The Jewel is just that: a jewel. While the first few holes lack excitement, from 3-18 it is nearly a nonstop adrenaline ride to the finish. Massive trees, elevation chang...
Blue top Ridge is a course that was built for the better player. Despite being a resort course, Bluetop Ridge is challenging for anyone who is not in control of their gol...
Elkhorn Ridge is one of the true black hills golf experiences available to the public. Built into the side of a large hill, the front nine winds its way up the hill cover...
Host of the South Dakota Open, The Bluffs is an unassuming course with a handful of solid holes. The main focal point of the course is the dramatic 13th, with over a 75ft...
Prarie Green is a true public gem. While the course is high traffic at times and bears the maintenance burdens of public play, the layout is terrific. Despite winding its...
Meadowbrook is a conflicting track for me. I appreciate the idea and strategy behind the design, but I am just personally not a fan of some of the quirks. There are overh...
Minnehaha CC is ultimately the type of golf course I love to play. Built-in the early 1900s, it embodies classic country club design with modern twists added from recent...
Dakota Dunes is a solid track for this part of the country. What the course lacks in visual appeal, it makes up for in difficulty. The average golfer will not have much o...
Sutton Bay is an underappreciated gem. Its remote location and private nature make it difficult to get a tee time, but those lucky enough to play the course will not be d...