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The Ridge Golf Club is an 18-hole championship course located in Sioux Center, Iowa, stretching to 7,200 yards with a par of 71. The course is designed to accommodate golfers of all ability levels, featuring generous fairways and green complexes alongside challenging conditions for skilled players. The layout provides an excellent balance between accessibility and difficulty, making it suitable for both recreational and competitive rounds. The Ridge has earned significant recognition within the golf community, including being named the 2012 Iowa Golf Course of the Year and the 2023 Facility of the Year by the Nebraska Section PGA. The course hosted the prestigious 2019 Iowa State Amateur Championship, demonstrating its credentials as a quality competitive venue. Beyond the course itself, The Ridge offers comprehensive amenities including a fully stocked golf shop, practice facilities, and The Ridge Grill, which provides dining and social gathering space. The facility also accommodates banquets and receptions, making it a versatile venue for golf outings and events. The course is meticulously maintained and emphasizes providing an enjoyable experience across all aspects of a golf visit.

The Ridge at Castle Pines North ☆ Follow

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The Ridge at Castle Pines North, located south of Denver, Colorado, is an 18-hole championship course designed by Tom Weiskopf. The layout features roomy fairways, sculpted bunkers, and large, rolling greens characteristic of Weiskopf's design philosophy. Carved from a forest of Gambel Oaks and Ponderosa Pines in the Front Range foothills, the course combines wooded terrain with open sections offering panoramic views south to Pike's Peak, Devil's Head, Mount Evans, and distant views of downtown Denver and Denver International Airport. The signature finishing hole 18 overlooks the Castle Rock valley. The course presents a well-proportioned challenge with strategic bunkering and undulating greens. It has earned recognition from major golf publications including Golf Magazine, Golfweek, Golf Digest, and Golf Advisor. The Ridge has been voted Colorado's top golf course five times by Colorado Avid Golfer and multiple times as the top Denver-region course. It has also been recognized as the "Best Course to Hold a Corporate Event" by Colorado Biz Magazine.

The Ridge Club ☆ Follow

MA

The Ridge Club is an 18-hole, par 71 golf course in Sandwich, Massachusetts, designed by renowned architect Robert Von Hagge. The course features distinctive fescue-covered mounds and significant elevation changes throughout, creating a challenging and visually striking layout that accommodates golfers of all skill levels. The design incorporates five par 3s, five par 5s, and eight par 4s with multiple tee options for different abilities. Signature features include the island green at hole 17 and a notable tree featured in the club's logo that plays a role in hole 3's strategy. The course is characterized by strategic bunkering, including prominent pot bunkers protecting several greens, and water hazards that come into play on select holes. The layout demands precision from the tee, particularly on dogleg holes, with elevation changes affecting both tee shots and approach play. Hole 12 is the longest at 574 yards from the black tees, while hole 8 is rated as the most difficult. The course's architecture emphasizes shot-making variety and strategic decision-making, with subtle green slopes and undulation patterns adding complexity to the putting surfaces. The scenic routing includes memorable approach shots and varied terrain throughout the round.

The Ridge Country Club ☆ Follow

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The Ridge Golf Club ☆ Follow

PA

The Ridge Golf Club is a PGA-owned and operated facility located in Waterford, Pennsylvania, spanning 127 acres. The course is an 18-hole par 71 layout that offers five sets of tees to accommodate golfers of all skill levels, ensuring accessibility from beginners to experienced players. The setting features breathtaking views throughout the course, with the terrain and landscape providing scenic vistas at every turn. The club emphasizes turf quality and has recently enhanced its green complexes as part of ongoing course improvements. Notable amenities include a recently renovated clubhouse with a patio overlooking the 18th hole, ideal for post-round dining and relaxation. The facility also offers a new practice facility for skill refinement. The Ridge Grill provides dining options for members and guests. The club has been operating for multiple seasons and continues to focus on delivering a complete golfing experience combining challenging play with exceptional clubhouse amenities and dining.

The Ridge Golf Club ☆ Follow

Kent

The Ridge Golf Club is located in Kent's picturesque Weald landscape, offering breathtaking views across the countryside. Designed by Patrick Dawson, architect of The Belfry, the course spans 6,242 yards with a par of 71. The layout features approximately 20,000 established trees, creating a mature and distinctive character enhanced by the scenic vistas. The course is built on greensand with naturally draining features, allowing play throughout the year. Two strategically positioned lakes provide challenges on the 1st, 8th, and 18th holes. The design demonstrates careful consideration of course management and player experience. The facility offers comprehensive practice amenities, including an 11-bay driving range, a short game practice area with bunker, and a practice putting green. The club welcomes golfers of all abilities and provides instruction for beginners seeking to learn the fundamentals of golf before playing the course.

The Ridge Golf Club ☆ Follow

UT

The Ridge Golf Club is an 18-hole public golf course located in West Valley City, Utah, nestled in the foothills of the Oquirrh Mountains. Originally opened in 1991 as West Ridge Golf Club, the course was redesigned by renowned architect Gene Bates following land acquisition by the state for the Mountain View Corridor project. Bates, known for designing notable courses including Old Mill, Riverbend, and Soldier Hollow, created a layout catering to players of all abilities. The course offers sought-after public tee times in the Salt Lake City area and features breathtaking views of the Wasatch Front and downtown Salt Lake City. The facility includes The Overlook Grille restaurant and reception center, located on the clubhouse's top floor, providing panoramic sunset views ideal for events. The Ridge accommodates various player levels with flexible walk-or-ride options and offers special rates for military, seniors, and juniors. The course hosts multiple competitive leagues including men's, ladies', and veterans' associations, as well as regional tournaments and high school competitions.

The Ridge Golf Course & Driving Range ☆ Follow

New South Wales

The Ridge Golf Course and Driving Range is a public access facility located in Barden Ridge in the Sutherland Shire of NSW. The course features couch fairways and bent grass greens, which are claimed to be among the best of any public course in NSW. It caters to golfers of all ages and abilities, offering championship-level golf at affordable rates. The facility includes a 52-bay night-lit driving range, one of Australia's best short game practice areas, and comprehensive coaching services provided by PGA Professionals. The course is available to public players seven days a week and features BBQ facilities and a well-stocked Pro Shop. The Ridge offers various programs including group clinics for ladies, beginners, adults, and juniors, along with individual coaching options. Additional amenities include club and cart hire services, twilight golf options, and supervised practice programs utilizing Trackman and CAPTO Putt Lab technology.

The Ridges Golf Course ☆ Follow

WI

The Ridges Golf Course is an 18-hole course located in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, featuring two distinctly different nine-hole layouts. The front nine emphasizes length with man-made hazards, while the back nine showcases natural challenges created by the landscape. The back nine begins on an actual ridge with elevated tee shots overlooking towering pines, Buena Vista Creek, and a flourishing valley floor more than 80 feet below. This section is characterized by wooded, tight fairways where many members recommend leaving the driver in the bag. The course presents an enjoyable yet challenging experience, with the back nine being notably more demanding than the front. The terrain transitions from the front nine's manicured layout to the back nine's natural, wooded environment. The Ridges distinguishes itself among Central Wisconsin golf options through its unique design and challenging gameplay. The course is known for its high-quality maintenance and regular improvements. A notable feature includes hole #11, a 100-yard par 3 with a hole-in-one challenge promotion. The facility also offers an outdoor patio with views overlooking hole #10 and Buena Vista Creek, along with dining amenities.

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NJ

The Rim Golf Club ☆ Follow

AZ

The Rim Golf Club is located in Payson, Arizona, nestled in the Mogollon Rim Country amid the largest stand of Ponderosa Pines in the nation. Situated at an elevation of 5,000 feet, the course offers year-round tournament-condition golf play with mild, consistent weather across all four seasons. The club operates as a premier gated golf community in the southwestern United States, featuring a scenic mountain setting characterized by serene, picturesque landscapes. The Rim Golf Club operates in conjunction with Chaparral Pines Golf Club as a 2-for-1 membership offering. Beyond the golf course itself, the facility provides comprehensive amenities including a mountain spa and fitness center, robust youth and adult golf programs, and social gathering spaces. The community is designed to be family-friendly and welcoming, serving as one of the nation's premier gated golf course communities. The courses are open year-round and host tournaments, private events, and weddings, catering to both members within the gated community and memberships available to those outside it.

The Rise Golf Course ☆ Follow

British Columbia

The Rise Golf Course is an 18-hole championship layout located in Vernon, British Columbia, perched 1,000 feet above Okanagan Lake. Co-designed by Fred Couples and Gene Bates, the course spans over 6,600 yards and features five sets of tees to accommodate various skill levels. Carved into rocky terrain and surrounded by rolling hills, the course is characterized by dramatic elevation changes, generous fairways, and panoramic views throughout. The design balances challenge for skilled players with enjoyment for recreational golfers, incorporating strategic elements such as elevation, wind, and natural features. The mountainous setting provides stunning vistas of the Okanagan Valley from nearly every hole. Amenities include a full-service practice facility and GPS-equipped golf carts. The course also offers unique access options through a Fly & Stay program, featuring private helicopter and floatplane arrivals with on-site heli-pad and lake dock access. Professional course maintenance and the scenic location create a distinctive golfing experience in the region.

The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, Orlando, Grande Lakes ☆ Follow

FL

The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, Orlando, Grande Lakes is an 18-hole championship course designed by two-time British Open champion Greg Norman. Located in Central Florida, the course stretches 7,122 yards at par 72, with five sets of tees accommodating various skill levels. Greg Norman's design incorporates the region's natural landscape, featuring challenging greens, wide fairways, and strategically placed hazards that test golfers of all abilities. The course is distinguished as a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary endorsed by the United States Golf Association, reflecting its commitment to environmental stewardship and wildlife habitat protection. It has been recognized by Golf Course Management magazine as the National Resort Course winner in the "Environmental Leaders in Golf" category and holds GEO Certification. Notable features include an all-grass driving range, practice facilities, and a putting green. The course serves as the home of the PNC Championship, where major golf champions compete alongside family members. Additional amenities include a full-service clubhouse with pro shop, the Fairways Pub restaurant and bar, and instruction from PGA professional Larry Rinker. A Caddie Concierge program provides personalized course guidance and support.

The Ritz-Carlton Members Golf Club ☆ Follow

FL

The Ritz-Carlton Members Golf Club is a private 18-hole championship course designed by Tom Fazio, located on 315 acres in Lakewood Ranch near Sarasota, Florida. The course is situated within a gated community without residential development on its perimeter, offering an exclusive golf experience. The layout features abundant elevation changes and picturesque lakes throughout—notable characteristics for the Sarasota area. The course is magnificently sculpted to reflect the natural beauty of its lush, tropical landscape environment. The design emphasizes playability while maintaining championship-level challenge, integrating the terrain's natural features into strategic hole designs. The course operates as part of The Ritz-Carlton Members Club, a comprehensive facility that also includes beach club amenities and spa services, accessible through a single membership. The golf offering stands as the signature recreational component of this private club experience in Southwest Florida.

The River Club ☆ Follow

FL

The River Club is an 18-hole golf course designed by Ron Garl, located in Bradenton, Florida, approximately one mile east of I-75. The course has earned recognition as a Golf Digest "Places to Play" Four Star Facility, indicating its quality and appeal to both experienced and beginning golfers. The course is situated in a scenic setting with panoramic views accessible from the on-site restaurant. The layout is designed to accommodate golfers of varying skill levels, offering an accessible yet challenging experience for seasoned players. Beyond the course itself, The River Club provides comprehensive amenities including a full-service Pro Shop, driving range, golf instruction, and an on-site restaurant with course views. The facility operates seven days a week from 7 AM to 6 PM, making it readily accessible to the golfing public. Its convenient location near major Florida cities including Sarasota, Tampa, and St. Petersburg positions it as an accessible destination for regional golfers seeking quality play.

The River Club ☆ Follow

SC

River Club is a Tom Jackson Signature Course located in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, designed and opened in 1985. Built on a former rice plantation, the course features 18 holes at par 72 with a length of approximately 6,700 yards. The layout showcases the distinctive Lowcountry landscape, characterized by meandering waterways, native vegetation, and marsh views that define South Carolina's coastal terrain. Water hazards significantly influence play, coming into action on 15 of the 18 holes. Despite this challenge, the design balances difficulty with fairness, offering a mix of precision-driven par 4s and bold shot-making opportunities. Notable signature holes include the island green par-3 14th and the dramatic par-5 18th, which features a large pond guarding the approach and presents a risk-reward finishing hole that has become one of the Myrtle Beach area's most recognizable features. The course is a member of the Hammock Coast Golf Trail and has earned a 4.5-star rating from Golf Digest's "Places to Play." River Club delivers a rewarding blend of strategic play and scenic beauty, complemented by Jackson's View Neighborhood Grill for post-round dining.

The River Course ☆ Follow

NC

The River Course is an 18-hole championship layout at River Landing in Eastern North Carolina, designed by acclaimed architect Clyde Johnston. The course features 5 tee boxes with Champion Bermuda greens and Tifway 419 Bermuda fairways, offering multiple difficulty levels for players of all abilities. Six holes run along a mile-long frontage of the Northeast Cape Fear River, which provides one of the course's defining characteristics alongside scenic lakes and lush woodlands typical of the eastern coastal plain region. The River Course opened in 1996 as the first of two championship courses at River Landing. The design takes full advantage of the natural terrain, incorporating the river and natural water features throughout the layout. The course is part of a master-planned community that includes hospitality facilities and recreational amenities. The River Course is recognized among the top courses in its region, contributing to River Landing's reputation as a premier golfing destination in the Wilmington area of North Carolina. The facility offers a championship experience while accommodating golfers across the skill spectrum through its multiple tee options.

The River Course ☆ Follow

MO

The River Course is a 9-hole par-3 layout located in Swope Park in Kansas City, Missouri, and operates as part of Heart of America Golf Course. The course features rolling fairways and undulating greens with water in play on over half of the holes, along with natural areas and the Blue River flowing through the property. With narrow landing areas and expansive, challenging greens, the layout demands accuracy and control for course management. The setting provides a scenic experience surrounded by a forest of trees and wildlife along the Blue River Glades Natural Area. The course is designed to be accessible for players of all skill levels, including kids and beginners, while offering an opportunity for golfers to hone their short game skills. It is characterized as a true undiscovered gem offering a fun, challenging, and affordable golf experience.

The River Course At Louisville Landing Recreation ☆ Follow

NY

The River Course At Louisville Landing Recreation is an 18-hole championship golf course located on the scenic St. Lawrence River, built in 1958 by designer Albert Murray. Formerly known as the Massena Country Club, the course plays 6,602 yards from the longest tees with a par of 71, offering a moderate challenge suitable for various skill levels. The course features a picturesque riverside setting along the St. Lawrence River, providing scenic views throughout the round. The terrain and landscape are characteristic of the region's natural environment. The facility is open to the public and staffed by PGA professionals, including the Director of Golf and Golf Course Superintendent, who manage operations and provide instruction. Notable amenities include a pro shop offering equipment and services such as club fitting, regripping, and repairs. Chase's Riverside Dining, located on the course with river views, provides food and beverage services and event hosting capabilities. The course accommodates both recreational play and special events, with PGA professionals available for private and group lessons.

The River Golf Club ☆ Follow

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The River Golf Club is located along the banks of the Savannah River in North Augusta, South Carolina, just across from downtown Augusta, Georgia. Opened in 1998, this private club was designed by internationally acclaimed architect Jim Fazio and earned recognition as a top five new course nationally by Golf Digest. The course features a challenging yet fair layout with five sets of tees to accommodate golfers of all skill levels. The design incorporates spectacular natural elements including numerous lakes, wetlands, and dramatic bunkers, complemented by Mini-Verde ultradwarf bermuda greens. The combination of thoughtful course design and scenic river setting creates a distinctive golfing environment. The River Golf Club has established itself as one of the Southeast's premier course designs through its engaging layout and exceptional setting. The facility offers comprehensive amenities including practice facilities, a golf shop, restaurant services, and luxury cottages on-site. The club maintains membership standards and requires proper attire including collared shirts and prohibits denim and cargo shorts on the course and driving range.

The River Golf Course, Inc. ☆ Follow

MN

The River Golf Course is an 18-hole public course featuring 6,632 yards from the longest tees with a par of 72, designed by Joel Goldstrand and opened in 1998. The course has a rating of 71.9 and a slope rating of 122. The course is located in International Falls, Minnesota, in Koochiching County. The course spans 160+ acres of golf situated in the middle of acres of wilderness. The course features great variety in terrain, including hills, level land, rolling topography, several ponds, copses, and thick forests. The facility includes an onsite driving range with 5 practice tees. An on-site bar and restaurant provide dining with friendly service and excellent food.

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FL

The Riverside Club of West Virginia ☆ Follow

WV

Riverside Golf Club is a public golf course located in Mason, West Virginia, along the Ohio River near the West Virginia and Ohio border. Established in 1974, the course was designed by Michael Hurdzan and Jack Kidwell to feature tree-lined fairways, small greens, and challenging par-5s. The layout presents a fun yet demanding test of golf that has earned recognition throughout the region. The course has hosted multiple qualifiers for the United States Public Links, West Virginia Open and Amateur Championships, and hosted the 2020 West Virginia Senior Amateur Championship. Known for its well-maintained conditions and quality greens, Riverside offers a scenic setting with its riverside location. The course is characterized by its smaller putting surfaces and difficult long holes, which define its strategic difficulty and playability for golfers of varying skill levels.