Madden's on Gull Lake

The Social 9 at Madden's on Gull Lake is a nine-hole course designed by Jim Madden, part of the larger Madden's resort complex in the Brainerd Lakes region of central Minnesota. The resort has operated as a family destination since the 1930s and has expanded its golf offerings over the decades to include multiple courses across its property on Gull Lake, one of the area's largest and most popular recreational lakes. This nine-hole layout serves as a more casual option within the Madden's golf portfolio, designed to accommodate players seeking a shorter round or a relaxed social experience. The course fits into the rolling, wooded terrain typical of the Brainerd area, where glacial activity left behind varied topography and sandy soils conducive to golf. The region's pine and hardwood forests frame many holes, and the proximity to Gull Lake provides a northern Minnesota resort atmosphere. The Social 9 complements Madden's other courses by offering accessibility for families, beginners, and groups looking for a less time-intensive round. The resort's long history as a multi-generational vacation destination shapes the character of this course, which prioritizes playability and a welcoming environment over championship-level challenge. Madden's overall reputation in the Brainerd golf market rests on providing variety and value across its facilities, and The Social 9 contributes to that approach with straightforward holes suited to a wide range of skill levels.