The Wilderness at Fortune Bay
About The Wilderness at Fortune Bay
The Wilderness at Fortune Bay is a 18-hole golf course located in Greenwood Township, Minnesota (55790). The course was designed by Jeff Brauer and established in 2004. From the Gold tees, the course plays to 7,207 yards with a par of 72. The Gold tees carry a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 75.5.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 143, The Wilderness at Fortune Bay is one of the more challenging courses in Minnesota, playing harder than 96% of courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,324 to 7,207 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Golf in Minnesota typically runs from May through October. Spring and fall offer the best conditions with lower humidity and fewer crowds. Book early for prime weekend morning tee times during peak summer months.
Par
72
Length
7,207
Slope
143
Rating
75.5
Course Difficulty Analysis
143
This Course
130
MN Average
113
US Average
Based on 321 rated courses in Minnesota
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 143 | 75.5 | 649 | 472 | 220 | 410 | 364 | 464 | 157 | 525 | 396 | 3657 | 455 | 465 | 166 | 340 | 392 | 530 | 540 | 189 | 473 | 3550 | 7,207 |
Blue | 141 | 73.2 | 587 | 453 | 193 | 393 | 348 | 435 | 139 | 511 | 369 | 3428 | 430 | 427 | 157 | 325 | 374 | 507 | 517 | 174 | 433 | 3344 | 6,772 |
Blue/White Combo | 138 | 71.9 | 562 | 426 | 166 | 393 | 348 | 375 | 139 | 511 | 369 | 3289 | 403 | 383 | 129 | 325 | 374 | 458 | 517 | 174 | 408 | 3171 | 6,460 |
White | 136 | 76.1 | 562 | 426 | 166 | 330 | 313 | 375 | 124 | 456 | 342 | 3094 | 403 | 383 | 129 | 301 | 341 | 458 | 486 | 144 | 408 | 3053 | 6,147 |
White | 127 | 70.5 | 562 | 426 | 166 | 330 | 313 | 375 | 124 | 456 | 342 | 3094 | 403 | 383 | 129 | 301 | 341 | 458 | 486 | 144 | 408 | 3053 | 6,147 |
White/Green Combo | 130 | 73.4 | 470 | 385 | 133 | 330 | 313 | 331 | 124 | 456 | 265 | 2807 | 343 | 333 | 129 | 301 | 341 | 458 | 438 | 144 | 368 | 2855 | 5,662 |
White/Green Combo | 123 | 68.3 | 470 | 385 | 133 | 330 | 313 | 331 | 124 | 456 | 265 | 2807 | 343 | 333 | 129 | 301 | 341 | 458 | 438 | 144 | 368 | 2855 | 5,662 |
Green Forward | 126 | 71.5 | 470 | 385 | 133 | 305 | 279 | 331 | 115 | 381 | 265 | 2664 | 343 | 333 | 107 | 277 | 304 | 376 | 438 | 114 | 368 | 2660 | 5,324 |
Green Forward | 120 | 66.8 | 470 | 385 | 133 | 305 | 279 | 331 | 115 | 381 | 265 | 2664 | 343 | 333 | 107 | 277 | 304 | 376 | 438 | 114 | 368 | 2660 | 5,324 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 3 | 5 | 15 | 7 | 13 | 1 | 17 | 9 | 11 | 10 | 8 | 16 | 14 | 12 | 6 | 2 | 18 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
The Wilderness at Fortune Bay offers 9 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 7,207 | 143 | 75.5 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,772 | 141 | 73.2 | 0-5 |
Blue/White Combo | 6,460 | 138 | 71.9 | 5-15 |
White | 6,147 | 136 | 76.1 | 12-22 |
White | 6,147 | 127 | 70.5 | 12-22 |
White/Green Combo | 5,662 | 130 | 73.4 | 20-30 |
White/Green Combo | 5,662 | 123 | 68.3 | 20-30 |
Green Forward | 5,324 | 126 | 71.5 | 20-30 |
Green Forward | 5,324 | 120 | 66.8 | 20-30 |
Amenities at The Wilderness at Fortune Bay
The Wilderness at Fortune Bay features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for The Wilderness at Fortune Bay. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Wilderness at Fortune Bay a public or private golf course?expand_more
The Wilderness at Fortune Bay is a public golf course located in Greenwood Township, MN. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does The Wilderness at Fortune Bay have?expand_more
The Wilderness at Fortune Bay is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 2004. The course was designed by Jeff Brauer.
What is the yardage at The Wilderness at Fortune Bay?expand_more
From the Blue/White Combo tees, The Wilderness at Fortune Bay plays to 6,460 yards (par 72). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,324 to 7,207 yards.
What is the slope rating at The Wilderness at Fortune Bay?expand_more
The Gold tees at The Wilderness at Fortune Bay have a slope rating of 143 and a course rating of 75.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk The Wilderness at Fortune Bay?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at The Wilderness at Fortune Bay. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at The Wilderness at Fortune Bay?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at The Wilderness at Fortune Bay. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does The Wilderness at Fortune Bay offer?expand_more
The Wilderness at Fortune Bay offers a pro shop.
Where is The Wilderness at Fortune Bay located?expand_more
The Wilderness at Fortune Bay is located at 1450 Bois Forte Road in Greenwood Township, MN 55790. You can reach them at 800-992-4680.
What is the difficulty level at The Wilderness at Fortune Bay?expand_more
The Wilderness at Fortune Bay is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 143. It plays harder than 96% of golf courses in Minnesota. The average slope rating in Minnesota is 130. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at The Wilderness at Fortune Bay?expand_more
The Wilderness at Fortune Bay offers 9 tee sets. Gold tees (7,207 yards, slope 143) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Green Forward tees (5,324 yards, slope 120) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at The Wilderness at Fortune Bay?expand_more
Beginners at The Wilderness at Fortune Bay should play the Green Forward tees, which play 5,324 yards with a slope of 120. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at The Wilderness at Fortune Bay?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 127, rating 70.5) at The Wilderness at Fortune Bay would have a course handicap of 15 and an expected score of approximately 87. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at The Wilderness at Fortune Bay?expand_more
A typical round at The Wilderness at Fortune Bay takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.