The city of St. Paul has many perks that make the city a desired location to call home. The city is known for its historic downtown area, varied cultural experiences, exceptional parks, and a wide selection of neighborhoods to suit individual preferences. Another perk is the availability of numerous golf courses in and around the city. Whether you are interested in a public course or prefer a private course, there are plenty to choose from, providing well-maintained greens and assorted amenities that enhance a day of play with friends. Here is a complete guide to the best golf courses for residents, visitors, and anyone considering moving to Saint Paul.

Highland National Golf Course

At Highland National Golf Course, players are offered a challenging day on the greens. Before teeing off, select quality merchandise from the golf store or take advantage of the two practice putting greens. Then you can tee off and show your skills on the 18-hole, par 72 course. Expect your skills to be tested at 10 of the 18 holes with ponds during the game. At the 15th hole, the custom “Snoopy” bunker pays homage to “Peanuts” creator Charles Schulz. After the game, refresh and rewind at the full bar. Highland National Golf Course generally closes in the first part of November for the season and reopens in the spring.

Town and Country Club

Situated in the heart of the metropolitan area, Town and Country Club is where the first round of golf was played in the state in 1893. The course features an enjoyable yet demanding course fitted with rolling fairways and challenging greens. Members can access tennis courts, a swimming pool, a fitness center, and scheduled events along with golf. For food, socializing, private events, and flavorful libations, TCC provides a choice of nine settings, from refined dining for Sunday brunch in The River Room to the casual setting in The Card Room and The Bar. As a private country club, many of its members’ facilities, such as dining and events, are open year-round.

Phalen Park Golf Course

Another challenging course is Phalen Park, situated alongside scenic Lake Phalen—one of the best lakes in Saint Paul. The course presents plenty of holes to show off your skills when faced with doglegs, bunkers, and water hazards. The course is a championship 18-hole par 70 course, with a driving range and practice green to warm up before play or to hone your skills, a clubhouse, and a full-service bar and grill to keep golfers energized. It is a well-established course that initially opened in 1888. It has 15 tees, a driving range, and 18 regulation holes.

With its state-of-the-art indoor simulators, golfers can play a round 12 months a year. Phalen Park Golf Course closes on November 1 and reopens on April 1.

Goodrich Golf Course

Next to homes for sale in Maplewood—just a short drive from St. Paul—Goodrich Golf Course offers a relaxing 18-hole par 70 championship course featuring five holes with water challenges. The course offers a large practice putting green with a tiered sand bunker, adult and junior lessons, and several leagues to join. Golfers can choose to play 9 or 18 holes, cart rentals are available, and there is a full bar for assorted refreshments and a 65-seat banquet room for special events.

The course is open for spring, summer, and fall, and closes for the winter. The course is generally open from 6:30 a.m. to an hour after sunset, though times vary depending on weather conditions.

Somerset Country Club

The par 72 course at Somerset Country Club is located near St. Paul in Mendota Heights and offers challenging rounds amid well-groomed surfaces. First opened in 1919, this is the destination when golf is the primary activity on the day’s agenda. Golfers can expect a scenic and well-maintained 18-hole course offering excellent conditions for all skill levels.

Guests are welcome at Somerset Country Club when accompanied by a current member. The country club also has a swimming pool for everyone to cool off and relax or burn up some energy with a set of tennis. As a private country club, select facilities are usually open to its members depending on weather conditions.

Oak Marsh Golf Course

A first-class course near homes for sale in Oakdale, Oak Marsh has everything a golfer needs to enjoy a full day on the 18-hole par 70 course. Along with tee times on well-manicured greens and fairways, there is a practice facility, a full-service golf shop, a golf instruction program for adults and juniors, and individual golf lessons. For a challenge, the course is fitted with 31 bunkers and 13 holes that have marsh and wetlands to navigate. At the clubhouse, golfers enjoy access to full-service food and beverages in the Oak Marsh Bar and Grille and at the golf shop. Oak Marsh is also busy during the year with tournaments, Friday Couples Events, theme events, and private parties.

The course is usually closed during winter and reopens in spring. During the golf season, the course is open seven days a week.

Como Park Golf Course

Como Park Golf Course is a fun and sporty 18-hole par 70 golf course plus a practice green, located behind the historic Como Park Zoo and Conservatory and across from Lake Como. The rolling greens offer space for straight putts, navigating bunkers and water hazards, and negotiating elevation changes. The course is an excellent way to test your skills. Before or after a round, visit Cozy’s Pub, where a full-service bar and a food menu fuel players up for the next tee time.

Como Park Golf Course hosts special events and golf tournaments during the year. It also has golf leagues, access to young golfers through their Youth on Course program, and clubs for both men and women. The golf course generally reopens in April for golf, and from December to February, it is open to access cross-country skiing trails.

Tee Time in St. Paul

Those who love to hit the greens will have no issue finding a place to play golf in St. Paul. From public to private courses and all the amenities they have to offer, there’s something for every golfer. When you’re looking to move to a community that offers a menu of possibilities both indoors and out, consider all the things to do in St. Paul.

If Saint Paul is the city for you, contact Kris Lindahl Real Estate at 1-(855) 967-7653 to get in touch with a local real estate agent who can help you find your dream home today.