Lake of Isles: North Course

North Stonington, CT • Public

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Overview

There are two Rees Jones-designed courses at Foxwoods Resort Casino—the South course is a private members’ course while the North is open for public play and one of the best courses you can play in Connecticut. The 90-acre Lake of Isles property sits adjacent to the casino, making it a convenient option for resort guests. The North course is a stern test from the start, as the par-3 second hole plays downhill to an island green. The course winds through the Connecticut woods and has plenty of water hazards, putting a premium on solid ball-striking.

About

Holes 18

Length 7252

Slope 146

Price $195

Facility Type Public

Designer Rees Jones, ASGCA

Awards

Best in State: Ranked inside the top 5, 2009. Ranked sixth, 2013-'14. Ranked seventh, 2011-'12. Ranked 10th, 2015-'16. Ranked inside the top 10, 2007. Ranked 15th, 2023-'24.
2023-'24 ranking: 15th.

Panelists

Ratings from our panel of 1,900 course-ranking panelists

3.4

100 GREATEST/BEST IN STATE SCORES

Shot Options

6.4699

Character

6.3758

Challenge

7.016

Layout Variety

6.5229

Fun

6.3957

Aesthetics

6.7637

Conditioning

6.3903

Reviews

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“The better of the two course at Foxwoods, The North Course is public and designed by Rees Jones. Just like its private sister, this course is extremely difficult and you realize this early on standing on the par 3 2nd and looking down at the island green surrounded by water. There's much more variety here than the South Course and there are some great holes such as 2, 6, 17, and 18. This is definitely in my top 2 or 3 public courses in Connecticut and is well-worth a play for visitors to the area."

2022

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Review

“Challenging course with some dramatic undulation changes. Nice greens"

2019

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“If you are unable to get a round on the South Course, the North is a great alternative. Just as expertly maintained and equally as beautiful. The range is natural grass which is a big plus given the high price of the round. Be aware however that it is a resort course so you'll most certainly come across ball marks and unfilled divots. There is water throughout and right from the first tee you'll be tested the entire way. The sand traps are filled with light fluffy sand that respond well to the customary thump out of the hazard. Wayward shots will most likely end up as a lost ball so take care to chose the correct club and not overswing. This is a must play if you are in the area."

2018