Just inland from the great lake and interspersed by four meandering streams, the grassland-and-dunes aspect of the Irish Course is a deceivingly tranquil landscape.

It offers breathtaking views of Lake Michigan from holes 2, 8, 11, 12, and 13, along with a collection of short, challenging par 3s and risk-reward par 5s to test skill and nerve.

Sand is abundant throughout the course with much of it designated as waste area. Five sets of tees ensure it is playable for all skill levels.

Irish course at Whistling Straits was ranked no. 30 on Golf Digest's 2009 Top 100 Rating.