Desert vs Coastal vs Mountain Golf Trips
The landscape shapes everything about a golf trip — the course design, the weather windows, the off-course activities, even the vibe. Here's how the three main golf landscapes compare.
Desert Golf (76 courses)
Target golf through cacti and red rock. Dramatic elevation changes, firm fairways, and no rough — just sand. Best in spring and fall when temps are bearable.
Coastal Golf (64 courses)
Wind-swept links and ocean views. Firm, fast playing surfaces with natural contours. The closest thing to Scottish golf in America.
2 coastal courses · Spring, Summer, Fall
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA2 coastal courses · Spring, Summer, Fall
Myrtle Beach, SC2 coastal courses · Spring, Fall
Pawleys Island, SC3 coastal courses · Spring, Fall
Bluffton, SC2 coastal courses · Spring, Fall
Hilton Head, SC3 coastal courses · Spring, Fall
Mountain Golf (184 courses)
Elevation means distance — your 7-iron suddenly goes 165. Stunning mountain backdrops, cool summer temps, and courses carved through pine forests.