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The top 100 golf courses in the United States of America

91

Bandon Dunes (Sheep Ranch)

Bandon
,
Oregon
U.S.A.
Resort
8.9
91

Sheep Ranch at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort is a dramatic oceanside links course designed by Coore & Crenshaw, debuting in 2020. With nine greens perched atop oceanfront cliffs and no sand bunkers, it offers breathtaking Pacific views throughout, firm and rolling fairways, and a minimalist approach. It's renowned for pure golf and the resort's walk-only tradition.

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92

Forest Highlands Golf Club (Canyon)

Flagstaff
,
Arizona
U.S.A.
Private
8.9
92
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Forest Highlands Canyon Course, designed by Tom Weiskopf and Jay Morrish in 1986, is a celebrated private course nestled in the world’s largest Ponderosa pine forest near Flagstaff. Widely regarded as one of Arizona’s premier golf experiences, the par-71 course stretches over 7,000 yards and is famed for its challenging design, mountain scenery, and exclusive club amenities.

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93

Sebonack Golf Club

Southampton
,
New York
U.S.A.
Private
8.9
93

Sebonack Golf Club is an ultra-exclusive private course on 300 acres in Southampton, New York, designed by Jack Nicklaus and Tom Doak. Opened in 2006, it quickly gained acclaim for its innovative architectural blend, undulating terrain, and breathtaking bay views. Sebonack has hosted prestigious events, including the 2013 U.S. Women's Open, and stands out for its unique blend of modern challenge and classic Hamptons scenery.

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94

The Creek

Locust Valley
,
New York
U.S.A.
Private
8.9
94

The Creek, a storied private course on Long Island’s Gold Coast, was designed by Charles B. Macdonald and Seth Raynor in 1923. This par-70 layout is celebrated for its blend of parkland and seaside holes, iconic golden age features, and epic Long Island Sound vistas. Fast greens, strategic bunkers, and world-class routing make it a truly memorable test for serious golfers.

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95

Canterbury Golf Club

Beachwood
,
Ohio
U.S.A.
Private
8.89
95
DESIGNED BY

Canterbury Golf Club is a top 100 private course in the U.S., designed by Herbert Strong in 1921 and renowned for its classic Scottish-inspired architecture. Located on rolling, wooded terrain near Cleveland, the course is known for its demanding layout, rich tournament history, and a meticulous 2016 renovation preserving its golden age character.

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96

Gamble Sands

Brewster
,
Washington
U.S.A.
Public
8.89
96
DESIGNED BY

Gamble Sands is an acclaimed links-style public golf course in Brewster, Washington, designed by David McLay Kidd. Opened in 2014, it features firm, fast fine fescue terrain, wide-open fairways, large greens, and sweeping views over the Columbia River valley. Regularly ranked in the Top 100 public courses in the U.S., it offers an authentic links experience in a high-desert setting.

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97

Robert Trent Jones Golf Club

Gainesville
,
Virginia
U.S.A.
Private
8.89
97

Robert Trent Jones Golf Club is an exclusive private course in Gainesville, Virginia, designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. Built in 1991, this parkland layout is renowned for its scenic routing along Lake Manassas and has hosted several major international events including the Presidents Cup and Solheim Cup.

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98

Canyata Golf Club

Marshall
,
Illinois
U.S.A.
Private
8.88
98
DESIGNED BY

Canyata Golf Club, designed by Michael Benkusky and opened in 2001, is an acclaimed private course carved from Illinois' rolling farmland. Known for its challenging 18-hole layout, pristine bentgrass surfaces, and seclusion, it stands among the nation's elite golf experiences. With dramatic elevation changes and meticulous detail, Canyata offers exclusivity and championship-level conditions.

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99

Cascata Golf Club

Boulder City
,
Nevada
U.S.A.
Resort
8.88
99
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Cascata Golf Club, designed by renowned architect Rees Jones, offers an elite desert golf experience just 30 minutes from Las Vegas. The course winds through dramatic foothills with panoramic mountain views, lush fairways, lakes, and streams. Recognized nationally for its stunning setting and impeccable service, Cascata is a popular destination for both golfers and events.

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100

Congaree Golf Club

Private
8.88
100
DESIGNED BY

Congaree Golf Club is an exclusive, world-class private club in the South Carolina Lowcountry, designed by Tom Fazio and opened in 2017. The course blends links-like features with sandy waste areas and firm playing conditions, set on a historic 18th-century estate and dedicated to a philanthropic mission for youth and golf.

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