via Google1🏆 5 award winnersBig Cedar Lodge
Nearest metro: Springfield (SGF)
Editorial writeup coming in the next pass.
10 courses·$$$$·$1,600/golfer
Marquee: Payne's Valley
2 destinations · 12 catalog courses · 10 nationally ranked
Best Golf Courses in Missouri
Missouri carries 2 destinations in Scramble's catalog covering 12 independently researched courses, with the strongest trip-planning anchors ranked below. Pricing, weather, and primary airports are all real, pulled from the catalog at build time.
Every Missouri destination, ranked
Sorted by national-ranking depth, then catalog course count.
| # | Destination | Nearest airport | Courses | Peak greens fee | Price band |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Big Cedar Lodge | SGF (Springfield) | 5 must-play / 10 total | $115–$450 | $$$$ |
| 2 | Kansas City+ KS | MCI (Kansas City) | 3 must-play / 19 total | $51–$160 | $ |
Where is the best golf in Missouri?
Firekeeper Golf Course at Kansas City is the strongest catalog course in Missouri, earning Best Course You Can Play in Kansas on national rankings. Missouri carries 10 nationally ranked courses in Scramble's catalog overall, so the choice between them depends on what trip you're planning.
The Missouri destination lineup
Missouri destinations
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via Google2🏆 5 award winnersKansas City
Nearest metro: Kansas City (MCI)
Editorial writeup coming in the next pass.
19 courses·$·$1,073/golfer
Marquee: Swope Memorial Golf Course
When to plan a Missouri golf trip
The strongest months for golf in Missouri are Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, based on 20-year playability scores combining temperature and precipitation across the state's destinations. Tee-time inventory and rate stacking both tighten as those windows fill; book early in your preferred month rather than late, especially for the marquee courses.
Frequently asked questions about golf in Missouri
Is Missouri a good state for a golf trip?
Yes, decisively. Missouri has 2 destinations in Scramble's catalog covering 12 independently researched courses, including 10 courses ranked on national best-of lists. Big Cedar Lodge anchors the state catalog, with neighboring destinations rounding out a long-weekend or full-week itinerary depending on group size.
How much does a Missouri golf trip cost?
A 3-round, 4-golfer trip to Missouri runs about $1,600 per person on average across the state's 2 destinations, with mid-range ($$) lodging. The cheaper destinations come in around $1,073 per person; the pricier resort markets push toward $1,600. 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 Missouri 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.