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The Bull Course

The Bull at Pinehurst Farms

Sheboygan Falls, WI, USA
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18 holesPar 727,302 yds76.3/147

About this course

The Bull at Pinehurst Farms stakes its claim as Wisconsin's only Jack Nicklaus Signature Course, a distinction that brings with it both expectation and the weight of a legendary name. Carved into the rolling landscape of Sheboygan Falls, the course embodies a modern architectural ethos, rewarding power off the tee while demanding strategic acumen on approach. Its generous fairways belie the challenge, as subtle breaks and undulating greens keep even the most seasoned players guessing. Nicklaus' design seamlessly integrates the natural contours of the land. This isn't links golf nor a deeply wooded parkland layout, but a clever blend that exposes golfers to both the open sky and the occasional wooded lane, favoring those who can work the ball. Doglegs tempt aggressive lines, and strategically placed bunkers penalize the wayward shot, encouraging a thoughtful, rather than purely athletic, approach. While The Bull hasn’t hosted major championships, its reputation within the region is that of a stern but fair test. Players enjoy a course that meanders past fields of native grasses and ponds that come into play on several holes. The 18th, with its demanding approach to a well-guarded green, provides a fitting conclusion to a round that consistently asks the player to rise to the occasion. Beyond the course, The Bull is known within its community for its friendly but challenging atmosphere. The clubhouse grill is a local favorite, especially during summer where the local members and visitors unwind after a round.

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.

1206

Best in World

1040

Best in USA

27

Best in WI

Quick facts

Location
Sheboygan Falls, WI, USA
Access
Public
Year built
2003
Holes
18
Par
72
Length
7,302 yards
Difficulty
76.3/147
Course Vaults score
7.9

Getting there

The journey to The Bull at Pinehurst Farms begins at Milwaukee's General Mitchell International Airport, roughly an hour's drive north along Interstate 43 as it traces the western shore of Lake Michigan. The route gradually sheds urban sprawl for the rolling dairy country and glacial moraine that define Sheboygan County, where red barns and cornfields give way to the wooded ridges surrounding Sheboygan Falls. The final approach winds through quiet rural roads before revealing the property's dramatic topography - a fitting prelude to one of the Midwest's most boldly sculpted modern courses.

FAQ

Common questions about The Bull

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

The Bull has a Course Vaults score of 7.9 out of 10 based on 64 logged golfers.

The Bull was designed by Jack Nicklaus.

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

Par at The Bull is 72.

The Bull plays 7,302 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at The Bull is 147.

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