2 destinations · 27 catalog courses · 4 nationally ranked

Best Golf Courses in Maine

Maine carries 2 destinations in Scramble's catalog covering 27 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 Maine destination, ranked

Sorted by national-ranking depth, then catalog course count.

2 golf destinations in Maine, ranked by catalog depth. Columns: rank, destination, nearest airport, courses (must-play / total), price range, and best-for archetype.
#DestinationNearest airportCoursesPeak greens feePrice band
1Western MainePWM (Portland)3 must-play / 5 total$75–$357$$$
2Donald Ross New England Trail+ CT, RI, MA, NHBOS (Boston)8 must-play / 22 total$30–$185$$

Where is the best golf in Maine?

Belgrade Lakes Golf Club at Western Maine is the strongest catalog course in Maine, earning Golf Digest 100 Greatest Public Courses on national rankings. Maine carries 4 nationally ranked courses in Scramble's catalog overall, so the choice between them depends on what trip you're planning.

The Maine destination lineup

Maine destinations

When to plan a Maine golf trip

The strongest months for golf in Maine are Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, 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 Maine

Is Maine a good state for a golf trip?

Yes, with depth that surprises casual visitors. Maine has 2 destinations in Scramble's catalog covering 27 independently researched courses, including 4 courses ranked on national best-of lists. Western Maine anchors the state catalog, with neighboring destinations rounding out a long-weekend or full-week itinerary depending on group size.

How much does a Maine golf trip cost?

A 3-round, 4-golfer trip to Maine runs about $1,452 per person on average across the state's 2 destinations, with mid-range ($$) lodging. The cheaper destinations come in around $1,026 per person; the pricier resort markets push toward $1,452. 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.

Plan a trip

Start planning your Maine buddies trip

Pick your dates and group size. Scramble pairs the courses, lodging, and timing automatically.

Plan it

This page ranks every Maine 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.