PARADISE OF THE NORTHWEST
WACONIA
COMMUNITY GUIDE | 2023
Golf courses offer plenty of enjoyment
If you ’ re looking to hit the links , a top-notch golf experience can be found only a moment away from downtown Waconia at Island View Golf Club , located at 7795 Laketown Parkway off of CSAH 30 .
Touted as “ Golf ’ s Best Kept Secret ,” this beautiful , challenging 18-hole semi-private golf course is located just off the shores of Lake Waconia . The club has 375 members and is open to the public for golf ( full and associate memberships are available ) and dining . Its fairways are lined with mature trees and its rolling hills and manicured greens offer championship golf with some of the most scenic holes in Minnesota .
Built in 1959 , Island View Golf Club covers 145 acres . The par 72 course measures 6,578 yards from the blue tees , 6,252 yards from the whites , and 5,691 yards from the golds . Island View Golf Club also offers a full length driving range , as well as chipping and putting practice areas .
Island View offers both men ’ s and women ’ s golf leagues , as well as many club golfing events throughout the year . It also features a junior golf program .
From golf attire to the latest in golf equipment , the Island View Golf Club Pro Shop has it all . The shop offers golf balls , putters , clubs , shoes , attire for men and women , hats , gift certificates , and more .
Need help with your swing ? Lessons are available with any of the club professionals , which include Johnny Schwaller , head PGA golf professional at Island View .
To learn more , contact the Pro Shop at ( 952 ) 442- 6116 ext . 4 . Not only does Island View ’ s clubhouse offer a pro-shop that is fully stocked with the latest equipment and apparel , it also has men ’ s and women ’ s locker facilities and casual dining .
In fact , Island View is a popular destination for events of all sizes , from corporate events to wedding receptions for citizens , organizations , and businesses . For more information about Island View Golf Club , visit www . islandviewgolfclub . com or contact ( 952 ) 442-6116 .
In addition to Island View Golf Club , there are other golf courses near Waconia . Deer Run Golf Course is located on County Road 11 near Victoria , Timber Creek Golf Course is located five miles west of Mound on County Road 15 , River ’ s Edge Golf Course is located in Watertown , and Shadowbrooke Golf Course is located to the west in Lester Prairie on Highway 7 .
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