Golfweek releases rankings of public-access golf courses in every state
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 11:01 AM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Golfweek published its annual ranking of the best public-access golf courses for 2026, highlighting options across all states. The list, produced by Golfweek's national ratings panel, includes courses evaluated based on ten criteria. It includes courses allowing access through daily green fees or arrangements at affiliated hotels. Notable mentions include Pursell Farms in Alabama and Pebble Beach Golf Links in California, among others. The ranking aims to guide golfers seeking quality courses to play without a membership requirement.
- •Golfweek ranks best public-access courses annually
- •Courses evaluated on a 10-point scale
- •No membership required for courses listed
- •Pursell Farms tops Alabama's rankings
- •Pebble Beach ranks highest in California
- 11:01 AMYahoo Sports — Golfweek ranks the best public-access golf courses in every state
"Looking to play the best courses near home or on the road? We have you covered with our annual ranking.
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