Golfers' Choice: Most-Improved golf courses

North Palm Beach, Fla. | Read reviews
What they're saying: " This course has gone through a major redo and will be incredible...Fairways are on par with PGA National just up the road." -Lee1151656

Sterling, Va. | Read reviews
What they're saying: "I hadn't played Algonkian in many years due to being disappointed in soggy, almost unplayable conditions. A marshal at South Riding said it had been much improved, fairways replanted a few years ago, etc. and I should give it a try. I was very pleasantly surprised at the conditions, much, much better than I'd expected!" - Kevin3120816

Titusville, Fla. | Read reviews
What they're saying: "Conditions are constantly improving and the staff works hard to make you feel welcomed. Due to another local course closing we will be playing La Cita three times a month now!" - Gregorygrc

Crete, Ill. | Read reviews
What they're saying: "The conditions were far better that I expected, we have had a ton of rain in the area. Looks like they have been putting some subtle changes, but was struggling to put my finger on it." - Glyn3482662

Homer, Ga. | Read reviews
What they're saying: "Since the first round of major course upgrades have been completed (new greens and teeboxes, cart upgrades, lengthening of holes, landscaping), C/O is a totally different course." - u293550798

Chattanooga, Tenn. | Read reviews
WHat they're saying: "Perfect day to be out on a well kept course and extremely friendly staff. Definitely would recommend to anyone that would like a relaxing course to play here in Chattanooga." - Jdpope86

Columbus, Ohio | Read reviews
What they're saying: "The new design is finally starting to settle in making the whole course pretty uniform in terms of consistent play." - Robert7964140

Lancaster, Texas | Read reviews | GolfPass members save
What they're saying: "Played this course several times the last year and it is in the best shape I’ve seen it in. Care is being taken to protect the greens, fairways are in much better condition, great layout. Water jugs on the course are always full." - u043956733

Sunset Beach, N.C. | Read reviews
What they're saying: "Cart paths and traps have been redone and are excellent. White tees present 4 par fours that go 400 yards! The fairways are perfect Bermuda and the tees are in good condition." - Dougbond

Denver, N.C. | Read reviews
What they're saying: "Friendly and accomodating staff. The new burmuda greens were in good shape, yet rolled slow." - tarheels01

Kailua, Kona | Read reviews
What they're saying: "Underwent some great renovations last summer that are really paying off with upgraded course conditions ... New EZGo carts, super friendly and professional staff." - tahoenian
(Formerly Big Island Country Club)

Emerson, N.J. | Read reviews
What they're saying: "I had long been a vocal critic of this course's horrible conditions before the county took it over when it was Emerson. Year 2 of being a county course and they have done a great job so far." - cecilirv4

(Formerly Emerson Golf Club)

Huntington Woods, Mich. | Read reviews
What they're saying: "Always a pleasure to play Rackham. I've been coming here for 50 years and it's in the best shape ever." - jazzbocrac

Horizon City, Texas | Read reviews
What they're saying: "I’ve been playing this course for many years and it has never been better than it is now. The change of ownership over the last few year has drastically improved the course conditions and it seems to only be getting better and is a very well maintained course." - RickGrajeda

(Formerly Emerald Springs)

Scottsdale, Ariz. | Read reviews
What they're saying: "Enjoyed the new Phoenician course with redesign of holes ... Played under 3 1/2 hours and really enjoyed the quality conditions and fairness of the course." - Uclaasudad

Camby, Ind. | Read reviews | GolfPass members save
What they're saying: "The new owners and staff have turned this course around in less than a year. All the greens are now back to a great condition. I'm happy because this is my favorite course." - 2006houseman

Alpharetta, Ga. | Read reviews
What they're saying: "Conditions improving ... Fairways are in really good shape, and greens are really really good. Several 'new' pin placements that I hadn’t seen before, and were very playable. (I’ve played here roughly 50x over last 5 years)." - petraglia70

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Lakewood, Calif. | Read reviews
What they're saying: "Great Value!! The restaurant/bar and driving range have been updated with state of the art construction, and feels like a legit Country Club when you set foot on the property!" - u00000589246

Denver, Colo. | Read reviews
What they're saying: "Great course with history, greens are some of the best challenging and plays like a private club!" - Mitch7663777

Bolivia, N.C. | Read reviews | GolfPass members save
What they're saying: "The greens were quick and in good conditions, sand was excellent, tees and fairways grassed in well and fairways pretty open." - a103golf

Houston, Texas | Read reviews
What they're saying: "This is the 3rd time I've played here since they reopened and each time it gets more mature and lush, It may be the best-conditioned course in Houston. Has always been a great layout. Good job Houston Golf Association." - swstringham

Zachary, La. | Read reviews
What they're saying: "The course has really come a long way in the last two years. Greens looking good ... Always loved the layout. Some open fairways you can try to Rory it and some you better check up. Love it."

Temple, Texas | Read reviews
What they're saying: "In the past I avoided this course, but they replaced the greens and that drastically improved the experience. Staff was great." - colen008

Graham, N.C. | Read reviews
What they're saying: "They have replaced all the greens and are rebuilding sand traps. This were the best greens of all the courses I have played this year." - cott4526673

San Bernadino, Calif. | Read reviews
What they're saying: "This used to be a private course but now open to the public. Excellent layout, beautiful greens, upgraded carts, and friendly staff." - MsJagbiz