The Most Breathtaking Golf Courses in North America

Thousands of people spend sunny afternoons chatting with friends and colleagues while enjoying a round of golf across North America each year. Whether you are an amateur or a seasoned professional at the sport, the United States and Canada are home to some of the most breathtakingly beautiful golf courses in the world. From ocean side resorts to courses in the mountains, the scenery is nearly as enjoyable as the game itself.

Pebble Beach
A five-time host of the U.S. Open, Pebble Beach Resort is situated in Pebble Beach, California and boasts some of the best golf courses in all of the United States. Hosting golfers since 1919, Spyglass Hill Golf course sits within the resort's grounds. It is one of the toughest and most prestigious courses in the entire world.

A true Scottish course, The Links at Spanish Bay, is also housed at Pebble Beach. Visitors that just want to say they have played on the same courses as some of the greats can enjoy some time on Del Monte Golf Course, a course known as the oldest one that has continually operated west of the Mississippi River. Staff professionals are available throughout the golf resort and guests receive special booking deals if they stay in the hotel. Even those that aren't big on hitting the links will want to play through a game just to enjoy the exquisite seaside views from the courses.

The Greenbrier
Nestled in the lovely scenery that is White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, The Greenbrier was honored with hosting the number one tournament on the 2011 PGA Tour. Golfers from around the world flock to the area to say that they have teed off at The Old White TPC, a course that has been used more than any other for PGA Tour events. Skilled golfers that are looking for a new challenge often find themselves at The Meadows Course, which is also the most scenic.

Learning golfers will find classes and private lessons at The Greenbrier Golf Academy. Smaller courses are arranged with yellow flags on The Meadows and The Greenbrier courses, offering a perfect golfing environment for children or beginners.

The Fairmont Banff Springs
Great golfing isn't just found in the United States. Alberta, Canada's majestic Rocky Mountains surround The Fairmont Banff Springs, a challenging and popular golf course that offers beautiful views of the mountains and valleys in every direction. Amateurs and professionals alike enjoy golfing on the Canadian course, set up with 27 holes in a championship-worthy layout. The course was originally designed by renowned course architect Stanley Thompson in 1928.

Golfing is a way to relax, enjoy the outdoors and socialize whether a beginner or lifelong golfer. Beautiful, scenic courses can be found throughout the United States and Canada. If Pebble Beach, The Greenbrier and The Fairmont Banff Springs are too far away, chances are that a course just as gorgeous isn't far away.

Author Bio
Lyndsi Decker is a freelance writer and at the time is promoting shipping golf clubs. She often blogs about traveling and enjoys global travel and photography.