About
Craig Haltom is credited with discovering the land and initiating the development of the now world-renowned Sand Valley Golf Resort in Wisconsin, one of the most celebrated new golf complexes in America.
Craig Haltom is a golf course architect and builder known for his deep knowledge of classic links golf and his skill in golf course design and construction. Originally from Indiana, Haltom studied environmental studies and art while playing collegiate golf before pursuing a graduate degree in landscape architecture in Scotland, where he absorbed the traditions and nuances of links golf firsthand. Returning to the U.S., he joined Oliphant Golf, progressing from laborer and superintendent to project manager on major golf construction and renovation projects.
Haltom is widely recognized for discovering the land that became Sand Valley Golf Resort in Wisconsin, a project that sparked a renaissance in golf resort design away from coastal locations. He has been integral to the construction and ongoing development of Sand Valley, working alongside top designers and builders. Haltom’s portfolio includes significant renovation and new design projects primarily in the Midwest, with notable work at Lawsonia Links, The Club at Lac La Belle, and Prairie Pines. His approach combines artistry, hands-on shaping, and respect for site history, earning him a reputation as both a builder and creative architect committed to excellence in golf course craftsmanship.
