Rapid City, known as the The Gateway to the Black Hills, is a popular golf destination for traveling golfers with more than 0 golf courses - from golf course designers like - The Golf Club at Red Rock is routinely ranked the #1 public golf course in South Dakota, with a par-72 championship layout through Black Hills terrain. Hart Ranch Golf Club was voted #1 public course in South Dakota by GolfWeek Magazine in 2023, 2024, and 2025. Meadowbrook Golf Course is a parkland-style course that hosted the 1984 USGA Women's Public Links and NAIA Women's Nationals in 2009 and 2010. Rapid City Elks Golf Course is an 18-hole course with creek-side front nine and elevated back nine offering views of prairie and hills. Rapid City Executive Golf Course is a municipal 9-hole layout, convenient for a quick or casual round.. Rapid City offers golf packages for buddies trips, couples getaways and golfers looking to play top notch golf courses in South Dakota.

Best Golf and Travel Times To Rapid City:
Peak Season: Late Spring (May to June) and Early Fall (September) bring mild temperatures and comfortable golfing conditions.

Shoulder Season: Late Summer (July to August) can be warm but still playable; Late Spring (April) may be cool, especially in the mornings.

Not Recommended: Mid-Winter (December to February) due to snow and freezing temperaturesnot ideal for golf in Rapid City.

Top Rapid City Attractions:
Casino resorts in nearby Deadwood offer gaming, dining, and entertainmentgreat for evenings after golf.

The Black Hills provide must-see landmarks like Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse Memorial, perfect to pair with a golf trip.

Local micro-breweries and distilleries in Rapid City offer tastings and tours for a relaxed evening activity.

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