
The Lost Marsh Course
The Lost Marsh Golf Club
About this course
The Lost Marsh Golf Club, carved from the industrial heartland of Northwest Indiana, stands as a testament to the region's surprising capacity for natural beauty. This modern links-style course, sculpted across reclaimed marshland, offers a challenging yet fair test for golfers of all skill levels. Designed by Dick Nugent and Ken Killian, The Lost Marsh demands strategic play off the tee. Wide fairways often lead to approaches that require navigating strategically placed bunkers and subtle undulations around the greens. Its proximity to Lake Michigan often introduces unpredictable winds. While The Lost Marsh hasn't hosted major championships, its commitment to providing an exceptional golfing experience has cultivated a loyal and passionate local following. Known for its challenging layout and the ever-present lake breezes, the course provides an experience distinct from the typical midwestern landscape. The 18th hole, a par 5 framed by the Chicago skyline in the distance, offers a memorable finish. The post round haunt in the clubhouse offers the regions best selection of local craft beers and the local membership often hosts live music and comedy nights which helps fosters an active golf community.
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.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in IN
Quick facts
- Location
- Hammond, IN, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 2004
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 6,803 yards
- Difficulty
- 73.6/132
- Course Vaults score
- 6.1
Getting there
The Lost Marsh Golf Club sits just minutes from Chicago's two major commercial hubs - O'Hare International (ORD) and Midway International (MDW) - making it one of the most accessible championship layouts in the Midwest, with the drive from either airport typically under an hour depending on traffic patterns. For those arriving by private aviation, Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) in the northwest suburbs offers a considerably more discreet alternative, positioning you closer to Hammond's industrial waterfront landscape. The final approach carries you through the authentic grit of northwest Indiana's lakeside terrain, where the urban sprawl gradually yields to the marshlands and restored wetlands that define the club's dramatic setting along the Little Calumet River. The Lost Marsh's bold, modern clubhouse emerges from this reclaimed landscape as a striking counterpoint to the region's working heritage - a destination that rewards the journey with championship golf rooted firmly in place.

FAQ
Common questions about The Lost Marsh
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
The Lost Marsh has a Course Vaults score of 6.1 out of 10 based on 91 logged golfers.
Yes. The Lost Marsh is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at The Lost Marsh is 72.
The Lost Marsh plays 6,803 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at The Lost Marsh is 132.
The Lost Marsh is a 18-hole course.



