The summer may be nearing its end and the time of vacations and family outings winding down, but we think there’s still plenty of time for that last minute getaway. For those debating where to travel to next, we recommend grabbing some golf clubs and practicing your swing. Golf can provide a sense of focus and relaxation and nothing says “Live Riveted adventure” to a golf enthusiast more than one of our country’s best golf courses. So pick a weekend, pack the 9 irons in your Airstream and take a trip with us to one of these beautifully classic golf spots.
- Pebble Beach Golf Links, Calif. - This scenic course remains one of the top golf destinations on almost every list, and this title is well deserved. The rugged coastline is the perfect backdrop for a challenging and breathtaking course where golf enthusiasts can play at the public course they continually seen on their TVs.
- Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, N.Y. - As the first golf club to allow women to become members, Shinnecock Hills Golf Club is a historic gem and the oldest incorporated golf club in the U.S. The course hosts hilly terrain that is challenging, but a welcome opponent to any golfer wishing to play on a course that has hosted past U.S. Opens. The course even has plans to host the 2018 U.S. Open.
- Pacific Dunes, Ore. - Said to rival Pebble Beach, this course has spectacular views and different options at every hole.Get ready for a truly pure game of golf on a course that many would say is the best they’ve ever experienced.
- Oakmont Country Club, Pa. - The well-contoured grounds allow precision to rain supreme, with ditches and bunkers that turn away newcomers still practicing their swing. Similar to the Augusta National Country Club, this oldest top ranked course has a rich history and will host the 2016 U.S. Open.
- Pine Valley, N.J. - This beautiful and difficult course lies just 15 miles from Philadelphia and hosts challenging holes amidst a view of pine trees. Be sure to utilize the expertise of this course’s knowledgeable caddies and put your feet up in the clubhouse. It is important to note that the membership for this club is male-only and it is rarely open to the public.
Honorable mentions include:
- The Augusta National Country Club in Georgia, which is home to the annual Masters Tournament, but is a private, invite-only course.
- The Cypress Point course in California is also one of the most breathtaking and exclusive clubs in the world with a 16th hole requiring golfers to make a shot across the Pacific Ocean.
For the professional golfer, avid golf fan or simply a lover of great travel destinations these golfing venues are great stops for your next great Airstream adventure. Love to golf? Share your favorite golfing destination in the comments.
