The 2024 US Women’s Open is set to return to Pennsylvania’s Lancaster Country Club, where In-gee Chun emerged victorious in 2015. However, the tournament will head to a new venue in 2025 – Erin Hills in Wisconsin, just 35 miles northwest of Milwaukee. Erin Hills, which opened in 2006, has already hosted several prestigious championships, including the 2017 US Open where Brooks Koepka clinched his first Major title. The par 72 layout, measuring a massive 7,741 yards, will provide a challenging test for the world’s top female golfers.
Erin Hills is considered one of the best public courses in the US, with bentgrass greens and fine fescue fairways that give it a modern, linksy feel. The venue also offers lodgings for visiting golfers, making it a top choice for hosting elite golf events. The 2025 US Women’s Open will mark Erin Hills’ fifth USGA championship, following previous events such as the 2008 US Women’s Amateur Public Links and the 2011 US Amateur. PGA Tour player Kelly Kraft claimed victory in the 2011 US Amateur, showcasing the course’s ability to challenge top-level talent.
While Erin Hills is not currently on the men’s US Open rota, it has the potential to host future championships for both genders. Former USGA CEO Mike Davis expressed excitement about bringing the US Women’s Open and US Mid-Amateur to Erin Hills, highlighting the course’s reputation as a premier golf venue. Wisconsin has previously hosted two US Women’s Opens at Kohler’s Blackwolf Run, with champions like Se Ri Pak and Na Yeon Choi etching their names in history. The state is also renowned for Whistling Straits, which has hosted multiple PGA Championships and the 2021 Ryder Cup.
The upcoming US Women’s Open at Erin Hills will provide a unique opportunity for fans to witness world-class golf on a challenging course in a picturesque setting. The championship’s return to Wisconsin signals the state’s growing prominence in the golf world, with top facilities like Erin Hills gaining recognition as major tournament venues. As the countdown to 2025 begins, golf enthusiasts can look forward to seeing the world’s best female golfers compete for glory at this iconic location. Subscribe to the Golf Monthly newsletter for the latest updates on tour news, equipment reviews, and more from industry experts.
