With an outstanding list of honors and awards to their credit by GolfDigest, Golfweek, and Travel and Leisure Golf Magazine among others, the Branson area's many courses are among the Midwest's finest. Integrating inspired course design by legends like Tom Fazio and Jack Nicklaus with rugged Ozark Mountain topography, these courses offer scenic and challenging play for beginners and avid players alike. And Branson's newest course, the Payne Stewart Golf Club, is a tribute to the Missouri native and favorite son. The course was designed by Chuck Smith with design consultant and PGA Professional, Bobby Clampett.

Players can expect to find lush Bermuda and Zoysia fairways and tees, bent grass greens, plenty of waterfalls, lakes, creeks and bunker features, and a variety of open and tree-lined fairways. Several courses stay open year round with reduced rates November through March and discounts for play after noon, multiple players and in combination with lodging packages. Most of courses can accommodate tournaments and corporate special events, and offer professional instruction by appointment.