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Municipal golf is in a unique place. On one hand, there are high-profile examples of popular muni facilities on the proverbial chopping block due to land values. On the other, there are well-backed efforts to preserve and restore some of the game’s most historic properties. Municipal facilities are typically where golf is most affordable and accessible to people of all demographics, and there’s greater attention on their impact today given the sport’s renaissance.
Read MoreOn a national level, February was the third-warmest on record. More than a dozen states had one of their three-warmest Februarys ever, particularly in parts of the Midwest that typically see golf courses still closed over the first few months of the year.
Read MoreWant to know more about the number of golfers in a particular state, or the proportion of public to private golf? Looking for information about municipal golf facilities, Par 3 courses, residential golf properties or resorts? NGF’s 1-page state profiles provide key supply and demand data at your fingertips.
Read MoreThe newest member reports on golf supply in the U.S. are now available, including a comprehensive 46-page dive into the world’s best supplied-golf market. As a complement to this annual report is a one-page summary overview of golf facility supply in the U.S. Click here to access and download.
Read MorePar 3 courses are increasingly common among new course openings, especially relative to their standing in overall supply.
Read MoreJanuary play got off to a sluggish start compared a year ago, as colder temperatures contributed to rounds declines in six of eight regions.
Read MorePlay climbed to record levels in 2023 as December rounds finished with a late surge.
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