Best Golf Courses in & Near Grand Rapids
These are the public golf courses locals actually play around Grand Rapids — from destination-level rounds to budget-friendly courses that still deliver.
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The course everyone brings up first. Big, scenic, and worth the drive when you want a standout public round.
Good for: best overall public round, golf trips
Where: Pierson, MI
2) Quail Ridge (Ada)
Polished, well-maintained, and a favorite for east-side golfers who want quality without private-club pressure.
Good for: nicer rounds, client golf
Where: Ada, MI
3) Thornapple Pointe (GR area)
A strong in-town 18 with challenge, consistency, and repeat-play appeal.
Good for: regular rounds, leagues
Where: Southeast GR
4) Diamond Springs (Hamilton)
Destination-level conditions and layout. Worth the drive when you want a “wow” round.
Good for: special rounds, serious golfers
Where: Hamilton, MI
5) The Mines (Grand Rapids)
A modern, challenging layout that locals respect and come back to.
Good for: competitive rounds, repeat play
Where: SW Grand Rapids
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