With championship layouts, historic links, scenic public courses, and a coastal climate that extends the playing season well beyond summer, Cape Cod has long been a favorite destination for golfers in Massachusetts and across New England.
Whether you’re looking for a challenging championship round, an approachable public course, or a quick game overlooking the Atlantic, you’ll find Cape Cod golf courses for virtually every playing style.
For guests of Wequassett, the experience begins just moments from the resort at the prestigious Cape Cod National Golf Club. From there, some of the best golf courses on Cape Cod are within easy reach across Harwich, Brewster, Chatham, Dennis, and beyond.
Planning a Cape Cod golf vacation? Here are ten courses worth adding to your itinerary.
Why Plan a Golf Getaway on Cape Cod?
Golf on Cape Cod is about more than the game itself. Courses wind through pine forests, cranberry country, conservation land, and coastal landscapes, creating a distinctly New England setting for every round.
The Cape is also home to a varied mix of private and public golf courses, from full championship layouts to historic links and shorter courses suited to a more relaxed afternoon.
Spring and fall are particularly rewarding times for a Cape Cod golf getaway, when comfortable temperatures and fewer summer crowds create ideal conditions for spending the day on the course.
Stay at Wequassett and you can pair a morning tee time with afternoons overlooking Pleasant Bay, coastal experiences, and exceptional dining, turning a round of golf into a complete Cape Cod escape.
1. Cape Cod National Golf Club – Brewster
The Ultimate Stay-and-Play Experience
For guests of Wequassett, no Cape Cod golf vacation would be complete without a round at neighboring Cape Cod National Golf Club.
Available exclusively to club members and registered guests of Wequassett, this prestigious 18-hole, par-72 championship course stretches to 6,954 yards from the championship tees. Fast fairways, varied tee shots, immaculate greens, and peaceful surroundings create a challenging but rewarding round.
The club also offers practice facilities, while golf lessons are available to Wequassett guests based on availability.
Best of all, the course is just moments from the resort. Tee times can be arranged through the Wequassett concierge, making it easy to build golf into a longer Cape Cod getaway.
Best for: Wequassett guests looking for a private championship golf experience.
2. Cranberry Valley Golf Course – Harwich
Championship Public Golf Close to Wequassett
Located in Harwich, Cranberry Valley Golf Course is one of the closest public golf courses to Wequassett and an excellent option for visitors looking to add another round to their stay.
The 18-hole, par-71 championship course was designed by Geoffrey Cornish and William Robinson and combines a varied layout with facilities including a driving range, bunker and practice area, and PGA instruction.
Its location makes Cranberry Valley particularly convenient for Wequassett guests who want to experience more than one of the area’s best Cape Cod golf courses without traveling far from the resort.
Best for: A convenient public championship round near Wequassett.
3. The Captains Golf Course – Brewster
Two Championship Courses in One Destination
Can’t decide which course to play? At The Captains Golf Course in Brewster, you can choose between two distinct 18-hole championship layouts.
The par-72 Port and Starboard courses provide 36 holes of public golf surrounded by classic Cape Cod scenery. The facility also offers PGA teaching professionals, private lessons, clinics, a pro shop, and practice facilities.
Its two-course setup makes The Captains an excellent choice for golfers planning a longer stay who want to experience multiple rounds without traveling between courses.
Best for: Playing two different championship layouts during one Cape Cod golf vacation.
4. Highland Links – North Truro
Historic Links with Atlantic Ocean Views
For one of Cape Cod’s most distinctive golf experiences, head north to Highland Links in Truro.
Established in 1892 and located within Cape Cod National Seashore, Highland Links is considered one of America’s oldest links courses. The nine-hole course sits high above the Atlantic beside Highland Light, with natural rough, heath, windswept terrain, and ocean views creating an experience reminiscent of traditional Scottish links golf.
It’s quite different from the Cape’s woodland championship courses and well worth the drive for golfers interested in the history and character of the game.
Best for: Historic golf, coastal scenery, and a traditional links-style experience.
5. Dennis Pines Golf Course – East Dennis
A Challenge Through the Pines
Golfers looking for a tougher test should consider Dennis Pines Golf Course.
Set across 170 acres of pine forest in East Dennis, this par-72 championship course measures approximately 7,000 yards. Tree-lined corridors reward accuracy, while water comes into play on several holes.
The course’s 12th is particularly notable: a demanding par five that has earned a reputation as one of its toughest holes.
With a driving range, practice green, golf lessons, club rentals, and an on-site restaurant and lounge, Dennis Pines has everything needed for a full day on the course.
Best for: Experienced golfers looking for a challenging public course.
6. Chatham Seaside Links – Chatham
Golf Minutes from Downtown Chatham
Located close to downtown Chatham and Chatham Light Beach, Chatham Seaside Links offers a more relaxed alternative to Cape Cod’s longer championship courses.
Established in 1895, this historic course combines an accessible layout with a convenient location for travelers staying on the Lower Cape. Rental clubs are available, making it particularly easy to add a spontaneous round to a Cape Cod getaway without bringing your own equipment.
Its proximity to Chatham also makes it easy to follow your round with an afternoon exploring Main Street, the harbor, and nearby beaches.
Best for: A relaxed round paired with a day exploring Chatham.
7. Olde Barnstable Fairgrounds Golf Course – Marstons Mills
A Walkable Cape Cod Favorite
Built on land that once hosted the Barnstable County Fair, Olde Barnstable Fairgrounds Golf Course has become a favorite among Cape Cod golfers since opening in 1992.
Designed by Mark Mungeam, the 18-hole, par-71 course features generous landing areas, large bunkered greens, and a walkable layout. The course is also certified as an Audubon Sanctuary, reflecting its approach to environmental stewardship.
Practice facilities include a driving range, putting green, bunker, and chipping green, while the clubhouse offers a golf shop and restaurant overlooking the course.
Best for: A walkable public round with excellent practice facilities.
8. Sandwich Hollows Golf Club – Sandwich
Peaceful Golf Surrounded by Conservation Land
For a quieter round surrounded by nature, head to Sandwich Hollows Golf Club.
The course is bordered by hundreds of acres of conservation land, giving individual holes a secluded feel, while several points across the course offer views toward Cape Cod Bay.
Its rolling terrain and peaceful setting create a different experience from many of the Cape’s busier courses, making it a rewarding stop for golfers exploring the Upper Cape.
Best for: Scenic, peaceful golf surrounded by nature.
9. Bayberry Hills Golf Course – West Yarmouth
Championship Golf in Yarmouth
Add another public course to your Cape Cod golf itinerary at Bayberry Hills Golf Course in West Yarmouth.
Part of Yarmouth Golf, Bayberry Hills offers championship golf alongside The Links at Bayberry Hills, with facilities that include a full driving range and an expansive practice green.
The varied layouts make the complex a strong choice for golfers who want plenty of options, whether you’re planning a full round or incorporating golf into a wider Cape Cod vacation.
Best for: Public golf with excellent practice facilities and multiple playing options.
10. Blue Rock Golf Course – South Yarmouth
A Shorter Course with Plenty of Challenge
Not every memorable round needs to take all day. Blue Rock Golf Course in South Yarmouth offers an 18-hole, par-3 layout designed by renowned golf course architect Geoffrey Cornish.
Open to the public, the approximately 3,000-yard course features holes ranging from just over 100 yards to more than 250 yards, including four scenic water holes. Its signature ninth requires a shot over water to a kidney-shaped green.
The shorter layout makes Blue Rock approachable for newer golfers while still requiring experienced players to think carefully about club selection and shot-making.
Best for: Couples, families, newer golfers, or experienced players looking for a quicker round.
When Is the Best Time to Golf on Cape Cod?
While summer is the Cape’s busiest travel season, golfers have good reason to consider visiting outside July and August.
Spring brings the return of warmer days and greener landscapes, while fall is one of the best times for a Cape Cod golf vacation. Comfortable temperatures, lower humidity, colorful scenery, and fewer peak-season crowds create ideal conditions for spending more time on the course.
A fall stay at Wequassett also makes it easy to combine golf with seasonal Cape Cod experiences, coastal walks, dining, and time relaxing beside Pleasant Bay.
Course schedules, rates, and availability vary throughout the year, so always check directly with individual golf courses when planning your trip.
Turn Your Round into a Cape Cod Golf Getaway
The best golf trips leave time for more than tee times.
After a round at Cape Cod National Golf Club, return to Wequassett and spend the afternoon overlooking Pleasant Bay. Relax by the water, explore the surrounding coast, or settle in for cocktails before dinner at Outer Bar.
Dining is an essential part of the experience, too. Celebrate a memorable round with fine dining at twenty-eight Atlantic, enjoy relaxed waterfront flavors at Thoreau’s, or make time for drinks overlooking the bay.
Whether you’re traveling as a couple, planning a golf weekend with friends, or simply want to add a round to your Cape Cod vacation, Wequassett brings championship golf, luxury accommodations, coastal experiences, and dining together in one unforgettable stay.
Plan Your Cape Cod Golf Vacation at Wequassett
From historic links and challenging public courses to one of the region’s most prestigious private clubs, Cape Cod offers an impressive variety of golf experiences.
For guests of Wequassett, exclusive access to Cape Cod National Golf Club provides the centerpiece of a memorable golf getaway, while many of the best golf courses on Cape Cod are within easy reach of the resort.
Stay for a round or make golf part of a longer coastal escape, pairing time on the course with exceptional dining, waterfront relaxation, and everything else Cape Cod has to offer.
