via GoogleThe Classic at Madden's on Gull Lake
Scott Hoffmann (1997)
Holes
18
Par
72
Yards
7,102
Peak Fee
$175
About The Classic at Madden's on Gull Lake
Scott Hoffmann designed The Classic at Madden's on Gull Lake in 1997, a championship course on the sprawling family resort property in Brainerd, Minnesota. The course opened to immediate recognition, winning Golf Digest's Best New Public Upscale Golf Course in North America at its debut. Current rankings include #80 on Golf Digest's 2025-26 America's 100 Greatest Public Courses, #62 on the Top 100 Public list, #91 on Golfweek's Best Resort Courses, and 10th in Minnesota on Golf Digest's Best in State. Golf Digest has awarded the course 5 Stars in Best Places to Play for 15 consecutive years, one of only a few courses with that longevity of top-tier recognition.
How much does it cost to play The Classic at Madden's on Gull Lake?
The Classic at Madden's on Gull Lake's peak-season green fee is around $175 per round. Off-peak rates vary by season. Call the pro shop for current shoulder pricing. Cart, range balls, and caddie fees are typically separate. Estimate the full Brainerd Lakes trip cost
What is The Classic at Madden's on Gull Lake known for?
The Classic at Madden's on Gull Lake has earned Golf Digest America's 100 Greatest Public Courses. It's one of 3 nationally ranked courses at Brainerd Lakes in Scramble's catalog.
- 🏆Golf Digest America's 100 Greatest Public Courses, Golf Digest
Who designed The Classic at Madden's on Gull Lake?
The Classic at Madden's on Gull Lake was designed by Scott Hoffmann, opening in 1997. The par-72 layout plays 7,102 yards from the back tees. The Classic at Madden's on Gull Lake is part of Brainerd Lakes in Scramble's catalog of independently researched courses.
Where is The Classic at Madden's on Gull Lake?
The Classic at Madden's on Gull Lake is located at 11672 Co Hwy 18, Brainerd, MN 56401, USA.
11672 Co Hwy 18, Brainerd, MN 56401, USA
Also at Brainerd Lakes
Course data sourced from GolfCourseAPI, Google Places, and curated catalog research. Last updated when the underlying course record changed.
Published June 2026. Updated when the data or Scramble’s recommendations change.