Golf Courses

The public golf courses golfers on TheGrint rate highest in 41 states that missed the Top 100, with ratings, state ranks and how hard each plays.

The best golf courses in Virginia, ranked by golfers: Kinloch, Robert Trent Jones, Primland and the Homestead, plus hidden gems and how hard each plays.

The best golf courses in Minnesota, ranked by golfers: Giants Ridge, Deacon's Lodge, Interlachen and Hazeltine, plus hidden gems and how hard each plays.

The best golf courses in Massachusetts, ranked by golfers: Old Sandwich, Myopia Hunt, Eastward Ho! and Farm Neck, plus Cape Cod hidden gems.

The best golf courses in Illinois, ranked by golfers: Medinah, Shoreacres, Chicago Golf Club and TPC Deere Run, plus hidden gems near Chicago.

The best golf courses in Utah, ranked by golfers: Glenwild, Black Desert and the Park City clubs, plus the best public hidden gems and how hard each plays.

The best golf courses in Colorado, ranked by golfers: Cherry Hills, Castle Pines, Red Sky and the Broadmoor, plus hidden gems and how hard each plays.

The best golf courses in Arizona, ranked by golfers: We-Ko-Pa, Troon North, TPC Scottsdale and the other Top 100 courses, plus hidden gems.

The best golf courses in South Carolina, ranked by golfers: the Ocean Course, Harbour Town, the Top 100 private clubs and the best hidden gems.

The best golf courses in Florida, ranked by golfers: Streamsong, TPC Sawgrass and the other Top 100 courses, hidden gems, and how hard each plays.

The best golf courses in New York, ranked by golfers: Shinnecock Hills, Bethpage Black and the other Top 100 courses, plus the best public picks.

The best golf courses in Oregon, ranked by golfers: Bandon Dunes and the other 7 Top 100 courses, hidden gems, and how hard each one plays.

The best golf courses in North Carolina, ranked by golfers: Pinehurst No. 2 and the 8 other Top 100 courses, hidden gems and how hard each plays.

The best golf courses in California, ranked by golfers: Pebble Beach and the other 24 Top 100 courses, hidden gems and how hard each one plays.

The best golf courses in Texas, ranked by golfers: the 7 Top 100 courses, the best public courses you can book, and how hard each one plays.

The best golf courses in Wisconsin, ranked by golfers: all 10 Top 100 courses, hidden gems, and how hard each plays, from Erin Hills to Sand Valley.

The hardest golf courses in America and the world that golfers rank among the best: 83 Top 100 courses play harder than 99% of rated courses.

What tees should you play? Match your driver distance to course length with the Tee It Forward chart, plus what tee colors mean and a real example.

How to read a golf scorecard row by row: tee yardages, par, the handicap row, Out and In, using the real Erin Hills card. Find any scorecard free.

How TheGrint Top 100 golf course rankings work: five lists ranked by golfers, on the web and in the app. See the 2026 No. 1s and how courses are ranked.

Explore golf courses with TheGrint's new Course Discovery Map. Find top-rated courses, compare options, see golfer insights, and discover where to play next.

See how golfers of all handicap levels perform better at their home course compared to new courses. Our analysis shows why local knowledge is a key advantage.

Discover Royal Liverpool through Grinters' eyes: from a stunning 64-score round to the challenge of the hardest and easiest holes

Streamsong's greens challenge every golfer: Experience the wild undulations and high 3-putt rates that make this course unforgettable.

Discover how to maximize TheGrint beyond score tracking. From digital scorecards to course rankings and trophy rooms, unlock a treasure trove of golf memories.

Explore my personal course rankings on TheGrint! From Royal County Down to local gems like El Junko Golf Club, every round has a story. Which courses make your

Enhance your US Open experience with TheGrint's GPS Flyover! Explore Brookline Country Club, track player distances live, and plan your shots like a pro.

Experience the thrill of Major Courses through Grinters' eyes: From Augusta's challenges to St. Andrews' history, see how you'd compare.

Explore New York's golfing renaissance with our top-10 course ranking, featuring hidden gems and world-renowned greens loved by Grint members.

Discover the top 10 International Golf Courses outside the US, handpicked by Grinters. Expand your golfing horizons with these global gems.

Plan your golf bucket list with TheGrint! Rank courses, add dream destinations, and share with friends.

Prepare for your weekend round with TheGrint's GPS Flyover! Explore your course, plan your game, and make that Zoom meeting less tedious.

El Camaleon Course at Mayakoba Resort was designed by Greg Norman, featuring diverse environments from tropical jungles to the Caribbean Sea.

Types of golf courses vary by environment: Links (St. Andrews), Resort (Pebble Beach), Desert (TPC Scottsdale), Parkland (Augusta), Heathland (Pine Valley).

The 16th hole at Gleneagles' PGA Centenary, a 543-yard Par 5, is a strategic challenge that can decide the match with an eagle or bogey.

The last two schools of design: Freeway prioritizes visual balance over strategy, while Framing blends styles focusing on aesthetics.

In our last blog, we explored two design schools: Natural and Heroic. Learn the final four to better strategize and lower your handicap.

One of the most beautiful starting holes on Tour! Cherry Hills Country Club Hole #1, designed by William S. Flynn, offers a stunning and challenging start.

Understand Schools of Design and strategize with TheGrint GPS Golf App to lower your handicap. Know the design, plan accordingly, and master your game.

Golf Hole of the Week! Par 5 - 18th Hole at TPC Boston. Are you ready for a great finish? This hole offers excitement, birdies, bogeys, and heartbreaks.

Use TheGrint GPS golf app to navigate and strategize on courses, beat the architect's design, and lower your handicap!

Check out the famous 18th hole of Firestone South, site of Tiger's legendary "shot in the dark" and 11-shot win in 2000!

Discover the rich history and stunning design of TPC Deere Run Golf Club, from Native American settlements to John Deere’s legacy. Learn more here!

Do you recognize this Hole?‍ This is the challenging Par-3, 6th Hole of Pinehurst Resort No.2!

Take a guess... which is the Hole Of The Week this week...? The Stadium Course 17th—known as the Island Green! Only 132 yards long but a true challenge.

18th Hole TPC Louisiana - A Pete Dye design, challenging for pros, fun for amateurs. Par-72, 7,520 yards, 103 bunkers. A true test of golf.

Discover the iconic 18th Hole at Harbour Town Golf Links, a Pete Dye design. This par-4 features challenging winds and a demanding second shot into a tiny green

Bay Hill’s 18th hole, known as the “Devil’s Bathtub,” is the toughest hole on the course. Discover why it challenges even the pros.

Discover the differences between the new and old Blue Monster, redesigned by Gil Hanse. Learn why it’s now one of the most challenging courses in the world.

Discover the 15th Hole at PGA National's Bear Trap. Re-designed by Jack Nicklaus, it's known for its precision and challenge. Learn more here.

Hole 12 at Cabot Links offers stunning views and a challenging Par 3 with wind and bunkers. Discover more about this golf gem.

Shadow Creek Golf Course in Nevada costs $500 per round. Designed by Tom Fazio, this exclusive course offers a luxury golf experience.

Hole 5 at PGA West's Palmer Course is a long, challenging par 3 over water. With a large yet difficult green, par is a great score.

Explore Ballybunion Golf Club's historic 15th Hole in Ireland, a Par 71 course established in 1893 with natural dunes and scenic views.

Discover Medinah Country Club's Par 3 Second Hole, a 192-yard challenge. Site of the 2012 Ryder Cup and other major championships.

Discover Mauna Kea's iconic 3rd hole tee shot. Designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr., this Hawaiian gem is a must-play for golfers.

Discover Musselburgh Old Links, the world's oldest golf course with a history dating back to 1672. Explore its rich heritage and historic holes.

Discover the challenging 17th hole Par 3 of the Ocean Course at Kiawah Island, designed by Pete Dye. A must-visit for any golf enthusiast!

Discover the 1st Hole of El Camaleón Golf Course in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, featuring a unique Cenote. Learn more at the Mayakoba website.

Discover Pebble Beach's iconic 7th Hole, Par 3. The greatest public golf course in the U.S., host of five U.S. Opens, designed by Neville & Grant.

Discover the 15th hole of the Olazabal Course at Mission Hills, China. The world's largest golf resort with 12 full 18-hole courses.

Discover the top golf courses ranked by real golfers on TheGrint. Check out the best courses in the USA based on fun and maintenance.

Imagine creating your perfect golf course. Consider the environment, design, and what makes a course great. Share your thoughts!