Headley Golf Club is a 9-hole course in the UK bisected by a viaduct used by cyclists and walkers as part of the Great Northern Trail. Courtesy of 't1274034245'

Just over the bridge from Hilton Head, Old South Golf Links is frequently visited by vacationers and offers the company of abundant wildlife. Courtesy of 'dchang1525'

Hidden Valley Golf Club is a great value and one of the best public experiences in the Riverside area of California. Courtesy of 'hsingbabe88'

Spanish for 'two lakes,' Dos Lagos Golf Course forces golfers to navigate a couple of lakes during their round, accompanied by a Spanish-style clubhouse. Courtesy of 'rivasu'

Rees Jones crafted a scenic challenge at TPC Danzante Bay, a resort course in Loreto along the Sea of Cortez. Courtesy of 'darrenl8622'

A golfer sets up his shot behind a gator at the Club at Savannah Harbor, named among the best courses in Georgia. Courtesy of 'timmay553'

Opening in 2002, Koasati Pines Golf Club is an amenity of the Coushatta Casino Resort in Kinder, La. Courtesy of 'Jerrydidit'

Penrhos Golf and Country Club is nestled in a privately-owned Welsh countryside park featuring views of Cardigan Bay. Courtesy of 'Dalio2680'

Bangor St Deiniol is a unique James Braid design offering a round full of bumps and rolls at one of the most scenic courses in the UK. Courtesy of 'Dalio2680'

Golfers can expect dramatic sunrises and sunsets during dawn and dusk rounds at Eagle Mountain Golf Club in Fountain Hills, Ariz. Courtesy of 'Bbabisch30'

The challenging 14th hole at Kukui'ula Golf Course is “a quintessential Weiskopf par 4,” where golfers may spot spinner dolphins and humpback whales. Courtesy of 'tehayes99'

The final hole at Westerham Golf Club presents a well-positioned water hazard with the clubhouse in the background. Courtesy of 'u314161135041'

Herndon Centennial is a must-play public links course in Northern Virginia at a great value and an easy drive from downtown D.C. Courtesy of 'planttay'

Quicksilver Golf Club in Midway, Pa., is known for its challenging holes and well-kept conditions. Courtesy of 'u314159447875'

Wild Wood Country Club has vastly improved over the years, adding indoor putting and chipping simulator bays, plus a restaurant, to accompany the course. Courtesy of 'danny33c'

Water lurks on the Gary Player Course at the Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa in Rancho Mirage, Calif. Courtesy of 'rtmarett'

Expect to play uphill, downhill, or across ravines and streams on beautifully maintained fairways at Bolton Golf Club. Courtesy of 'markcollinsjoinery1'

Whirlpool Golf Course is one of Canada's most highly-rated public courses, making it a must play when visiting Niagara Falls. Courtesy of 'u314161878174'

Troubadour Golf & Field club is a private residential community outside of Nashville that offers a challenging Tom Fazio championship course. Courtesy of 'n4t3j5FiagwY4Uh2wJEa'

Expect a challenge at San Dimas Canyon as you play a relatively flat front 9 and a hilly back 9 in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains. Courtesy of 'MRJW15'