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The 50 best experiences in golf: The ultimate to-do list
The staff here at GOLF has seen a few things and played a few places. As for the essential golf experiences? We narrowed it down to these 50.Latest
These Long Island golfers made their own country club. Now membership is booming
This Donald Ross muni just came back to life with $6 million restoration
These famed Sandhills golf properties are set for major hotel upgrades
The journey to the golf course is one of the game’s underrated thrills
Why Earl Woods told this course designer that he ‘better watch out’ for Tiger
The lost Oakmont course: the U.S. Open site had a neighboring 18-holer
3 cities (and multiple resorts) for the best father/son golf getaways
Pittsburgh-area golf guide: 6 public-access alternatives to Oakmont
Top 100 Courses You Can Play: Our staff’s 9 favorite spots
We recently released our latest ranking of the Top 100 Courses You Can Play. Everyone has their favorites — here’s our staff’s picks.
Why our Top 100 Courses You Can Play list still is so meaningful
Great course architecture thrives well beyond private clubs. A stunning number of superb courses — like these 100 — are available to all golfers.
State-by-state breakdown of GOLF’s Top 100 Courses You Can Play ranking
GOLF’s new Top 100 Courses You Can Play ranking for 2024-25 features 29 states in all. Find out which state has the most top public-access courses here.
Top 100 Courses You Can Play in the U.S. for 2024-25: America’s best public golf
Our all-new ranking of the best public golf courses in the U.S. is another reminder that great architecture is accessible to all.
Why this Top 100 course feels like it’s anywhere but Central Florida
For the last 10 years, Streamsong has been a major player in the resort golf game. But you won’t find typical Florida golf courses there.
Golf in paradise easily made this course my favorite I played this year
If you’re looking for an elite Caribbean golf destination, Cap Cana’s Punta Espada is the perfect place to soak in the sun.
Are you a well-traveled golfer? Check out our Top 100 Courses T-shirt
Wear this great conversation starter on your next buddies trip and compare your favorite golf courses right from the back of your tee.
Best golf courses in Wyoming for 2024-25
These are the best golf courses in Wyoming, according to GOLF Magazine’s 2024-25 ranking by its expert panel of course raters.
Best golf courses in Wisconsin for 2024-25
These are the best golf courses in Wisconsin, according to GOLF Magazine’s 2024-25 ranking by its expert panel of course raters.
Best golf courses in West Virginia for 2024-25
These are the best golf courses in West Virginia, according to GOLF Magazine’s 2024-25 ranking by its expert panel of course raters.
Best golf courses in Washington for 2024-25
These are the best golf courses in Washington, according to GOLF Magazine’s 2024-25 ranking by its expert panel of course raters.
Best golf courses in Virginia for 2024-25
These are the best golf courses in Virginia, according to GOLF Magazine’s 2024-25 ranking by its expert panel of course raters.
Best golf courses in Vermont for 2024-25
These are the best golf courses in Vermont, according to GOLF Magazine’s 2024-25 ranking by its expert panel of course raters.
Best golf courses in Utah for 2024-25
These are the best golf courses in Utah, according to GOLF Magazine’s 2024-25 ranking by its expert panel of course raters.
So close! These 25 courses missed our latest Top 100 World list by the narrowest of margins
When we update our Top 100 World list two years from now, it would be no surprise to see some of these courses break into the mix.
What are the best values on GOLF’s Top 100 Courses in the World list?
GOLF released its latest ranking of the Top 100 Courses in the World, and our panelists are here to chime in on the best value golf courses.
How Shanqin Bay cracked our newest Top 100 Courses in the World list
GOLF’s latest Top 100 Courses in the World ranking boasts eight newcomers. Here, we’ll introduce you to the rookies. Meet Shanqin Bay.
How Royal Cinque Ports cracked our newest Top 100 Courses in the World list
GOLF’s latest Top 100 Courses in the World ranking boasts eight newcomers. Here, we’ll introduce you to the rookies. Meet Royal Cinque Ports.
How Machrihanish cracked our newest Top 100 Courses in the World list
GOLF’s latest Top 100 Courses in the World ranking boasts eight newcomers. Here, we’ll introduce you to the rookies. Meet Machrihanish.
Can you get a tee time at a Top 100 Course in the World? Here’s your guide
How easy (or difficult?) is it to play the Top 100 Courses in the World? They all require cash, connections or some combination of the two.
How Victoria cracked our newest Top 100 Courses in the World list
GOLF’s latest Top 100 Courses in the World ranking boasts eight newcomers. Here, we’ll introduce you to the rookies. Meet Victoria.
Course Rater Confidential: Asia-Pacific courses we can’t wait to open
GOLF’s inaugural ranking of the Top 100 Courses in Asia-Pacific is out, but what near-completed courses should we be looking forward to?
Course Rater Confidential: What should a first-time traveler know about Asia-Pacific golf?
When it comes to Asia-Pacific golf, what should travelers know about caddie culture, accessibility of courses, tipping, dress codes and more?
Course Rater Confidential: Top 100 Asia-Pacific courses we can’t wait to check out (and snubs)
The courses on the newest ranking our raters are especially keen to check out, and which ones are they surprised didn’t make the list at all?
Course Rater Confidential: Takeaways from GOLF’s inaugural Top 100 Asia-Pacific ranking
GOLF’s inaugural ranking of the Top 100 Courses in Asia-Pacific has put a spotlight on exciting destinations many U.S. golfers rarely visit.
Planning a golf trip to Asia, Australia or New Zealand? Here are 6 things to know
Planning a golf trip to Asia, Australia or New Zealand? Good idea. Here are six things to know before you go to make your trip a breeze.
GOLF’s Top 100 ranking of the best golf courses in Asia-Pacific, categorized by country
In GOLF’s inaugural ranking of the Top 100 courses in Asia-Pacific, one country stood out among the rest with 38 courses on the list.
GOLF’s first-ever Top 100 Courses in Asia-Pacific ranking will expand your bucket list
Our course raters created GOLF’s first-ever ranking of must-play courses beyond North America and Europe. What’d they find? Pure magic.
Southwest Ireland golf-trip planning guide: Best places to play, stay, eat
Thinking about a Southwest Ireland golf trip? Here’s everything you need to know about Lahinch, Ballybunion and the region’s other glories.
After 7 weeks of European golf, this hole stands above the rest
The 15th hole at Prestwick Golf Club is just 353 yards long, but it plays unlike anything our writer had seen before.
Dream 18: The ultimate routing of our Top 100 Courses in the UK and Ireland ranking
Exclusive for InsideGOLF members, we selected the best 18 holes among our Top 100 Courses in the UK and Ireland ranking. Start salivating.
The best golf courses in Scotland | 2022 ranking
GOLF recently released its Top 100 Courses in the UK and Ireland ranking. Here are the best courses in Scotland.
The best golf courses in England | 2022 ranking
GOLF recently released its Top 100 Courses in the UK and Ireland ranking. Here are the best courses in England.
The best golf courses in Ireland and Northern Ireland | 2022 ranking
GOLF recently released its Top 100 Courses in the UK and Ireland ranking. Here are the best courses in Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Want to play the best courses in the UK and Ireland? Options are endless
Whatever tickles your fancy, there’s a trip abroad to be had — one of the best investments you’ll ever make in your game.
Gil Hanse’s design took heat at Women’s PGA. Here’s how he thought it played
Some players at the KPMG Women’s PGA complained that the course setup made them look silly. How did the architect think it looked?These famed Sandhills golf properties are set for major hotel upgrades
A new partnership at Mid Pines and Pine Needles in the Carolina Sandhills aims to bring the hotels up to par with the golf.Why Earl Woods told this course designer that he ‘better watch out’ for Tiger
Before he started collaborating on course designs with Tiger Woods, Beau Welling got a playful warning from Tiger’s father.3 cities (and multiple resorts) for the best father/son golf getaways
Looking to take the ultimate father/son (or father/daughter) getaway? Consider these locations and resorts.
How I taught a Maasai warrior to play golf
Beside an antelope’s watering hole in East Africa, one man learned how to throw a spear and the other how to swing a golf club.
6 fascinating facts about Oakmont’s storied locker room
At venerable Oakmont, host of the 2025 U.S. Open, the locker room is as old as the course, and home to nearly as much history.
The new cliffhanging par-3 course at Big Cedar Lodge will keep golfers on edge
With the opening of Cliffhangers, a new par-3 course at Big Cedar Lodge, owner Johnny Morris aims to take golf to the edge.The 50 best experiences in golf: The ultimate to-do list
The staff here at GOLF has seen a few things and played a few places. As for the essential golf experiences? We narrowed it down to these 50.These Long Island golfers made their own country club. Now membership is booming
Meet West Sayville’s proudest new golf club. The only problem? This group of diehards can hardly keep up with interest.This Donald Ross muni just came back to life with $6 million restoration
The revival of a Donald Ross design that he called a “masterpiece” has put Dunedin Golf Club on a short list of Florida’s finest munis.These famed Sandhills golf properties are set for major hotel upgrades
A new partnership at Mid Pines and Pine Needles in the Carolina Sandhills aims to bring the hotels up to par with the golf.The journey to the golf course is one of the game’s underrated thrills
How many call-of-the-road golf trips begin with a working car and full tank of gas? In my experience, too many to count.Why Earl Woods told this course designer that he ‘better watch out’ for Tiger
Before he started collaborating on course designs with Tiger Woods, Beau Welling got a playful warning from Tiger’s father.The lost Oakmont course: the U.S. Open site had a neighboring 18-holer
Unbeknownst to even hardcore golf fans, this year’s U.S. Open site used to have a neighbor, an 18-hole course anyone could play.
Why is the Oakmont clubhouse green? Here’s what we know
The Oakmont clubhouse wasn’t always green. Historical documents suggest the change was made early in the club’s history.
Augusta National planned a 19th hole. What happened?
Avid golf fans know every one of Augusta National’s 18 holes. But what about plans for the long-lost 19th?!
Why this low-country gem was my favorite course I played in 2024
Nestled in the low country of South Carolina is Yeamans Hall Club. It awed me with its views — and unlocked striking memories, too.
The best 18 holes from our all-new Top 100 Courses You Can Play ranking
If you could build a course by taking 18 of the best holes from 18 world-class courses, what would it look like? We gave it a go.Top 100 Courses You Can Play in the U.S. for 2024-25: America’s best public golf
Our all-new ranking of the best public golf courses in the U.S. is another reminder that great architecture is accessible to all.
Top 100 Courses in the U.S. for 2024-25: America’s finest designs, ranked
The 100 best golf courses in the U.S. is a challenging list to compile. But our raters have done it again for our all-new 2024-25 ranking.
The most popular golf courses on Instagram, per data
Most golfers love sharing the scenery of the course they’re playing, and these are the most popular ones on Instagram.
A weekend at Montage Palmetto Bluff: Inside a relaxing Southern getaway (and a tee time at May River)
Montage Palmetto Bluff, located in Bluffton, S.C., has elevated dining, loads of outdoor activities and 18 fantastic golf holes at May River Golf Course.
Top 100 Resort of the Week: Erin Hills
Erin Hills brings an Irish vibe to America with superb golf, luxurious, rustic-inspired lodging, a putting course, and so much more. Take a peek inside.
Golf’s 2019-2020 Ranking of the Top 100 Resorts in the World
In one of the biggest editorial projects GOLF has ever attempted, we culled the names of 243 rank-worthy resorts spread across North America.Latest Courses Videos
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