Best Public Golf Courses in Pinehurst, North Carolina

What makes a public course "best" in Pinehurst? 9 non-member courses qualify (averaging 4.7★); the top 5 below average 4.7★.

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Ranked courses

  1. 1

    Pinehurst Resort

    80 Carolina Vista Dr, Pinehurst, NC 28374, USA, Pinehurst, NC 28374
    ★ 4.8 (3,715 reviews)
  2. 2

    Pinehurst No. 9

    1 Royal Troon Dr, Pinehurst, NC 28374, USA, Pinehurst, NC 28374
    ★ 4.7 (215 reviews)
  3. 3

    Pinehurst No 6

    97 Juniper Creek Blvd, Pinehurst, NC 28374, USA, Pinehurst, NC 28374
    ★ 4.7 (146 reviews)
  4. 4

    Forest Creek Golf Club

    100 Forest Creek Dr, Pinehurst, NC 28374, USA, Pinehurst, NC 28374
    ★ 4.9 (68 reviews)
  5. 5

    Midland Country Club

    2205 Midland Rd, Pinehurst, NC 28374, USA, Pinehurst, NC 28374
    ★ 4.3 (97 reviews)
  6. 6

    Forest Creek North Course

    Pinehurst, NC 28374, USA, Pinehurst, NC 28374
    ★ 5.0 (17 reviews)
  7. 7

    Azalea

    85 Glasgow Drive, Pinehurst, NC 28374
  8. 8

    Country Club of North Carolina - Cardinal

    1600 Morganton Road, Pinehurst, NC 28374
  9. 9

    Country Club of North Carolina - Dogwood

    1600 Morganton Road, Pinehurst, NC 28374

Frequently Asked Questions

How many public golf courses are in Pinehurst, North Carolina?▾
FairwayRadar lists every public, municipal, semi-private, and resort course open to non-member play in Pinehurst, North Carolina. Counts update daily as we verify access policies.
What's the best public golf course in Pinehurst?▾
Our top-ranked public course in Pinehurst is the highest-rated by Google reviews. See the ranked list above for current standings — rankings shift as new reviews come in.
Are tee times required at public courses in Pinehurst?▾
Most public courses in Pinehurst accept tee times 1–14 days in advance. Walk-ons are typically allowed on weekdays but rarely on weekend mornings. Click any course for its booking link and phone number.
What do public golf courses cost in Pinehurst?▾
Green fees in Pinehurst vary by course and time of day. The ranked list above shows weekday and weekend rate ranges where available. Twilight rates (typically after 2pm) run 30–50% below morning prices.