When you're playing a municipal golf course in a state, city, county or metropark chain of parks, you're almost always guaranteed a round of golf in a natural setting with no homes and little traffic.
With the 2017 U.S. Open in the rear view mirror, more and more golfers will be trekking to Wisconsin eager to explore the state's golf offerings. If cost is a concern, fear not. Budget-conscious golfers can play some outstanding golf near Milwaukee over three days for less than $200.
Sure it was beer that made Milwaukee famous, but it has golf history, and its future seems unlimited. Milwaukee-area golf is a winner. Here's a look at the options.
The new Big Easy Ranch features the best in hunting, fishing, dining and golf, including the Hal Sutton Golf Academy and a par-3 course that measures up with anything in the U.S.
The Greg Mastriona Golf Courses at Hyland Hills is truly a hidden gem and one of the best bargains in Colorado. The 45-hole complex -- which features an 18-hole design, a nine-hole design and two nine-hole, par-3 courses -- has hosted as many as 100,000 rounds in a season. David R. Holland has more on why Hyland Hills remains a favorite for golfers in the Denver area.
California's drought has pushed many once-proud golf facilities to extinction. Water costs and competition are high. Participation is low. That equation doesn't add up for owners.
Summer golf is grand in Michigan, but fall might be the best time to tee it up. The courses are more affordable with fall rates kicking in. You can play some top 100-type courses for half the price you'd pay in summer. The courses are less crowded, too.
With winter fully melted away, and LeBron James ready to push the Cavaliers to another potential NBA Finals run, let's celebrate Cleveland's golf scene.
Despite sitting in one of the driest sports on Oahu, the Ewa Beach Golf Club is wall-to-wall green like it's located in Ireland instead of Hawaii. The course is always in terrific condition, with impeccable greens, and has been one of Oahu's best-kept secrets. Not anymore.