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In a lot of ways, military golf courses are like municipal courses.
They're generally only appreciated by locals because out-of-towners either a) don't realize how good they are, or b) don't think they're open to public play. The truth is that most military golf courses are open to the public and often quite affordable compared to their public competition.
Military courses can be found on Air Force bases, Navy bases, Marine bases or Army bases, so next time you're in a region known for its military might, it might be worth checking on the status of the golf courses.
Gaining access to military golf courses usually does require some extra effort, such as completing an online form before you book and/or stopping to show your driver's license at a checkpoint to get on base. These inconveniences don't usually interrupt what can be a pleasant golf experience.
Golfers' Choice annually honors America's best military courses by ranking a top 10. Each course on this list received at least 10 reviews last year in order to be eligible for Golfers' Choice 2026. We salute each and every one of them.
Best Military Golf Courses
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Ryder Golf Course at Fort Bragg
Green fee: $22-$28
What they're saying: "Good looking course. Expected slow play on a Saturday but still a great day overall." - akarakosTake a look at past Golfers' Choice lists of top U.S. military golf courses lists here![Destroyer at Seal Beach Navy GC]()
Playing a military course is a great option for many golfers, as long as they can get on base.![navy-destroyer-6.jpg]()
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You don't need to be a soldier to play these military golf courses.![Cypress Lakes - hole 3]()
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Cheyenne Shadows Golf Course At Fort Carson
What they're saying: "Really great course here in (Colorado) Springs and usually the prices to get a visitors pass on to Fort Carson is very easy. (The) staff here is really nice. I wish the restaurant was open a bit later but oh well." - jawnasaurus
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Trails West Golf Course
Green fee: $30-$48
What they're saying: "Good old course. Lots of fun with some challenges. Greens have recovered and are pretty solid." - cheech300 -
Navy Golf Course - Destroyer Course
Cypress, CaliforniaMilitaryGreen fee: $41-$61
What they're saying: "I really enjoyed this beautiful golf course! It’s a long and challenging course but I love it!" - cocobabo22 -
Cypress Lakes Golf Course
Green fee: $38-$60
What they're saying: "Good course layout…. Good walking course . Friendly staff! Nice kept greens.. A little wind in the afternoons.. challenging golf course... Golf carts in great condition and water available on the golf course." - Golfer1142Editors' Choice: America's Best Military Golf Courses
Since there's so much competition to make our Golfers' Choice lists, we're adding a new feature for all 75+ lists we create in 2026: an Editors' Choice selection of some of our favorites in that particular category. We recommend golfers give these military courses a try.
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Windy Harbor Golf Club
Green fee: $25-$47
What they're saying: "Fun course playable scoreable greens are fast very enjoyable." - erick02 -
Randolph Oaks Golf Course
Green fee: $45-$62
What they're saying: "Beautiful course that was well maintained. Greens were in great shape. Played after a tournament so the pin locations were pretty difficult but was a great time regardless." - mobel13 -
Lindsey Golf Course
Green fee: $18-$38
What they're saying: "As previous reviews have stated, staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. Course has an interesting layout, that has some good land movement on the interior of the property that creates several very unique holes. I really enjoyed the unique undulating greens. Many were built up and had a fair amount of movement. Greens were in very good shape for my early season round." - hornedwoodchuck -
Fort Sill Golf Club
Green fee: $20-$39
What they're saying: "Great value for the money. New golf carts. Great Fairways and greens. The only thing that needs work are the bunkers. Everything else is great . We played 18 in exactly 4 hours, but we had to wait on every hole . Will be back." - Nimetz1 -
Trident Lakes Golf Club
Green fee: $34-$39
What they're saying: "Course layout was very nice. Greens were really slow and beat up. Considering we’re coming out of winter, I’m guessing they’ll improve. I will definitely play it again." - OKSAW
