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Madden's on Gull Lake

Contact
11266 Pine Beach Peninsula
Brainard, Minnesota 56401
TEL 218-829-2811
TEL 800-642-5363

Resort Overview

Located on over 1,000 acres spanning a mile of Gull Lake shoreline, Madden's is the largest Minnesota resort. Here you'll find a unique blend of quaintly picturesque or luxuriously contemporary accommodations, unrivaled recreation, excellent dining and top entertainment. When looking for a vacation destination, Madden's is where your kids can learn to fish or waterski and you can find some quiet time at the beach, or a fun filled day on the water.

Golf Overview

If golf is your game, it's world class at Madden's. The Classic was ranked no. 3 in North America for Best New Upscale Public Course by Golf Digest®. With 4 courses to chose from, there is golf for any level player.

Golf Courses

The Classic Course at Madden's on Gull Lake 

Architect:  Scott Hoffmann
Description:
The Classic received rave reviews in the first season of play (including being ranked "No. 3 in the U.S. and Canada for Best New Upscale Public Courses for 1997' by Golf Digest Magazine). The Classic was also selected as "Favorite Place to Golf" by MN Monthly and from Golf Shop Operations, "Top 50 Service Ace Awards". Its beauty and playability has been compared not only to the top golf courses in Minnesota, but to some of the greatest courses in North America.

The Classic's five sets of tees give the golfer the option of playing the golf course from 4883 yards all the way back to 7109 yards from the Tour tees. Having the option to play from a variety of yardages makes the golf not only very playable, but a great test of your golf skills. Over 50 sand traps with "Ohio's Best" sand and water hazards on 15 of 18 holes make negotiating The Classic both challenging and breathtakingly beautiful.

Rating/Slope

TeesYardageRatingSlopePar
Men'sLadies'Men'sLadies'
Tour710975.3N/A139N/A72
Black670973.3N/A137N/A72
Blue631071.6N/A131N/A72
White584074.5N/A134N/A72
Red488369.1N/A122N/A72

Pine Beach East Course at Madden's on Gull Lake

Architect:  James Dalgleish
Description:
One of the areas most popular and time-honored golf courses. In addition to our "infamous" par 6 come experience the numerous recent enhancements including over two dozen sand bunkers, ponds and even a waterfall fronting the ninth green. Exceptional conditioning with 1920's charm that only a golf course of that era can provide.

Rating/Slope

TeesYardageRatingSlopePar
Men'sLadies'Men'sLadies'
Whites595667.9N/A111N/A72
Reds535370.9N/A116N/A72

Pine Beach West Course at Madden's on Gull Lake

Architect:  Paul N. Coates
Description:
While shorter in yardage, Pine Beach West is long in character, earning the reputation as a stern test that will bring out every club in your bag. Loved by everyone who's played it for its true greens, parkland surroundings, and 3-hour rounds. Perfect for a warm-up to The Classic or to finish off your day.

Rating/Slope

TeesYardageRatingSlopePar
Men'sLadies'Men'sLadies'
Men's507064.0N/A103N/A67
Ladies'447866.7N/A107N/A67

The Social 9 Course at Madden's on Gull Lake

Architect:  Jim Madden
Description:
Playing to a par of 28, the Social 9 at Madden's features eight par 3's and one par 4. It is an ideal place to play a quick nine or to play nine more holes after playing one of our other great courses. The Social 9 is a great place for juniors and beginners or to hone your short game skills. Sitting next to Pine Beach East, the Social 9 offers spectacular views of Gull Lake.
9 hole   par 28   1341 yards

Dining

Madden's three full service fine dining restaurants and four casual eating areas reveal the resort's versatility and variety. We excel in 'tickling your taste buds' with superb cuisine created by our accomplished and talented chefs. Our own in-house bakery provides our dining rooms with the fresh pastries, desserts, and breads.

When casual is the order of the day, choose from the Lobby Café serving breakfasts and lunches, the 19th Hole Lounge for a mid-afternoon snack or cocktails, ParFecto Pizza for those late night hunger pangs, and The Classic Grill featuring lunch and early evening dining. Open for a limited period (July 5 to Mid-August) is our poolside Patio Bar at Madden Inn where you can sip a tall cool one, alfresco. Be sure to visit the Restaurant at Madden Inn featuring an extensive menu ranging from fresh seafood, juicy steaks and vegetarian entrees to all-you-can-eat chicken & ribs.

Meetings

At Madden's, our Conference Coordinators will plan and execute all meeting, recreational and dining needs from start to finish. This one-stop coordination covers every meeting detail from room set-up and breakout session scheduling to catering arrangements.

Activities

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Spa
  • Swimming
  • Fishing
  • Basketball
  • Badminton
  • Croquet
  • Golf Practice Range
  • Golf School
  • Shooting