Best Golf Courses in Kansas City, Missouri

Mission Hills, Kansas · Perry Maxwell (1896) · 18 holes · Par 72 · 6,836 yards

One of the oldest clubs west of the Mississippi, Kansas City Country Club features a Perry Maxwell design through rolling terrain in Mission Hills. Maxwell's bold green contours and strategic bunkering make it one of the finest examples of his work, complemented by mature tree-lined fairways.

Olathe, Kansas · Jay Morrish & Tom Weiskopf (1993) · 18 holes · Par 72 · 7,047 yards

A Weiskopf-Morrish design in Olathe, Shadow Glen is consistently ranked the top public course in the Kansas City area. The rolling layout through native tallgrass prairie and mature hardwoods features strategic bunkering, challenging green complexes, and scenic views of the Kansas countryside.

Olathe, Kansas · Jeff Brauer (2000) · 18 holes · Par 72 · 6,978 yards

A Jeff Brauer links-inspired design in Olathe, Wolf Creek Golf Links offers an affordable championship experience through rolling Kansas terrain. The layout features prairie grasses, strategic mounding, and wind exposure that create a links-like atmosphere uncommon in the Midwest.

Leawood, Kansas · Tom Watson (1989) · 18 holes · Par 71 · 6,840 yards

Designed by Kansas City native and eight-time major champion Tom Watson, Hallbrook is the only course Watson designed in his hometown. The private layout in Leawood features Watson's emphasis on strategic shotmaking with well-defended greens, creative bunkering, and rolling terrain.

Raymore, Missouri · Jim Colbert (1998) · 18 holes · Par 72 · 7,032 yards

A Jim Colbert design south of Kansas City, Creekmoor offers championship-caliber public golf through rolling Missouri terrain with creeks, lakes, and mature hardwoods. The affordable layout provides solid golf value with well-maintained conditions throughout the season.

Kansas City, Missouri · Robert Trent Jones Jr. (1999) · 18 holes · Par 72 · 7,049 yards

A Robert Trent Jones Jr. design in north Kansas City, Tiffany Greens offers a semi-private championship experience on rolling terrain. The layout features dramatic elevation changes, strategic water hazards, and well-defended greens that create a challenging and visually engaging round.

Lenexa, Kansas · Tom Fazio (2003) · 18 holes · Par 72 · 7,300 yards

A Tom Fazio design in Lenexa, Canyon Farms is one of the premier private clubs in the Kansas City area. The layout features Fazio's bold shaping through rolling terrain with dramatic canyon features, strategic bunkering, and immaculate conditioning that sets it apart in the region.

Kansas City, Missouri · Rick Robbins (2001) · 18 holes · Par 71 · 6,828 yards

A Rick Robbins design on the former Staley Farms property in north Kansas City, this public course features rolling terrain, native grasses, and scenic views. The affordable layout consistently ranks among the best public golf values in the Kansas City metro area.

Raymore, Missouri · Tom Watson Design (2002) · 18 holes · Par 71 · 6,806 yards

Co-designed by Kansas City native and World Golf Hall of Famer Tom Watson, Creekmoor in Raymore features links-style elements with fescue-lined fairways and strategic bunkering on rolling terrain south of KC. Watson's design philosophy emphasizes ground-game options and firm playing conditions.

Kansas City, Missouri · Steve Wolfard (2001) · 18 holes · Par 71 · 6,878 yards

A Steve Wolfard design on the eastern edge of Kansas City, Shoal Creek winds through native Midwestern terrain with creeks, wetlands, and mature oak corridors. The accessible public layout provides a solid golf experience with interesting elevation changes and excellent drainage that keeps the course playable year-round.

Leawood, Kansas · Tom Watson Design (1989) · 18 holes · Par 71 · 6,840 yards

Another Tom Watson design in the Kansas City area, Hallbrook Country Club in Leawood is an intimate private club that reflects Watson's love of links-style architecture. The layout features firm fairways, subtle green contours, and a walking-friendly design that emphasizes shot-making over sheer distance.