Public

Palmer Course

Geneva National Resort

Lake Geneva, WI, USA
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18 holesPar 727,177 yds74.7/140

About this course

Palmer at Geneva National isn't merely a golf course; it’s a canvas where Arnold Palmer's bold vision clashes delightfully with the rolling Wisconsin landscape outside Lake Geneva. The course, a product of the early 1990s, unfurls across terrain marked by dramatic elevation changes and strategically placed water hazards. Expect bold carries, risk reward opportunities, and a layout that favors players who can both bomb it and think their way around. It is a course defined more by bravado and big swings than subtle strategy. While Palmer's design signature is evident, the course hasn't been substantially altered by other architects in recent years, maintaining the integrity of his original intent. The layout has not hosted any major professional championships, it remains a popular destination for amateur events and resort play, known for its playability and scenic beauty. Beyond the course, Geneva National fosters a relaxed, accessible atmosphere. Unlike some exclusive clubs, Palmer at Geneva National is known for its welcoming environment and absence of stuffiness. This extends to the food, with the resort known for its hearty Midwestern fare rather than pretentious fine dining. It is a place where the focus is on enjoying the game and the company, rather than adhering to strict traditions or formal attire.

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.

1536

Best in World

1356

Best in USA

32

Best in WI

Quick facts

Location
Lake Geneva, WI, USA
Access
Public
Year built
1992
Holes
18
Par
72
Length
7,177 yards
Difficulty
74.7/140
Course Vaults score
7.8

Getting there

The journey to Geneva National Resort begins at either Chicago O'Hare International (ORD) or Milwaukee's General Mitchell International (MKE), each roughly an hour and a half by car through the gently rolling farmland and lake country of southeastern Wisconsin. Private arrivals often favor Lake Geneva's own Aire Airport, a discreet gateway just minutes from the resort gates. The final stretch trades interstate for winding two-lane roads that skirt crystalline kettle lakes and century-old dairy barns, before delivering guests to the resort's wooded entrance - a transition from Midwestern highway to the secluded, forested shoreline that has drawn Chicago's elite northward for generations.

FAQ

Common questions about Palmer at Geneva National Resort

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

Palmer at Geneva National Resort has a Course Vaults score of 7.8 out of 10 based on 69 logged golfers.

Palmer was designed by Arnold Palmer.

Yes. Palmer at Geneva National Resort is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.

Par at Palmer is 72.

Palmer plays 7,177 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Palmer is 140.

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