5) The Classic @ Madden's

• The Classic is what you would expect from a top-flight course in the Brainerd areas. Tree lined, undulation with some really cool holes that bring the lakes into play. But the reason to make the trip here is for the service. From the moment you arrive on property you will feel like a member of a top tier country club.
• www.maddens.com

4) Dacotah Ridge

• Dacotah Ridge is a "Casino Course" about 2 hours from the Twin Cities in Southwestern Minnesota. This facility is perfect for a long weekend with your friends or spouse especially because of what a value it is. The course is set naturally on prairie land with creeks running through and groves of trees that fit in perfectly.
• www.dacotahridge.com

3) Deacon's Lodge

• This Palmer design in the Brainerd area starts off with a stunning first hole and continues with amazing shot values throughout the course. Recently purchased by Breezy Point Resort, they have added houses you can stay where  your backyard is a tee box for the driving range!
• www.breezypointresort.com

2) The Wilderness at Fortune Bay

• The Wilderness is another "Casino Course" but is located up on the Iron Range, 30 minutes north of the Biwabik courses. Located on Lake Vermillion, you can create a vacation that centers around golf and fishing. You will be planning your next trip to this strikingly beautiful course before you finish your 18.
• www.golfthewilderness.com

1) The Quarry

• Putting The Quarry in the top spot was an easy decision as it's the best public course anywhere in the state. Giants Ridge carved out plenty of room to make this tree lined course extremely playable. It isthe best course in the state because every hole brings something new and "cool" to the table alongside extraordinary bunkering and green complexes.
• www.giantsridge.com