via Google1🏆 4 award winnersFrench Lick Resort
Nearest metro: Louisville (SDF)
Editorial writeup coming in the next pass.
14 courses·$$$·$1,543/golfer
Marquee: The Pete Dye Course at French Lick
3 destinations · 19 catalog courses · 8 nationally ranked
Best Golf Courses in Indiana
Indiana carries 3 destinations in Scramble's catalog covering 19 independently researched courses, with the strongest trip-planning anchors ranked below. Pricing, weather, and primary airports are all real, pulled from the catalog at build time.
Every Indiana destination, ranked
Sorted by national-ranking depth, then catalog course count.
| # | Destination | Nearest airport | Courses | Peak greens fee | Price band |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | French Lick Resort | SDF (Louisville) | 2 must-play / 14 total | $59–$499 | $$$ |
| 2 | Pete Dye Trail | IND (Indianapolis) | 6 must-play / 19 total | $69–$499 | $$ |
| 3 | Louisville + Southern Indiana+ KY | SDF (Louisville) | 4 must-play / 9 total | $14–$99 | $ |
Where is the best golf in Indiana?
The Pete Dye Course at French Lick at Pete Dye Trail is the strongest catalog course in Indiana, earning America's 100 Greatest Public Courses #18 on national rankings. Indiana carries 8 nationally ranked courses in Scramble's catalog overall, so the choice between them depends on what trip you're planning.
The Indiana destination lineup
Indiana destinations
via Google1🏆 4 award winnersvia Google2🏆 3 award winnersPete Dye Trail
Nearest metro: Indianapolis (IND)
Editorial writeup coming in the next pass.
19 courses·$$·$1,150/golfer
Marquee: The Pete Dye Course at French Lick
via Google3🏆 3 award winnersLouisville + Southern Indiana
Nearest metro: Louisville (SDF)
Editorial writeup coming in the next pass.
9 courses·$·$1,002/golfer
Marquee: Sultan's Run Golf Club
When to plan a Indiana golf trip
The strongest months for golf in Indiana are Jun, Aug, Sep, Oct, based on 20-year playability scores combining temperature and precipitation across the state's destinations. Tee-time inventory and rate stacking both tighten as those windows fill; book early in your preferred month rather than late, especially for the marquee courses.
Frequently asked questions about golf in Indiana
Is Indiana a good state for a golf trip?
Yes, decisively. Indiana has 3 destinations in Scramble's catalog covering 19 independently researched courses, including 8 courses ranked on national best-of lists. French Lick Resort anchors the state catalog, with neighboring destinations rounding out a long-weekend or full-week itinerary depending on group size.
How much does a Indiana golf trip cost?
A 3-round, 4-golfer trip to Indiana runs about $1,150 per person on average across the state's 3 destinations, with mid-range ($$) lodging. The cheaper destinations come in around $1,002 per person; the pricier resort markets push toward $1,543. Flights are excluded since they depend on your home airport. Use the trip calculator on any destination's page to lock in the actual number for your group.
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This page ranks every Indiana destination in Scramble's catalog by national-ranking depth, must-play course count, and total catalog course count, with editorial overrides where the auto-rank misses something. Trip cost is computed by sample-planning a 3-round, 4-golfer trip at mid-range ($$) lodging for each destination. Weather scores combine 20-year temperature and precipitation data.
Published June 2026. Updated when the data or Scramble’s recommendations change.