2 destinations · 29 catalog courses · 6 nationally ranked

Best Golf Courses in Rhode Island

Rhode Island carries 2 destinations in Scramble's catalog covering 29 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 Rhode Island destination, ranked

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

2 golf destinations in Rhode Island, ranked by catalog depth. Columns: rank, destination, nearest airport, courses (must-play / total), price range, and best-for archetype.
#DestinationNearest airportCoursesPeak greens feePrice band
1Newport + Cape Cod+ MABOS (Boston)3 must-play / 18 total$59–$225$$$
2Donald Ross New England Trail+ CT, MA, NH, MEBOS (Boston)8 must-play / 22 total$30–$185$$

Where is the best golf in Rhode Island?

Newport National Golf Club - Orchard Course at Newport + Cape Cod is the strongest catalog course in Rhode Island, earning New England #1 Public Access Course on national rankings. Rhode Island carries 6 nationally ranked courses in Scramble's catalog overall, so the choice between them depends on what trip you're planning.

The Rhode Island destination lineup

Rhode Island destinations

When to plan a Rhode Island golf trip

The strongest months for golf in Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island

Is Rhode Island a good state for a golf trip?

Yes, decisively. Rhode Island has 2 destinations in Scramble's catalog covering 29 independently researched courses, including 6 courses ranked on national best-of lists. Newport + Cape Cod anchors the state catalog, with neighboring destinations rounding out a long-weekend or full-week itinerary depending on group size.

How much does a Rhode Island golf trip cost?

A 3-round, 4-golfer trip to Rhode Island runs about $1,284 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 $1,284. 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 Rhode Island 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.