The Legend at Bristlecone

The Legend at Bristlecone is a daily-fee facility in Hartland, Wisconsin, designed by Scott Miller and situated in the lake-dotted terrain of southeastern Wisconsin's Waukesha County. The course occupies rolling, wooded land characteristic of the region's glacial topography, with elevation changes and natural corridors that provide definition and variety throughout the routing. Miller, a Wisconsin-based architect, has worked extensively in the upper Midwest and typically emphasizes playability alongside strategic interest, incorporating the existing landscape features into his designs. The layout moves through a mix of open and tree-lined holes, with water features appearing on several holes and native grasses framing fairways and greenside areas. The property's natural contours allow for varied approach angles and green complexes that reward thoughtful course management. As a public-access course in the Milwaukee metropolitan area, The Legend serves a broad range of golfers and provides a full-length test from the back tees while offering forward options that make the course approachable for recreational players. The facility includes practice areas and clubhouse amenities typical of modern daily-fee operations in the region. Hartland's location west of Milwaukee places the course within a competitive market of public and semi-private options, and The Legend functions as a local option for both regular play and occasional outings. The course reflects Miller's regional design approach, working with Wisconsin's natural landscape to create a golf experience rooted in the area's terrain and climate.