Big Foot Country Club
Course at a glance
Big Foot Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Fontana, Wisconsin (53125). The course was designed by Tom Bendelow and opened in 1924. From the Blue tees, Big Foot Country Club plays to 6,753 yards at par 73. The course offers 9 sets of tees ranging from 5,312 to 6,753 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 140 and a course rating of 73.4, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 92% 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 bluegrass fairways. Hazards include None bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Big Foot Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Big Foot Country Club
Big Foot Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Fontana, Wisconsin (53125). The course was designed by Tom Bendelow and established in 1924. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,753 yards with a par of 73. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 140 and a course rating of 73.4.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 140, Big Foot Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in Wisconsin, playing harder than 92% of rated 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 5,312 to 6,753 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
73
Length
6,753
Slope
140
Rating
73.4
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
140
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 140 | 73.4 | 489 | 491 | 302 | 191 | 366 | 586 | 447 | 157 | 372 | 3401 | 371 | 408 | 462 | 601 | 368 | 169 | 380 | 155 | 438 | 3352 | 6,753 |
Blue-White | 138 | 72.5 | 476 | 480 | 302 | 181 | 366 | 586 | 408 | 148 | 395 | 3342 | 354 | 408 | 462 | 564 | 310 | 157 | 380 | 155 | 426 | 3216 | 6,558 |
Blue Par 70 | 136 | 71.9 | 412 | 491 | 302 | 191 | 366 | 406 | 447 | 157 | 372 | 3144 | 371 | 408 | 388 | 601 | 368 | 169 | 380 | 155 | 438 | 3278 | 6,422 |
White | 136 | 71.8 | 476 | 480 | 302 | 181 | 350 | 559 | 408 | 138 | 340 | 3234 | 354 | 400 | 462 | 564 | 310 | 157 | 361 | 129 | 426 | 3163 | 6,397 |
White Par 70 | 133 | 70.5 | 412 | 480 | 302 | 181 | 350 | 406 | 408 | 138 | 340 | 3017 | 354 | 400 | 388 | 564 | 310 | 157 | 361 | 129 | 426 | 3089 | 6,106 |
White-Green | 132 | 70.0 | 459 | 480 | 302 | 181 | 350 | 406 | 340 | 135 | 349 | 3002 | 354 | 400 | 462 | 468 | 310 | 157 | 361 | 129 | 358 | 2999 | 6,001 |
Green | 128 | 68.3 | 459 | 426 | 302 | 150 | 324 | 406 | 340 | 122 | 310 | 2839 | 302 | 359 | 388 | 468 | 310 | 157 | 331 | 115 | 358 | 2788 | 5,627 |
Red | 131 | 71.9 | 412 | 426 | 229 | 150 | 324 | 406 | 340 | 107 | 277 | 2671 | 276 | 312 | 388 | 468 | 298 | 145 | 295 | 101 | 358 | 2641 | 5,312 |
Red | 125 | 66.9 | 412 | 426 | 229 | 150 | 324 | 406 | 340 | 107 | 277 | 2671 | 276 | 312 | 388 | 468 | 298 | 145 | 295 | 101 | 358 | 2641 | 5,312 |
| Par | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 37 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 73 | ||
| HCP | 9 | 7 | 17 | 11 | 15 | 3 | 1 | 13 | 5 | 10 | 4 | 12 | 2 | 14 | 16 | 8 | 18 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Big Foot Country Club offers 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,753 | 140 | 73.4 | 0-5 |
Blue-White | 6,558 | 138 | 72.5 | 5-15 |
Blue Par 70 | 6,422 | 136 | 71.9 | 5-15 |
White | 6,397 | 136 | 71.8 | 5-15 |
White Par 70 | 6,106 | 133 | 70.5 | 12-22 |
White-Green | 6,001 | 132 | 70.0 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,627 | 128 | 68.3 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,312 | 131 | 71.9 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,312 | 125 | 66.9 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Big Foot Country Club
Big Foot 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 Big Foot 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 Big Foot Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Big Foot Country Club is a private golf course located in Fontana, WI. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Big Foot Country Club have?expand_more
Big Foot Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1924. The course was designed by Tom Bendelow.
What is the yardage at Big Foot Country Club?expand_more
From the Blue-White tees, Big Foot Country Club plays to 6,558 yards (par 73). The course offers 9 tee sets ranging from 5,312 to 6,753 yards.
What is the slope rating at Big Foot Country Club?expand_more
The Blue tees at Big Foot Country Club have a slope rating of 140 and a course rating of 73.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Big Foot Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Big Foot Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Big Foot Country Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.bigfootcc.org/ or call 262-275-3411 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Big Foot Country Club offer?expand_more
Big Foot Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Big Foot Country Club located?expand_more
Big Foot Country Club is located at 770 Shabbona Dr in Fontana, WI 53125. You can reach them at 262-275-3411.
What is the difficulty level at Big Foot Country Club?expand_more
Big Foot Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 140. It plays harder than 92% 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 Big Foot Country Club?expand_more
Big Foot Country Club offers 9 tee sets. Blue tees (6,753 yards, slope 140) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (5,312 yards, slope 125) 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 Big Foot Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Big Foot Country Club should play the Red tees, which play 5,312 yards with a slope of 125. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Big Foot Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White Par 70 tees (slope 133, rating 70.5) at Big Foot Country Club would have a course handicap of 15 and an expected score of approximately 88. 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 Big Foot Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Big Foot 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.