Golf at Red Wing dates back to around 1912. It’s not known who originally laid out the course, but Don Herfort revised it in the 1970s before Joel Goldstrand renovated and expanded the course to its present configuration in 1989. The route at times harks back to its nostalgic beginnings alongside the Mississippi River.
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Golf at Red Wing dates back to around 1912. It’s not known who originally laid out the course, but Don Herfort revised it in the 1970s before Joel Goldstrand renovated and expanded the course to its present configuration in 1989. The route at times harks back to its nostalgic beginnings alongside the Mississippi River.
Red Wing
Red Wing Golf Course is a golf course for public use which has been influenced by many of Minnesota's most famous names in golf course design. The original architect isn't known as such, and Don Herfort is the first architect who was credited with the property after his '70s renovation. Joel Goldstrand followed after Herfort to extend the facility, however it is still a very accessible length, with just 6,200 yards.
Golfers who do not typically play from scratch can find a challenge on this short, quirky snoozer of an course. Golfers with low handicaps will face no challenge on their scorecard beyond the fairways that are lined with trees however they are able to enjoy the beautiful surroundings throughout their rounds. The course is situated in the hills that surround Red Wing, which itself is situated on the banks of the Mississippi River, allowing views throughout the course of the longest river in North America.
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