Lake of the Ozarks Golf Trail in Missouri

The Lake of the Ozarks Golf Trail is one of the best golf trails in the United States. Located in Central Missouri, the Lake of the Ozarks Golf Trail consists of 13 different golf courses, each of which has its own unique personality and characteristics. In addition to some great golf holes, what makes playing the Lake of the Ozarks Golf Trail unique is that the courses were designed by some of the best golf architects ( Arnold Palmer, Robert Trent Jones, Sr., Tom Weiskopf, Bruce Devlin and Robert Von Hagge) in the United States and everyone can find a course suitable to their level of play. Plus, there are several great options for Golf Trail stay & play packages and lodging.

With a Golf Trail Getaway Package, a golfer can combine their lodging and golf for one discounted rate. Booking a package is easy – all a golfer has to do is call the resort or accommodation of their choice and the reservationist will walk you through the different courses to make sure they suit you to a tee, and then they book all your tee times for you. Another easy way to get started on planning a Golf Trail Getaway is to visit the Packages page on the Golf Trail’s website and fill out the inquiry form. You will receive emails back from the different lodging properties bidding on your stay. Then, pick the one that best suits your needs and give them a call. It’s super easy. And, , you can enjoy what USA TODAY recently voted “The Best Recreational Lake in the Nation.” With over 200 restaurants and bars, there is no shortage of options when it comes to dining and nightlife. Read about our Six Day Vacation at Lake of the Ozarks to learn more about the courses, the lake, three resorts, and several fun things to see and do.

Lake of the Ozarks Golf Trail in Central Missouri
Deer Chase Golf Course Linn Creek, MO	Designed by Roger Null, Deer Chase offers a challenging track through the beautiful Auglaize River Valley and hills. Golf facilities include a driving range, golf shop, practice and chipping greens and the friendly Chase Tower Grill.
Bear Creek Valley Golf Club Texas Outside Review Texas Outside Rating – 9.2	Bear Creek Valley Golf Club meanders through 250 acres of colorful Ozark forest, meadows and scenic valleys along “Little Bear Creek”. The course has multiple tee settings, which will ensure an enjoyable, yet challenging, round of golf. The facilities include a casual restaurant and lounge, a driving range, putting green, and pro shop.
Eldon Golf Club Eldon, MO	Voted “Best Public Course at the Lake” by readers of the Lake Sun newspaper, this facility is set amid a backdrop of wooded areas, rolling hills and creeks. Eldon Golf Club provides an enjoyable experience for all golfers, exemplified by its high ranking through Golf Advisor.
Indian Rock Golf Course Laurie, MO	Indian Rock’s bermuda fairways and tee boxes and bentgrass greens cover 300-plus acres. Four tee boxes provide a choice of yardages. And concrete cart paths make year-round play possible. The signature par 3 hole is played over a clear lake to the green.
Lake Valley Golf Club Camdenton, MO	Set among rolling hills, Lake Valley features an unusual balance of six par 2s, six par4s, and six par 5s. The fairways are generous and the large greens are slick and demanding with considerable slope.
The Cove at The Lodge of Four Seasons Lake Ozark, MO	Designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr., The Cove features 66 bunkers, rolling hills and water coming into play on nine of 18 holes. Breathtaking Lake views and a classic design leave golfers wanting another shot at this legendary course.
The Ridge at The Lodge of Four Seasons Lake Ozark, MO	The Ridge, designed by Ken Kavanaugh to accommodate all skill levels of golfers, incorporates multiple tee complexes and is considered one of the finest courses in the Ozarks. Also, The Ridge has beautiful scenery with panoramic views of the Lake.
The 9 Hole Course at Margaritaville Lake Resort Texas Outside Review Texas Outside Rating – 8.8	Ranked as one of the top nine-hole courses by USA Today, this immaculately manicured, challenging championship course features lush zoysia fairways and large bentgrass greens. This course has dramatic elevation changes and gorgeous lake views!
The Oaks at Margaritaville Lake Resort Texas Outside Review Texas Outside Rating – 9.1	Designed by world renowned architects Bruce Devlin and Robert Von Hagge, this masterful design and beautifully manicured course offers demanding approaches and strategically positioned hazards. The Oaks will challenge the finest golfer.
Old Kinderhook Golf Resort Texas Outside Review Texas Outside Rating – 9.3	This Tom Weiskopf Signature course is ranked the second-best course in Missouri by GOLF magazine. The exceptional design offers zoysia fairways, creative bunkering, fantastic greens and spectacular vistas, making this one of the finest courses in the Midwest.
Osage National Golf Resort – Links Texas Outside Review Texas Outside Rating – 9.1	Osage National Golf Club is home to three excellent nine-hole courses. The original 18 holes, The River and The Mountain courses, opened in 1992 and were designed by Arnold Palmer. A third nine holes, The Links, was added a few years later. The courses, like their names imply, play along the towering bluffs of the Osage River. The Links course is flatter, more open, and the easiest of the three courses and has some very unique and interesting holes.
Osage National Golf Resort – Mountain Texas Outside Review Texas Outside Rating – 9.5	Osage National Golf Club is home to three excellent nine-hole courses. The original 18 holes, The River and The Mountain courses, opened in 1992 and were designed by Arnold Palmer. A third nine holes, The Links, was added a few years later. The courses, like their names imply, play along the towering bluffs of the Osage River. The Mountain course has tighter tree-lined fairways, jaw-dropping elevation changes, and is the most scenic of the three nines
Redfield Golf Course Eugene, MO	Redfield Golf Course is a semi-private, links-style golf course with bent grass fairways nestled in some of the most scenic land Missouri has to offer. The course offers five sets of tees to accommodate golfers of every skill level and a full service restaurant and bar.
Rolling Hills Country Club Versailles, MO	This is an 18 hole course with great Bentgrass greens and is well-maintained. This course has a park-like setting with a mix of lakes, towering oak trees, bunkers, and challenging greens. There are four sets of tee boxes which allow a fun time for all types of players.

Author: Mike Sharp

I have a passion for travel and outdoor activities, and now I'm enjoying retired life. I will continue my traveling, golfing, boating, and enjoying life all across the great state of Texas.