Tom Bendelow

Manchester Country Club

Manchester, CT

Founded in 1917 and designed by Tom Bendelow and Devereux Emmet, Manchester Country Club features a Donald Ross redesign that gives it a classic New England character. The 18-hole layout plays 6,339 yards from the blue tees with a slope of 128 and rating of 70.6. Recognized by GolfPass as one of the Top 50 public golf courses in the United States, MCC offers a well-maintained parkland layout with a welcoming semi-private atmosphere and a major practice facility upgrade completed in 2026.

Painted Dunes Desert Golf Course

El Paso, TX

Turtle Creek Golf Club in Traverse City, Michigan, offers an engaging and dynamic golfing experience that skillfully utilizes the natural contours of the land. While the architect is listed as unknown in the provided data, some sources attribute the design of a similar course (Turtle Creek Golf Course in Burlington, MI) to Rex Spoor (1965) and another 9-hole executive course to Dave Dart (1991). However, for the Traverse City location, the design philosophy focuses on wider fairways and larger greens, aiming to provide a playable yet challenging round for golfers of all skill levels. The course features a variety of flat and hilly holes, incorporating water and woods into its layout. While a single signature hole is not universally recognized, the course is noted for its well-maintained conditions and scenic beauty. It's a course that rewards accurate play, particularly around its challenging greens, making it a rewarding experience for those who appreciate a blend of playability and strategic demands.

Queensbury Country Club

Lake George, NY

An 18-hole, par 70 public course within the Adirondack Park, featuring maintained holes and views, ten minutes from Lake George.

Van Cortlandt Park Golf Course

Bronx, NY

The oldest public golf course in the United States — a living piece of American golf history.

City Park Golf Course

Denver, CO

Nemacolin Woodlands Resort's Mystic Rock stands as a testament to Pete Dye's audacious architectural vision, offering a golf experience as dramatic as the Pennsylvania landscape it inhabits. Crafted in 1993, Dye masterfully sculpted this course into the rugged terrain, utilizing the natural rock formations and elevation changes to create a strategic and visually stunning layout. Golfers are immediately immersed in a journey where every shot demands thoughtful execution, navigating Dye's signature pot bunkers, undulating greens, and water hazards that come into play with unnerving frequency. The course's character is defined by its bold features, including a memorable par-3, often playing downhill to a green guarded by a sheer rock face, and a challenging par-5 finisher that snakes around a lake, requiring both power and precision. Mystic Rock is renowned for its impeccable conditioning and the relentless mental test it presents, pushing players to their limits while rewarding well-struck shots. This resort gem is perfectly suited for destination golfers seeking a world-class challenge and an unforgettable encounter with one of golf's most influential designers, offering a truly immersive and demanding round amidst breathtaking natural beauty.

Dyker Beach Golf Course

Brooklyn, NY

Santa Fe Country Club

Santa Fe, NM

Le Sueur Country Club

Le Sueur, MN

Cheraw State Park Golf Course

Cheraw, SC

Prairie Landing Golf Club, a Robert Trent Jones Jr. design in West Chicago, Illinois, embodies the architect's philosophy of creating strategic, playable, and environmentally conscious courses that blend seamlessly with the natural landscape. Jones Jr. famously stated, "Golf is the closest game to the game we call life," a sentiment reflected in the course's thoughtful layout. The 18-hole, par-72 layout features contoured fairways and innovative bunkering, offering a challenging yet fair test for golfers. A standout is the par-3 12th hole, where a lake guards the green, demanding a precise, long approach shot. The course is renowned for its immaculate conditions, with greens that roll true and smooth, providing an upscale daily-fee experience. Rated 4-1/2 stars by Golf Digest Places to Play, Prairie Landing is celebrated for its engaging variety of holes, making it a fun, fast, and exciting round for all skill levels.

Dubsdread Golf Course

Orlando, FL

Salem Country Club

Salem, IL

Old Hickory Golf Club

Beaver Dam, WI

Orangeburg Country Club

Orangeburg, SC

Best in Region, private but allows outside play via Santee golf packages

Wildcat Golf Course

Shellsburg, IA

Red Carpet Golf Course

Waterloo, IA

Yellowstone Country Club

Billings, MT

A golf course located in Billings. Further details to be added from other sources.

Detroit Country Club

Detroit Lakes, MN