Giants Ridge Opens for the 2026 Golf Season This May By Brian Weis

Giants Ridge Opens for the 2026 Golf Season This May

By Brian Weis

Minnesota's Iron Range is thawing out, and Giants Ridge is ready. The Quarry opens May 1, with The Legend following eight days later on May 9. Tee times are open on both courses now at 218-865-8030.

Giants Ridge sits about three hours from the Twin Cities and has quietly built a case as the best golf destination in Minnesota. Both courses were designed by Jeffrey Brauer, but they play nothing alike.

The Quarry is the headliner. Built on a former sand quarry and iron ore mine, the course uses dramatically elevated tees and hazards carved from reclaimed mine land to create something you won't find anywhere else in the state. The views of the Iron Range alone are worth the drive. Golfweek's 2026 rankings put The Quarry at No. 35 among the top 200 resort courses in the country, which is serious company.

The Legend opened in 1997 and gets credit for putting Iron Range golf on the map in the first place. The layout winds through towering pines inside the Superior National Forest and along the shore of Sabin Lake. Golfweek ranked it among the top 125 resort courses in the U.S. as well.

Starting May 29 through August 23, Giants Ridge brings back its 36-Hole Golf Special: both courses, cart, range balls, and lunch between rounds for $210 on weekdays and $230 on weekends. That is a reasonable price of admission for a day you will talk about for a while.

When you are not on the course, the Iron Range delivers. Crystal-clear lakes, rivers, hiking and biking trails, and chairlift rides with views that make the whole trip feel bigger than just golf. On-site dining includes Burnt Onion Kitchen and Brews, Bunkers at The Legend, and the Wacootah Grill.

For tee times and lodging, visit giantsridge.com or call 218-865-8000.

Revised: 04/28/2026 - Article Viewed 261 Times - View Course Profile

About: Brian Weis

While Brian Weis has made a name for himself in the golf world, he also appreciates the finer things in life—like a world-class spa treatment after a grueling 18 holes (or even after a casual round where the only thing working hard was his golf cart). A self-proclaimed "golfer who enjoys relaxation more than practice," Brian has developed a deep appreciation for massages that unknot his questionable swing mechanics, saunas that sweat out a few too many post-round drinks, and infinity pools with views as stunning as a well-manicured par 3.

Brian’s spa journey began as a reluctant tag-along to couples' massages and resort spa packages but quickly evolved into a full-fledged appreciation for hot stone therapy, deep-tissue recovery, and the occasional seaweed wrap (don’t knock it till you try it). Now, he seeks out the best spa retreats, thermal baths, and relaxation havens wherever his travels take him—whether it's a luxury golf resort with a five-star spa or a hidden wellness gem perfect for unwinding in style.

On SpaTrips.com, Brian shares his experiences, reviews, and insider tips on the best places to soothe sore muscles, indulge in rejuvenating treatments, and find true relaxation—whether you're a hardcore golfer in need of recovery or just someone looking for the ultimate escape. After all, what’s the point of a bucket list golf trip if you can’t top it off with an expert massage, a hot soak, and maybe even a ridiculously plush robe"