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Photo: Gary Kellner
Sutton Bay Golf Course: Championship Course
Sutton Bay Golf Course: Championship Course
28950 Sutton Bay Trl
Agar, SD 57520-5104
United States
Overview
Like Bandon Dunes and Sand Hills before it, Sutton Bay is a continuation in the modern trend of great golf courses being built in remote locations. Situated 40 miles northwest of Pierre, S.D., Sutton Bay was created by South Dakota native Mark Amundson, who wanted to create a retreat with golf, hunting and fishing. He found his spot on a piece of land on Lake Oahe, perfect for all three. Amundson hired Graham Marsh, who wrote in the course’s yardage book, “The brief for the golf course was simple. The course should be playable yet challenging, keep earthworks to a minimum, and preserve the natural landscape.” Marsh certainly achieved his goal, the course feels placed within—not on top of the land, with unique landforms, sprawling bunker complexes and beautiful views, the course well earns the top spot in South Dakota.
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Awards
Ranking history:
Best in State: Top 5 in state since 2005, ranked 1st in state 2005-present.
2025-'26 ranking (and previous): 1st.
Panelists
Ratings from our panel of 1,900 course-ranking panelists
100 GREATEST/BEST IN STATE SCORES
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Reviews
Review
“Beautiful scenery and a challenging course."
Read More2022
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“A very tough golf course when the wind is blowing. Excellent scenery and wildlife."
Read More2021
