Golf is a lot more than hitting a ball into a hole. It’s all about the surroundings. Taking up the game of golf never looked better with these amazing courses. From the beautiful water to the luscious trees, these 5 U.S. golf courses all have amazing views.
Bandon Dunes, Oregon
True links courses are certainly hard to find. At Bandon Dunes there are five of them all in one place. The putting course called, The Punchbowl, sits by the ocean which allows for amazing views of the waters. There is also a 60-acre Practice Center where golfers can perfect just about any shot they can think of. After a round of golf visitors can eat at one of six restaurants, grab a drink in one of the lounges or stay a night or two at one of Bandon Dunes’ cottages.
Whistling Straits, Wisconsin
Some have called Wishing Straits America’s greatest championship course. It hosted the PGA Championships this year and will host the Ryder Cup in 2020. It features two courses that are situated along the shoreline of Lake Michigan that were designed by Pete Dye. Inland, the landscape is intricately woven together with dunes, grassland and four streams. Overall the setting feels more tranquil than competitive.
Four Seasons At Manele Bay, Hawaii
This 18 hole golf course overlooks Hulopoe Bay. The most famous hole at this course is number 12 with a 200-yard cliff to cliff shot. This takes a high level skill and intellect to come in under par. In addition to the water views that are red volcanic cliffs, gorges and ravines. The course has a five tee concept with each hole having a 180 degree ocean view. Jack Nicklaus designed this world famous course.
Kiawah Island Golf Resort, South Carolina
This is one of the toughest links courses in the world. It makes all the hard work worth it as it is right by the ocean. This is another course designed by Pete Dye and it is obvious in the difficulty of it. Kiawah Island is truly a unique place to visit and has a laidback feel, except on the golf course. After playing a round of golf, golfers can relax by renting a bike and riding down to the Straw Market or walking down to the beach to take a dip into the ocean.
Seven Canyons, Arizona
This is a relatively new course as it opened in 2002. Seven Canyons was designed by architect Tom Weiskopf. The view features formations out of red rock and ponderosa pines that are hundreds of years old. The course has varying elevations which makes it challenging, even for the best golfers in the world.
