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Community Rankings · 2026

Best Golf Courses in Arkansas

Community-ranked golf courses in Arkansas, rated by real golfers using First Loop's Elo comparison system. Current top courses: The Alotian Club, Chenal Country Club, Country Club of Little Rock.

  1. #1
    The Alotian Club

    Roland, AR

    9.0/10
  2. #2
    Chenal Country Club

    Little Rock, AR

    8.3/10
  3. #3
    Country Club of Little Rock

    Little Rock, AR

    8.3/10
  4. #4
    Blessings

    Fayetteville, AR

    8.2/10
  5. #5 8.2/10
  6. #6 8.1/10
  7. #7
    Diamondhead Country Club

    Hot Springs, AR

    8.1/10
  8. #8
    Fayetteville Country Club

    Fayetteville, AR

    8.1/10
  9. #9
    Hot Springs Country Club

    Hot Springs, AR

    8.0/10
  10. #10 8.0/10
  11. #11
    Rebsamen Park Golf Club

    Little Rock, AR

    8.0/10
  12. #12
    Shadow Valley C C

    Rogers, AR

    8.0/10
  13. #13
    Red Apple Country Club

    Heber Springs, AR

    7.8/10
  14. #14
    Bella Vista POA

    Bella Vista, AR

    7.4/10
  15. #15
    Blytheville Country Club

    Blytheville, AR

    7.4/10
  16. #16 7.4/10
  17. #17 7.4/10
  18. #18
    Chamberlyne CC

    Danville, AR

    7.4/10
  19. #19
    Clarksville Country Club

    Clarksville, AR

    7.4/10
  20. #20
    Conway Country Club

    Conway, AR

    7.4/10

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best golf course in Arkansas?

According to the First Loop community, the top-ranked golf course in Arkansas is The Alotian Club, followed by Chenal Country Club and Country Club of Little Rock. Rankings are based on real golfer Elo comparisons.

How many golf courses are in Arkansas?

First Loop has 122 golf courses listed in Arkansas. Community rankings are updated continuously as golfers log rounds and rate courses head-to-head.

How are golf courses in Arkansas ranked on First Loop?

First Loop uses an Elo rating system — the same method used in chess and sports. Golfers who have played multiple courses compare them head-to-head, and the rankings reflect the community's collective opinion, not a single editorial panel.

Are these the best public golf courses in Arkansas?

First Loop ranks all golf courses in Arkansas — public, semi-private, and private — based on real golfer reviews. Filter or browse individual course pages to see green fees, conditions ratings, and community reviews for each.