Best of 2018: Top 25 golf courses rated by conditions

Hilton Head Island, S.C. | Read reviews
Superintendent: John Wright

What they're saying: "We got to play 2 days before the course was shut down ahead of the RBC Heritage, so it was in immaculate condition - greens were firm but read true." - rothy824

Pierson, Mich. | Read reviews
Superintendent: Ken Hunt
What they're saying: "The care given to the course by the maintenance crew is evident on every hole. Just pure beautiful golf. The greens are very demanding but also fair once you understand and take the correct approach to them. We used this course for our putting competition during a three day outing and it definitely showed who was who in the putting department." - rpruck

Laconia, Ind, | Read reviews
Superintendent: David Beanblossom
What they're saying: "The course is beautiful and it is in fantastic condition. The greens are in much better shape than any other local course right now! There are a lot of bunkers and they are sometimes wicked -- but the amount and type of sand in them is consistent, which was really helpful." - kmphilley1

Kohala Coast, Hawaii, H.I. | Read reviews
Superintendent: Tim Snelling
What they're saying: "A palm lined and lava outcropping tropical delight. Paspalum greens were perfect, rolling quick and smoothly. The rough requires a firmer stroke as this amazing grass strain sticks the blade." - WilliamCoen

Chautauqua, N.Y. | Read reviews
Superintendent: Trevor Burlingame
What they're saying: "Both courses where in excellent shape, and I don't mean for a public course. They would presently rival most country clubs in the buffalo area right now." - aaronjantzi

Gladstone, Mich. | Read Reviews
Superintendent: Bruce Cline

What they're saying: "I played with my brother-in-law - he is a caddie at Inverness (Toledo's pro level course) - he said that Gladstone was about as well kept as Inverness." - krue2024

Holland, Mich. | Read reviews
Superintendent: Kevin Haack
What they're saying: "Best fairways in the area. Greens were just punched but still were true. Tee boxes were nice and level, challenging layout but fair." - Neil5039850

Las Vegas, Nev. | Read reviews
Superintendent: Jeremy Shay and Jason Morgan
What they're saying: "I love coming out here because everyone knows you are getting the best conditions year round. It's 100 degrees out and the course is lush green, greens are smooth and staff is friendly." - longball1047

Mount Wolf, Penn. | Read reviews
Superintendent: n/a
What they're saying: "This is the best public course in our region. It drains much better than any other course I have seen because of how it sits and what it sits on and how they built it." - sstites16

Lebanon, Ind. | Read reviews
Superintendent: Dan Kaar
What they're saying: "The course was in fantastic condition considering it is season end. The fairways and rough were will groomed and even the heather areas were neatly outlined. The traps, and I found most of them, were soft and very playable. The greens are diabolical but smooth and fast. Love the course and can't wait til next season." - ddallape

Borrego Springs, Calif. | Read reviews
Superintendent: Jose Verduzco
What they're saying: "Fantastic course in the desert. The course just opened for the season, but the condition on greens and fairways was perfect." - 0318Max

Pawleys Island, S.C. | Read reviews
Superintendent: Jackson Clemens
What they're saying: "The greens were absolutely pure all you had to do was roll it on the right line and it would be in. Aside from course conditions I comeback here for the beauty of the grounds and the friendly staff." - GregMBRP

Indian Wells, Calif. | Read reviews
Superintendent: Jonas Conlan and Andy Lindloff

What they're saying: "I’ve played several other courses in the area during September and none are in the condition that Indian Wells was in! Breathtaking views that will have you pulling out your phone to take pictures more than you use your range finder." - MINIJAM28

Indio, Calif. | Read reviews
Superintendent: Nate Glaser
What they're saying: "Excellent course condition! This time of year (summer) in the desert can be problematic in terms of greens and fairways. No such problems at Heritage Palms. Superintendent deserves a raise!! " - larry4113531

Onaway, Mich. | Read reviews
Superintendent: Chris Elwell
What they're saying: "This course is the hidden gem of Up North golf. Course is in perfect condition, which will challenge golfers of all skill levels." - thale7

Wickenburg, Ariz. | Read reviews
Superintendent: Ed Shimkus
What they're saying: "The greens were in mint shape and pin placements played very fair. Fairways were in great shape and bunkers seemed to be as well even though I managed to stay out of them." - leftybutterfade

St. Augustine, Fla. | Read reviews
Superintendent: Ken Ausley
What they're saying: "During the winter month, King and Bear over seeds their tee boxes, fairways and greens, producing a brilliant green color which provides a stunning contrast to the dormant Bermuda grass. It also makes for some fabulous playing conditions during the winter months." - TheGolfinGuy

Peoria, Ariz. |Read reviews
Superintendent: Trevor Cooke
What they're saying: "This course is definitely one of the best in the valley (private or public!). Layout is fantastic. Course conditions were excellent. Definitely worth the drive!!" - bgoeyes

Gulf Shores, Ala. | Read reviews
Superintendent: Zeke Mims
What they're saying: "I have played Kiva before and after the remodel of the bunkers. It made a great course even better. The turf, greens, layout and hospitality are unmatched." - TBgolfiii

Batavia, Oh. | Read reviews
Superintendent: David Meek
What they're saying: "Even with all of the rain that we have had, the course is in fabulous shape. The greens are fast and true. The course is very well manicured." - clyde2jan

Lagrangeville, N.Y. | Read reviews
Superintendent: Chris Strehl
What they're saying: "It was cool and rainy but course was in great shape Greens were fantastic. Fairways were perfect. Best part we had course to ourselves and finished in 3 hrs." - GOLFRICHANDJIM

Prospect, Ky. | Read reviews
Superintendent: Todd Smith
What they're saying: "The staff was super friendly, and the course was in immaculate condition. This is the nicest course I have played in Louisville this year and that includes two country clubs." - dgrecon2

Dalton, Ma. | Read reviews
Superintendent: Mike Salinetti
What they're saying: "This beautiful course was well maintained and quite scenic. The tee boxes were perfect, fairways and traps were well maintained, and the greens were large and smooth." - rosetwig

Bath, Mich. | Read reviews
Superintendent: Steve Fiorillo
What they're saying: "The turf was a pleasure to play from. The course features a few really fun holes. We played the white tees with the exception of a couple of feature holes. We decided they would be more fun from the tips. The greens were true and in excellent condition." - mch1dap

Brooks, Calif. | Read reviews
Superintendent: Kyle Jones
What they're saying: "All the hard work put in this winter is starting to work out ... greens are running true and fast. I love the work done on the waste area on #8 looks wonderful." - Todd04