Kenosha, Wisconsin
Strawberry Creek delivers a muscular, modern challenge with smart risk/reward and strong tournament pedigree. Expect long par 4s, well-defended targets, and a spirited, member-focused vibe from the first tee to the last green.
Watch for the bloom of native prairie grasses along the fairways during midsummer—they transform the course’s look and playability.
Strawberry Creek’s modern championship routing combines rolling Midwestern land with a blend of shot values, strategic bunkering, and bold green complexes. Rick Jacobson’s design leans on native prairie visuals and firm, broad corridors to favor strategic choices off the tee and into the greens. The fairways, dotted with native grasses and well-positioned hazards, reward both disciplined placement and confident aggression, while its strong set of par 3s and risk-reward par 4s demand commitment and flexibility throughout the round.
Jacobson’s routing creates memorable variety without sacrificing the sense of a cohesive, modern test.
This three-shot par 5 curves gently between native grasses and sprawling bunkers, demanding both precision and restraint. The player faces multiple decisions: attack in two or play for a perfect layup and wedge. The approach zones are well-defended, putting a premium on a disciplined route to the green.
Play to a specific number on your second shot—don't get greedy into a risky wind or pin.
A poor layup or pulled second will find thick grasses or deep fairway bunkers, turning birdie looks into scrambling saves.
Consistently lush fairways, fast greens, and well-maintained bunkers—private club standards with annual tournament pedigree.
Paced for member enjoyment; expect steady rounds, especially outside club events.
Upscale but welcoming Midwestern private club—modern amenities and a focus on championship golf.
Many holes stretch well beyond average—practice your driver and long irons before arrival.
Open terrain means shifting winds can completely change club selection on par 3s and 4s alike.
Layups and approaches demand a reliable wedge—work on distance control for tight pins over deep bunkers.
Course opens, original design by Rick Jacobson.
Host of U.S. Senior Open qualifier.
Host of U.S. Open qualifier.
Host of U.S. Amateur qualifier.
Hosts Wisconsin State Amateur.
Begins full bunker renovation using Better Billy Bunker system.
From its championship-length tees and ample landing zones to its tournament-quality greens, Strawberry Creek has tested top amateurs in Wisconsin since day one. The host of the 2012 Wisconsin State Amateur, it rewards shotmakers who relish tough setups.
Native grasses line fairways, lending a distinctly Midwestern backdrop and adding visual bite to every miss. The routing uses natural rolling terrain to maximum advantage, offering both panoramic views and strategic incentives.
Rick Jacobson’s design infuses each hole with risk/reward choices, from the drivable sixth to the beefy run of par 3s and 5s. His touch is evident in the mix of heroic carries and wide approach corridors.
In 2025, Strawberry Creek is set to overhaul every bunker with the Better Billy Bunker system, promising firmer, more consistent hazards and enhanced day-to-day playability.
All bunkers are undergoing a full Better Billy Bunker renovation in 2025.
Course uses native prairie grasses as a strategic hazard and for natural beauty.
Host of multiple USGA and state championship qualifiers, despite being a relatively young club.
Tee sheet features six sets, stretching from 5,098 to 7,113 yards—playable for all abilities.
The course’s original 2006 debut marked one of the largest private club launches in Wisconsin in recent decades.
Affordable, enjoyable layout just minutes from Strawberry Creek.
Accessible, well-reviewed public course for an easy add-on round.
A true major championship test—only a drive north for a bucket-list experience.
World-renowned links-style destination worth the day trip if you're chasing greatness.
Kohler’s acclaimed 36-hole set—the perfect centerpiece for a regional itinerary.
Kenosha or Pleasant Prairie for shortest access; Milwaukee for resort-driven trips.
Courses with the most similar DNA profile — matched by deviation shape across all eight playing characteristics.
Why it matches: What links these two? A comparable balance of challenge, variety, and character — a familiar feeling, expressed in The Country Club of St. Albans (Lewis and Clark Course)'s own setting.
Why it matches: If The Club at Strawberry Creek is your kind of course, Wine Valley Golf Club is worth a look because it a comparable balance of challenge, variety, and character.
Why it matches: If The Club at Strawberry Creek is your kind of course, Tequesta Country Club is worth a look because it a comparable balance of challenge, variety, and character.
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