1 destination · 5 catalog courses · 3 nationally ranked

Best Golf Courses in North Dakota

North Dakota carries 1 destination in Scramble's catalog covering 5 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 North Dakota destination, ranked

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

1 golf destinations in North Dakota, ranked by catalog depth. Columns: rank, destination, nearest airport, courses (must-play / total), price range, and best-for archetype.
#DestinationNearest airportCoursesPeak greens feePrice band
1Lewis and Clark Trail3 must-play / 13 total$26–$147$$

Where is the best golf in North Dakota?

Hawktree Golf Club at Lewis and Clark Trail is the strongest catalog course in North Dakota, earning #2 Best New Affordable Public Courses in America on national rankings. North Dakota carries 3 nationally ranked courses in Scramble's catalog overall, so the choice between them depends on what trip you're planning.

The North Dakota destination lineup

North Dakota destinations

Frequently asked questions about golf in North Dakota

Is North Dakota a good state for a golf trip?

Yes, with depth that surprises casual visitors. North Dakota has 1 destination in Scramble's catalog covering 5 independently researched courses, including 3 courses ranked on national best-of lists. Lewis and Clark Trail anchors the state catalog, with neighboring destinations rounding out a long-weekend or full-week itinerary depending on group size.

How much does a North Dakota golf trip cost?

A 3-round, 4-golfer trip to North Dakota runs about $1,104 per person on average across the state's 1 destinations, with mid-range ($$) lodging. 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 North Dakota 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.