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The Bog Course

The Bog

Saukville, WI, USA
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18 holesPar 727,221 yds74.9/142

About this course

The Bog, carved from the kettle moraine topography of Saukville, Wisconsin, is a sprawling testament to Arnold Palmer’s vision for accessible championship golf. Built in the early 1990s, the course reflects a modern aesthetic – expansive greens, generous fairways – while embracing the natural contours of the land. It doesn't demand laser-like accuracy, but the wandering golfer will soon find trouble – often in the form of tall fescue, deep bunkers, and a host of strategically placed water hazards. This is a course where you can find yourself 30 yards offline and still in the fairway if you know what you are doing. Palmer's design showcases the Wisconsin landscape, a rolling canvas dotted with wetlands and mature hardwoods. While not steeped in major championship history, The Bog has served as a proving ground for regional talent and a favorite for amateur tournaments. Its challenge lies not in overt trickery but in the subtle undulations and wind that whips across the open spaces, turning seemingly benign shots into tests of skill. The Bog enjoys a solid reputation within the region, known for its playability and value. The club fosters a friendly, unpretentious atmosphere; a reflection of the area's Midwestern charm. And those that know the area well can attest to the fact that this may be one of the finest and most picturesque golf outings one can expect to experience, particularly in the late evenings in the Summer where the sunsets create a surreal environment.

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.

1577

Best in World

1393

Best in USA

33

Best in WI

Quick facts

Location
Saukville, WI, USA
Access
Public
Year built
1995
Holes
18
Par
72
Length
7,221 yards
Difficulty
74.9/142
Course Vaults score
7.7

Getting there

The journey to The Bog begins at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, a straightforward forty-minute drive north along Interstate 43 into the rolling farmland and wooded corridors of Ozaukee County. The route traces the western shore of Lake Michigan, though the water remains just out of sight beyond the bluffs, before peeling inland toward Saukville - a quiet enclave where suburban Milwaukee yields to open country. As the highway gives way to county roads lined with weathered barns and native hardwoods, the landscape hints at the wetland-laced terrain that defines this corner of southeastern Wisconsin, setting the stage for arrival at one of the region's most distinctive modern layouts.

FAQ

Common questions about The Bog

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

The Bog has a Course Vaults score of 7.7 out of 10 based on 32 logged golfers.

The Bog was designed by Arnold Palmer.

Yes. The Bog is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.

Par at The Bog is 72.

The Bog plays 7,221 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at The Bog is 142.

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