Wisconsin

Erin Hills

Top 100 PublicU.S. Open HostMajor Championship VenueWalking Only

Courses: 3
From: $2k
Best for: Buddies
Courses: 3
From: $1,995/pp
Best for: Buddies Trips
Airport: Milwaukee Mitchell International (MKE)

Erin Hills is one of America’s premier public championship golf experiences, set across massive glacial terrain in southeastern Wisconsin. The walking-only course pairs fescue-covered hills, expansive fairways, on-site golf lodging, and major championship history, including the 2017 U.S. Open and 2025 U.S. Women’s Open.

Courses: 3 courses
Best months: Late May – October
Ideal length: 2–4 days
From airport: 45–55 min
Trips from: $1,995

Golf Courses at Erin Hills

Wisconsin · Course 1

Erin Hills Golf Course

Holes: 18
Par: 72
Yards: 5,081 – 7,715
Est.: 2006

Designed by golf architects Dr. Michael Hurdzan, Dana Fry and Ron Whitten, Erin Hills is defined by a minimalist, links-inspired philosophy that emphasizes the site’s natural glacial terrain. Wide fairways, expansive fescue rough, and subtle contouring encourage strategic angles rather than forced carries. Large, undulating greens are designed to accept shots from the ground or the air, rewarding creativity and thoughtful positioning. With no water hazards and limited artificial shaping, the course feels organic, rugged, and true to the land.

Top 100 Public
U.S. Open Host
Major Championship Venue

Wisconsin · Course 2

Kettle Loop

Holes: 5
Par: 15
Yards: 1,000 - 1,500
Est.: 2023

Designed as a collection of five holes carved from the original 18, the Kettle Loop is designed specifically for overnight guests who do not have quite enough time for 9 or 18 holes before sunset. The Kettle Loop can also be an option for golfers who just want more time on the course after round.

Luxury Resort Amenity
Short Course Experience
Architectural Design

Wisconsin · Course 3

The Drumlin

Holes: 18
Est.: 2019

The Drumlin Putting Course at Erin Hills is an 18-hole putting-only layout set across the same rolling glacial terrain as the main course. Featuring dramatic slopes, creative pin locations, and varying green speeds, it offers both fun competition and serious practice. Open to golfers and non-golfers alike, it’s a relaxed, social way to experience Erin Hills’ pure golf atmosphere.

Luxury Resort Amenity
Championship Putting Course
Night Golf

Trip Packages at Erin Hills

Starting points. Everything is built around your dates, group size, and the courses you want to play.

Erin Hills Stay & Play

From $1,995 per golfer

A golf-first Wisconsin getaway built around Erin Hills, with on-site Lodge or cottage accommodations, walking-only championship golf, caddie options, clubhouse dining, and optional add-on rounds at nearby Wisconsin courses.

All golf and lodging taxes and fees included. Excludes flights, airport transfers, and caddies. Rates subject to change.

Wisconsin Championship Golf Add-On

From $2,895 per golfer

Pair Erin Hills with nearby Wisconsin golf such as Washington County, Lawsonia, Whistling Straits, or other Milwaukee-area and central Wisconsin courses for a longer championship-style itinerary.

All golf and lodging taxes and fees included. Excludes flights, airport transfers, and caddies. Rates subject to change.

What to Expect at Erin Hills

Why visit

Erin Hills is a true golf-first destination. The course was built across naturally dramatic Kettle Moraine terrain, creating a big, open, windswept test with firm playing surfaces, rugged bunkering, and room to play different shots along the ground. It is walking-only and designed to feel like a major championship venue from the first tee through the final green. For groups, the appeal is simple: play one of the top public courses in the country, stay steps from the golf in the Lodge or four-bedroom cottages, settle into the Irish Pub and clubhouse after the round, and build a Wisconsin golf trip around one unforgettable anchor course.

Accommodations

Erin Hills offers a compact on-property lodging experience with Lodge rooms and suites plus five four-bedroom, four-bathroom cottages. Groups that need more space can also stay in nearby Hartford, Delafield, or Oconomowoc.

Resort amenities

Erin Hills is built around a pure championship golf experience: walking-only play, a strong caddie program, expansive practice facilities, clubhouse dining, on-property lodging, and a quiet golf-first atmosphere across rolling Wisconsin terrain.

Walking-only championship course
Professional caddie program
On-property Lodge and cottages
Clubhouse dining and Irish Pub
Expansive practice facilities

Where to stay

3 hand-picked stays.

Each property is selected for proximity to the next round, the kind of evening that fits a long golf trip, and the feel we want for the group.

3 properties

Hotel01 / 03

The Lodge at Erin Hills

Lodge Room / Suite

Irish country inn-style lodging on property with a small collection of rooms and suites, steps from the clubhouse, dining, and the first tee.

Best for couples, smaller groups, or golfers who want the most convenient on-property stay.

Included in package

Villa02 / 03

Erin Hills Cottages

Four-Bedroom Cottage

Five four-bedroom, four-bathroom cottages designed for golf groups, each offering private bedrooms, shared gathering space, and easy access to the golf facilities.

The strongest fit for buddies trips and group stays on property.

Included in package

Hotel03 / 03

Nearby Hartford / Delafield / Oconomowoc Hotels

Hotel Room / Suite

Regional hotel options within roughly 20 minutes of Erin Hills for overflow groups or trips pairing Erin Hills with other southeast Wisconsin courses.

Useful when on-property lodging is sold out or when building a broader Wisconsin itinerary.

Included in package

Plan Your Trip to Erin Hills

Getting there

Erin Hills is located in Erin, Wisconsin, about 45–55 minutes northwest of Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE). Chicago O’Hare (ORD) is a practical larger-airport option roughly 2 hours away depending on traffic.

Best time to visit: The best time to visit Erin Hills is late May through October, with peak Wisconsin golf conditions in summer and early fall. Spring and fall can bring cooler weather and stronger winds, which fit the walking, links-inspired feel of the course.
Who it's best for: Best for buddies trips, walking-golf purists, architecture fans, U.S. Open venue collectors, and groups building a high-end Wisconsin golf itinerary.
Address: 7169 County Road O, Erin, WI 53027
Season: Seasonal golf operations; lodging and dining availability vary by date
Course details: One 18-hole walking-only championship course designed by Michael Hurdzan, Dana Fry, and Ron Whitten, routed across large-scale glacial terrain with fescue, rugged bunkering, and firm playing surfaces.
Location: Erin, Wisconsin
Nearest airport: Milwaukee Mitchell International (MKE)
Trip style: Championship Walking Golf
Best for: Buddies Trips, Walking Golf Enthusiasts, Bucket-List Golf, U.S. Open Venue Collectors

Frequently Asked Questions about Erin Hills

How many golf courses are at Erin Hills?

Erin Hills is centered around one 18-hole championship course. The property also has extensive practice facilities and putting/short-game areas, but it is not a multi-course resort.

Is Erin Hills walking only?

Yes. Erin Hills is a traditional walking-only course, and caddies are strongly recommended for the best experience.

Has Erin Hills hosted major championships?

Yes. Erin Hills hosted the 2017 U.S. Open and the 2025 U.S. Women’s Open, along with other USGA championships including the 2011 U.S. Amateur and 2022 U.S. Mid-Amateur.

Who designed Erin Hills?

Erin Hills was designed by Michael Hurdzan, Dana Fry, and Ron Whitten, with later refinements made as the course evolved into a major championship venue.

Can you stay on property at Erin Hills?

Yes. Erin Hills offers on-property lodging in The Lodge and in five four-bedroom cottages designed for golf groups.

What is the best time to visit Erin Hills?

Late May through October is the strongest window, with summer and early fall usually offering the best mix of conditions, daylight, and trip reliability.

What airport should we use for Erin Hills?

Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) is the closest major airport, typically about 45–55 minutes from Erin Hills. Chicago O’Hare can also work for groups flying into Chicago.

What other courses pair well with Erin Hills?

Washington County Golf Course is a convenient nearby add-on. For longer Wisconsin trips, groups often pair Erin Hills with Lawsonia, Whistling Straits, Sand Valley, or other top public golf in the state.

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