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Community Rankings · 2026

Best Golf Courses in Rhode Island

Community-ranked golf courses in Rhode Island, rated by real golfers using First Loop's Elo comparison system. Current top courses: Wannamoisett CC, Agawam Hunt, Newport National GC.

  1. #1
    Wannamoisett CC

    Rumford, RI

    8.4/10
  2. #2
    Agawam Hunt

    East Providence, RI

    8.3/10
  3. #3
    Newport National GC

    Middletown, RI

    8.3/10
  4. #4
    Montaup CC

    Portsmouth, RI

    8.2/10
  5. #5
    Sakonnet GC

    Little Compton, RI

    8.2/10
  6. #6
    Misquamicut Club

    Watch Hill, RI

    8.1/10
  7. #7
    Quidnessett CC

    North Kingstown, RI

    8.1/10
  8. #8
    Weekapaug GC

    Westerly, RI

    8.1/10
  9. #9
    Alpine CC

    Cranston, RI

    7.4/10
  10. #10
    Beaver River GC

    Wakefield, RI

    7.4/10
  11. #11
    Cranston CC

    Cranston, RI

    7.4/10
  12. #12
    Exeter CC

    Exeter, RI

    7.4/10
  13. #13
    Fenner Hill GC

    Hope Valley, RI

    7.4/10
  14. #14
    Foster CC

    Foster, RI

    7.4/10
  15. #15
    Glocester CC

    Chepachet, RI

    7.4/10
  16. #16 7.4/10
  17. #17
    Jamestown GC

    Jamestown, RI

    7.4/10
  18. #18
    Kings Crossing GC

    North Kingstown, RI

    7.4/10
  19. #19
    Kirkbrae CC

    Lincoln, RI

    7.4/10
  20. #20
    Laurel Lane CC

    West Kingston, RI

    7.4/10

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best golf course in Rhode Island?

According to the First Loop community, the top-ranked golf course in Rhode Island is Wannamoisett CC, followed by Agawam Hunt and Newport National GC. Rankings are based on real golfer Elo comparisons.

How many golf courses are in Rhode Island?

First Loop has 58 golf courses listed in Rhode Island. Community rankings are updated continuously as golfers log rounds and rate courses head-to-head.

How are golf courses in Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island?

First Loop ranks all golf courses in Rhode Island — 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.