
North Shore Course
North Shore Golf Club


About this course
North Shore Golf Club, a bastion of Menasha golf since 1922, unfolds along the shores of Lake Winnebago, its early design a testament to the understated artistry of its time. The parkland layout, characterized by mature trees and subtly rolling terrain, favors a strategic approach rather than raw power. While demanding accuracy, its charm lies in its playability for golfers of all skill levels, a characteristic that has endeared it to generations of Fox River Valley golfers. Though not a stage for major championships, North Shore is fiercely proud of its integral place in the local golfing community. The course offers a classic, walkable experience, reminiscent of a bygone era, where the game's social fabric was as important as the score. Its straightforward routing reveals a course that avoids tricks and gimmicks, instead rewarding thoughtful shot-making. The club, more than just a golf venue, is known for its annual Men's Member-Guest. A fixture on the local calendar, and well regarded for the quality of its steaks, not its frills. North Shore represents a quintessential Wisconsin golf experience: unpretentious, welcoming, and deeply rooted in the region's sporting heritage.
Quick facts
- Location
- Menasha, WI, USA
- Access
- Private
- Year built
- 1930
- Designer(s)
- Leonard Macomber, Bruce Hepner
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 70
- Length
- 6,477 yards
- Difficulty
- 71/132
Getting there
The journey to North Shore Golf Club begins at Appleton International Airport, a compact and efficient gateway just fifteen minutes north of Menasha in the heart of Wisconsin's Fox Cities. From the terminal, the drive south traces the western edge of Lake Winnebago, the state's largest inland lake, as suburban Appleton gives way to the quieter, tree-lined streets of Menasha. The club sits tucked along the lake's northern shore, where the final turn reveals a low-key entrance that belies the classic parkland layout waiting beyond - a fitting arrival for one of the Fox Valley's most enduring golf traditions.

FAQ
Common questions about North Shore
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
North Shore was designed by Leonard Macomber and Bruce Hepner.
North Shore is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at North Shore is 70.
North Shore plays 6,477 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at North Shore is 132.
North Shore is a 18-hole course.



