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California’s Stunning Ascent: How One State Transformed the Top 100 Golf Courses Ranking!

California’s Stunning Ascent: How One State Transformed the Top 100 Golf Courses Ranking!

1 state’s shocking rise has shaken up our Top 100 Courses ranking

California is making waves in GOLF’s latest Top 100 Courses ranking, showcasing its rich golfing heritage and stunning landscapes. With an impressive 12 courses featured in the top 100—highlighted by the legendary Pebble Beach Golf Links and the exclusive Cypress Point Club—California has firmly established itself as a golfing titan. This remarkable increase in California’s presence marks a dramatic shift from past rankings, where states like Florida and New York often dominated the leaderboard

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Discover How Many of GOLF’s Top 100 Courses Are Right in Your State!

Discover How Many of GOLF’s Top 100 Courses Are Right in Your State!

GOLF Magazine has unveiled its latest biennial ranking of the Top 100 Courses in the United States, showcasing a remarkable array of golfing gems across the nation. Leading the pack is California, boasting an impressive 12 courses in this elite list. Hot on its heels are Florida with 10 and New York with 9 standout courses. Other states making their mark include Texas (6), Arizona (5), and Michigan (4), each contributing to this prestigious lineup.

Topping the charts is none other than Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia, a legendary course that has proudly held the number one position since these rankings began in 1983. Here’s a look at the rest of the top 10 courses that every golf enthusiast dreams of playing:

  1. Cypress Point Club (California)
  2. Pine Valley Golf Club (New Jersey)
  3. Shinnecock Hills Golf Club (New York)
  4. Royal County Down Golf Club (Northern Ireland)
  5. Muirfield (Scotland)
  6. Pebble Beach Golf Links (California)
  7. Merion Golf Club (Pennsylvania)
  8. St Andrews Old Course (Scotland)
  9. Royal Melbourne Golf Club (Australia)
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