Golf Courses

The Cascades Follow

VA

Regarded as one of the finest mountain courses in the country, The Cascades is an 18-hole, par-71 championship golf course designed by legendary architect William S. Flynn. Located in Hot Springs, Virginia, it is set against the dramatic backdrop of the Allegheny Mountains and features varied terrain that influences play rather than dictates it. The course offers multiple tee options ranging from 4,917 yards (forward tees) to 6,729 yards (blue tees), with ratings and slopes accommodating golfers of all skill levels. The Cascades is nationally ranked and frequently appears on lists of the best Southern courses, including Golfweek magazine's "#1 Best Golf Courses You Can Play in Each State" and Golf Digest's "America's 100 Greatest Public Golf Courses." The course is historically significant as the launching point of Sam Snead's legendary golf career. It has also been featured in Golfweek's Best 2024 Resort Golf Courses. The challenging layout emphasizes strategic play through its natural mountain terrain, making it a premier destination for resort golf.

The Cascades Golf Club Follow

TX

The Castle Course Follow

Fife

The Castle Course at Northern Bay Follow

WI

Northern Bay Resort features a replica golf course built in 2005, offering golfers the unique opportunity to play recreations of the most celebrated holes in professional golf. The course includes iconic replica holes from prestigious venues such as Augusta National (13th and 16th holes), TPC at Sawgrass (17th island green), Firestone Country Club (16th), Bay Hill (18th), Oakmont Country Club (3rd), and Oakland Hills (5th). Located in Arkdale, Wisconsin, the course is designed to provide tour-level conditions with fairways, pitch and roll, and greens featuring professional-standard speed. Each replica hole receives meticulous attention to detail in its design and construction. The layout challenges golfers of all skill levels by recreating the strategic demands and hazards of its signature holes, including water features like Rae's Creek and island greens. Notable holes feature the anxiety-inducing island green at TPC Sawgrass and demanding par shots at Firestone. The course delivers a comprehensive professional golfing experience, allowing players to compete against famous holes from championship venues.

The Causeway Club Follow

ME

The Causeway Club is a nine-hole golf course founded in 1920, located in Southwest Harbor on Mount Desert Island, Maine. Situated on the shores of Norwood Cove, the course features spectacular backdrop views of Acadia National Park, Flying Mountain, Beech Mountain, and Acadia Mountain. The layout requires players to use every club in their bag across the nine holes, making it a comprehensive short course experience. The setting includes views of Somes Sound, a seven-mile fjord, Great Harbor, and the Cranberry Islands. Access to the village of Southwest Harbor is via a classic granite causeway spanning reversing tidal falls. The scenic location offers additional entertainment from osprey and bald eagle activity. As one of Maine's best nine-hole tracks, the Causeway Club combines challenging golf with a picturesque coastal New England setting. The club also features pool and tennis facilities overlooking Somes Sound.

The Caversham Follow

Oxfordshire

The Caversham is home to the Eyston Course, a championship-level inland links layout designed by renowned Canadian architect Tom McBroom-his inaugural UK project. Built to USGA standards and fully redesigned over two years, the course features eight different playing layouts through cleverly configured tee combinations, making it accessible to golfers of all abilities while providing a formidable challenge from the championship tees. Located in Mapledurham, Reading, Berkshire, the course opened as the home of Reading Golf Club in April 2021. The venue sits on inland terrain with south-west facing views and includes extensive practice facilities. The Eyston Course has garnered positive industry recognition for its design quality and playability. The club offers a comprehensive golfing experience with a refurbished clubhouse featuring a golf-oriented gym, fitness suite, restaurant, and bar with terraced areas overlooking the grounds. Future development includes a planned six-hole academy course to complement the championship layout and enhance junior and beginner coaching programmes.

The Cedars Golf Course Follow

TN

The Challenge at Cypress Hills Follow

TX

The Challenge at Cypress Hills is an 18-hole par 71 course measuring 6,762 yards from the longest tees, designed by Clint Mace Sr. and opened in 2009. The greens were reconditioned in 2010 with Champion Bermuda grass. Located in Waskom just minutes from the state line, the course is popular with residents of both Texas and Louisiana. The course leverages East Texas terrain to create a unique and demanding layout that tests every part of a player's game, requiring accuracy off the tee, good course management, and precision approach shots and putting. The back nine is slightly shorter with one par 5 but plays approximately 4 to 5 strokes harder, with each hole offering unique challenges. All fairways are tree-lined with tall Texas pines throughout the course. Greens range from 20 to 40 yards and vary in shape from small ovals to long oblongs, with some raised, turtle-top shaped, or flat designs, and most feature slopes, tiers, or ridges for putting interest. The course has only six bunkers filled with white, soft sand.

The Challenge at Manele Follow

HI

The 7,039-yard, par 72 championship course was designed by Jack Nicklaus. Carved out of the rugged coast, the Challenge at Manele sprawls across ancient lava fields, with 180-degree ocean panoramas from every hole. The course is located on the southern coast of Lanai, Hawaii, perched atop 200-foot cliffs, and is operated as part of the Four Seasons Resort Lanai at Manele Bay. The five-tee concept challenges the best golfers - tee shots over natural gorges and ravines must be precise - and novice players will enjoy practicing their swing amid spectacular vistas. The course is notable for its dramatic ocean-side holes, particularly the twelfth hole with 200 yards of churning waves to cross, and three ocean-cove holes, including the par-3 12th and dogleg-right par-4 17th. Jack Nicklaus considers Manele Golf Course to be one of his finest designs, ideal for a championship event, yet comfortable for a round among friends. The course has received recognition including Conde Nast Traveler Top 100 Golf Resorts and Golf Magazine Gold Medal Resort. Manele, previously called The Challenge at Manele, unseated Kapalua's Plantation course as the highest-ranked public course in Hawaii several years ago.

The Challenge at the Woods Follow

TX

The Challenge Golf Club Follow

NC

The Challenge Golf Club is a championship 18-hole course located in Graham, North Carolina, featuring a 6,828-yard Par 72 layout. Sculpted from rolling hills and scenically winding along the Haw River, the course offers some of the most visually appealing holes in the region. In 2019, it was voted the 24th Most Improved Golf Course in America by Golf Advisor and has consistently ranked in North Carolina's Top 100 courses. The course design balances challenge with playability, providing a rigorous test of shot-making and ability for experienced golfers while remaining accessible to players of all skill levels. The property features amenities beyond golf, including a full-service clubhouse with dining facilities, a swimming pool, and professional golf instruction programs tailored to various skill levels. The Challenge accommodates both daily-fee play and membership options, hosting tournaments and outings in a professional setting. Its combination of scenic riverfront positioning, strategic design elements, and comprehensive facilities makes it a notable facility in the North Carolina golf community.

The Champions Club Follow

FL

The Champions Course at Weeks Park Follow

TX

The Champions Course at Weeks Park is an 18-hole facility that was renovated in 2008 and designed by Jeffrey D. Brauer. The course boasts over 7,300 yards of golf, five tee boxes on each hole, Tifway 419 fairways, and Bentgrass greens. Located in the heart of Weeks Park in Wichita Falls, Texas, the course sits along both sides of Holliday Creek, bounded by Midwestern Parkway on the north and Southwest Parkway on the south. The course is owned by the City of Wichita Falls and operated by A.P.G.L. management. The renovation accomplished the goal of providing an upscale municipal golf course for the Texoma region. The Dallas Morning News ranked The Champions Course 9th out of the top 50 golf courses in Texas under $54.00 for 2019.

The Chase Golf Club Follow

Staffordshire

The Chase Golf and Country Club is an 18-hole golf course located in the heart of Staffordshire, nestled near Penkridge. The course is part of a larger golf and country club complex that has been privately owned and operated by the Simmons Family since 2009. The facility features a full-service golf operation including an 18-hole championship course, a TrackMan Driving Range currently undergoing renovation, and a fully stocked Professional Golf Shop offering tuition from beginner to expert level. The course operates on both main and winter greens, with trolleys and buggies permitted for play. As a family-focused venue, The Chase provides comprehensive golfing facilities alongside extensive leisure amenities including a health club with gym facilities, wellness centre with treatments, a hotel with 17 boutique rooms, and the Woodlands Restaurant serving contemporary British cuisine. The club welcomes both members and visiting golfers, positioning itself as a premier regional destination for golf combined with hospitality and wellness services. The grounds offer peaceful views overlooking the course and serve as a venue for weddings, private functions, and corporate events.

The Chief Golf Course Follow

MI

The Chief Golf Course, located in Bellaire, Michigan, is known as the "Spirit of the North" and represents one of Northern Michigan's premier golf destinations. The course features a fully-stocked pro shop and offers membership opportunities for regular players. The facility caters to various needs, providing traditional golf rounds alongside modern amenities including Trackman simulators for year-round play. Additional facilities on the property include the Blue Pelican Inn and Roost Executive Cabin lodging options, accommodating visiting golfers. The Chief also hosts weddings, banquets, and special events, with an on-site bar and grill. The course maintains an e-club membership option and provides GPS and flyover technology for golfers. Its setting in Northern Michigan's landscape positions it as a destination course for those seeking a complete golf experience combining traditional play with contemporary golf technology and hospitality services.

The Chimneys Golf Course Follow

GA

The Chimneys Golf Course is an 18-hole public course located in Winder, Georgia, playing to a par 72 at 6,384 yards across five tee sets. The course is distinguished by its signature feature: abundant native rock hand-laid throughout the greens, fairways, and pedestal tees, creating visual accent and character. Set in an undisturbed natural landscape, The Chimneys emphasizes raw beauty and environmental stewardship rather than residential development. The course employs recycled water irrigation to maintain playability year-round and incorporates areas of tall fescue grass to minimize mowing impact. The design accommodates golfers of all abilities across its five tee options. Head Superintendent Tom Thebeau manages the course with attention to agronomy and ecological practices. The layout includes notable features such as hole #14, which showcases the course's aesthetic approach. Owned by the City of Winder, The Chimneys positions itself as a golf-focused public facility emphasizing inclusivity and a welcoming, casual atmosphere rather than exclusive or tournament-oriented play. The course is recognized among top-rated facilities in Georgia.

The Citrus Club at La Quinta Resort - Citrus Course Follow

CA

The Citrus Club at La Quinta Resort - Dunes Course Follow

CA

The Citrus Club at La Quinta Resort - Mountain Course Follow

CA

The Classic Follow

MI

The Classic is an 18-hole course at the Otsego Resort facility in Gaylord, Michigan, featuring 6,348 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. The course was designed by William H. Diddel, one of the country's finest golf course architects of his time, and became the founding course of the Gaylord Golf Mecca. The golf course sprawls across scenic parkland that overlooks the nearby Sturgeon River Valley. The greens are fast and the player-friendly fairways are wide and welcoming to beginners, while the course offers enough challenges for the most skilled golfers. The greens are kept at a very quick pace and are considered by some players the best in Northern Michigan. The traditional, "Country Club" design of The Classic provides a no gimmicks honest approach to the game. The signature hole, number 18, is a par 4 measuring 310 yards from the back tees - where golfers hit from one ski slope top to another. A glance back from the number 18 green offers the same panoramic twenty mile view as seen from the historic main lodge.

The Classic at Madden's Follow

MN

The Classic at Madden's is an 18-hole, par-72 course with six tee options ranging from 4,859 to 7,102 yards. The course was designed by course superintendent Scott Hoffmann in consultation with veteran course architect Geoff Cornish. Located near Brainerd on Gull Lake in northern Minnesota, the course is part of Madden's on Gull Lake, which has been a leader in Minnesota golf resorts since 1926. The Classic features challenging terrain with rolling hills, narrow pine-lined fairways, and occasional water hazards from sidehill or downhill lies. The course includes over 50 sand traps filled with white sand and water hazards on 15 of 18 holes. The design offers a classic golf experience with an early to mid-century parkland country club feel, featuring grass stretching from the tee to the putting surface with minimal forced carries, giving it a more mature appearance than many newer courses. The Classic is rated in America's Top 100 Greatest Public Courses (#80 in 2025) by Golf Digest and Top 200 Resort Courses (#76 in 2025) by Golfweek. The course was rated by Golf Digest Magazine as one of the 'Best New Upscale Public Courses in North America for 1997'. The Classic has hosted the Minnesota State Amateur Championship, including the 122nd edition in 2025.

The Classic Country Club Follow

제주특별자치도

The Classic Country Club is an 18-hole, par-72 golf course located in Namwon-eup, Seogwipo, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province, South Korea. The course spans 7,346 yards and was designed by Nicklaus Design Company, a firm known for its global portfolio of over 400 courses. The design philosophy emphasizes integrating with the natural landscape, aiming to provide a playing experience that combines aesthetic beauty with engaging gameplay. The course features bent grass greens and medium-grass fairways, offering a specific playing surface that influences the speed and roll of the ball. As a Nicklaus Design project, the layout is intended to challenge golfers while showcasing the natural terrain of Jeju Island. The resort provides various amenities, including a restaurant and facilities for members and visitors, supporting the overall golfing experience. Located in the southern part of Jeju Island, the course benefits from the island's distinct geographical setting. The design by Nicklaus Design Company seeks to maximize the existing topography, creating a course that respects the natural environment of the region. The club operates as a private or semi-private facility, with membership and tee time reservations managed through their dedicated systems.

The Classic Golf Club Follow

福岡県

The Classic Golf Club is a 27-hole facility located in Miyakonojo, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan, designed by Syoichi Suzuki. Opened in 1990, the course is divided into three distinct nine-hole layouts: the King, Queen, and Prince courses. The King Course serves as the club's flagship layout, featuring a par 36 and a total yardage of 3,546 yards from the back tees. The Queen Course, also a par 36, measures 3,507 yards from the back tees and is characterized by a large pond that serves as a central strategic element. The Prince Course rounds out the 27 holes with a par 36 layout measuring 3,479 yards from the back tees, known for its doglegs and elevation changes. Suzuki, who studied under the renowned designer Osamu Ueda, applied his signature style of unique curves and water features to the property. The terrain consists of gentle hills running north to south, natural ponds, and surrounding mountain ridges. The club has hosted several major national tournaments, including the 1995 All Japan Women's Professional Golf Championship, the 2017 All Japan Senior Open Golf Championship, and the 2020 All Japan Women's Open Golf Championship. These events have established the course as a serious testing ground for professional golfers, with the King and Queen courses typically utilized for major championship play. The course design emphasizes strategic shot-making, with the King Course offering a balanced mix of long par-4s and par-5s alongside shorter par-3s. The Queen Course presents significant water hazards, particularly on the par-5 3rd and par-5 6th holes, which stretch over 500 yards from the back tees. The Prince Course provides variety through its dogleg holes and undulating terrain, including a long par-5 6th hole that measures 569 yards from the back tees. The total yardage for the 27 holes is 10,416 yards, with a combined par of 108. The club has undergone various course modifications over the years, including renovations by Benjamin Warren, to maintain its status as a tournament-ready facility. The King Course is often described as the starting point for national flagship tournaments, reflecting its prominence within the club's hierarchy. The Queen Course is noted for its memory-inducing design that balances natural beauty with strategic challenges, while the Prince Course has remained a favorite among members for its varied and engaging layout.

The Classics Course at Lely Resort Follow

FL