Outside of a good golf course, what's the best amenity a public club can offer?
A nice pro shop with a lot of merch? A good restaurant with a varied menu of food and drinks? A large locker room? A big range? An extensive practice facility with a short-game area and large putting green?
Golfers lucky enough to play at these public golf courses often get the best of all worlds. The GolfPass ratings and reviews from 2023 identified these 25 golf courses as the best for off-course amenities like a first-class clubhouse, range and more. Every course honored received at least 10 reviews to qualify for this prestigious list.
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Geneva National Golf Club - Palmer Course
Lake Geneva, WisconsinSemi-Private/ResortGreen fee: $70-$190
What they're saying: "Played Palmer and Player course. Had a great time. Course looked great. Challenging but fair. Staff were kind and accommodating. Will be back soon!" - stevejess25 -
Swan Lake Resort - Black Course
Green fee: $37-$67
What they're saying: "Played the Black course and will definitely be back to play Silver. It’s in really good shape and the new carts have some comfortable seats. Worth the drive for sure." - u314162159910 -
Bolingbrook Golf Club
Green fee: $60-$85
What they're saying: "Simply beautiful course, clubhouse, and practice area with free balls." - Topshot29 -
Atkins Golf Club
Green fee: $49-$69
What they're saying: "I was able to play at my own pace as a single on a beautiful Sunday morning. The course was perfect. Staff were all friendly. Really nothing bad to say." - alexwright920 -
Yocha Dehe Golf Club
Brooks, CaliforniaPublicGreen fee: $62-$175
What they're saying: "Friendly staff, great views, carts were extremely comfortable." - cbear19 -
The Club at Lac La Belle
Green fee: $120-$150
What they're saying: "Beautiful! It has a great layout. The staff is very friendly and helpful. A bonus is the putting course with music playing in the background. Don’t miss this GEM! Perhaps everyone in Wisconsin knows about it. But as an out-of-state guest I’m glad I found it." - Shane5861704 -
Pine Mountain Lake Golf Course
Green fee: $41-$66
What they're saying: "This golf course is consistently good, from the pro shop staff to the cart crew to the course conditions. The course has had a chance to dry out and recover from last winter’s deluge, as you are now able to drive a cart into most areas. On-course bathrooms are immaculate, and practice areas are well-maintained as well. Looking forward to heading up again soon!" - u000003425804 -
Sandy Pines Golf Club
Green fee: $35-$55
What they're saying: "Beautiful layout, premium carts, excellent service, challenging course. Very reasonable price. Couldn’t ask for more. Will be back frequently with friends!" - Logan6937054 -
Rock Barn Golf and Spa - Jackson Course
Conover, North CarolinaSemi-Private/ResortGreen fee: $45-$80
What they're saying: "Rock Barn sets the standard for public golf courses. The place is absolutely gorgeous: From the drive up to the clubhouse, to the facilities, to the complimentary range balls and the condition/layout of the course. Even the restaurant attached to the club house is top notch. The staff is fantastic and won’t let you lift a finger if you don’t want to. There’s not a better public course to play within 50-75 miles of Rock Barn. Do yourself a favor and make this a regular visit for your golf outings. You won’t be disappointed." - okstatepokes96 -
FarmLinks at Pursell Farms
Green fee: $98-$158
What they're saying: "Like Heaven On Earth! Great Staff! Best Practice Facility. Course is Always in mint condition. The fairways on 16 and 18 are Plush! My Fav course to Play!" - Igoinglow -
Pinehills Golf Club - Jones Course
Plymouth, MassachusettsSemi-PrivateGreen fee: $75-$125
What they're saying: "This was the absolutely nicest course I've ever played. You can drive up to the curb and staff will unload your bags, set you up on carts, and park them at the unlimited range. Excellent practice area of two putting greens and a chipping green with bunkers situated near the first hole of the Jones course. The course was in immaculate shape and the facility was top-notch with cleanliness. Highly recommend splurging here if you're considering playing." - mself21 -
Cantigny Golf
Green fee: $110-$130
What they're saying: "Best course I have played at in Chicago area by a mile. From an amenities standpoint, this place has it all. Complementary range balls if you have a tee time, so I definitely recommend going earlier to get some warm up in. Coolers attached to the golf carts and complementary water bottles & water refill stations through out the course. In terms of the actual golf, this course is definitely challenging, which in my opinion makes it much more fun! Course was about as well maintained as possible. Fairways and greens were beautiful. Will absolutely be coming back. Had a fantastic time." - u314164127527 -
TPC Las Vegas
Green fee: $179-$299
What they're saying: "Lots of water/ice available with towels. Great golf carts with speakers and gps." - u314161508912 -
Trump National Doral Miami - Red Tiger Course
Green fee: $223-$354
What they're saying: "Maybe the most fun round I’ve ever played. Course and amenities are top notch." - martycornish -
Sugarbush Golf Club
Green fee: $45-$55
What they're saying: "It has been a few years since I have played at Sugarbush and I was pleasantly surprised with all of the updates to the course and clubhouse. I would give them 10 stars if possible." - Michael5531396 -
Arrowhead Golf Club - South/East
Green fee: $64-$97
What they're saying: "Friendly staff and rangers. Great layout. Great conditions. Good bar and food options. Cart girls often around. Amazing GPS monitors with big screens and fly over videos of each hole. " - Topshot29 -
Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course
Green fee: $175-$350
What they're saying: "Well maintained course and friendly staff. Great views of the lake and mountains." - rfortucci -
TPC Louisiana
Green fee: $59-$252
What they're saying: "Course was in great condition. Staff was very friendly. I played on a great day Ash Wednesday. Worth the money to play a TPC PGA (TOUR) course." - mshane8798 -
The Rawls Course at Texas Tech
Green fee: $14-$98
What they're saying: "Challenging but fair track. A couple of greens bumpy, but otherwise really good shape. A Doak design that I thought was a good value for the money." - Lance7428257 -
Mozingo Lake Recreation Park Golf Course
Green fee: $17-$23
What they're saying: "I'm into a lot of golf courses all over the country. And this one truly is by far the best. The layout is amazing, and the greens are kept in pristine condition. Whenever I try and get people together, I always try and get them to go here first." - johndeer1027 -
Reunion Resort - Nicklaus Course
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Green fee: $120-$180
What they're saying: "Great looking resort for golf, accommodations and restaurants. Looking to hold our annual golf buddies trip here." - u000002665917 -
Cotton Creek at the Craft Farms Resort
Gulf Shores, AlabamaSemi-PrivateGreen fee: $75-$85
What they're saying: "I have played here 3 times. It has always been in good condition but it was excellent this time. Greens were a good speed." - Charlie1017 -
St. Croix National Golf Club
Green fee: $59-$69
What they're saying: "Best value I’ve ever gotten from GolfNow. Booked this two days in advance and I would have paid double. Incredible course and amenities. I will definitely be coming back when I’m in the St.Paul/ Minneapolis area again." - ChaseDeJong -
The Club at Forest Ridge
Green fee: $55-$90
What they're saying: "Friendly staff. Great amenities. Fun and challenging layout." - HambonePoke -
Tiburon Golf Club - The Gold Course
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Green fee: $99-$500
What they're saying: "Great conditions. Very well kept. Pace of play was good. Would highly recommend if price isn’t a deterrent." - HCDan
