4 destinations · 22 catalog courses · 8 nationally ranked

Best Golf Courses in Ohio

Ohio carries 4 destinations in Scramble's catalog covering 22 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.

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Every Ohio destination, ranked

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

4 golf destinations in Ohio, ranked by catalog depth. Columns: rank, destination, nearest airport, courses (must-play / total), price range, and best-for archetype.
#DestinationNearest airportCoursesPeak greens feePrice band
1CincinnatiCVG (Cincinnati)3 must-play / 9 total$42–$85$$
2ColumbusCMH (Columbus)2 must-play / 6 total$47–$125$$
3Akron / Firestone–3 must-play / 9 total$55–$248$$$$
4Penn-Ohio Trail+ PA–3 must-play / 13 total$45–$175$$

Where is the best golf in Ohio?

Lassing Pointe Golf Course at Cincinnati is the strongest catalog course in Ohio, earning Kentucky Open Host (1996, 2000) on national rankings. Ohio carries 8 nationally ranked courses in Scramble's catalog overall, so the choice between them depends on what trip you're planning.

The Ohio destination lineup

Southwest Ohio

Central Ohio

Northeast Ohio

Eastern Ohio

When to plan a Ohio golf trip

The strongest months for golf in Ohio are Jun, 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 Ohio

Is Ohio a good state for a golf trip?

Yes, decisively. Ohio has 4 destinations in Scramble's catalog covering 22 independently researched courses, including 8 courses ranked on national best-of lists. Cincinnati anchors the state catalog, with neighboring destinations rounding out a long-weekend or full-week itinerary depending on group size.

How much does a Ohio golf trip cost?

A 3-round, 4-golfer trip to Ohio runs about $1,042 per person on average across the state's 4 destinations, with mid-range ($$) lodging. The cheaper destinations come in around $990 per person; the pricier resort markets push toward $1,175. 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 Ohio 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.