A Cornerstone of Championship Golf
Discover the charm of Pennsylvania, one of golf’s keystone states. Rolling hills, scenic landscapes, and a rich golfing heritage set the stage for a truly memorable golf escape.
From the tranquil countryside of the Laurel Highlands to the exceptional resort experience at Nemacolin, Pennsylvania offers a blend of championship golf, luxury accommodations, and experiences beyond the fairways. Whether enjoying a golf-focused getaway or taking time to explore the surrounding region, it’s a destination that brings together the best of classic American golf with elevated luxury.
Pennsylvania has a deep golfing heritage, with some of the world’s greatest course designers helping shape the state. Championship layouts, excellent course design, and the scenic countryside provide a distinctive backdrop for a golf escape. From the historic Old Course at Omni Bedford Springs to the iconic fairways of Hershey Country Club, the state offers a range of memorable golfing experiences.
At the heart of Pennsylvania golf is Nemacolin, a luxury resort nestled in the Laurel Highlands region, where the exceptional golf is paired with world-class accommodations, dining, and leisure. Home to two acclaimed courses designed by Pete Dye, Nemacolin provides an outstanding setting for a golf getaway.
Pennsylvania is home to a collection of memorable golf courses, with championship layouts and scenic resort courses set among its countryside. A standout destination is Nemacolin Resort, where two distinctive Pete Dye-designed courses, Mystic Rock and Shepherd’s Rock, deliver an exceptional golf experience in a spectacular setting.
Designed by legendary golf course architect Pete Dye, Mystic Rock is a championship layout that winds through the rolling terrain of Pennsylvania. Known for its dramatic elevation changes, strategic bunkering, and challenging natural features, the course offers an exciting test of golf. Mystic Rock is often ranked as one of the top public courses in all of Pennsylvania.
With a history of hosting PGA Tour competition, Mystic Rock combines championship pedigree with a memorable mountain setting.
Co-designed by Pete Dye and Tim Liddy, Shepherd’s Rock offers a spectacular golf experience across the scenic Pennsylvania hills. Opened in 2017, the championship course features expansive fairways, rolling terrain, stratigic hazards, and sweeping mountain views. Its stunning layout blends challenging golf with the surrounding scenery, creating a complement to its sister course, Mystic Rock.
Pennsylvania combines a rich golfing heritage with diverse landscapes and a wealth of championship golf experiences. Home to more than 500 golf courses, the state features everything from historic layouts and classic American course architecture to scenic resort courses nestled among rolling hills and mountains.
Nemacolin’s two Pete Dye-designed courses further cement its reputation as one of the country’s premier golf destinations, with both layouts ranked among Golfweek’s top 10 public-access courses in Pennsylvania for 2026.
Premier Golf has extensive knowledge of the Pennsylvania golf scene and can arrange an unforgettable luxury golf vacation for you and your group. Our experts will recommend an itinerary complete with must-visit courses, sights to see, and hidden gems to turn your trip into a once-in-a-lifetime vacation.
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Pennsylvania is home to more than 400 publicly accessible golf courses, offering a wide range of playing experiences, from historic layouts to championship resort courses. Among them are Nemacolin’s two acclaimed Pete Dye-designed courses, Mystic Rock and Shepherd’s Rock.
The main golf season typically runs from April through October, with May through September offering particularly favourable playing conditions. September and October are especially appealing, when comfortable temperatures and fall foliage provide a beautiful backdrop for golf.
Nemacolin is located in Farmington, southwestern Pennsylvania, within the scenic Laurel Highlands. Set among rolling hills and woodland, the resort offers a luxury retreat combining championship golf, exceptional accommodations, dining, and leisure experiences.
You can book a golf tour in Pennsylvania with Premier Golf, and our team can recommend some of the best and most popular courses the state has to offer or can help you tailor your trip to all your needs.
