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Ranking Donald Trump’s top five golf courses, from Scotland to Miami

Originally posted on HITC | By James Shearman | Last updated Dec 23, 2025 7:00 AM ET

Donald Trump’s name is attached to more than a dozen golf courses worldwide, and some stand out more than others.

From Scotland’s dramatic dunes to Florida’s palm-lined fairways, his collection has built a reputation for luxury, precision, and spectacle.

These are courses that attract tour professionals and ambitious amateurs alike, as they’re polished, photogenic, and built to impress.

Here’s how President Trump’s top five golf courses stack up.

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5. Trump National Golf Club, Los Angeles

Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Trump National Los Angeles is equal parts beauty and test. Built on bluffs with ocean views from every hole, it offers dramatic elevation changes and bold design.

Golfers describe it as a ‘bucket-list public course’ that feels private in service and presentation.

It’s proof that even in a crowded California golf scene, spectacle still finds its way to the top of the leaderboard.

4. Trump National Golf Club, Bedminster

Just 40 miles from New York City, Bedminster delivers two championship-caliber layouts designed by Tom Fazio.

The Old Course hosted the 2017 US Women’s Open and has been a regular site for elite amateur and professional events.

Its rolling terrain and polished presentation make it one of the most complete parkland experiences in America. Quiet luxury meets competitive edge here, and that balance defines its appeal.

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3. Trump National Doral, Miami

The legendary Blue Monster course at Doral has defined championship golf in Florida for decades. Its water-heavy design, renovated by Gil Hanse, remains as punishing as it is beautiful.

With 55 years of PGA Tour heritage and a return to hosting duties for major events, Doral is a course that carries both nostalgia and muscle.

Palm-lined fairways, deep bunkers, and endless risk-reward shots make it a must-play for anyone chasing challenge and prestige.

2. Trump International Golf Links, Scotland

Carved through towering dunes in Aberdeen, this Martin Hawtree design is a modern links masterpiece.

It stretches over 7,400 yards along the North Sea, blending natural movement with challenging angles and relentless wind.

Purists rate it among the best contemporary layouts in Britain, and it recently claimed World’s Best Golf Course 2025 honors. It’s Trump’s boldest statement in pure golf architecture.

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1. Trump Turnberry, Scotland

The Ailsa course at Turnberry remains Trump’s crown jewel. Famous for the 1977 “Duel in the Sun” between Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson, its redesign elevated an already iconic layout.

Perched along the Ayrshire coast, it mixes history, drama, and breathtaking ocean views around the lighthouse.

Ranked among the world’s top 20 courses, it’s a timeless walk where every hole feels cinematic.

This article first appeared on HITC and was syndicated with permission.

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