How much does it cost to golf in Oklahoma?

Oklahoma offers exceptional golf value. Municipal courses in OKC and Tulsa charge $20-$40 for 18 holes (OKC municipal courses are $33 regular, $20.25 seniors). Public courses range $40-$70, and premium public courses like Karsten Creek cost $70-$125+.

Can you play golf year-round in Oklahoma?

Yes, Oklahoma's mild climate supports year-round golf with playable conditions 12 months per year. Peak season is March-November, with summer temperatures reaching 90-100°F. Winter play is available most days with occasional frost delays.

What major golf tournaments have been held in Oklahoma?

Southern Hills Country Club has hosted 8 major championships: 4 U.S. Opens (1958, 1977, 2001, 2024) and 4 PGA Championships (1970, 1982, 1994, 2007, 2022). Oak Tree National hosted the 1988 PGA Championship. Karsten Creek has hosted NCAA Championships in 2003, 2011, and 2018.

Can I play Southern Hills Country Club?

Southern Hills Country Club is private and does not offer public tee times. Access requires member invitation or reciprocal club privileges. For public championship golf in Oklahoma, play Karsten Creek Golf Club in Stillwater.

Oklahoma Golf Courses Guide

Q: What is the best golf course in Oklahoma?

Southern Hills Country Club in Tulsa is widely regarded as Oklahoma's finest golf course and one of America's premier championship venues. Designed by Perry Maxwell in 1936, Southern Hills has hosted 8 major championships. For public play, Karsten Creek Golf Club in Stillwater is the top choice, ranked #1 Collegiate Course in America.

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Oklahoma features over 250 golf courses across the state, from championship venues that have hosted major tournaments to affordable municipal courses perfect for everyday play. The state is home to Southern Hills Country Club in Tulsa, one of America's premier championship venues with 8 major championships including the 2022 PGA Championship, and Karsten Creek Golf Club in Stillwater, consistently ranked among the nation's top collegiate courses and home to Oklahoma State's legendary golf program.

With year-round play opportunities thanks to Oklahoma's mild climate, the state offers exceptional value with green fees ranging from $20-$125, significantly lower than coastal destinations. The Oklahoma City and Tulsa metropolitan areas alone feature over 110 combined courses, while resort destinations like Shangri-La at Grand Lake provide luxury golf experiences. Whether you're seeking championship-caliber challenges, family-friendly municipal courses, or scenic resort golf, Oklahoma delivers diverse options for every skill level and budget.

⭐ Championship Courses

Oklahoma's championship courses have hosted some of golf's most prestigious tournaments and feature designs by legendary architects including Perry Maxwell, Tom Fazio, Pete Dye, and A.W. Tillinghast.

Southern Hills Country Club 8 Majors

📍 Tulsa

Designer: Perry Maxwell (1936)

The crown jewel of Oklahoma golf, Southern Hills is one of America's most prestigious championship venues. Host to 4 U.S. Opens (1958, 1977, 2001, 2024) and 4 PGA Championships (1970, 1982, 1994, 2007, 2022), the course has witnessed legendary performances from Tommy Bolt, Hubert Green, Retief Goosen, Tiger Woods, and Justin Thomas. The only course to host the PGA Championship five times, Southern Hills will host the 2032 PGA Championship. The par-70 course features Maxwell's strategic bunkering and challenging greens.

Notable: Tiger Woods shot 63 in 2007; Raymond Floyd's 63 tied major championship record in 1982

Karsten Creek Golf Club NCAA Host

📍 Stillwater (Oklahoma State University)

Designer: Tom Fazio (1994)

Named "Best New Public Course for 1994" by Golf Digest and ranked "#1 Collegiate Course in America" by Travel & Leisure Magazine, Karsten Creek was created to be one of the most challenging courses in the United States. Home to Oklahoma State's legendary golf program, the course has hosted NCAA Men's Golf Championships (2003, 2011, 2018) and NCAA Women's Championships. OSU won their 11th national title on home turf in 2018, shutting out Alabama 5-0. The Tom Fazio masterpiece features dramatic elevation changes, strategic bunkering, and pristine conditioning.

Course Stats: Par 72, 7,400+ yards from championship tees

Oak Tree National

📍 Edmond

Designer: Pete Dye

This Pete Dye masterpiece measures 7,410 yards and hosted the 1988 PGA Championship won by Jeff Sluman, plus multiple Senior PGA Tour events. The challenging East Course features Dye's signature railroad ties, pot bunkers, and demanding greens. Known for its tournament-quality conditioning and strategic design that rewards precise shot-making.

Dornick Hills Golf & Country Club

📍 Ardmore

Designer: Perry Maxwell (1924 - first design)

Perry Maxwell's first architectural venture, Dornick Hills has risen in national rankings and is highly regarded among golf architecture enthusiasts. The course showcases Maxwell's early design philosophy with strategic routing, natural contours, and challenging green complexes. A hidden gem that has gained recognition in the 2025-26 rankings.

Tulsa Country Club

📍 Tulsa

Designer: A.W. Tillinghast (late 1910s)

One of only two Oklahoma courses designed by legendary architect A.W. Tillinghast, Tulsa Country Club features the classic Golden Age design elements that made Tillinghast famous. Strategic bunkering, rolling fairways, and challenging greens provide a timeless golf experience.

The Golf Club of Oklahoma

📍 Broken Arrow

Designer: Tom Fazio (1982)

This Tom Fazio masterpiece winds through 525 wooded acres around Lake Kadashan. The par-72, 7,183-yard championship course features dramatic elevation changes, water features, and Fazio's signature strategic design. Consistently ranked among Oklahoma's finest private courses.

Gaillardia Country Club

📍 Oklahoma City

Ranked among Oklahoma's best golf courses, Gaillardia features a championship layout with immaculate conditioning and challenging design elements. Known for its well-manicured fairways, strategic bunkering, and fast greens.

Oaks Country Club

📍 Tulsa

Designer: A.W. Tillinghast remodel (1925), Bill Bergin renovation (2015)

Originally remodeled by Tillinghast around 1925, this historic course received a modern renovation by Bill Bergin in 2015 that preserved the classic design elements while updating playability and conditioning standards.

The Territory Golf & Country Club

📍 Duncan

Spread across an expansive 640-acre property, The Territory features rolling landscapes, rocky outcrops, and scenic ponds. The championship course offers dramatic elevation changes and panoramic views of southern Oklahoma's natural beauty.

🏙️ Oklahoma City Metro Golf Courses (60+ Courses)

The Oklahoma City metropolitan area features over 60 golf courses, including five excellent municipal courses with some of the most affordable green fees in the nation. From championship layouts to family-friendly 9-hole courses, OKC offers outstanding variety and value.

Oklahoma City Municipal Courses

Oklahoma City operates five municipal courses throughout the city with driving ranges, restaurants, clubhouses, and pro shops. Membership is not required, and rates are exceptionally affordable at $33 for 18 holes ($20.25 for seniors 62+).

Lake Hefner Golf Club (North & South Courses) 36 Holes

📍 Oklahoma City

North Course: Par 72, just under 7,000 yards from black tees. Championship-caliber layout with challenging length and strategic design.

South Course: Par 70, 6,300+ yards from blue tees. Shorter but equally challenging with tight fairways and well-protected greens.