Western Lakes Golf Club

Western Lakes Golf Club sits in Pewaukee, a lakeside community in Waukesha County roughly twenty miles west of Milwaukee. Designed by Larry Packard and opened in the mid-1970s, the course occupies rolling terrain characteristic of southeastern Wisconsin's glacial landscape. The property features mature tree-lined fairways and several holes that play along or near wetland areas, reflecting the region's natural hydrology. Packard, a prolific Midwestern architect during this era, typically emphasized playability for a range of skill levels while incorporating the existing landforms into his routing. The layout presents a mix of straightaway and dogleg holes with elevation changes that add dimension to club selection and approach strategy. Water hazards appear on multiple holes, and the bunkering follows conventions of the period—greenside protection and occasional fairway hazards positioned to challenge longer hitters. The greens vary in size and contour, requiring accurate iron play and thoughtful putting reads. Western Lakes operates as a semi-private facility, welcoming both members and daily-fee play. The club serves the western Milwaukee suburbs and draws golfers from the surrounding lake country, an area known for its concentration of courses and active golf community. The setting offers a wooded, relatively secluded feel despite its proximity to suburban development, and the course provides a straightforward test suited to regular play and local competition.