At the very tip of Mexico’s Baja Peninsula, where the Pacific Ocean crashes into the Sea of Cortez, sits one of the world’s most dramatic golf destinations. Cabo San Lucas offers a collection of world-class golf courses carved through rugged desert cliffs and coastal terrain, delivering ocean views, target-style precision, and a resort lifestyle that rivals anywhere on earth. This is the Mexico golf trip you’ve been putting off, it’s time to stop waiting.

Top Golf Courses in Cabo San Lucas

Diamante Dunes Course

Rated the number one golf course in Mexico by both Golf Digest and Golf Magazine, the Diamante Dunes Course is a links-style masterpiece built among massive Pacific dunes. Firm, fast fairways, wild bunkers, and relentless ocean wind create a playing experience unlike anything else in Latin America. The course regularly appears on world Top 100 lists and is considered a bucket-list round by serious golfers everywhere.

Quivira Golf Club

Designed by Jack Nicklaus and delivering one of the most breathtaking oceanfront routing in the world, Quivira Golf Club features dramatic cliff-top drops to the Pacific on nearly every hole. The course earned a spot on Golf Digest’s World’s 100 Greatest list and delivers a visual and strategic experience that stays with you long after the round ends.

Cabo del Sol Cove Club (formerly Ocean Course)

Another Jack Nicklaus classic, Cabo del Sol’s Cove Club is consistently ranked among the top 100 courses worldwide. Four oceanfront holes play directly above the Sea of Cortez cliffs, and the dramatic terrain makes every approach shot an adventure. The Sea of Cortez vistas from the elevated tees are among the most photographed scenes in Mexican golf.

Cabo del Sol Desert Course

Designed by Tom Weiskopf, the Desert Course offers a different flavor of Cabo golf. Wide fairways wind through native desert vegetation with significant elevation changes and sweeping views of Land’s End and El Arco, Cabo’s iconic rock arch. It’s the most forgiving of the top-tier Cabo courses while still delivering strategic depth and spectacular scenery.

Cabo Real Golf Club

Robert Trent Jones Jr.’s Cabo Real Golf Club rounds out the top-tier Cabo lineup with rolling fairways, meaningful elevation shifts, ocean glimpses throughout, and a challenging yet playable layout that rewards smart course management. It’s a great complement to the more extreme oceanfront designs.

Also Worth Noting

Cabo’s golf scene extends well beyond these flagship courses. Puerto Los Cabos features designs by Greg Norman and Jack Nicklaus. Cabo San Lucas Country Club offers outstanding value for budget-conscious travelers. Chileno Bay and El Cardonal at Diamante (Tiger Woods’ first course design) round out a destination that can accommodate a full week of world-class golf without repeating a round.

Perfect For: Guys’ Trips

Thirty-six holes in a day is genuinely achievable here, and the courses are dramatic enough that nobody will complain. Post-golf margaritas and Baja-style steaks flow freely throughout Cabo’s resort corridor. Add yacht parties, Cabo Wabo Cantina, and some of the best sport fishing in North America, and you have a guys’ trip that sets a standard nearly impossible to beat.

Perfect For: Families

Cabo’s luxury resort complex is built for families. Massive pools, world-class spas, kids’ clubs, white sand beaches, snorkeling, and whale watching (in winter months) mean non-golfers have just as much to enjoy as the players. The resorts themselves, Pueblo Bonito, Four Seasons, One and Only Palmilla, are destinations in their own right.

Stay and Play Options

Pueblo Bonito Resorts offer three all-inclusive properties, Pacifica, Sunset Beach, and Rose; all including access to Quivira Golf Club in their packages. Grand Solmar at Land’s End provides breathtaking views of the famous arch. Four Seasons Resort Los Cabos at Costa Palmas delivers ultra-luxury. One and Only Palmilla rounds out the elite tier with its legendary service and setting.

Pro Tips for Your Visit

  • Book through pueblobonito.com, cabodelsol.com, solmargolf.com, or Golfbreaks for package deals
  • Fly into Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) most major US cities have direct flights
  • Play morning rounds to beat the afternoon heat and coastal winds
  • Use caddies on the cliffside holes at Quivira and Cabo del Sol, local knowledge prevents serious mistakes
  • Pair with fresh seafood tacos, tequila tastings, sunset cruises to El Arco, and whale watching in winter months
  • Greens fees range from $200 to $500-plus, book resort packages for the best value

The Bottom Line

Where the desert meets the sea is exactly where you should be. Cabo San Lucas has the world-class golf, the luxury resorts, the ocean drama, and the lifestyle to match any golf destination on earth. Cabo is calling your name.

This is your chance to become the Huckleberry Finn of Golf, and float down the mighty Mississippi to Fallen Oak. Fallen Oak Golf Club is the crown jewel of Mississippi golf. A Tom Fazio masterpiece located in Saucier (about 30 minutes north of Biloxi), designed exclusively for guests of the Beau Rivage Resort & Casino. Often called the “Shadow Creek of the South,” it delivers elite private-club treatment with gated entry, personalized service, pristine conditioning, and a natural, rolling layout through forests, wetlands, ponds, and thousands of majestic oaks. It’s consistently ranked as Mississippi’s #1 public-access course, offering luxury resort golf with that high-roller MGM vibe.

Quick Facts

  • One championship 18-hole course: Tom Fazio design (2006), par-72, up to 7,487 yards from the tips
  • Natural beauty: Gently rolling terrain, tree-lined fairways, wetlands, streams, ponds, and over 4,000 oaks/magnolias/pines; five sets of tees for all levels
  • Year-round play: Mild Gulf Coast weather (great winter escape, warm springs/falls); limited rounds keep it uncrowded (~14,000/year)
  • Exclusive access: Must stay at Beau Rivage Resort & Casino (AAA Four Diamond); greens fees $200-$300+ (often included in packages)
  • Elite status: Top-ranked casino course in the U.S. (Golfweek #2), #1 public in Mississippi (Golf Digest/Golfweek), with exceptional service and conditioning

There’s some states that just feel like “America” and Mississippi is one of them. The river for which it’s named is one of the country’s most natural stunners. The country wouldn’t be what it is without Mississippi.

Perfect For…

  • Guys’ Trips: Premium rounds with caddies, post-golf casino action, steaks, cocktails, and Biloxi nightlife; feel like a private-club member without the membership
  • Families: Luxe resort amenities at Beau Rivage (pools, spa, shows, dining); non-golfers enjoy gaming, beaches, or shopping; course playable for varying skill levels

Top Standout Course

Fallen Oak (Tom Fazio Design)

The only course, but what a stunner. Dramatic elevation changes, strategic bunkers, large contoured greens, risk-reward holes, and natural wetlands integration create engaging, memorable golf. Front nine offers wooded charm; back nine brings more openness and drama (signature 18th finishing hole is a standout). Exceptional from tee to green, with personalized lockers, frozen watermelon at the turn, and staff who know your name: pure luxury experience.

Great Stay-and-Play Resorts & Spots

  • Beau Rivage Resort & Casino: MGM’s flagship Gulf Coast property: luxury rooms/suites, multiple pools, spa, fine dining, entertainment, and casino; direct access to Fallen Oak (shuttle available)
  • Stay-and-play packages via Beau Rivage include lodging, rounds (often with cart/range balls), breakfast credits, and perks; book early for priority tees and specials (resident discounts possible)

All Key Fallen Oak Golf Highlights at a Glance

  • Fallen Oak (18 holes, Tom Fazio masterpiece)
  • Exclusive to Beau Rivage guests
  • Plus top-tier practice facility, pro shop, and personalized service

Pro Tips

  • Book stay-and-play packages early via beaurivage.mgmresorts.com or call 877-805-4657; includes golf access, lodging, and extras; blackout dates/resident specials apply
  • Fly into Gulfport-Biloxi International (GPT) 30-45 min drive, or New Orleans (MSY) for more options
  • Pair golf with Gulf Coast classics: fresh seafood, casino gaming, Biloxi beaches, or nearby Beau Rivage shows
  • Advanced reservations required; proper golf attire mandatory; use caddies for strategy and local tips; forward tees make it enjoyable for all

Time to experience elite Fazio golf with Southern hospitality and casino flair. Fallen Oak is calling your escape.

The Caddy Shanks Team

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Golf In The Golden State: CordeValle Golf Club in California Needs to Be Your Next Golf Trip

California, if it wasn’t for taxes would be the unquestionable epicenter of golf. Maybe some other things I don’t know, but it’s still an amazing place to visit. Cordevalle Golf Club is a premier Northern California luxury retreat. Nestled in the golden foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains near San Martin (about 30 minutes south of San Jose), offering an exclusive, secluded 18-hole championship course surrounded by oak-studded valleys, meandering creeks, canyons, broad meadows, and panoramic views. Operated as a high end resort with Rosewood-level elegance, it blends world-class golf (Robert Trent Jones Jr. design) with spa, winery, tennis/pickleball, dining, and wine-country vibes perfect for those seeking upscale, private-club feel without full membership.

Quick Facts

  • One spectacular 18-hole course: Par 72, up to 7,360 yards, designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. (often called his finest creation)
  • Dramatic Northern California terrain: 150+ feet of elevation change, tree-lined fairways, Augusta-style white-sand bunkers, bent-grass greens, creeks, and oak/sycamore landscapes
  • Year-round play: Mild temps (ideal spring/fall; summers warm but mornings cooler); peak conditions with PGA-level challenge
  • Luxury resort access: Stay-and-play packages for guests (no public walk-ons; resort/hotel access required); hosted 2016 U.S. Women’s Open and other PGA TOUR events
  • Top-ranked: Frequently in top public/resort lists (e.g., Golfweek #7 Best You Can Play in CA, Golf Digest top rankings, often #50-60 nationally for resort courses)

I think it would be a fun road trip to start in San Diego and just drive north and hit every prestigious public course the state has to offer. Beautiful scenery, great golf, amazing food and history. Sure, it would cost money but! It’s a dream, okay.

Perfect For…

  • Guys’ Trips: High-end rounds with strategy and drama, post-golf fine dining or bar hangs at One Iron/Lion’s Peak Grill, winery tastings, and easy Bay Area access for nightlife or Levi’s Stadium events
  • Families/Couples: Luxe accommodations (villas with hot tubs overlooking the course), spa, heated pool, tennis/pickleball, bocce, hiking trails, kids’ programs; non-golfers enjoy wine country, fitness, or relaxation

Top Standout Course

CordeValle Golf Course (Robert Trent Jones Jr.)

The centerpiece, a masterpiece enveloped in Northern California beauty with rolling valleys, elevation shifts, strategic risk-reward holes, and PGA-caliber excitement. Wide fairways for playability, but challenging contours, bunkers, and water demand precision; multiple tees suit all levels. Ranked among America’s best resort/public courses; pure elegance and scenery from every angle.

Great Stay-and-Play Resorts & Spots

  • CordeValle Resort itself, Luxury rooms, suites, bungalows, and one-bedroom villas (many with golf-course views, soaking tubs, fireplaces, private hot tubs/patios)
  • Ultimate Golf Package and other stay-and-play specials, includes lodging, rounds, priority tees, carts with GPS, practice access, breakfast/perks, and resort amenities
  • On-site highlights: Clos LaChance Winery (tastings on 150-acre vineyard estate), full spa/fitness, heated outdoor pool, tennis/pickleball courts, bocce, hiking trails, electric bikes, multiple dining options (Lion’s Peak Grill, One Iron Bar, fine dining)

All Key CordeValle Golf Highlights at a Glance

  • Championship 18-hole course (RTJ Jr., oak valley drama)
  • Driving range, putting/chipping greens, pro shop
  • Golf instruction and events
  • Plus full resort integration: winery, spa, tennis/pickleball, pool, trails

Pro Tips

  • Book stay-and-play packages early via cordevalle.com or resort specialists, Ultimate Golf or seasonal deals offer best value; guest tee times reserved hourly
  • Fly into San Jose (SJC) for closest access (30 min drive) or San Francisco (SFO)/Oakland (OAK) for longer scenic routes
  • Pair golf with Northern California classics: wine tastings (on-site or nearby), gourmet dining, hiking the resort trails, or quick drives to Monterey Peninsula or Silicon Valley
  • Use carts (with GPS); forward tees for enjoyment; consider lessons or caddies for strategy on this thoughtful layout

Time to tee it up in the Santa Cruz foothills, savor wine-country luxury, and reset on one of California’s elite courses. CordeValle is calling your escape

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Life moves slower on the island, and this is your perfect time to get down there and reset. Kiawah Island is a world-class golf paradise off South Carolina’s coast, a private barrier island with 10 miles of pristine beaches, maritime forests, marshes, and five championship resort courses at Kiawah Island Golf Resort. Designed by legends like Pete Dye, Tom Fazio, Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player, and Clyde Johnston. It’s bucket-list territory: oceanfront drama, wind-swept links-style play, wildlife (alligators included\!), and that perfect Lowcountry mix of challenge and beauty. Home to the 1991 Ryder Cup (“War by the Shore”) and multiple PGA Championships. It’s a place of Legends

Quick Facts

  • Five championship courses, all public/resort-accessible, recently renovated with Paspalum greens for superior play
  • Coastal challenge: Wind, water, bunkers, and ocean views on many holes; elevation subtle but strategic
  • Year-round play: Mild winters (great escape), best shoulder seasons (spring/fall) for calmer winds and temps (60s-80s°F); summer mornings beat the heat
  • Luxury access: Stay-and-play packages at The Sanctuary Hotel or villas/cottages; priority tees, caddies available
  • Top-ranked: Ocean Course consistently \#1 in SC (Golf Digest/Golfweek); others in top resort/public list

This is a good time to remind everyone that Alligators are dinosaurs. Dinosaurs that live among us. Apex predators in our backyard\! Terrifying and beautiful. Don’t get too close.

Perfect For…

  • Guys’ Trips: Epic multi-course days (Ocean for bragging rights, others for variety), post-round cocktails at the clubhouse or Sanctuary, beach bonfires, and Charleston nightlife nearby
  • Families: Resort beaches, pools, spa, kids’ programs; more playable courses like Cougar/Osprey; non-golfers enjoy biking, kayaking, or wildlife tours

Top Standout Courses

The Ocean Course (Pete Dye)

The undisputed legend, host of Ryder Cup 1991, PGA Championships 2012 & 2021. Seaside links masterpiece with 10 holes along the Atlantic (most in Northern Hemisphere), massive waste areas, wind as a major factor, and diabolical greens. Often called one of America’s toughest and most beautiful.

Turtle Point (Jack Nicklaus)

Nicklaus redesign (2016) with narrow corridors, strategic water, and a thrilling three-hole ocean stretch (14-16) through dunes along the Atlantic. Challenging accuracy test with hidden hazards; beautiful finishing holes and ocean breezes make it memorable.

Osprey Point (Tom Fazio)

A Fazio masterpiece, blending natural lakes, marshes, and maritime forest, playable variety with stunning landscapes, large greens, and wildlife sightings (ospreys, alligators). Ranked highly for women and groups; serene yet engaging.

Cougar Point (Gary Player, renovated)

Dramatic marshland layout along the Kiawah River, generous fairways, risk-reward par-5s, vast greens, and water everywhere. Playable for all levels with gator sightings and scenic river views; great for confidence-building rounds.

Oak Point (Clyde Johnston)

Lowcountry gem meandering through ancient oaks, undulating fairways, and river/creek views, strategic and scenic, demanding thoughtful play over power. Underrated beauty with 4.5-star acclaim.

Great Stay-and-Play Resorts & Spots

  • The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort: Forbes Five-Star luxury oceanfront hotel with spa, pools, dining
  • Villas & Cottages: Spacious private options (including Ocean Course Cottages); ideal for groups
  • Packages bundle lodging, rounds (Ocean upgrades), breakfast, carts. Book direct for best access

All Key Kiawah Island Golf Highlights at a Glance

  • The Ocean Course (Pete Dye, iconic seaside beast)
  • Turtle Point (Jack Nicklaus, ocean stretch drama)
  • Osprey Point (Tom Fazio, marsh & forest beauty)
  • Cougar Point (Gary Player, river marsh playability)
  • Oak Point (Clyde Johnston, Lowcountry classic)

Pro Tips

  • Book stay-and-play packages early via kiawahresort.com, or specialists (Premier Golf, etc.) Ocean Course tee times competitive, especially peak seasons
  • Fly into Charleston (CHS), 45-minute drive; easy access
  • Pair golf with Lowcountry classics: fresh seafood, Charleston historic tours, beaches, or wildlife spotting
  • Respect the wind (play mornings); use caddies for local tips; forward tees make Ocean manageable for mortals

Get yourself a slice of that Southern charm on Kiawah Island,

Travel down to the border like a real cowboy and give Lajitas Golf Resort a try. Lajitas is a true Texas outlier, a 27,000-acre oasis tucked along the Rio Grande in the remote Big Bend region, between Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park. Surrounded by rugged Chihuahuan Desert mountains, dramatic canyons, and endless starry skies, it delivers Old West history, solitude, and one of the most acclaimed public courses in the state: Black Jack’s Crossing. This bucket-list layout blends jaw-dropping scenery with strategic desert golf.

Quick Facts

  • One world-class 18-hole course: Black Jack’s Crossing (par-72, up to 7,400+ yards from the tips, multiple tees down to 5,000 yards for all levels)
  • Desert drama: Elevation changes, rock canyons, dry washes, native terrain, and historic ties (named for General “Black Jack” Pershing; clubhouse is a restored 1800s trading post with bullet holes from Pancho Villa skirmishes)
  • Year-round play: Mild winters (perfect escape), hot summers (early tees); peak fall/spring for best weather and conditions
  • Resort seclusion: Luxury accommodations (Badlands Hotel, Officers’ Quarters, villas, cottages), spa, pools, dining, and non-golf adventures (ziplining, horseback riding, shooting sports, SUP on the Rio Grande)
  • Top accolades: Often ranked \#1 course you can play in Texas (Dallas Morning News, Golfweek); \#1 Most Beautiful in Texas (Golf Magazine); Top 200 overall U.S. courses (Golfweek)

Not only is Lajitas Golf Resort an incredible golf experience, it sits right on the cusp of Big Bend National Park, one of the best parks our country has to offer. Great golf and incredible natural beauty are always a great combination.

Perfect For…

  • Guys’ Trips: High-drama rounds with Rio views, post-golf steaks or beers under the stars, stargazing in one of the darkest skies in the U.S., and easy multi-activity days (golf \+ shooting \+ trail rides)
  • Families: Resort amenities like pools, spa, kids’ options, ziplining, and horseback rides; playable tees make the course accessible; non-golfers explore Big Bend hikes or fossil hunts

Top Standout Course

Black Jack’s Crossing (Lanny Wadkins design)

The star of the show, a stunning desert masterpiece rebuilt in 2011 after floods wiped out the old layout. Elevated tee boxes launch into mountain holes, dramatic drops (including downhill par-3s that play shorter), risk-reward par-5s, strategic bunkers, and unforgettable Rio Grande/mountain panoramas (especially holes like the 14th overlooking the border and Big Bend). Challenging from the tips but forgiving forward; every hole feels unique with that stark green oasis contrast against arid peaks. Pure bucket-list golf photos don’t do it justice. But Here are some anyway

Great Stay-and-Play Resorts & Spots

  • Lajitas Golf Resort on-site: Variety of options: Badlands Hotel (classic), Officers’ Quarters (cozy value), Lakeside Cottages/Boardwalk Condos (spacious), private villas/homes for groups
  • Stay-and-play packages emphasize rounds on Black Jack’s Crossing, priority tees, lodging, dining perks, and add-ons (breakfast, carts, activities); charter flights from Dallas/Houston/Austin make access easy

All Key Lajitas Golf Highlights at a Glance

  • Black Jack’s Crossing (18 holes, \#1 playable in Texas, stunning desert links)
  • Plus massive practice areas, pro shop in historic trading post/Longhorn Museum
  • Non-golf bonuses: Ziplining, equestrian trails, shooting sports, spa, pools, Rio Grande access

Pro Tips

  • Book stay-and-play packages early via lajitasgolfresort.com or specialists. Includes golf, lodging, and often meals/activities; multi-round options for replays
  • Fly charter direct to Lajitas International Airport (via Resort Air Services from Dallas, Houston, Austin) for convenience, or drive to Midland/Odessa (3-4 hours) then scenic route
  • Pair golf with Big Bend classics: stargazing, hiking national park trails, fresh Tex-Mex, or sunset Rio views
  • Play early to beat heat/wind; use carts for terrain; embrace the remoteness, no distractions, just epic desert golf

Take a stroll through the desert and enjoy the good life at Lajitas Golf Resort,