Ruttger's Bay Lake Lodge

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When Joe and Josie Ruttger founded Ruttger's Bay Lake Lodge in 1898, home cooking and good fishing were the primary draws. Guests paid $5 a week for bed, board, and boat. Family members cleaned fish, repaired roofs, and farmed the surrounding 40 acres. A Century has now passed, and much has changed. Yet the Ruttger tradition of hospitality, recreation, and family ownership remains unchanged.

Since 1921, when it was first introduced, golf has been an important part of Ruttger's Bay Lake Lodge. The Lakes, our 18-hole Championship course, was designed by Joel Goldstrand. With two natural lakes, water is a factor on ten holes. Carved from 100 acres of rugged north-woods terrain, each hole will offer you a challenge as well as the beauty of northern Minnesota. You will also enjoy our Alec's Nine course.

The Lakes Course at Ruttger's Bay Lake Lodge 

Architects:  Gerry Pirkl &
Donald Brauer

Rating/Slope

Tees	Yardage	Rating		Slope		Par
		Men's	Ladies'	Men's	Ladies'
Championship	6626	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	72
Blue	6414	72.2	N/A	131	N/A	72
White	6149	70.6	N/A	128	N/A	72
Red	5052	69.7	N/A	124	N/A	72

Alec's Nine Golf Course

Architect:  James Dalgleish
Description:

Rating/Slope

Tees	Yardage	Rating		Slope		Par
		Men's	Ladies'	Men's	Ladies'
White	2285	30.3	N/A	95	N/A	34
Red	2177	30.2	N/A	95	N/A	34

Ruttger's Bay Lake Lodge is known for it's food! Mealtime is always the highlight of a Ruttger stay - we have received rave reviews for nearly a century. Delicious buffets, lakeside barbecues, and menus that include a variety of fine entrees are all served with our proud tradition in mind. Our chefs use only the freshest ingredients available. Special dietary requirements will be handled capably by our kitchen staff.

Zig's for Casual Dining & Drinks is the latest addition to Ruttger's Bay Lake Lodge, but already has a long and rich history. Zig's is named after Haas "Zig" Ziegler, who was responsible for the development of the nine-hole golf course at Ruttger's in 1921. Zig convinced Alec Ruttger that a golf course would be a great attraction to offer his guests when the fishing on Bay Lake was slow.

Zig's features a variety of appetizers, soups, salads, pastas, steaks, and desserts as well as beautiful views of the golf course and Bass Lake. Guests can enjoy the fine food and scenery from the balcony which surrounds the restaurant.

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If you are looking for a place to hold your meetings in a relaxed north-woods atmosphere, or you want to treat your business associates to an unforgettable retreat from the daily routine of business as usual, Ruttger's Bay Lake Lodge is your place. We specialize in customer- and staff-incentive outings that pamper your guests and show them the appreciation they deserve.

Whether it be golf, fishing, pontoon cruises, nature walks, or conferences; Ruttger's offers all of the latest technology and expertise that allows you to relax and have successful meetings in a classic rustic setting.