An incredible set of sculptures, featuring more than 100 wolves attacking a swordsman, lines the 18th hole of The Hills Golf Club, home of the New Zealand PGA Championship.

The best backyard golf courses

You don't have to be a millionaire to build a private golf playground in your backyard. But it helps.

It's every golfer's dream to own a backyard golf course.No tee times. No green fees. No slow play. No obnoxious members or board meetings. Just you and the game. Whenever you want it. It's a noble idea but hardly practical for most of us. Many of the best backyard golf courses are the property of th

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