Golf Course Review
Sheboygan, WI
18 holesPar 72premium / private
community rating
Whistling Straits (Irish) in Sheboygan, Wisconsin is an 18-hole, par 72 layout designed by Pete Dye along Lake Michigan. This course captures dramatic lakeside golf with the same architectural boldness as its more well-known counterpart at the same property, offering compelling challenges amid scenic water views.
The premium pricing reflects the caliber of the experience and setting. On First Loop, Whistling Straits (Irish) ranks #5 in Wisconsin and #100 nationally, making it a notable destination for golfers seeking demanding, picturesque play on the shores of Lake Michigan.
Pete Dye's Irish course at Whistling Straits. Less famous than the Straits but equally dramatic on Lake Michigan.
Whistling Straits is rated 8.3/10 by real golfers on First Loop. Ratings are based on head-to-head Elo comparisons — no editorial bias.
Whistling Straits is a golf course located in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. It is a 18-hole, par 72 course.
Whistling Straits earns a strong 8.3/10 from the First Loop community, placing it among the top courses in Wisconsin.
Whistling Straits is categorized as premium / private ($$) based on First Loop community data.
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