Guide to Outdoor Recreation
Explore the Stevens Point Area's ourdoor recreation opportuinites. From fat-tire biking at Standing Rocks to hiking the Green Cirle Trail, there is…
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The 43rd annual U.S. Senior Open Championship will be in central Wisconsin for the first time at SentryWorld Golf Course. Between match play on the course and fun off the course, you don't want to miss the best things to see and do in the Stevens Point Area.
Spectators are encouraged and welcome to attend the 2023 U.S. Senior Open. Tickets are required for the Championship and are offered in a variety of different package options. Practice rounds will be on Tuesday, June 27, and Wednesday, June 28. Championship rounds will be from Thursday, June 29 through Sunday, July 2.
There will be grandstand seating available for spectators to use in select locations. Spectators are also welcome to bring chairs to sit in if viewing from a specific hole is preferred. Spectators are encouraged to walk the course, in designated locations.
Complimentary parking and shuttle transportation will be provided to and from SentryWorld. The general parking lot will have accessible parking spaces for vehicles displaying appropriate HP/DP license plates or placards and accessibility-compliant shuttles. For fans requiring lift-equipped shuttle transportation please contact the USGA Admissions Office at (800) 698-0661 for further information.
Complimentary parking will be provided at UW-Stevens Point, Lot-Q which is located between Michigan Avenue and Illinois Avenue (view map of parking lot). UW-Stevens Point campus is located south of SentryWorld. Please follow general parking signage and/or directions from parking attendants to the designated parking location. From the parking lot, complimentary shuttle transportation will be provided to and from SentryWorld and is expected to take approximately 5 minutes.
Free bus rides will be offered through the city from June 26-30 in addition to a free transit route from Lot Q to SentryWorld June 27 to July 2 from 6:30am-9pm. You can download their bus tracking app for more information.
Fans choosing to ride a bicycle to the Championship are instructed to follow directions and signage to Gate 1 Main Entrance. Bike racks will be provided to park bikes at this location and owners are encouraged to bring their own lock, as they will not be made available by the Championship.
Please Note: There will be road closures near SentryWorld to accomodate the U.S. Senior Open. To see affected roads, view the Stevens Point Police Department's map.
Food and beverage will be available for purchase throughout the golf course. Be sure to visit the Wisconsin Staples concession stand located near the driving range and 10th tee.
Tickets are required for the Championship. Find a variety of ticketing options to fit your needs whether you're visiting for a day or staying for the week. Refunds are not given for any tickets and screenshots of digital tickets will not be accepted. AXS is the official ticket platform of the USGA be sure to purchase through AXS to ensure a safe ticket-buying process.
If you have additional questions about tickets, you can reach out to rylee.offermann@sentryworld.com or by calling (715) 544-4857.
Get excited with this short clip for the upcoming tournament.
For traditional hotel stays, be sure to take a look at:
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Looking for a short-term rental or a non-traditional stay?
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Hungry in the Stevens Point Area? Here are the top food experiences you can't miss:
For local food, go straight to the source. Make a stop at Feltz Dairy Store, where after a scoop and some curds, you can also tour the robotic milking operation. To make it a meal, hit local favorites that work with local growers for farm-to-fork cuisine, including Father Fats, Muse, or Main Grain Bakery & Eatery.
Go for a traditional Wisconsin Supper Club experience, with a stop at the Sky Club, Michele's, or Two Lakes.
Hit a local hotspot for a comfortable and laid-back feel, including Guu's on Main, Wooden Chair, Hilltop, Point After, or Mikey's.
Get more tasty suggestions with the Stevens Point Area dining guide.
During the championship, find deals and packages that will be offered by a variety of local businesses. Offers range from deals on drinks at Craft Collective partners to family fun activities.
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Take a tour of one of the oldest breweries in the United States, Point Brewery, complete with a sample of soda, cider, or beer at the end. Then, explore more of the local craft beverage makers in the Stevens Point Area known as the Central Wisconsin Craft Collective.
Catch live music with a view, with the Levitt AMP Stevens Point Music Series or the City Band concerts along the Wisconsin River, on Wednesday and Thursday evenings at Pfiffner Park. Find more live music here.
In search of local art? Check out one of the many murals in the Stevens Point Area - with unique pieces tucked in every corner of the county.
Hit the trail and explore the popular 27-mile Green Circle Trail. Overwhelmed by the total distance? Get started in the trail headquarters at the Schmeeckle Reserve, or head to the Stevens Point Sculpture Park to break up the trail.
They don't call it the City of Wonderful Water for nothing! Get out on the water from the backwaters of the Wisconsin River, the Tomorrow River, or one of the lakes by kayak, canoe, paddleboard, or pontoon.
Sample the best local goods, available daily at the state's oldest farmers market in downtown Stevens Point.
Rainy day? No problem! Head indoors and test your skill at Section 715 Throwing Co. or keep your putting game on point with mini-golf at Putt-N-Play. Or, scope out one of the area's arts & culture hotspots, including a stop at the Q Gallery.
Want more? Browse more things to do in the Stevens Point Area here.
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Whether you are traveling to the region by plane or car, getting to and around the Stevens Point Area is simple.
Drivers can get to the Stevens Point Area, located in central Wisconsin with easy access from major midwest cities, via two major highways - Highway 10 (east-west) and Interstate 39 (north-south).
Distance to Stevens Point
Chicago - 244 miles
Minneapolis - 195 miles
Milwaukee - 150 miles
Madison - 110 miles
Traveling with an Electric Vehicle?
Find charging stations in the Stevens Point Area to keep you rolling.
Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA), the preferred airport of the U.S. Senior Open Championship, is just 15 minutes north of Stevens Point providing the closest access to SentryWorld. Service is available from major domestic airlines, including Delta and American. Car rentals are available, though reservations are highly recommended.
Additional airports include; Appleton International (ATW), Austin Straubel International (GRB), Dane County Regional (MSN), Milwaukee Mitchell International (MKE), Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP), O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Attractions and points of interest are easy to get to by car, with maps available here (as well as at the Visitors Center). If you'd prefer to explore the region via public transportation, you'll find Stevens Point Transit (known as the City Bus) includes most of the urban area, with the main hub located in downtown Stevens Point. For more options, download the Lyft or Uber app or order a taxi through Courtesy Cab.
Find more information about getting here and getting around the Stevens Point Area here.Summer is an ideal time of year to visit Wisconsin. As June turns to July, high temperatures typically range from mid-70’s to low-80’s, with lows between 50-60. As temps rise, so does humidity – though it’s not uncomfortably high. Lush green views are the norm in Wisconsin, in late June, with everything in bloom. Weather can be unpredictable so to be prepared pack rain gear and layers.