
Woodhill Course
Woodhill Country Club


About this course
Woodhill Country Club is hallowed ground in Minnesota golf, steeped in a tradition of competition and camaraderie that has quietly shaped the state's golfing landscape for generations. The course, resting in the rolling terrain of Wayzata, offers a classic parkland experience marked by mature trees and strategically placed water hazards. Its layout, while not exceptionally long, favors a thoughtful approach where precision on approach shots is rewarded above sheer power. Originally designed by Tom Bendelow, Woodhill has seen refinements over the years, most notably by Donald Ross in the early 20th century, and latterly by golf architect Richard Mandell to revive and enhance its classic character. The greens, consistently quick and challenging, are a defining feature of the course, demanding a deft touch and a keen understanding of subtle breaks. While Woodhill hasn't hosted major professional championships, its legacy is intertwined with the Minnesota golf community. It is known for a membership that values the traditions of the game β where members can often be found engaged in spirited, but friendly competition, discussing the intricacies of the latest architectural tweaks while indulging in Woodhill's famed walleye sandwich, a culinary staple of the club.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Private column compares member-only and guest-restricted courses.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in MN
Quick facts
- Location
- Wayzata, MN, USA
- Access
- Private
- Year built
- 1917
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Donald Ross
- Par
- 71
- Length
- 6,575 yards
- Difficulty
- 71.8/129
- Course Vaults score
- 8.0
Getting there
Woodhill Country Club sits in the affluent suburbs west of Minneapolis, most easily reached via Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP), roughly thirty minutes southeast by car through the rolling terrain of the Twin Cities' western corridor. Private aviation clients will find Crystal Airport (MIC) and Flying Cloud Airport (FCM) conveniently positioned nearby, each offering discreet alternatives for those arriving by charter. The drive from MSP traces a gentle arc through manicured neighborhoods and past the shimmering waters of the Chain of Lakes before arriving at Woodhill's gates in Wayzata, where the club's understated elegance and championship layout emerge from the wooded landscape that has defined this enclave for over a century.

FAQ
Common questions about Woodhill
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Woodhill has a Course Vaults score of 8.0 out of 10 based on 24 logged golfers.
Woodhill was designed by Donald Ross.
Woodhill is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Woodhill is 71.
Woodhill plays 6,575 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Woodhill is 129.




