Best Golf Courses in Kentucky

The Bluegrass State of Kentucky, known for its horseracing and farming tradition, is also home to several of the best golf courses in the country. Kentucky ranks as the 22nd best course in the nation for golf according to Golf.com. Although not well known for golf, Kentucky has played host to several major championships and a Ryder Cup at Jack Nicklaus’ Valhalla Golf Course. Kentucky is also home to some historic courses like Arthur Hills’ Olde Stone and Champion Trace; Rees Jones’ Big Spring and Donald Ross’ Idle Hour. Some of the best golf courses in Kentucky include: The Club at Olde Stone, Persimmon Ridge Golf Club, and Hurstbourne Country Club. Kentucky is also home to some great public golf courses including: Lassing Point, Kearney Hill and Old Silo. The rolling hills and majestic forests of Kentucky provide a magnificent backdrop to any golfing experience.