Mississippi's Premier Public Golf Courses
Arnold Palmer famously called the game of golf "rewarding and maddening ... [and] the greatest game mankind has ever invented." Whether it's your first time hitting the course or you're on the green every weekend, Mississippi has some beautiful public golf courses all throughout the state.
The Preserve Golf Club, Vancleave, MS
The Preserve is a beautiful course on the Mississippi Gulf Coast which is known for being particularly well maintained. Created by designer Jerry Pate, the course is a Certified Silver Audubon International Signature Sanctuary. The golf carts are equipped with GPS, and the course features a unique pitcher plant bog.
Mossy Oak Golf Club, West Point, MS
Mossy Oak Golf Club is a new course in Mississippi, but it has been getting a lot of attention since opening late last year. The course is named for nearby camouflage giant Mossy Oak, and it was designed by architect Gil Hanse, who is known for the course he designed for the 2016 Rio Olympics.
Shell Landing Golf Club, Gautier, MS
Shell Landing is a challenging course known for its rolling hills and friendly staff. Located in Gautier, the course offers an affordable golfing experience with beautiful waterfront views. Shell Landing is also home to The Landing Bar and Grill, which is open to golfers and the public alike.
Mallard Pointe Golf Course, Sardis, MS
Mallard Pointe Golf Course is located in Sardis, and it offers its visitors stunning views of Sardis Lake. Renovations in recent years, combined with affordable play and a friendly, knowledgeable staff have made this course a top golfing destination in north Mississippi.
The Refuge Golf Course, Flowood, MS
Although The Refuge is located just 15 minutes outside of downtown Jackson, visitors to the course will feel that they have stumbled on a remote paradise (hence the name). Eighteen holes tucked into over 200 acres of beautiful natural wetlands, oak groves, and pine trees make this an unforgettable destination.
Cherokee Valley Golf Club, Olive Branch, MS
Olive Branch is one of the fastest-growing cities in the state, so it's no wonder that they're home to one of the best golf courses. Cherokee Valley opened in 1996, and the staff has put a lot of effort into maintaining the course throughout the years, making it more popular than many of the locations in nearby Memphis.
Dogwoods Golf Course, Grenada, MS
The Dogwoods is a municipal course maintained by the City of Grenada. Named for the beautiful dogwood trees which grace the grounds, the course (which was designed by Gary Roger Baird of Global Golf Design) has been recognized by Golf Digest as "America's Best New Bargain."
Tunica National Golf & Tennis, Robinsonville, MS
Nestled under the big sky of the Mississippi Delta, Tunica National Golf & Tennis strives to emulate a private club feel while providing the accessibility of a public course. The course was designed by Mark McCumber and is challenging enough to attract pros while still offering a playable experience for the casual golfer.
Dancing Rabbit Golf Club, Choctaw, MS
The courses at Dancing Rabbit Golf Club have won a number of awards, and when you visit either The Azaleas or The Oaks, you'll immediately see why. Both courses are open to the public, and each has its own charms. The primary distinction is that The Azaleas is more relaxed, while The Oaks provides golfers with more of a challenge.
Key Insights at a Glance
- The Preserve Golf Club in Vancleave, MS, is a well-maintained course on the Mississippi Gulf Coast designed by Jerry Pate, featuring a unique pitcher plant bog and GPS-equipped golf carts.
- Mossy Oak Golf Club in West Point, MS, is a new course designed by Gil Hanse and named after camouflage giant Mossy Oak, attracting attention since its opening.Key Insights at a Glances.
- Shell Landing Golf Club in Gautier, MS, offers a challenging course with rolling hills, beautiful waterfront views, and an affordable golfing experience, along with The Landing Bar and Grill.
- Mallard Pointe Golf Course in Sardis, MS, provides stunning views of Sardis Lake, affordable play, and a friendly staff, making it a top golfing destination in north Mississippi.
- The Refuge Golf Course in Flowood, MS, offers a remote paradise feel just outside of downtown Jackson, with 18 holes set in beautiful natural wetlands, oak groves, and pine trees.
- Cherokee Valley Golf Club in Olive Branch, MS, is a popular course known for its well-maintained grounds and private club feel, attracting golfers from nearby Memphis.
- Dogwoods Golf Course in Grenada, MS, is a municipal course named for its beautiful dogwood trees, designed by Gary Roger Baird and recognized by Golf Digest as "America's Best New Bargain."
- Tunica National Golf & Tennis in Robinsonville, MS, offers a challenging course designed by Mark McCumber, emulating a private club feel while remaining accessible to the public in the Mississippi Delta.
- Dancing Rabbit Golf Club in Choctaw, MS, features award-winning courses The Azaleas and The Oaks, open to the public with The Azaleas offering a more relaxed experience and The Oaks providing a greater challenge.
