The PERFECT Sand Valley Golf Trip – Full Itinerary (Courses, Food & Lodging)

If you’re planning the perfect Sand Valley golf trip, this podcast has you covered. We talk through all the courses, food, and lodging with a full itinerary to make the most of your trip.

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⏰ Timecodes:
0:00 - Intro: Why Sand Valley?
2:32 - Getting there: Milwaukee/Chicago & drive times
4:59 - Perfect arrival plan: start on The Sandbox
5:13 - The Sandbox: design & vibe
6:36 - Who owns Sand Valley? (Dream Golf)
8:02 - Shovel yardages & hole-in-one shovel
8:36 - Summer daylight tip (squeeze in extra golf)
9:20 - Bill’s Barbecue: favorites & value
10:28 - Check-in flow after Sandbox + lunch
10:47 - Lodging overview
11:30 - Mammoth Suite: location over the clubhouse
12:00 - Mammoth Suite details & amenities
13:27 - Long summer days = easy 36-hole plans
15:07 - Sand Valley course: kickoff & range tip
15:53 - Diversity of golf at SV
16:27 - Pro tip: get a caddie (JD!)
17:12 - Fast & firm conditions
18:35 - Walking-only note (enjoyable walk)
19:05 - Craig’s Porch & the $1 tacos
21:38 - Sand Valley wrap & rankings
22:26 - The Lido (semi-private access details)
23:24 - Lido logistics: shuttle, no parking/range
23:42 - Lido feels totally different
24:08 - Lido history & rebuild story
25:00 - Tom Doak’s role
25:34 - Most different course / links feel
25:40 - Must-have caddie at Lido
26:59 - Wind as the main defense
28:49 - Trip length & planning a 36-hole day
29:26 - Dinner at Aldo’s Farm & Table (go big!)
30:48 - Moving to cottages/lodges
31:35 - Lodge vibe, privacy & amenities
32:41 - Commons lake & lodging neighborhood
33:40 - Non-golf activities (trails, tennis, more)
34:16 - Heading to Mammoth Dunes
34:28 - Why Mammoth is the “most fun” course
35:10 - Massive fairways/greens = scoring chances
37:05 - Breaking par at Mammoth (low rounds)
39:19 - Dinner at The Gallery (pizza & pasta)
40:44 - Sedge Valley overview (par 68)
41:26 - Don’t be fooled by yardage (par-68 nuance)
42:27 - Sedge vibe & greens character
43:20 - Sedge “Hand Pie” (the $1 specialty)
43:33 - Mammoth’s $1 dogs/brats callout
44:21 - Must-play recap
44:26 - Off-course fun & trip vibes
45:16 - Self-contained resort (no need to leave)
46:22 - Trip mindset: slow down & enjoy the walk
47:02 - Final thoughts

In this episode of The Golf Podcast, we take you inside our bucket-list trip to Sand Valley Golf Resort and break down the perfect golf itinerary for anyone planning to go. We played every course on property—Sand Valley, Mammoth Dunes, Sedge Valley, the Lido, and the Sandbox—and share what makes each one special. From short courses with legendary architecture to wide fairways built for scoring, we detail exactly how to structure your rounds to get the most out of your trip. But it’s not just about golf. We also dive into the food, lodging, and off-course experiences that make Sand Valley such a complete destination. From Craig’s Porch and its famous dollar tacos to Bill’s Barbecue and the Gallery’s surprisingly excellent pizza, we cover all the must-eats. You’ll also hear about lodging options from the Mammoth Suite above the clubhouse to the secluded cottages by the new Commons course. Whether you’re a group of buddies, a bachelor party, or just chasing your golf bucket list, this episode lays out the step-by-step playbook for doing Sand Valley right. If you’re planning your first trip—or already booking a return—you won’t want to miss this guide.

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