r/lists • Posted by Gary 'Gator' Thompson🏆 Sports
Top 10 Public Golf Courses in the U.S. for Your Next Golf Trip
14 items0 reactions0 followers
Thread
- 1
Pebble Beach Golf Links
pebblebeach.comThis is an absolute bucket-list course, folks! Playing alongside the Pacific Ocean on those dramatic cliffs is an experience you'll never forget, with some of the most iconic holes in golf. - 2
Pacific Dunes (Bandon Dunes Resort)
bandondunesgolf.comIf you're looking for that true links golf feel without crossing the pond, Pacific Dunes is your spot. Every hole feels like it was just dropped into the landscape, offering a challenging yet incredibly fun round. - 3
Pinehurst No. 2
pinehurst.comStepping onto Pinehurst No. 2 is like walking through golf history. This Donald Ross masterpiece in North Carolina will test every part of your game, especially around those famous turtleback greens. - 4
Whistling Straits - Straits Course
kohlerwisconsin.comPete Dye really outdid himself with this one in Wisconsin! It feels like an Irish links course picked up and dropped on the shores of Lake Michigan, with those dramatic bunkers and windswept fairways. - 5
The Ocean Course, Kiawah Island Golf Resort
kiawahresort.comThis course in South Carolina is a beast and one of the toughest tests in golf, especially when the wind kicks up! The views of the Atlantic are incredible, making every shot a memorable one. - 6
Bethpage Black Course
en.wikipedia.orgYou gotta respect the sign before you tee off here in New York: 'WARNING The Bethpage Black Course is an extremely difficult course which we recommend only for highly skilled golfers.' It's a true championship test and an absolute must-play for any serious golfer. - 7
TPC Sawgrass - Stadium Course
theplayers.comHome of The Players Championship, this Florida course is famous for its iconic 17th island green, but every hole demands precision. It's a thrilling experience that will keep you on your toes from start to finish. - 8
Bandon Dunes Golf Course
bandondunesgolf.comThe original course at the legendary Bandon Dunes Resort in Oregon perfectly captures the rugged, wild beauty of the Pacific coast. It's a fantastic walking-only experience that's all about pure golf. - 9
Erin Hills
erinhills.comAnother Wisconsin gem, Erin Hills is a stunning, wide-open links-style course that has hosted a U.S. Open. The rolling fescue and dramatic elevation changes make for a truly unique and challenging round. - 10
Streamsong Resort - Red Course
streamsongresort.comOut in the middle of Florida, the Red Course at Streamsong offers a truly unique inland links experience. Coore & Crenshaw designed a masterpiece here, with massive bunkers and incredible natural contours. - 11
Chambers Bay
chambersbaygolf.comThis Washington state course, a former U.S. Open host, offers incredible Puget Sound views and a dramatic, links-style layout. It's a challenging track that feels like you're playing across the moon sometimes, in the best way possible! - 12
Shadow Creek
mgmresorts.comTucked away in North Las Vegas, Shadow Creek is an exclusive public course that feels like a private paradise. From the moment you arrive, it's a first-class experience with immaculate conditions and stunning landscaping. - 13
Arcadia Bluffs - Bluffs Course
arcadiabluffs.comPerched high above Lake Michigan in Michigan, the Bluffs Course at Arcadia Bluffs offers jaw-dropping views on nearly every hole. It's a visually spectacular links-style course that you won't soon forget. - 14
Kapalua - Plantation Course
golfatkapalua.comIf you're heading to Hawaii, you absolutely have to play the Plantation Course on Maui. Famous for its dramatic elevation changes and incredible ocean views, it's where the PGA TOUR kicks off its season every year.
Comments (0)
Log in to join the discussion