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Home to the sprawling Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, choosing the best public golf course in Alabama is a challenging and subjective exercise.
GolfPass releases a Top 20 Public Golf Courses in Alabama every January thanks to YOU. We create our annual Golfers' Choice lists by curating the reviews submitted by everyday golfers. We use GolfPass' Ratings Index logic that weights newer reviews and combine it with a course's subcategory averages.
Each course needed at least two reviews and at least some public access to qualify. Playing golf in Alabama means scenic holes and rolling hills. The Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail might make all the headlines, but there are good golf courses spread throughout the state.
We make our Golfers' Choice best-of lists user friendly. Simply click on the photo of each course to learn more about the facility or to book a tee time (in most cases).
Want to get involved with determining the top public golf courses in Alabama or any other future Golfers' Choice lists? Click here to review the next golf course you play.
Alabama golf courses reviewed in 2024: 46
Reviews of Alabama golf courses in 2024: 2,255
Best public golf courses in Alabama
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The Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at Magnolia Grove - Falls Course
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Green fee: $95
What they're saying: "Played the Falls course first, then the Crossing course in the afternoon. The two courses are similar in terms of conditioning and challenge. It really did feel like I played a 36-hole course, rather than two 18-hole courses. ... This was my first experience on the RTJ Trail. I’ll be back for more!" - klmgolf80 -
The Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at Magnolia Grove - Crossings Course
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Green fee: $95
What they're saying: "This course offers a variety of dog legs and risk reward holes. The course was in excellent condition from tee to green. My favorite holes on the Crossings course were #3, 4, 5, 10, 14, 15, 17 and 18. Like its sister course, the Falls, it’s a very visually pleasing course. The entire staff inside and out were very friendly and professional. If I’m in the area again I would not hesitate to play this course again." - PeterDiehl -
FarmLinks Golf Club
What they're saying: "If you have never been to Pursell Farms to play FarmLinks, you need to schedule your trip now. Great layout, good food and lodging options and even sporting clays and upland bird hunting make this a fantastic destination." - petralife
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The Craft Farms Resort - Cypress Bend
Gulf Shores, AlabamaSemi-PrivateGreen fee: $84+
What they're saying: "This course was the best course I’ve ever played. The greens were pure. The staff is very helpful and friendly. John is a great man." -CadeTheriot -
Craft Farms Resort - Cotton Creek
Gulf Shores, AlabamaSemi-PrivateGreen fee: $84+
What they're saying: "I came in from West Virginia for vacation. They were able to get me in early in the morning and help book other tee times during my stay. Course is well maintained and the pride in the green keeper shows. The staff in all areas are happy and enjoy their jobs. All staff is very friendly and accommodating. I recommend you check them out if you play golf. " - arkie1971 -
Limestone Springs Golf Club
Green fee: $69-$99
What they're saying: "Best maintained and kept course in the area. Pricing via GolfNow is unbeatable. Played all over north Alabama and you’ll be hard pressed to find another place comparable without spending a fortune. Try some food at the turn!" -mason7676 -
Peninsula Golf & Racquet Club
Gulf Shores, AlabamaResortGreen fee: $99-$149
What they're saying: "Drove up, guys came out to vehicle and loaded our bags on cart, let us know where everything was. Went in pro shop to check in. Friendly staff. Courteous and quick. Range was in great shape. Lots of turf to hit off of. Practice putting greens in excellent shape. Starter came and courteously asked us our name. We had a tee time at 9:10. Offered us to tee off early at 8:50. Said sure. Course conditions were fantastic. Fairways plush, greens rolled very well. Cart girl came by about every 4 holes. Marshalls all over course ensuring good pace of play and offering ice cold towels. We were two-some and played in 3:10 minutes. Just a great experience. Definitely will go back to play." - Smithmouton93 -
Blackberry Trail Golf Course
Green fee: $29-$45
What they're saying: "Best greens. Best layout. Just about everything you would want in a challenging course. Plenty of sand, undulating greens, hidden gullies. What more could you ask for. (It's great) to hear everyone say that the course and the greens were the best we have played all year." - curvehandler -
Kiva Dunes
Green fee: $100-$130
What they're saying: "We played Kiva Dunes this week on vacation. It was a challenging course with a beautiful layout. Good for mid to high handicap players like myself and challenging to my husband as well who is lower handicap player. A nicely maintained course with fast greens. Don’t miss this course if you come to play in Gulf shores!" - Karlsville1 -
Cider Ridge Golf Club
Green fee: $49-$59
What they're saying: "This is an amazing golf course with scenic views around each corner. It is well maintained with perfect greens." - gregarnold1959 -
Silver Wings Golf Course
Green fee: $35+
What they're saying: "Very beautiful course. Nice layout. Good condition. The only issue was a lot of walkers on this course. And a lot of carts mixed in as well. It makes for a very slow day if folks don't wave you through. Overall, I would recommend this course. The staff is extremely friendly. The ladies at the desk are top-notch and they could not find anyone better to do that job." - Ratnold1214 -
Gunter's Landing
Green fee: $60-$75
What they're saying: "Do you like elevated tees? Great greens and 18 holes where each hole could be a signature hole? What a gem this place is. Fast play and a surprise on every hole. I highly recommend." -yingyang54 -
Lake Winds Golf Course
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Green fee: $23-$40
What they're saying: "This was a great course for the cost. Ended up playing 27 holes. Fairways and greens both in good condition, pace of play was good, carts are good, and staff was great. We finished 18 and decided to play another 9 because we were having such good time. Staff let us go right back off on our 9 no problem. Would highly recommend a round." - jmcdonald7686 -
Goose Pond Colony Resort - Plantation Course
Green fee: $50-$55
What they're saying: "As always - a great experience! The greens are in amazing conditions; best I’ve ever seen at Plantation. The fringes are also in great condition!" -BobMounter -
Goose Pond Colony Resort - Lake Course
Green fee: $65-$70
What they're saying: "Very fun course. Not overly difficult but kept me interested. Nice gentle hills and medium size greens. The staff could not have been nicer! Fantastic people to interface with. Thank you!" - ajbseb -
Dogwood Hills Golf Club
Green fee: $20-$45
What they're saying: "I was in the area for a family reunion and decided to visit Dogwood Hills. I am glad that I did! This is a very nice course with some elevation changes and water comes into play on several holes. I would gladly play again the next time I am in the area!" - peteb200 -
Gulf Shores Golf Club
Green fee: $40-$80
What they're saying: "Play there 5 or 6 times a year and it’s always good. Definitely recommend it to locals and out of state visitors. I will keep it in my top 3 local courses." - RobertMoore74 -
Heron Lakes Country Club
Green fee: $49-$59
What they're saying: "Course was in very good condition and we had a very nice day." - GolfPass reviewer -
Cherokee Ridge Country Club
Green fee: $42-$50
What they're saying: "The management here has made so many improvements to the course! The fairways are looking great, the greens are great... the course hasn't been this nice in years! If you haven't been here in a while, come try it again!" - DWils64 -
The Links At Redstone - Patriot Course
Redstone Arsenal, AlabamaMilitaryGreen fee: $43-$74
What they're saying: " Always a challenge and fun to play the links course! Foliage added to the serenity and beauty on North Alabama. Fairways were in very good shape! Greens were spotless!" - BobMounter
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