet entrance offering little fanfare - a fitting arrival for one of the Twin Cities' most storied and private sanctuaries, where the only announcement is the quiet rustle of mature oaks and the distant murmur of members at play.

FAQ

Common questions about Interlachen

Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.

Interlachen has a Course Vaults score of 8.7 out of 10 based on 64 logged golfers.

Interlachen was designed by Donald Ross and Robert Trent Jones Sr..

Interlachen is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.

Par at Interlachen is 70.

Interlachen plays 6,981 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Interlachen is 135.

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