When you have the freedom to fly anywhere, spending an afternoon, a weekend getaway or full vacation at one of the best golf destinations in the country is no longer just a dream. Simply toss your golf clubs in the plane, hop in the cockpit, enter your coordinates and you’ll be teeing off in no time!
If you’re looking for great places to fly, we think these golf courses are ideal destinations. Keep reading to learn more about 10 incredible golf destinations in the U.S.
1) Pebble Beach Golf Links
Pebble Beach, California
Course Information
Address: 1700 17 Mile Dr, Pebble Beach, CA 93953
Phone: (831) 574-5609
Pebble Beach Golf Links, host of five U.S. Opens, is located on the western coastline of Pebble Beach, California. Widely known as one of the most beautiful public courses in the world, Pebble Beach offers incredible views of Carmel Bay and the Pacific Ocean. The holes at this golf course are unforgettable, with some of the most famous in golf, not to mention the picturesque but perilous Cliffs of Doom on hole eight – in fact, Jack Nicklaus has called this hole his favorite approach shot in all of golf.
2) Kiawah Island Golf Resort
Kiawah Island, South Carolina
Course Information
Address: 1 Sanctuary Beach Drive, Kiawah Island, SC 29455
Phone: (843) 768-2121
Located on the picturesque Kiawah Island in South Carolina, just southwest of Charleston, this golf destination has something for everyone. Voted the “Number 1 Resort in the U.S.” by Golf World Magazine, Kiawah Island Golf Resort has five incredible golf courses to choose from. Fly to Kiawah Island to play where the pros play—including the legendary Ocean Course, host of the 1991 Ryder Cup, 2012 PGA Championship and upcoming 2021 PGA Championship.
3) Sea Island Golf Resort
Sea Island, Georgia
Course Information
Address: 100 Cloister Dr, Sea Island, GA 31561 (resort)
Phone: 1-800-SEA-ISLAND
Sea Island Golf Resort is a collection of three championship 18-hole golf courses, perfect for a quick weekend getaway. Sea Island is part of a beautiful chain of barrier islands tucked into the Atlantic Coast of Georgia, where you can play among breathtaking landscapes, gorgeous stretches of coastline and pristine marshlands.
4) The American Club
Kohler, Wisconsin
Course Information
Address: 419 Highland Dr, Kohler, WI 53044
Phone: (800) 344-2838
For an unforgettable golfing experience in the Midwest, look no further than The American Club in Kohler, Wisconsin. All four courses that make up The American Club were picked as 2017/2018 America’s 100 Greatest Golf Courses by Golf Digest. Compete like a champion at one of the Midwest’s most beautiful, challenging golf destinations!
5) Old Works Golf Course
Anaconda, Montana
Course Information
Address: 1205 Pizzini Way, Anaconda, MT 59711
Phone: (406) 563-5989
Old Works Golf Course is a Jack Nicklaus signature design, named after its location on the site of an 1880s copper smelter, which processed ore from mines in nearby Butte. Jack Nicklaus incorporated many historic relics in his Signature design, including remnants of the works’ flue and ovens, while players aim to avoid bunkers filled with black slag, a smelting byproduct. As one of America’s top 100 public courses, Old Works has developed a reputation as one of the premier daily fee golf destinations in the Northwest region of the U.S.
6) TPC Sawgrass
Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida
Course Information
Address:110 Championship Way, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
Phone: (904) 273-3235
TPC Sawgrass boasts two immaculately-maintained golf courses, both designed by the legendary Pete Dye. The courses are designed to favor no particular player, resulting in a truly balanced golf course. While it’s built for the pros, anyone can experience some of the best golf in Florida through their vacation package offerings – so fly to TPC Sawgrass for an unforgettable round!
7) Reflection Bay Golf Club
Henderson, Nevada
Course Information
Address: 75 Montelago Blvd, Henderson, NV 89011
Phone: (702) 740-4653
Reflection Bay Golf Club is located in the luxurious high-end resort residential community of Lake Las Vegas, just 20-minutes east of the Las Vegas Strip. As the recipient of some of the most sought-after awards by industry magazines including Golf Magazine and Golf Digest, Reflection Bay is the perfect setting for VIP golf groups, corporate outings and day-guest golfing alike. Additionally, Reflection Bay offers some truly unique lifestyle experiences including a private white sand beach, paddle boarding, yacht access and one of the most unique concert experiences in the world, with a floating stage that turns Reflection Bay into a unique beachside venue.
8) The Golf Club at Dove Mountain
Marana, Arizona
Course Information
Address: 6501 W Boulder Bridge Pass, Marana, AZ 85658
Phone: (520) 572‑3543
Three par-36 golf courses make up the elite Golf Club at Dove Mountain. Fly to Arizona to tee-off among the beautiful surroundings of the High Sonoran Desert. With unique challenges and distinct character, blending naturally among noble saguaros and the surrounding Tortolita Mountain Range, the Golf Club at Dove Mountain offers a luxurious golfing experience that you won’t soon forget.
9) The Broadmoor
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Course Information
Address: The Broadmoor, 1 Lake Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Phone: (855) 634-7711
With a fascinating golfing history, The Broadmoor offers three courses to choose from, among the peaks and valleys of the beautiful Rocky Mountains. After you hit the links, stick around and explore The Broadmoor’s other amenities, including tennis courts, a spa, 10 restaurants and 26 boutique stores. There are also suites and cottages available for those who are staying overnight.
10) Bandon Dunes Golf Resort
Bandon, Oregon
Course Information
57744 Round Lake Road, Bandon, OR 97411
Phone: (541) 347-4380
Bandon Dunes Golf Resort offers five authentic links golf courses located on the rugged Pacific coast of Southern Oregon. Sweeping, untamed shores stretch for miles, while primeval grassy dunes roll to the sea, crafting a unique golfing experience unlike anywhere else. Among the massive dunes and hearty pines, you’ll discover golf in its purest state, where nature is embraced, not conquered – keeping the tradition of links golf alive and thriving.
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