Golf

Recreation opportunities abound in Cedar Rapids whether you prefer snowshoes, a bicycle or a 7-iron in your hands.

The city’s scenic hiking and biking trails, beautiful parks, championship golf courses and pristine lakes and rivers, set Cedar Rapids apart as a magnificent four-season recreation destination.

Many of our roads have bicycle lanes, earning Cedar Rapids its reputation as one of the most “bicycle friendly” cities in America. In 2015, Cedar Rapids and Minneapolis were named the best parks system in the United States by the Trust for Public Land.

During the warmer months, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy golf, boating, fishing, and kayaking. There’s even apple picking on the shores of Pine Tree Lake. The famous Cedar Rapids Happy Valley winters mean exhilarating activities like cross country skiing, ice fishing and sledding.

Cedar Rapids has a great variety of well-maintained public courses. Whether you are on the pro circuit or first-time golfer, we've got the perfect course for you.

Airport National Public Golf Course

3001 Wright Brothers Blvd, Cedar Rapids

With a 27-hole public course, huge driving range, and pro shop, stop in for a fast, friendly and fun game on wide green fairways, fast undulating greens and rolling hills. This multi-use public golf facility and a must-visit for anyone interested in a round of golf!

Ellis Golf Course

1401 Zika Avenue NW, Cedar Rapids

First opened in 1919, play through the beautiful landscapes on one of the state’s most difficult and historic courses. The front 9 features holes with large elevated greens, and the back 9 is fully wooded with scenic, tight, undulating holes. With generous fairways and challenging greens, the layout will demand every club in your bag. PLUS: Enjoy the newly rebuilt club house featuring indoor and outdoor seating, concessions, pro shop, mural of the course history and a 2,100-foot event center.

Gardner Golf Course

5101 Old Golf Course Road, Marion

Experience the beauty and wildlife of the country setting of Gardner Golf Course. The relaxing location and rolling terrain with wide fairways and large gentle undulating greens make for an enjoyable “shot-making” experience. This 18-hole championship golf course offers golfers a wide variety of holes offering length, hazards, and trees.

Hunter’s Ridge Golf Course

2901 Hunters Ridge Rd, Marion

Across 400 acres, this 18-hole bentgrass championship caliber golf course features 50 bunkers, 10 ponds and is located on the edge of the Cedar Rapids and Marion communities. The front 9 winds through generous landing areas and accessible greens. The back nine is narrow with many ponds and wetlands entering the field of play. With a few forced carries and risk/reward shots, the back nine is sure to challenge regardless of skill level.

Twin Pines Golf Course

3800 42nd St. NE, Cedar Rapids

Generous fairways, lush greens and an easy to walk layout have made this one of Iowa’s most frequented and popular courses. Variety of hole lengths serve families and players of all abilities while facilitating a fast round at this conveniently located active urban neighborhood. Twin Pines has received the family course designation from the PGA and NRPA, and is ideal for junior and senior players with beginner through intermediate skill levels.

Visit playcedarrapidsgolf.com for more information on each course and the season passes available.