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Minnesota is best known for its 10,000 lakes, but golf should not take a back seat as a summer recreational pursuit, either.
GolfPass releases a Top 25 Public Golf Courses in Minnesota every March 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. Elite private clubs like White Bear Yacht Club, Minneapolis Golf Club and Interlachen Country Club weren't eligible.
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 Minnesota or any other future Golfers' Choice lists? Click here to review the next golf course you play.
Minnesota golf courses reviewed in 2024: 82
Reviews of Minnesota golf courses in 2024: 1,103
Best Public Golf Courses in Minnesota
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Whitetail Run Golf Course
Green fee: $40-$60 (plus cart)
What they're saying: "Course was in very good condition. Greens were excellent. Cart paths were great and did a nice job guiding around the tee boxes. Course layout was very enjoyable with a nice flow. Played as a single and pace was a little slow, but only because I had a foursome in front and behind - it was a beautiful day and I got some much needed practice shots in. Would definitely recommend." - FloridaCo -
Kimball Golf Club
Green fee: $22-$60
What they're saying: "10/10 Wish I could go more often. This place is beautiful and every hole was a fantastic view, especially during golden hour. I played a terrible first 9 but still had fun and finish the back 9 like I actually knew what I was doing. The golfers were all polite and friendly, one group was nice enough to include me on the last hole since they were also waiting for a group ahead of them." - golfnuts742 -
Headwaters Golf Club
Green fee: $27-$41
What they're saying: "Always beautiful conditions and fun to play holes. My favorite golf course in this area!" - Richard9238302 -
Superior National at Lutsen
Lutsen, MinnesotaPublic/ResortGreen fee: $70-$114
What they're saying: "Our group had golfers of mid handicap to beginners. The staff was respectful and understanding of everyone’s skill levels as well as just wanted everyone to have a good time. The canyon 9 was by far the nicest back 9 of holes I’ve ever played, especially along the river on holes 14 & 15. I will be returning to play more in the future." - GolfPass Reviewer -
Pebble Creek Golf Club
Becker, MinnesotaPublicGreen fee: $39-$67
What they're saying: "I used to get out once in a while to Pebble Creek when I lived in Minnesota. It has been about 8 years since the last time I played it. The greens and everything were in fine shape and we really enjoyed putting on bent grass again. The cart girl was out and made her rounds several times. If you stay out of the trees, you can score decently here. We enjoyed the 18 we played and will if we are back in the area." - newallen2000 -
Wedgewood Cove Golf Club
Green fee: $70+
What they're saying: "Always a fun course to play was my 5th time out there this season from Owatonna. Worth the drive! Great value!" - sweetlew84 -
Keller Golf Course
Green fee: $53+
What they're saying: "This was my first time playing this historic course. It was very fun and challenging but not to the point where it was punishing. Staff was fantastic. I would recommend to my friends if they haven’t yet played, to book a tee time and play a round. I will play this course again." - DarthForsberg -
Golf at the Legacy
Green fee: $40-$69
What they're saying: "Love playing this course. It always seems to be in great shape and the Staff is top notch. The course is well managed and pace of play always seems to be 4 hours. Yesterday was under 4 hours. Not an extremely long course but that is perfect for me...several tough holes and par 3's are within reach. Well done Legacy! Hope to get one more round in this year!" - steverbac -
Faribault Golf & Country Club
Green fee: $40-$70
What they're saying: "Course was in great condition for this late in the year. No problem with leaves. Greens were great. Never had to wait on a shot. Definitely will be back." - GolfPass Reviewer -
Monticello Country Club
Green fee: $43-$63
What they're saying: "Conditions ideal, a quiet beautiful Thursday and yet my game was still the same. Barely average. Will gladly return again and again." - Davecashman78 -
Hastings Golf Club & Events
Green fee: $45-$85
What they're saying: "Very cool layout they have a good mix of very different holes and a fun bunch of par 3s." - Murphyerickson -
Mount Frontenac Golf Course
Green fee: $26-$49
What they're saying: "We had a great time playing this course. Scenery is beautiful, staff is very friendly and the course was in great condition. The greens were a little slow but still putted true. Overall a great experience. Can't wait to go back." - GolfPass Reviewer -
Oak Marsh Golf Club
Green fee: $28-$70
What they're saying: "Although I started my round with another golfer before 6:30, we didn’t avoid the rain showers. Light rain through about half the round, but heavier the last three holes. Hole 11 was quite saturated, but playable. The positive point - Our two-some finished the course in less than three hours! Greens were in excellent shape and very true. Will definitely return!" - mrmrcaruso -
Eagle Valley
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Green fee: $41-$65
What they're saying: "Greens were fast, fairways very nice. This is a fun course to play. Challenging on a few holes, but well worth the money." - hazzbro -
Thumper Pond Golf Course
Green fee: $30-$60
What they're saying: "The condition of the course mid-October was great. Greens very green and smooth. Staff was very helpful, we will be back." - fannir01 -
Tianna Country Club
Green fee: $31-$74
What they're saying: "I love this course and the rest of our foursome thought the same." - we647 -
Stones Throw Golf Course
Green fee: $30-$55
What they're saying: "Just a really nice course. It’s challenging but fun. The greens are in great condition, as is the entire course. The manager, Wendy, couldn’t be more friendly and kind. And they have great food! Highly recommend!!" - jmklym -
Pebble Lake Golf Course
Green fee: $48-$82
What they're saying: "Very nice layout. Middle of the range difficulty. Except for one fairway, the course is in great shape. Played with my son. Pace of play is very good. Recommend if you like a medium course difficulty." - kzreik -
The Club At the Jewel Golf Course
Green fee: $38-$75
What they're saying: "The course was in phenomenal shape and Pace of play was a non-issue. The course is one of the best public courses in MN. Very challenging yet scoring chances exist on every hole. The staff is fantastic. The grounds crew has the course in tip top shape. I wish there were more days left in the season to play. Truly a must for the avid golfer. 10/10 experience, the value is absurd! You won’t find anything else remotely close to it in MN. Kudos!" - mnsnwta -
Logger's Trail Golf Club
Green fee: $46-$65
What they're saying: "I am from Virginia and my friends and I come here every year to play golf for the week. This course is our favorite course and we play here at least 2 to 3 times during the week. This year, we are playing here four times. Course layout is interesting and it’s always in great condition. The staff is incredibly friendly. The course is also very reasonably priced For everything you get." - ManHyong7030816 -
Rich Springs Golf Club
Green fee: $35-$43
What they're saying: "Greens were fast and receptive. Overall conditions were very good, nicer layout than I expected after just viewing it from the road. Friendly, professional staff, and Shadys is a great place to eat. I was very pleased." - GolfPass Reviewer -
Atikwa Golf Club at Arrowwood Resort
Alexandria, MinnesotaPublic/ResortGreen fee: $49-$59
What they're saying: "From the moment I walked in the clubhouse, I was greeted with nice flow they call Vinyl. The course was in good shape. Well watered." - jeeper1266 -
Albany Golf Club
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Green fee: $32-$57
What they're saying: "I'm a member of two very old country clubs but always amazed by the condition of this course now and (the) gorgeous recently updated and expanded clubhouse. WOW!" - GolfPass Reviewer -
Wapicada
Green fee: $30-$32
What they're saying: "I play about 30 different courses a year between Florida and Minnesota. This course would be top 10. Not much water and wide fairways. No homes and clean woods to retrieve an errant shot. Big greens and no false fronts. Very well maintained. Greens a little slow due to recent aeration and rain. Fairways are perfect unlike most Florida courses. Definitely worth your money." - bbbarbone -
Cannon Golf Club
Green fee: $44-$51
What they're saying: "Love this course and the layout! They've also made some recent needed improvements by removing some trees, although there are still some dead trees that need to go. Hole #4 in particular still needs some pruning. The greens were in awesome shape. Highly recommended." - chipshots
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