Best Golf Courses Around Indianapolis

Updated August 2025.

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From Happy Gilmore to Bubba Watson (and every “just here for the cart snacks” player in between), Central Indiana has a course for every vibe and skill level. Whether you’re chasing birdies, avoiding double bogeys, or perfecting your totally accidental Happy Gilmore swing, we’ve mapped out the greens, fairways, and putt-putt palaces worth your time.


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Brickyard Crossing 

Speedway | 4400 W 16th St.

It’d be wrong not to start this off with Brickyard Crossing. This unique course boasts championship-level design and the brag-worthy experience of playing a hole inside the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway, blending world-class golf with Indy’s racing legacy.




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Eagle Creek Golf Club 

Eagle Creek | 8802 W 56th St.

Whether you’re a lifelong golfer or new to the game, Eagle Creek has a membership or play pass to match your style. Enjoy challenging courses and plenty of reasons to bring friends along.




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Bear Slide Golf Club

Cicero | 6770 231st St.

Bear Slide Golf Club delivers lush, rolling fairways and scenic country views just outside the charm of small-town Cicero. It’s the perfect mix of peaceful escape and top-notch golf.




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Purgatory Golf Club 

Noblesville | 12160 E 216th St.

Just 27 miles northeast of Indy, Purgatory Golf Club sprawls across 218 acres of open, links-style terrain with fairways framed by tall, waving grasses. It’s a scenic test for golfers of all levels.




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Sahm Golf Course 

Castleton | 6801 E 91st St.

With affordable rates, a welcoming vibe, and a prime northeast Indy location, it’s a favorite for locals seeking quality golf without the country club costs. Add in the tree-lined fairways and laid-back pace, and every round feels like a weekend escape. 




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Back 9 Entertainment & Golf 

Old Southside | 1415 Drover St. 

Rain, shine, or snow, Back 9 is a great spot to practice your swing every day of the year. With covered bays, heated tees, and a lively atmosphere, it’s always game on.




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Birdie's

Westfield | 632 IN-32

Looking for something a little less serious and suitable for all ages? Birdie’s takes putt-putt to a new level with a beautiful outdoor course, mouthwatering eats, and plenty of space to hang post-game.


Members Only 

  • Crooked Stick 
  • Twin Lakes Golf Club 
  • Meridian Hills Country Club
  • Bloomington Country Club
  • Chatham Hills
  • The Sagamore Club


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