The Top Public Golf Courses in Each State According to Everyday Players

With over 16,000 golf courses in America, finding one that is accessible, affordable, and stellar is like finding a needle in a haystack. However, Golfer’s Choice lists do all the work spotlighting the game’s best playgrounds for everyday players. Created by recreational golfers, for recreational golfers, find out which greens in your state have been deemed the best by players like you.

How Was This List Made?

While other ‘Best Of’ lists are created by industry insiders with extraordinary access, The GolfPass Golfers’ Choice lists are created by recreational golfers’ 275,000-course reviews on GolfNow reflecting playing experiences across ages, handicaps, and budgets.

 “Golfers’ Choice 2025 is a great resource for finding public courses – often very affordable options – in all corners of the country,” said Jason Scott Deegan, managing editor of GolfPass.

Here are the highest-rated courses in each state, except Alaska, which did not receive enough reviews to meet the Golfers’ Choice criteria.

Alabama

With an average of 215 sunny days a year, you can enjoy golf practically year-round in Alabama.

From the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail of dazzling public golf courses to oceanfront greens along the Gulf of Mexico, the state’s courses are peaceful yet exciting, including:

• The Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at Magnolia Grove – Fall Course (Mobile)
• The Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at Magnolia Grove – Crossings Course (Mobile)
• FarmLinks Golf Club (Sylacuaga)
• The Craft Farms Resort – Cypress Bend (Gulf Shores)
• The Craft Farms Resort – Cotton Creek (Gulf Shores)

Arizona

Their tourism board states that beauty is par for the course when golfing in Arizona. And that’s putting it lightly. From desert landscapes to towering red rock vistas and greens dotted with cacti, golfing across this state is otherworldly.

Tee off at one of these five beloved courses:

1. The Highlands at Dove Mountain (Marana)
2. Laughlin Ranch Golf Club (Bullhead City)
3. Elephant Rocks Golf Course (Williams)
4. Emerald Canyon Golf Course (Parker)
5. Granite Falls Golf Club – South Course (Surprise)

Arkansas

From rolling hills to hardwood forests, towering pines to mountain lakes, pristine rivers to fertile farmlands, the state boasts impressive golfing experiences around every turn.

See for yourself how golf and Arkansas’ beauty go hand in hand at:

1. Mystic Creek Golf Club (El Dorado)
2. Bella Vista Country Club – Dogwood Hills (Bella Vista)
3. The Course at Turkey Mountain (Horseshoe Bend)
4. Bella Vista Country Club – Scotsdale Golf Course (Bella Vista)
5. Tannenbaum Golf Club (Drasco)

California

While California is home to one of America’s most expensive rounds of golf (Pebble Beach Golf Links), it offers 900 other greens across the state. So whether you prefer the desert landscape, Pacific Ocean, lake, or city views, you can find it in California.

Illustrating that top courses don’t necessarily mean top dollar, top reviews went to:

1. Pine Mountain Lake Golf Course (Groveland)
2. Journey at Pechanga (Temecula)
3. Classic Club (Palm Desert)
4. Maderas Golf Club (Poway)
5. Indian Wells Golf Resort – Celebrity Course (Indian Wells)

Colorado

With nearly 300 incredible courses, each offering its own elevation variation, climate, vegetation, and wildlife, golfers can find a spectacular setting for any golf game. It’s one of the few places in the country where you can ski in the morning and then play golf in the afternoon. Or enjoy the Colorado 999 – nine ski runs, nine holes of golf, and nine innings of baseball in a day.

1. Pole Creek Golf Club (Tabernash)
2. Commonground Golf Course (Aurora)
3. Lakota Links Golf Club (New Castle)
4. Boomerang Golf Links (Greeley)
5. The Golf Club at Bear Dance (Larkspur)

Connecticut

Connecticut golf courses are primarily private offerings, requiring pricey annual memberships. But that doesn’t mean a great wallet-friendly game isn’t possible. GolfPass golfers rated these public courses the best in the state.

1. Wintonbury Hills Golf Course (Bloomfield)
2. Connecticut National (Putnam)
3. Manchester Country Club (Manchester)
4. Tallwood Country Club (Hebron)
5. Fairview Farm Golf Course (Harwinton)

Delaware

More than 1,000 reviews later, this small state packs a punch with almost 50 courses to choose from.

These five received the highest ratings in Delaware:

1. Heritage Shores (Bridgeville)
2. Baywood Greens (Long Neck)
3. Maple Dale Country Club (Dover)
4. Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club (Ocean View)
5. White Clay Creek (Wilmington)

Florida

The Sunshine State has more golf courses per capita than any other U.S. destination, with more than 1,400-plus public golf courses. No wonder some say it’s the happiest place on earth for golfers, too. No matter what course you pick, the beauty of the landscape will be on display—from ocean to Everglades, and even the moss-draped trees reminiscent of the old Florida charm.

A round of golf is possible every day of the year. So fly south and challenge yourself at one of these top-rated courses.:

1. ChampionsGate Golf Club – International (Orlando)
2. Heron’s Glen Golf & Country Club (North Fort Myers)
3. Waldorf Astoria Golf Club (Orlando)
4. Deer Island Country Club (Tavares)
5. Streamsong Resort – Blue Course (Fort Meade)

Georgia

With more than 150 golf courses across the state, there’s so much more than just Augusta National Golf Club, home of the Masters.

From greens with Atlanta skyscraper views to the 10 options in Lake Country and even those in the Appalachian foothills, there are world-class options across price points, including these five gems:

1. Currahee Golf Club (Toccoa)
2. Richard B. Russell at Arrowhead Pointe Golf Course (Elberton)
3. Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course (Buford)
4. Bartram Trail Golf Club (Evans)
5. Meadow Links at George T. Bagby (Fort Gaines)

Hawaii

As one of the most alluring island chains in the world, Hawaii is known for its spectacular natural beauty. With volcanic black rock, perfect beaches, crystal blue oceans, and the warm, welcoming Aloha spirit, it’s easy to see why Hawaii is such a popular vacation. And that goes for golfers, too.

With 3/4 of its 70 golf courses open to visitors, it won’t be hard to find one during your next trip. GolfPass players recommend these five the most:

1. Mauna Lani Resort – South Course (Island of Hawaii)
2. Mauna Lani Resort – North Course (Island of Hawaii)
3. Kona Country Club (Island of Hawaii)
4. Waikoloa Village Golf Club (Maui)
5. Princeville Makai Golf Club (Kauai)

Idaho

Finding the perfect spot for a challenging round with a breathtaking view is easy in Idaho. Surrounded by peaceful valleys, lush mountains, and pristine lakes, the state’s 100 courses see fewer golfers, which means far fewer crowds and a relaxing, serene golf getaway.

Tee off at:

1. TimberStone Golf Course (Caldwell)
2. Jug Mountain Ranch Golf Course (McCall)
3. Circling Raven Golf Club (Worley)
4. The Idaho Club (Sandpoint)
5. Coeur D’Alene Resort Golf Course (Coeur D’Alene)

Illinois

Home to more than 600 golf courses, Illinois offers top public courses, championship greens, and renowned golf resorts. From the scenic fairways of Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa in Galena to TPC Deere Run near Quad Cities, golfers of all skill levels can find a course that suits their game.

Illinois has something for every golf enthusiast. Whether you’re looking for competitive play or a relaxing golf getaway, take a look at:

1. Arrowhead Golf Club (Wheaton)
2. Annbriar Golf Course (Waterloo)
3. TPC Deer Run (Silvis)
4. Deer Park Golf Club (Oglesby)
5. Atkins Golf Club at the University of Illinois (Urbana)

Indiana

While some of the state’s top courses are private, there’s plenty of stellar, accessible golf across Indiana. Everyday players ranked these five as the highest:

1. Sandy Pines Golf Course (DeMotte)
2. Bear Slide Golf Club (Cicero)
3. Covered Bridge Golf Club (Sellersburg)
4. Swan Lake Resort – Black Course (Plymouth)
5. Chariot Run Golf Club (Laconia)

Iowa

Between the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers, players will find over 400 courses in Iowa. Take a golf getaway shortcut and add these five to your must-play list.

1. Palmer Hills Golf Course (Bettendorf)
2. The Legacy Golf Club (Norwalk)
3. Fort Dodge Country Club (Fort Dodge)
4. Briggs Woods Golf Course (Webster City)
5. Red Oak Country Club (Red Oak)

Kansas

Kansas offers a premier golfing experience across diverse landscapes, from rolling prairies to tree-lined fairways. With affordable green fees, uncrowded courses, and a welcoming golf community, Kansas is a hidden gem for those who love the game but not high fees.

1. Cherry Oaks Golf Course (Cheney)
2. Falcon Lake Golf Course (Basehor)
3. Spring Creek (Seneca)
4. Turkey Creek Golf Course (McPherson)
5. Trails West Golf Course (Fort Leavenworth)

Kentucky

Kentucky’s rolling hills were practically tailor-made for golf, and with more than 300 courses and great year-round weather, the Bluegrass state makes the perfect destination for a golf vacation. It boasts top-rated public and private courses, including the PGA-recognized Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, and stellar state park courses offer challenging play and spectacular views of glassy lakes and misty mountains.  

These five were ranked highest by everyday players:

1. Park Mammoth Golf Club (Park City)
2. Eagle Trace (Morehead)
3. Silos Country Club (Kevil)
4. Southwind (Winchester)
5. Lakeside Golf Course (Lexington)

Louisiana

Louisiana’s beautiful landscapes, with meandering bayous, Spanish moss-draped trees, and scenic views, make for picturesque and immersive play.

Take your pick from these five beloved courses across the state.

1. Koasati Pines at Coushatta (Kinder)
2. Beaver Creek Golf Club (Martinsville)
3. Frenchman’s Bend Country Club (Monroe)
4. Wetlands Golf Course (Lafayette)
5. Carter Plantation (Springfield)

Maine

When it comes to golfing in Maine, it’s not just about playing one of its 140 courses—it’s also about enjoying stunning views. With its unique blend of scenic beauty and challenging courses, from the rocky coast to the majestic mountains, Maine is the perfect place to tee up.

1. Point Sebago Golf/Beach Resort (Casco)
2. Waterville Country Club (Oakland)
3. Martindale Country Club (Auburn)
4. Sunday River Resort Golf Club (Newry)
5. Rockland Golf Club (Rockland)

Maryland

Golfing in Maryland reflects its beauty. The state is rich in options, from lush green links built lakeside to the mountains of Western Maryland to 15 challenging courses clustered near the Atlantic Ocean beaches.

These five courses received the highest ratings on GolfPass:

1. Eagle’s Landing Golf Course (Berlin)
2. Rocky Gap Lodge & Golf Resort (Flintstone)
3. Worthington Manor (Urbana)
4. Maryland National Golf Club (Middletown)
5. Whiskey Creek Golf Club (Ijamsville)

Massachusetts

You’ll find unique layouts, challenging holes, and options across skill levels from The Berkshires to Martha’s Vineyard and courses outside Boston.

Make a plan to play:

1. The Ranch Golf Club (Southwick)
2. Crumpin-Fox Club (Bernardston)
3. Pinehills Golf Club – Jones Course (Plymouth)
4. Ledgemont Country Club (Seekonk)
5. Pinehills Golf Club – Nicklaus Course (Plymouth)

Michigan

Is it surprising that one of America’s best summer golf destinations isn’t along the coasts but in Michigan? So, book a top-notch golf resort as a base and play as many nearby gems as possible.

The top-rated courses by TopGolf players in Michigan are:

1. Eldorado Golf Course (Cadillac)
2. Grand Traverse Resort & Spa – The Wolverine (Acme)
3. Harbor Shores (Benton Harbor)
4. The Alpine at Boyne Mountain Resort (Boyne Falls)
5. The Heather at The Highlands – Boyne (Harbor Springs)

Minnesota

From city and suburban courses to rugged forests and sweeping river valleys, Minnesota offers stunning grounds for your game and an experience for your senses.

See for yourself and tee off at:

1. Whitetail Run Golf Course (Wadena)
2. Kimball Golf Club (Kimball)
3. Headwaters Golf Club (Park Rapids)
4. Superior National at Lusten (Lusten)
5. Pebble Creek Golf Club (Becker)

Mississippi

Open landscapes, rolling hills, beautiful greenery, and challenging game play await golfers from the Hills Region to the Gulf Coast.

Out of the state’s 140 courses, everyday players ranked these five their favorites:

1. Grand Bear Golf Course (Saucier)
2. Ole Miss Golf Course (Oxford)
3. Old Waverly Golf Club (West Point)
4. Hattiesburg Country Club (Hattiesburg)
5. Diamondhead Country Club (Diamondhead)

Missouri

One of America’s ideal golf getaways, Missouri offers greens in some of the state’s most beautiful places, outdoor adventures, family fun, and the country’s best theme park, Silver Dollar City. So bring the whole family along!

1. Creekmoor Golf Club (Raymore)
2. Eagle Knoll Golf Club (Hartsburg)
3. Mozingo Lake Recreational Park Golf Course (Maryville)
4. Tanglewood Golf Course (Fulton)
5. Branson Hills Golf Club (Branson)

Montana

Immerse yourself in the state’s vast, stunning landscapes with a round at one of these five highly-rated courses.

1. Fairmont Hot Springs Resort (Fairmont)
2. Pryor Creek Golf Club – Johnny Walker Course (Huntley)
3. Big Sky Resort Golf Course (Big Sky)
4. Mission Mountain Golf Club (Ronan)
5. Red Lodge Golf Club (Red Lodge)

Nebraska

Nebraska golf courses take sense of place to a new level. Throughout the state you’ll find hundreds of courses—including several national award winners—that utilize the diverse landscape to deliver round after round of golfing enjoyment.

Enjoy wide-open spaces, epic natural scenery, and a whole lot of quiet playing at:

1. The Prairie Club – Dunes Course (Valentine)
2. Landmand Golf Club (Homer)
3. Tatanka Golf Club at Featherhill (Niobrara)
4. Hillside Golf Club (Sidney)
5. Heritage Hills Golf Course (McCook)

Nevada

While Las Vegas area courses often dominate travel plans, the state’s diverse terrain means you can also tee off among towering pines, flowing streams, serene waterfalls, and even below snow-capped mountain peaks.

Any way you slice it, Nevada is one of America’s premier golf experience destinations. Golfpass players rated these courses the highest:

1. Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course (Stateline)
2. Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort – Wolf Course (Las Vegas)
3. Incline Village – Championship Golf Course (Incline Village)
4. Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort – Snow Mountain Course (Las Vegas)
5. Wynn Golf Club (Las Vegas)

New Hampshire

With 115 courses and over 4800 reviews, the average rating for New Hampshire golf courses is an impressive 4.1/5.

Play a round at one of these top-rated greens, especially beautiful during fall foliage season.

1. Campbell’s Scottish Highlands Golf Course (Salem)
2. The Links at LaBelle Winery (Derry)
3. Breakfast Hill Golf Club (Greenland)
4. Souhegan Woods Golf Club (Amherst)
5. Crotched Mountain Golf Club (Francestown)

New Jersey

New Jersey boasts over 150 golf courses and facilities, from Scottish links-style courses along the coast to challenging wooded courses.

The Garden State shows off its diverse beauty at these five top-rated courses:

• Heron Glen Golf Course (Ringoes)
• Francis A. Byrne Golf Course (West Orange)
• Neshanic Valley Golf Course (Neshanic Station)
• RiverWinds Golf Course (West Deptford)
• Eagle Ridge Golf Club (Lakewood)

New Mexico

New Mexico offers year-round play with stunning and surprisingly affordable golf courses. With 300-plus days of sunshine, tee off most of the year with enchanting scenery and a selection of mountain, desert, or link layouts.

Play your next round at these five greens:

1. Pendaries Golf and Country Club (Rociada)
2. Sandia Golf Club (Albuquerque)
3. Rockwind Community Links (Hobbs)
4. Pinon Hills Golf Course (Farmington)
5. Marty Sanchez Links De Santa Fe (Santa Fe)

New York

A scenic golf course awaits you in Long Island, Hudson Valley, the Adirondacks, the Fingers Lakes, and Upstate. Take a swing at these five top-rated courses:

1. Leatherstocking Golf Course (Cooperstown)
2. Shenendoah Golf Club at Turning Stone (Verona)
3. Kaluhyat Golf Club at Turning Stone (Verona)
4. Seven Oaks Golf Club (Hamilton)
5. Phillip J. Rotella Memorial Golf Course (Thiells)

North Carolina

Yes, North Carolina has the iconic Pinehurst, but there are hundreds of more courses across the state. Take your pick from greens with soaring mountain views or ocean breezes, including these top picks:

1. Occano (Merry Hill)
2. Thistle Golf Club (Sunset Beach)
3. Old Beau Resort & Golf Club (Roaring Gap)
4. Southern Pines Golf Club (Southern Pines)
5. Rock Barn Golf and Spa – Jackson Course (Conover)

North Dakota

North Dakota boasts an impressive array of golf courses with unique landscapes and challenging play. With more courses per capita than any other state, golfers enjoy easy access and affordable rates to top-tier facilities and nationally recognized gems like Bully Pulpit and Hawktree. From the scenic Lewis and Clark Golf Trail to the prestigious Triple Golf Challenge, North Dakota provides a diverse and exceptional golfing experience.

Top picks from everyday players include:

1. Prairie West Golf Course (Mandan)
2. Bully Pulpit Golf Course (Medora)
3. Hawktree Golf Club (Bismarck)

Ohio

With over 800 golf courses in Ohio, finding a challenging and affordable option is easy. These five gems are players’ favorites.

1. Ashland Golf Club (Ashland)
2. Virtues Golf Club (Nashport)
3. Piqua Country Club (Piqua)
4. Stillmeadow Country Club (Cincinnati)
5. Pine Hills Golf Club (Hinckley)

Oklahoma

With rolling hills and open plains, Oklahoma is prime real estate for above-par golf courses from private to municipal. Golfing under clear blue skies delivers plenty of tree-lined links and fresh air at these five beloved courses:

1. Kingfisher Golf Course (Kingfisher)
2. Pryor Creek Municipal Golf Course (Pryor)
3. The Club at Forest Ridge (Broken Arrow)
4. Chickasaw Pointe Golf Club (Kingston)
5. The Golf Club at Cimarron Trails (Perkins)

Oregon

Oregon’s unique. And that goes for its golf courses, too. With more than 200 courses, it’s not hard to decide to golf here; it’s just hard to pick one.

Oregon ranks high for golfers, and everyday players rated these five the highest:

1. Centennial Golf Club (Medford)
2. Oak Hills Golf Club (Sutherlin)
3. Bar Run Golf and RV Resort (Roseburg)
4. Tetherow Golf Club (Bend)
5. Eagle Crest Resort – Resort Course (Redmond)

Pennsylvania

From the oldest golf course in America to the home of iconic tournaments, players are for-tunate to tee off across Pennsylvania.

Plan your next golf getaway at one of these five courses across the state.

1. Omni Beford Springs Resort – Old Course (Bedford)
2. Highlands Golf Club – Hidden Valley Course (Hidden Valley)
3. Sugarloaf Golf Club (Sugarloaf)
4. Skytop Lodge – Poconos Golf Course (Skytop)
5. Mountain Valley Golf Course – Mountain Course (Barnesville)

Rhode Island

Tucked into New England’s coastal corner, Rhode Island delivers golf experiences that rival destinations ten times its size. With over 20 public courses scattered across the state, each region offers its own distinctive challenge.

Even better? With most courses just a short drive apart, you can easily squeeze in multiple rounds and still make it for dinner. Check out these courses for your next outing:

1. Fenner Hill Country Club (Hope Valley)
2. Green Valley Country Club (Portsmouth)
3. Valley Country Club (Warwick)
4. Triggs Memorial Golf Course (Providence)
5. Laurel Lane Country Club (West Kingston)

South Carolina

With more than 300 courses, there are enough greens to almost play one new course every day for a year! From the Blue Ridge Mountains to The Atlantic Ocean and even “The Golf Capital of the World,” Myrtle Beach, a golf trip to The Palmetto State rightfully deserves a place on players’ bucket lists.

Bucking the term “you get what you pay for,” South Carolina’s top-rated GolfPasspicks aren’t necessarily top dollar. They are:

1. The Walker Golf Course at Clemson University (Clemson)
2. True Blue Golf Club (Pawleys Island)
3. The Traces Golf Club (Florence)
4. Pawleys Plantation (Pawleys Island)
5. Cheraw State Park Golf Course (Cheraw)

South Dakota

With more miles of shoreline than Florida, thanks to the mighty Missouri River, natural beauty awaits on and off the golf course.

South Dakota has a variety of courses and inexpensive green fees, including:

1. Broadland Creek National Golf Course (Huron)
2. Rapid City Elks Golf Course (Rapid City)
3. Brandon Municipal Golf Course (Brandon)

Tennessee

Tennessee offers a diverse and scenic golfing experience, with courses among rolling hills, mountain backdrops, and lakeside fairways. Popular vacation spots like Nashville, Knoxville, and the Great Smoky Mountains offer options for all skill levels.

The state’s mild climate and picturesque landscapes make it an ideal location for year-round golfing, especially at these highly-ranked courses:

1. Egwani Farms Golf Course (Rockford)
2. Pickwick Landing State Park Golf Course (Pickwick Dam)
3. The Bear Trace at Tims Ford State Park (Winchester)
4. Island Pointe Golf Club (Kodak)
5. Forest Hill Golf Course (Drummonds)

Texas

Texas offers 800 courses across rugged desert mountain landscapes, lush piney woods, Hill Country vistas, and even along the sea. A year-round golf destination, these five courses received rave reviews.

1. Waterchase Golf Club (Fort Worth)
2. Links at Land’s End (Yantis)
3. The Golf Club Star Ranch (Hutto)
4. Borger Country Club (Borger)
5. San Saba Municipal Golf Course (San Saba)

Utah

Don’t miss the bragworthy chance to ski in the morning and tee off in the afternoon on a sunny Spring day in Utah. You’ll find quality links from lush, high-altitude mountain courses to the stunning fairways of Southern Utah’s red rock country, including these five gems.

1. Soldier Hollow Golf Course – Gold Course (Midway)
2. Eaglewood Golf Course (North Salt Lake)
3. Copper Rock Golf Course (Hurricane)
4. Logan River Golf Course (Logan)
5. The Hideout Golf Club (Monticello)

Vermont

Nestled among rolling hills, lush forests, and serene lakes are 60 golf courses with stunning backdrop views. Book a stay and play at one of Vermont’s well-known ski resorts, which double as golf getaways in warmer weather. Want to play surrounded by the fall foliage? Plan ahead to avoid sold-out dates.

Everyday players recommend these five courses:

1. Montague Golf Club (Randolph)
2. Woodstock Country Club (Woodstock)
3. Crown Point Country Club (Springfield)
4. Killington Golf Course (Killington)
5. The Golf Club at Equinox (Manchester)

Virginia

Virginia is for lovers…. of golf! Across the state’s varied landscapes, you’ll find 200 public courses for players of all levels.

Offering a blend of challenge and beauty, tee off at one of these top-rated courses next.

1. Independence Golf Club – Championship Course (Midlothian)
2. Hobbs Hole Golf Club (Tappahannock)
3. Lake Monticello Golf Course (Palmyra)
4. The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa – Old Course (Hot Springs)
5. Bryce Resort Golf Course (Basye)

Washington

Washington has a storied history with golf and a recent boom of new, modern offerings. Players can enjoy windswept links dotted with gaping bunkers, narrow tracks carved through stands of massive conifers, and sunny high-desert fairways with forever views.

These Washington courses received the highest ratings in GolfPass last year:

1. Golf Mountain Golf Club – Olympic Course (Bremerton)
2. The Home Course (DuPont)
3. Indian Canyon Golf Course (Spokane)
4. Loomis Trail Golf Club (Blaine)
5. Gamble Sands Golf Club (Brewster)

West Virginia

With over 100 courses across the state, golfers are never far from their next game. From America’s first golf club to the only resort course in the world to host both the Ryder Cup and the Solheim Cup, let West Virginia golf surprise you.

A heavenly round awaits at these beloved courses:

1. Raven Golf Club at Snowshoe Mountain (Snowshoe)
2. Moundsville Country Club (Moundsville)
3. The Greenbrier Resort – Old White Course (White Sulphur Springs)
4. The Greenbrier Resort – The Meadows Course (White Sulphur Springs)
5. Glade Springs Village – Stonehaven Course (Daniels)

Wisconsin

It may be surprising that according to Golf Digest, Wisconsin is the U.S. state with the best public golf offerings. This unexpected mecca, with 500 courses and 60 golf resorts, also welcomes families, helping to usher in the next generation of players.

Check out these five courses for your next golf getaway:

1. Glacier Wood Golf Club (Iola)
2. Geneva National Golf Club – Trevino Course (Lake Geneva)
3. University Ridge Golf Course (Verona)
4. Thornberry Creek at Oneida – Legends Championship Course (Oneida)
5. Washington County Golf Course (Hartford)

Wyoming

For a sparsely populated state, Wyoming offers 65 golf courses. But put your assumptions aside, as Golf Digest magazine says, they are very good, with some placing on their Top 100 U.S. Courses list.

These five received the highest ratings from players.

1. Riverton Country Club (Riverton)
2. Cottonwood at Torrington Golf Course (Torrington)
3. Jacoby Golf Club (Laramie)
4. Star Valley View Golf Course (Alton)
5. Lander Golf Club (Lander)

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