
Golf
WOLFRIDGE GOLF COURSE
Wolfridge is unique for its rugged terrain, challenging play, and reversible layout. Golf clubs and carts available for rental, and snacks, beer, and liquor are available at the clubhouse.
8501 Savage Rd, Angora, MN 55703
Drive Time from Ludlow’s: 30 minutes
VERMILION FAIRWAYS GOLF COURSE
This par-36, 9-hole course is ideal for beginners, but golfers of all skill levels will appreciate the pristine wilderness views. Carts are available for rental, and assorted snacks, burgers, pizza, beer, and mixed drinks can be purchased at the clubhouse.
http://www.vermilionfairways.com
2407 Vermilion Dr, Cook, MN 55723
Drive Time from Ludlow’s: 5 minutes
THE WILDERNESS AT FORTUNE BAY
The Wilderness offers beautiful panoramas of Lake Vermilion and world-class golf. Fine dining, pro-shop, complete practice facilities, and state-of-the-art GPS systems in all carts.
https://www.golfthewilderness.com
1450 Bois Forte Rd, Tower, MN 55790
Drive Time from Ludlow’s: 35 minutes
THE LEGEND AT GIANTS RIDGE
This par 72 course features bent-grass fairways, white sand bunkers, lakes, giant boulders, and towering trees. Pro-shop on site, full-service restaurant and lounge, snack bar, PGA pro on-site, golf instruction, driving range, practice green, and club rental available.
https://www.giantsridge.com/golf
6383 Wynne Creek Dr, Biwabik, MN 55708
Drive Time from Ludlow’s: 70 minutes
THE QUARRY AT GIANTS RIDGE
The Quarry honors the region’s industrial past in a unique and culturally significant way. Each hold is named for area mines, past and current. Pro-shop on site, full-service restaurant and lounge, snack bar, PGA pro on-site, golf instruction, driving range, practice green, and club rental available.
https://www.giantsridge.com/the-quarry
5893 Giants Ridge Rd, Biwabik, MN 55708
Driving Directions: 70 minutes
GIANTS RIDGE DISC GOLF AND HIKING
Covering over 80 acres and up to 10,000 feet of fairway distance, Giants Ridge is one of the world’s largest. The 18-hole mountain course features dual concrete tees, multiple pin placements, a pro shop, practice tee, and driving range. Average play time for 18 holes is 2 ½ hours.
Giants Ridge also offers some of the most secluded self-guided hiking trails in the area. With just over 10 miles in 3 trails, Giants Ridge offers a great hiking experience.
6329 Wynne Creek Dr, Biwabik, MN 55708
Driving Time From Ludlow’s: 70 minutes
VIRGINIA GOLF COURSE
The Virginia Municipal Golf Course, with its brand new log clubhouse and remodeled course, offers mature pine trees, water hazards and various sand traps. Three new hole designs are now open. Log clubhouse features complete pro shop and full service restaurant and bar. New driving range open.
https://www.virginiamn.us/department/golf_course
1308 18th St N, Virginia, MN 55792
Drive Time from Ludlow’s: 45 minutes
EVELETH MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE
This 9-hole course plays along St. Mary’s Lake and is one of the most scenic and challenging courses on the Iron Range. Pro-shop on site, beverages, snack bar, golf instruction, rental carts and clubs, and practice green available.
4307 Golf Course Rd, Eveleth, MN 55734
Drive Time From Ludlow’s: 55 minutes
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Lake Vermilion
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