Lake Ripley Country Club
Course at a glance
Lake Ripley Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Cambridge, Wisconsin (53523). The course was designed by Original Members and opened in 1915. From the Black tees, Lake Ripley Country Club plays to 6,251 yards at par 72. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 4,820 to 6,251 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 75.5, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 62% of rated golf courses in Wisconsin. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bent grass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Lake Ripley Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Lake Ripley Country Club
Lake Ripley Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Cambridge, Wisconsin (53523). The course was designed by Original Members and established in 1915. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,251 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 75.5.
Walking is permitted.
Lake Ripley Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 132, putting it in the upper half of courses in Wisconsin for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,820 to 6,251 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 Wisconsin 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
6,251
Slope
132
Rating
75.5
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
132
This Course
129
WI Average
113
US Average
Based on 197 rated courses in Wisconsin
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BlackWomen's | 132 | 75.5 | 278 | 405 | 444 | 405 | 419 | 326 | 190 | 166 | 548 | 3181 | 371 | 353 | 221 | 440 | 208 | 159 | 458 | 467 | 393 | 3070 | 6,251 |
BlackMen's | 124 | 70.0 | 278 | 405 | 444 | 405 | 419 | 326 | 190 | 166 | 548 | 3181 | 371 | 353 | 221 | 440 | 208 | 159 | 458 | 467 | 393 | 3070 | 6,251 |
Black/GoldWomen's | 127 | 73.7 | 278 | 340 | 346 | 405 | 369 | 326 | 161 | 166 | 548 | 2939 | 371 | 353 | 170 | 378 | 178 | 159 | 458 | 467 | 351 | 2885 | 5,824 |
Black/GoldMen's | 120 | 68.3 | 278 | 340 | 346 | 405 | 369 | 326 | 161 | 166 | 548 | 2939 | 371 | 353 | 170 | 378 | 178 | 159 | 458 | 467 | 351 | 2885 | 5,824 |
GoldWomen's | 126 | 73.2 | 263 | 340 | 346 | 367 | 369 | 321 | 161 | 149 | 532 | 2848 | 360 | 353 | 170 | 378 | 178 | 159 | 458 | 458 | 351 | 2865 | 5,713 |
GoldMen's | 119 | 67.8 | 263 | 340 | 346 | 367 | 369 | 321 | 161 | 149 | 532 | 2848 | 360 | 353 | 170 | 378 | 178 | 159 | 458 | 458 | 351 | 2865 | 5,713 |
White/GoldWomen's | 118 | 69.1 | 263 | 284 | 346 | 367 | 369 | 251 | 161 | 149 | 459 | 2649 | 296 | 261 | 170 | 301 | 134 | 159 | 394 | 401 | 351 | 2467 | 5,116 |
White/GoldMen's | 113 | 64.8 | 263 | 284 | 346 | 367 | 369 | 251 | 161 | 149 | 459 | 2649 | 296 | 261 | 170 | 301 | 134 | 159 | 394 | 401 | 351 | 2467 | 5,116 |
WhiteWomen's | 115 | 67.7 | 263 | 284 | 309 | 306 | 338 | 251 | 100 | 128 | 459 | 2438 | 296 | 261 | 155 | 301 | 134 | 128 | 394 | 401 | 312 | 2382 | 4,820 |
WhiteMen's | 111 | 63.7 | 263 | 284 | 309 | 306 | 338 | 251 | 100 | 128 | 459 | 2438 | 296 | 261 | 155 | 301 | 134 | 128 | 394 | 401 | 312 | 2382 | 4,820 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 13 | 11 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 15 | 17 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 18 | 2 | 16 | 14 | 6 | 10 | 12 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Lake Ripley Country Club offers 10 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,251 | 132 | 75.5 | 5-15 |
Black | 6,251 | 124 | 70.0 | 5-15 |
Black/Gold | 5,824 | 127 | 73.7 | 12-22 |
Black/Gold | 5,824 | 120 | 68.3 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,713 | 126 | 73.2 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,713 | 119 | 67.8 | 12-22 |
White/Gold | 5,116 | 118 | 69.1 | 20-30 |
White/Gold | 5,116 | 113 | 64.8 | 20-30 |
White | 4,820 | 115 | 67.7 | 25+ |
White | 4,820 | 111 | 63.7 | 25+ |
Amenities at Lake Ripley Country Club
Lake Ripley Country Club features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Lake Ripley Country Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lake Ripley Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Lake Ripley Country Club is a private golf course located in Cambridge, WI. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Lake Ripley Country Club have?expand_more
Lake Ripley Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1915. The course was designed by Original Members.
What is the yardage at Lake Ripley Country Club?expand_more
From the White/Gold tees, Lake Ripley Country Club plays to 5,116 yards (par 70). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,820 to 6,251 yards.
What is the slope rating at Lake Ripley Country Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Lake Ripley Country Club have a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 75.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Lake Ripley Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Lake Ripley Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Lake Ripley Country Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.lakeripleycc.com/ or call 608-423-3411 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Lake Ripley Country Club offer?expand_more
Lake Ripley Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Lake Ripley Country Club located?expand_more
Lake Ripley Country Club is located at W 9574 Hwy 12 in Cambridge, WI 53523. You can reach them at 608-423-3411.
What is the difficulty level at Lake Ripley Country Club?expand_more
Lake Ripley Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 132. It plays harder than 62% of golf courses in Wisconsin. The average slope rating in Wisconsin is 129. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Lake Ripley Country Club?expand_more
Lake Ripley Country Club offers 10 tee sets. Black tees (6,251 yards, slope 132) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. White tees (4,820 yards, slope 111) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Lake Ripley Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Lake Ripley Country Club should play the White tees, which play 4,820 yards with a slope of 111. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Lake Ripley Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 119, rating 67.8) at Lake Ripley Country Club would have a course handicap of 14 and an expected score of approximately 84. This uses the 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 Lake Ripley Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Lake Ripley Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.