Best golf courses in United States
We joined forces with local golfers to curate the best golf courses in United States. Here are our top picks.
At Local Golf Spot, we collect ratings from local golfers like you to curate the best golf courses in your area. These ratings are based on many attributes such as overall value, course quality, scenic views, and much more. Here are the top golf courses in United States, ranked by local golfers.
Our top picks
Everyone is looking for something different when it comes to golf courses. Here are our top picks by category.
- Best overall: Pebble Beach Course
- Best for scenic views: Pebble Beach Course
- Easiest to walk: Pebble Beach Course
- Best for beginners: Pebble Beach Course
- Least crowded: Riviera Country Club
- Best practice facilities: Pebble Beach Course
- Best 19th hole food: Lake Course
Pebble Beach Resorts
Pebble Beach Course
Overview
Pebble Beach Course is a 18 hole, par 72 golf course located in Pebble Beach, CA.
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Ratings
Overall value
Is this place worth the price?
Not worth it
Worth it
Course quality
How well maintained is the course?
Poor
Excellent
Walkability rating
How walkable is this course?
Hard to walk
Easy to walk
Beginner friendliness
It's tough to be a beginner sometimes
Not good for beginners
Beginner friendly
Scenic views
We get it, you're just playing for the beauty
Not scenic
Beautiful views!
Crowdedness rating
How crowded is this place?
Not crowded
Very crowded
Food rating
Great golf is one thing, but what does the menu at the 19th hole look like?
No thanks
Delicious!
Practice rating
How good is this place for practicing your game?
Not good
Great
Our verdict
We think Pebble Beach is a great golf course for the serious golfer. Not only is the course great, but the practice facilities are top notch. This is perfect for someone looking to level up their game.
Play Pebble Beach Course
- Address
- 1700 17 Mile Drive, Pebble Beach, CA (view on map)
- Phone number
- +1 831-622-8723
The Olympic Club
Lake Course
Overview
Lake Course is a 18 hole, par 71 golf course located in San Francisco, CA.
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Ratings
Overall value
Is this place worth the price?
Not worth it
Worth it
Course quality
How well maintained is the course?
Poor
Excellent
Walkability rating
How walkable is this course?
Hard to walk
Easy to walk
Beginner friendliness
It's tough to be a beginner sometimes
Not good for beginners
Beginner friendly
Scenic views
We get it, you're just playing for the beauty
Not scenic
Beautiful views!
Crowdedness rating
How crowded is this place?
Not crowded
Very crowded
Food rating
Great golf is one thing, but what does the menu at the 19th hole look like?
No thanks
Delicious!
Practice rating
How good is this place for practicing your game?
Not good
Great
Our verdict
We do not have enough ratings for this course. Please check back soon, or even better, give your ratings for Lake Course!
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- Address
- 524 Post Street, San Francisco, CA (view on map)
- Phone number
- +1 415-345-5100
- Website
- https://olyclub.com/
Overview
Pasatiempo Golf Club is a 18 hole, par 70 golf course located in Santa Cruz, CA.
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Ratings
Overall value
Is this place worth the price?
Not worth it
Worth it
Course quality
How well maintained is the course?
Poor
Excellent
Walkability rating
How walkable is this course?
Hard to walk
Easy to walk
Beginner friendliness
It's tough to be a beginner sometimes
Not good for beginners
Beginner friendly
Scenic views
We get it, you're just playing for the beauty
Not scenic
Beautiful views!
Crowdedness rating
How crowded is this place?
Not crowded
Very crowded
Food rating
Great golf is one thing, but what does the menu at the 19th hole look like?
No thanks
Delicious!
Practice rating
How good is this place for practicing your game?
Not good
Great
Our verdict
We do not have enough ratings for this course. Please check back soon, or even better, give your ratings for Pasatiempo Golf Club!
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- Address
- 20 Clubhouse Road, Santa Cruz, CA (view on map)
- Phone number
- +1 831-459-9155
- Website
- https://pasatiempo.com/
Overview
Riviera Country Club is a 18 hole, par 71 golf course located in Pacific Palisades, CA.
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Ratings
Overall value
Is this place worth the price?
Not worth it
Worth it
Course quality
How well maintained is the course?
Poor
Excellent
Walkability rating
How walkable is this course?
Hard to walk
Easy to walk
Beginner friendliness
It's tough to be a beginner sometimes
Not good for beginners
Beginner friendly
Scenic views
We get it, you're just playing for the beauty
Not scenic
Beautiful views!
Crowdedness rating
How crowded is this place?
Not crowded
Very crowded
Food rating
Great golf is one thing, but what does the menu at the 19th hole look like?
No thanks
Delicious!
Practice rating
How good is this place for practicing your game?
Not good
Great
Our verdict
We do not have enough ratings for this course. Please check back soon, or even better, give your ratings for Riviera Country Club!
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- Address
- 1250 Capri Drive, Pacific Palisades, CA (view on map)
- Phone number
- +1 310-454-6591
Pine Valley Golf Club
Pine Valley Course
Overview
Pine Valley Course is a 18 hole, par 70 golf course located in Pine Valley, NJ.
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Ratings
Overall value
Is this place worth the price?
Not worth it
Worth it
Course quality
How well maintained is the course?
Poor
Excellent
Walkability rating
How walkable is this course?
Hard to walk
Easy to walk
Beginner friendliness
It's tough to be a beginner sometimes
Not good for beginners
Beginner friendly
Scenic views
We get it, you're just playing for the beauty
Not scenic
Beautiful views!
Crowdedness rating
How crowded is this place?
Not crowded
Very crowded
Food rating
Great golf is one thing, but what does the menu at the 19th hole look like?
No thanks
Delicious!
Practice rating
How good is this place for practicing your game?
Not good
Great
Our verdict
We do not have enough ratings for this course. Please check back soon, or even better, give your ratings for Pine Valley Course!
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- Address
- 1 East Atlantic Avenue, Pine Valley, NJ (view on map)
- Phone number
- +1 856-309-3203
Overview
Augusta National Golf Club is a 18 hole, par 72 golf course located in Augusta, GA.
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Ratings
Overall value
Is this place worth the price?
Not worth it
Worth it
Course quality
How well maintained is the course?
Poor
Excellent
Walkability rating
How walkable is this course?
Hard to walk
Easy to walk
Beginner friendliness
It's tough to be a beginner sometimes
Not good for beginners
Beginner friendly
Scenic views
We get it, you're just playing for the beauty
Not scenic
Beautiful views!
Crowdedness rating
How crowded is this place?
Not crowded
Very crowded
Food rating
Great golf is one thing, but what does the menu at the 19th hole look like?
No thanks
Delicious!
Practice rating
How good is this place for practicing your game?
Not good
Great
Our verdict
We do not have enough ratings for this course. Please check back soon, or even better, give your ratings for Augusta National Golf Club!
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- Address
- 2604 Washington Road, Augusta, GA (view on map)
- Phone number
- +1 706-667-6000
Overview
Cypress Point Club is a 18 hole, par 72 golf course located in Pebble Beach, CA.
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Ratings
Overall value
Is this place worth the price?
Not worth it
Worth it
Course quality
How well maintained is the course?
Poor
Excellent
Walkability rating
How walkable is this course?
Hard to walk
Easy to walk
Beginner friendliness
It's tough to be a beginner sometimes
Not good for beginners
Beginner friendly
Scenic views
We get it, you're just playing for the beauty
Not scenic
Beautiful views!
Crowdedness rating
How crowded is this place?
Not crowded
Very crowded
Food rating
Great golf is one thing, but what does the menu at the 19th hole look like?
No thanks
Delicious!
Practice rating
How good is this place for practicing your game?
Not good
Great
Our verdict
We do not have enough ratings for this course. Please check back soon, or even better, give your ratings for Cypress Point Club!
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- Address
- 3150 17 Mile Drive, Pebble Beach, CA (view on map)
- Phone number
- +1 831-624-2223
Overview
Shinnecock Hills Golf Course is a 18 hole, par 70 golf course located in Southampton, NY.
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Ratings
Overall value
Is this place worth the price?
Not worth it
Worth it
Course quality
How well maintained is the course?
Poor
Excellent
Walkability rating
How walkable is this course?
Hard to walk
Easy to walk
Beginner friendliness
It's tough to be a beginner sometimes
Not good for beginners
Beginner friendly
Scenic views
We get it, you're just playing for the beauty
Not scenic
Beautiful views!
Crowdedness rating
How crowded is this place?
Not crowded
Very crowded
Food rating
Great golf is one thing, but what does the menu at the 19th hole look like?
No thanks
Delicious!
Practice rating
How good is this place for practicing your game?
Not good
Great
Our verdict
We do not have enough ratings for this course. Please check back soon, or even better, give your ratings for Shinnecock Hills Golf Course!
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- Address
- 200 Tuckahoe Road, Southampton, NY (view on map)
- Phone number
- +1 631-283-1310
Overview
Oakmont Country Club is a 18 hole, par 71 golf course located in Oakmont, PA.
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Ratings
Overall value
Is this place worth the price?
Not worth it
Worth it
Course quality
How well maintained is the course?
Poor
Excellent
Walkability rating
How walkable is this course?
Hard to walk
Easy to walk
Beginner friendliness
It's tough to be a beginner sometimes
Not good for beginners
Beginner friendly
Scenic views
We get it, you're just playing for the beauty
Not scenic
Beautiful views!
Crowdedness rating
How crowded is this place?
Not crowded
Very crowded
Food rating
Great golf is one thing, but what does the menu at the 19th hole look like?
No thanks
Delicious!
Practice rating
How good is this place for practicing your game?
Not good
Great
Our verdict
We do not have enough ratings for this course. Please check back soon, or even better, give your ratings for Oakmont Country Club!
Play Oakmont Country Club
- Address
- 1233 Hulton Road, Oakmont, PA (view on map)
- Phone number
- +1 412-828-8000
Merion Golf Club
East Course
Overview
East Course is a 18 hole, par 70 golf course located in Ardmore, PA.
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Ratings
Overall value
Is this place worth the price?
Not worth it
Worth it
Course quality
How well maintained is the course?
Poor
Excellent
Walkability rating
How walkable is this course?
Hard to walk
Easy to walk
Beginner friendliness
It's tough to be a beginner sometimes
Not good for beginners
Beginner friendly
Scenic views
We get it, you're just playing for the beauty
Not scenic
Beautiful views!
Crowdedness rating
How crowded is this place?
Not crowded
Very crowded
Food rating
Great golf is one thing, but what does the menu at the 19th hole look like?
No thanks
Delicious!
Practice rating
How good is this place for practicing your game?
Not good
Great
Our verdict
We do not have enough ratings for this course. Please check back soon, or even better, give your ratings for East Course!
Play East Course
- Address
- 450 Ardmore Avenue, Ardmore, PA (view on map)
- Phone number
- +1 610-642-5600
- Website
- https://meriongolfclub.com/
Overview
National Golf Links of America is a 18 hole, par 72 golf course located in Southampton, NY.
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Ratings
Overall value
Is this place worth the price?
Not worth it
Worth it
Course quality
How well maintained is the course?
Poor
Excellent
Walkability rating
How walkable is this course?
Hard to walk
Easy to walk
Beginner friendliness
It's tough to be a beginner sometimes
Not good for beginners
Beginner friendly
Scenic views
We get it, you're just playing for the beauty
Not scenic
Beautiful views!
Crowdedness rating
How crowded is this place?
Not crowded
Very crowded
Food rating
Great golf is one thing, but what does the menu at the 19th hole look like?
No thanks
Delicious!
Practice rating
How good is this place for practicing your game?
Not good
Great
Our verdict
We do not have enough ratings for this course. Please check back soon, or even better, give your ratings for National Golf Links of America!
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- Address
- Sebonac Inlet Road, Southampton, NY (view on map)
- Phone number
- +1 631-283-0410
- Website
- https://natgolflinks.org
Overview
Sand Hills Golf Club is a 18 hole, par 71 golf course located in Mullen, NE.
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Ratings
Overall value
Is this place worth the price?
Not worth it
Worth it
Course quality
How well maintained is the course?
Poor
Excellent
Walkability rating
How walkable is this course?
Hard to walk
Easy to walk
Beginner friendliness
It's tough to be a beginner sometimes
Not good for beginners
Beginner friendly
Scenic views
We get it, you're just playing for the beauty
Not scenic
Beautiful views!
Crowdedness rating
How crowded is this place?
Not crowded
Very crowded
Food rating
Great golf is one thing, but what does the menu at the 19th hole look like?
No thanks
Delicious!
Practice rating
How good is this place for practicing your game?
Not good
Great
Our verdict
We do not have enough ratings for this course. Please check back soon, or even better, give your ratings for Sand Hills Golf Club!
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- Address
- Highway 97 Mile Marker 55, Mullen, NE (view on map)
- Phone number
- +1 308-546-2237
Overview
Fishers Island Club is a 18 hole, par 72 golf course located in Fishers Island, NY.
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Ratings
Overall value
Is this place worth the price?
Not worth it
Worth it
Course quality
How well maintained is the course?
Poor
Excellent
Walkability rating
How walkable is this course?
Hard to walk
Easy to walk
Beginner friendliness
It's tough to be a beginner sometimes
Not good for beginners
Beginner friendly
Scenic views
We get it, you're just playing for the beauty
Not scenic
Beautiful views!
Crowdedness rating
How crowded is this place?
Not crowded
Very crowded
Food rating
Great golf is one thing, but what does the menu at the 19th hole look like?
No thanks
Delicious!
Practice rating
How good is this place for practicing your game?
Not good
Great
Our verdict
We do not have enough ratings for this course. Please check back soon, or even better, give your ratings for Fishers Island Club!
Play Fishers Island Club
- Address
- 20449 East Main Road, Fishers Island, NY (view on map)
- Phone number
- +1 631-788-7223
Overview
Seminole Golf Club is a 18 hole, par 72 golf course located in Juno Beach, FL.
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Ratings
Overall value
Is this place worth the price?
Not worth it
Worth it
Course quality
How well maintained is the course?
Poor
Excellent
Walkability rating
How walkable is this course?
Hard to walk
Easy to walk
Beginner friendliness
It's tough to be a beginner sometimes
Not good for beginners
Beginner friendly
Scenic views
We get it, you're just playing for the beauty
Not scenic
Beautiful views!
Crowdedness rating
How crowded is this place?
Not crowded
Very crowded
Food rating
Great golf is one thing, but what does the menu at the 19th hole look like?
No thanks
Delicious!
Practice rating
How good is this place for practicing your game?
Not good
Great
Our verdict
We do not have enough ratings for this course. Please check back soon, or even better, give your ratings for Seminole Golf Club!
Play Seminole Golf Club
- Address
- 901 Seminole Blvd, Juno Beach, FL (view on map)
- Phone number
- +1 561-626-0280
Winged Foot Golf Club
West Course
Overview
West Course is a 18 hole, par 72 golf course located in Mamaroneck, NY.
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Ratings
Overall value
Is this place worth the price?
Not worth it
Worth it
Course quality
How well maintained is the course?
Poor
Excellent
Walkability rating
How walkable is this course?
Hard to walk
Easy to walk
Beginner friendliness
It's tough to be a beginner sometimes
Not good for beginners
Beginner friendly
Scenic views
We get it, you're just playing for the beauty
Not scenic
Beautiful views!
Crowdedness rating
How crowded is this place?
Not crowded
Very crowded
Food rating
Great golf is one thing, but what does the menu at the 19th hole look like?
No thanks
Delicious!
Practice rating
How good is this place for practicing your game?
Not good
Great
Our verdict
We do not have enough ratings for this course. Please check back soon, or even better, give your ratings for West Course!
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- Address
- 851 Fennimore Road, Mamaroneck, NY (view on map)
- Phone number
- +1 914-698-6470
- Website
- https://wfgc.org/
Overview
Chicago Golf Club is a 18 hole, par 70 golf course located in Wheaton, IL.
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Ratings
Overall value
Is this place worth the price?
Not worth it
Worth it
Course quality
How well maintained is the course?
Poor
Excellent
Walkability rating
How walkable is this course?
Hard to walk
Easy to walk
Beginner friendliness
It's tough to be a beginner sometimes
Not good for beginners
Beginner friendly
Scenic views
We get it, you're just playing for the beauty
Not scenic
Beautiful views!
Crowdedness rating
How crowded is this place?
Not crowded
Very crowded
Food rating
Great golf is one thing, but what does the menu at the 19th hole look like?
No thanks
Delicious!
Practice rating
How good is this place for practicing your game?
Not good
Great
Our verdict
We do not have enough ratings for this course. Please check back soon, or even better, give your ratings for Chicago Golf Club!
Play Chicago Golf Club
- Address
- 25W253 Warrenville Road, Wheaton, IL (view on map)
- Phone number
- +1 630-665-2988
Overview
Crystal Downs Country Club is a 18 hole, par 70 golf course located in Frankfort, MI.
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Ratings
Overall value
Is this place worth the price?
Not worth it
Worth it
Course quality
How well maintained is the course?
Poor
Excellent
Walkability rating
How walkable is this course?
Hard to walk
Easy to walk
Beginner friendliness
It's tough to be a beginner sometimes
Not good for beginners
Beginner friendly
Scenic views
We get it, you're just playing for the beauty
Not scenic
Beautiful views!
Crowdedness rating
How crowded is this place?
Not crowded
Very crowded
Food rating
Great golf is one thing, but what does the menu at the 19th hole look like?
No thanks
Delicious!
Practice rating
How good is this place for practicing your game?
Not good
Great
Our verdict
We do not have enough ratings for this course. Please check back soon, or even better, give your ratings for Crystal Downs Country Club!
Play Crystal Downs Country Club
- Address
- 249 Crystal Downs Drive, Frankfort, MI (view on map)
- Phone number
- +1 231-352-9933
Overview
St. Louis Country Club is a 18 hole, par 71 golf course located in Saint Louis, MO.
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Ratings
Overall value
Is this place worth the price?
Not worth it
Worth it
Course quality
How well maintained is the course?
Poor
Excellent
Walkability rating
How walkable is this course?
Hard to walk
Easy to walk
Beginner friendliness
It's tough to be a beginner sometimes
Not good for beginners
Beginner friendly
Scenic views
We get it, you're just playing for the beauty
Not scenic
Beautiful views!
Crowdedness rating
How crowded is this place?
Not crowded
Very crowded
Food rating
Great golf is one thing, but what does the menu at the 19th hole look like?
No thanks
Delicious!
Practice rating
How good is this place for practicing your game?
Not good
Great
Our verdict
We do not have enough ratings for this course. Please check back soon, or even better, give your ratings for St. Louis Country Club!
Play St. Louis Country Club
- Address
- 400 Barnes Road, Saint Louis, MO (view on map)
- Phone number
- +1 314-994-0017
Overview
Friar's Head is a 18 hole, par 71 golf course located in Riverhead, NY.
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Ratings
Overall value
Is this place worth the price?
Not worth it
Worth it
Course quality
How well maintained is the course?
Poor
Excellent
Walkability rating
How walkable is this course?
Hard to walk
Easy to walk
Beginner friendliness
It's tough to be a beginner sometimes
Not good for beginners
Beginner friendly
Scenic views
We get it, you're just playing for the beauty
Not scenic
Beautiful views!
Crowdedness rating
How crowded is this place?
Not crowded
Very crowded
Food rating
Great golf is one thing, but what does the menu at the 19th hole look like?
No thanks
Delicious!
Practice rating
How good is this place for practicing your game?
Not good
Great
Our verdict
We do not have enough ratings for this course. Please check back soon, or even better, give your ratings for Friar's Head!
Play Friar's Head
- Address
- 3000 Sound Avenue, Riverhead, NY (view on map)
- Phone number
- +1 631-722-6010
- Website
- https://friarshead.org/
The Los Angeles Country Club
North Course
Overview
North Course is a 18 hole, par 70 golf course located in Los Angeles, CA.
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Ratings
Overall value
Is this place worth the price?
Not worth it
Worth it
Course quality
How well maintained is the course?
Poor
Excellent
Walkability rating
How walkable is this course?
Hard to walk
Easy to walk
Beginner friendliness
It's tough to be a beginner sometimes
Not good for beginners
Beginner friendly
Scenic views
We get it, you're just playing for the beauty
Not scenic
Beautiful views!
Crowdedness rating
How crowded is this place?
Not crowded
Very crowded
Food rating
Great golf is one thing, but what does the menu at the 19th hole look like?
No thanks
Delicious!
Practice rating
How good is this place for practicing your game?
Not good
Great
Our verdict
We do not have enough ratings for this course. Please check back soon, or even better, give your ratings for North Course!
Play North Course
- Address
- 10101 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA (view on map)
- Phone number
- +1 310-276-6104
- Website
- https://thelacc.org