
Lake/Canyon Course
Trappers Turn Country Club




About this course
Trappers Turn, a 27-hole facility carved into the Wisconsin Dells landscape, leverages the area's glacial topography to deliver a dramatic golfing experience across its three nines: Lake, Canyon, and Arbor. The terrain, a blend of rolling meadows and wooded bluffs, dictates a strategic approach, with forced carries and undulating greens providing constant challenges. Players often remark on the demanding nature of the "Canyon" nine, known for its elevation changes and risk-reward tee shots, while the "Lake" nine subtly tests the player with water hazards looming along the peripheries of generous fairways. Designed by two-time U.S. Open champion Andy North and course architect Roger Packard in the late 1990s, the course exhibits a modern architectural style, emphasizing playability for a range of skill levels. The layout favors those who can shape the ball, as doglegs and strategically placed bunkers reward thoughtful course management. Though Trappers Turn hasn't hosted any major professional championships, it is a popular regional tournament site and frequently hosts state amateur events, solidifying its place in Wisconsin golf. Beyond the course, Trappers Turn fosters a welcoming atmosphere within its membership and amongst the transient golfer population of the Wisconsin Dells area. While the club maintains a relatively low profile on the national stage, it is renowned locally for its commitment to providing accessible championship-caliber golf to its patrons. A popular post-round tradition is the "Wisconsin Brat," a club staple, proving that the simple pleasures are often the most memorable.
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
- Wisconsin Dells, WI, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1991
- Holes
- 18
- Designer(s)
- Andy North, Roger Packard
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 6,972 yards
- Difficulty
- 73.4/136
- Course Vaults score
- 7.3
Getting there
Most visitors to Trappers Turn Country Club arrive via Dane County Regional Airport in Madison, roughly an hour south, though Chicago's O'Hare and Milwaukee's Mitchell International serve as larger gateways for those traveling from farther afield. The northward drive from Madison traces the contours of central Wisconsin's glacial terrain, gradually yielding to the dramatic sandstone bluffs and pine-studded ridges that define the Dells region. As Highway 12 narrows and the roadside shifts from farmland to forested outcrops, the final turn onto the club's grounds feels like a passage into Wisconsin's quieter, wilder interior - a secluded enclave carved into the very landscape that has drawn travelers to the Dells for generations.

FAQ
Common questions about Lake/Canyon at Trappers Turn Country Club
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Lake/Canyon at Trappers Turn Country Club has a Course Vaults score of 7.3 out of 10 based on 17 logged golfers.
Lake/Canyon was designed by Andy North and Roger Packard.
Yes. Lake/Canyon at Trappers Turn Country Club is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Lake/Canyon is 72.
Lake/Canyon plays 6,972 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Lake/Canyon is 136.




