Golf Advisor's Top 50 courses in the U.S.: Nos. 30-11

Golf Advisor is counting down the Top 50 courses of 2017 based on the ratings from over 150,000 reviews from 92,000 golfers. To view Nos. 50-31, as well as how we determined the list, click here.

Ocala, Fla.
Architect: Gordon Lewis
Green fee: $40-59
What they're saying: "I always look forward to playing Candler Hills. The course was in immaculate condition." - PastorBeef

Clifton, Va.
Architects: Fred Couples, Gene Bates
Green fee: $59-109
What they're saying: "Used every club in my bag. Each hole has its own personality." - u568479479

Maricopa, Ariz.
Architect: Brian Curley
Green fee: $79-140
What they're saying: " Par 3s have great variety and the par 5s offer some risk/reward. Par 4s give plenty of options of the tee. No gimmicks, just pure golf." - ArmyGolfBC

Indian Wells, Calif.
Architect: John Fought
Green fee: $108-199
What they're saying: "The service, course conditions, layout, amenities...everything was great! " - markd4

Peoria, Ariz.
Architect: Rees Jones/Steve Weisser
Green fee: $186-$234
What they're saying: "Rees Jones did an excellent job of carving out a great course from the high Sonoran desert.” - RJFetcenko

Pierson, Mich.
Architect: Mike DeVries
Green fee: $59-$69
What they're saying: "The layout allows me to feel like our group is in our own beautiful, serene world.” - bobrfb2

Bremerton, Wash.
Architect: John Harbottle III
Green fee: $45-$65
What they're saying: "The Olympic Course, at least from the blues, demands no less than your best if you want to post a decent score.” - sorenj, Idaho Local Golf Advisor

Hartford, Wisc.
Architect: Arthur Hills
Green fee: $40-$76
What they're saying: "Greens were fast and rolling true and the fairways were lush, green carpets. You would not believe this is a municipal course.” - polishpal, Wisconsin Local Golf Advisor

Orlando, Fla.
Architect: Jack Nicklaus
Green fee: $99-$150
What they're saying: "Overall – one of the top places you can play in Orlando.” - tomik17

Young Harris, Ga.
Architect: Denis Griffiths
Green fee: $69-$89
What they're saying: "Brasstown Valley is in excellent shape, the grass is lush, the greens are smooth and the views are breath-taking. “ - Sylbie

Savannah, Ga.
Architect: Bob Cupp/Sam Snead
Green fee: $99-$149
What they're saying: "You will truly enjoy every shot and never forget your round there." - fgenest

Nashport, Ohio.
Architect: Arthur Hills
Green fee: $80-$100
What they're saying: "The course has a fun mix of holes, with a lot of character and elevation change.“ - DrOldSchool, Indianapolis Local Golf Advisor

Dickson, Tenn.
Architect: Mark McCumber
Green fee: $41-$61
What they're saying: "The shot and scenic value for me at points on this course were off the charts." - BrandonWebb, Alabama Local Golf Advisor

Hilton Head Island, S.C.
Architect: Pete Dye/Jack Nicklaus/Alice Dye
Green fee: $150-$250
What they're saying: "The course is epic and requires accuracy, patience, and a good caddy.” - GOlfFan33

Wisconsin Dells, Wisc.
Architect: Dr. Michael Hurdzan/Dana Fry
Green fee: $85-$125
What they're saying: "This course is by far the best one in all of Southwest Wisconsin.” - Elwayfan

Chandler, Ariz.
Architect: Gary Panks
Green fee: $70-$194
What they're saying: "This course is quickly becoming one of my favorites (in Scottsdale)." - dhume419, Local Arizona Golf Advisor

Brutus, Mich.
Architect: Bruce Matthews
Green fee: $40-$98
What they're saying: "Wow ! One of the best conditioned courses we've ever played." - thebrug56

Palm Desert, Calif.
Architect: Arnold Palmer
Green fee: $89-149
What they're saying: "Immaculate course. Greens, fairways, views, pace of play - all 5 stars." - n8doggttu

Athens, Ga.
Architect: Robert Trent Jones Sr.
Green fee: $22-$65
What they're saying: "Ever wonder why there are so many PGA Tour players from UGA? Play here and you'll understand." - Tom1475160

Mount Wolf, Pa.
Architect: Timothy Freeland
Green fee: $25-68
What they're saying: "The PGA couldn't have prepared a better course." - eeguerreiro