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Minnesota's first 18-hole resort golf course celebrates one century
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Pine and Lakes Echo Journal | Pequot Lakes, Minnesota
BRAINERD — Pine Beach East at Madden’s on Gull Lake, which opened in July 1926 as Minnesota’s first 18-hole resort golf course, will celebrate its 100th anniversary Aug. 14–17 with historic golf experiences and events open to resort guests, golf members and the public.
Construction of Pine Beach Golf Course, now known as Pine Beach East, began in 1925, led by businessmen John Harrison and Chester Start.
ADVERTISEMENTDesigned by Scottish course designer James Dalgleish, the course opened in July 1926 as Minnesota’s first 18-hole resort golf course, introducing a new golf experience to the state’s growing resort industry.
Madden's on Gull Lake celebrates the 100th year of its East Golf Course Aug. 14-17, 2026.
Contributed / Cass BensonIn 1932, during the Great Depression, Jack Madden and his uncle, Tom, leased the golf course and clubhouse for $500.