5 destinations · 27 catalog courses · 15 nationally ranked

Best Golf Courses in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania carries 5 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.

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Every Pennsylvania destination, ranked

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

5 golf destinations in Pennsylvania, ranked by catalog depth. Columns: rank, destination, nearest airport, courses (must-play / total), price range, and best-for archetype.
#DestinationNearest airportCoursesPeak greens feePrice band
1Nemacolin / Laurel HighlandsPIT (Pittsburgh)2 must-play / 15 total$70–$325$$$
2Pocono MountainsAVP (Scranton)3 must-play / 16 total$55–$95$$
3HersheyMDT (Harrisburg)2 must-play / 9 total$25–$130$$$
4Raspberry Trail+ VA, MDIAD (Washington)3 must-play / 19 total$60–$200$$
5Penn-Ohio Trail+ OH–3 must-play / 13 total$45–$175$$

Where is the best golf in Pennsylvania?

Jack Frost National Golf Club at Pocono Mountains is the strongest catalog course in Pennsylvania, earning Best New Course (2007) on national rankings. Pennsylvania carries 15 nationally ranked courses in Scramble's catalog overall, so the choice between them depends on what trip you're planning.

The Pennsylvania destination lineup

Central Pennsylvania

Southwest Pennsylvania

Northeast Pennsylvania

DC Metro

When to plan a Pennsylvania golf trip

The strongest months for golf in Pennsylvania are May, 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 Pennsylvania

Is Pennsylvania a good state for a golf trip?

Yes, decisively. Pennsylvania has 5 destinations in Scramble's catalog covering 27 independently researched courses, including 15 courses ranked on national best-of lists. Nemacolin / Laurel Highlands anchors the state catalog, with neighboring destinations rounding out a long-weekend or full-week itinerary depending on group size.

How much does a Pennsylvania golf trip cost?

A 3-round, 4-golfer trip to Pennsylvania runs about $1,118 per person on average across the state's 5 destinations, with mid-range ($$) lodging. The cheaper destinations come in around $1,012 per person; the pricier resort markets push toward $1,199. 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 Pennsylvania 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.