Alaska

Alaska’s 19 golf courses offer something no other state can match: the chance to play 18 holes in full daylight past midnight. Near the summer solstice in late June, Anchorage and Fairbanks receive nearly 22 hours of daylight, and golf courses schedule tee times through midnight. The Midnight Sun Golf Classic at Fairbanks Golf and Country Club, played on the longest day of the year, is one of America’s most unusual golf traditions — late-night rounds under a sun that won’t fully set are a genuine and memorable Alaskan experience.

Alaska golf is not about course architecture rankings. It is about the setting: moose on the fairways, views of snow-capped peaks, rivers visible from the greens, and the extraordinary light of a subarctic summer. The season runs from mid-May through September, and Alaskan golfers embrace every hour of it. Green fees are among the most affordable in the United States — the small market and public/municipal nature of most courses means rounds often cost $20–$45, cart included.

Alaska Golf by Region

Anchorage

Anchorage has the state’s largest golf market with several 18-hole courses serving Alaska’s largest city. Moose Run Golf Course — operated by the US Army on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson — is open to the public and runs two 18-hole courses (Creek Course and Hill Course) set against the Chugach Mountains backdrop. The Anchorage Golf Course (municipal) provides the city’s main public access with views of Cook Inlet and the Alaskan Range. Eagleglen Golf Course (also on JBER, military facility) has hosted PGA Tour qualifying rounds. Golf in Anchorage runs May through October; late evenings in June are ideal for the midnight sun experience without the polar midnight conditions of Fairbanks.

Fairbanks

Fairbanks Golf and Country Club is Alaska’s most famous course for one reason: the Midnight Sun Golf Classic, played every year near the June solstice. The tradition involves playing 9 or 18 holes starting at midnight under the sun that won’t set — the sky goes golden but never dark. It is a bucket-list event for golf travelers seeking something genuinely unusual. The course itself is modest — 9 holes, challenging subarctic conditions — but the event transforms it into a special experience. Fairbanks in summer provides the most extreme midnight sun experience in accessible Alaska.

Juneau / Southeast

Juneau has Mendenhall Golf Course — a 9-hole public layout in one of Alaska’s most spectacular settings, with Mendenhall Glacier visible from parts of the course. Southeast Alaska receives significantly more rain than Anchorage or Fairbanks, making course conditions unpredictable, but the scenery compensates. Golf in Southeast Alaska is more of an “only in Alaska” experience than a carefully curated golf trip, and locals embrace the improvisational nature of subarctic fairways.

Top Courses in Alaska

• Moose Run Golf Course — Hill Course (Anchorage) — US Army-operated public layout with Chugach Mountain views; Alaska’s highest-rated 18-hole course. Green fees ~$25–$45.
• Moose Run Golf Course — Creek Course (Anchorage) — Flatter companion layout to the Hill Course; excellent conditions and great value. Green fees ~$25–$45.
• Anchorage Golf Course (Anchorage) — Municipal 18-hole course with Cook Inlet views; central public access for Anchorage residents and visitors. Green fees ~$20–$40.
• Fairbanks Golf & Country Club (Fairbanks) — Home of the Midnight Sun Golf Classic; 9 holes; the most famous Alaskan golf tradition. Green fees ~$20–$35.
• Mendenhall Golf Course (Juneau) — 9-hole public layout near Mendenhall Glacier; Alaska’s most glacier-adjacent golf experience. Green fees ~$15–$25.

When to Play Golf in Alaska

Alaska golf runs from mid-May through September. The absolute peak for the midnight sun experience is the last two weeks of June around the summer solstice, when Anchorage gets 19–20 hours of daylight and Fairbanks approaches 22 hours. July and August have excellent daytime golf with temperatures typically 65–75°F in Anchorage — among the most comfortable golf weather in the United States. Spring and fall bring rapidly changing conditions. First frost comes as early as mid-September in Fairbanks and late September in Anchorage.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many golf courses are in Alaska?

Alaska has 19 golf courses in our database — the fewest of any US state. The market is small and dominated by public and military-affiliated courses serving local residents rather than golf tourism. Most courses are 9-hole layouts; Moose Run and Anchorage Golf Course are the main 18-hole public options.

What is the best golf course in Alaska?

Moose Run Golf Course (Hill Course) on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage is Alaska’s highest-rated layout, open to the public. For the most memorable Alaskan golf experience, Fairbanks Golf & Country Club during the Midnight Sun Golf Classic in late June is unmatched as an experience.

When is the best time to golf in Alaska?

Late June through August. For the midnight sun experience specifically, the week around June 21 (summer solstice) at Fairbanks is the bucket-list window. July and August offer the most reliable daytime weather across the state.

How much does golf cost in Alaska?

Alaska is among the most affordable US markets for golf. Public and municipal courses run $15–$45 for 18 holes. Most courses include carts at minimal additional cost. The small market and public-service mission of most facilities keep prices well below the continental US average for comparable course quality.

All Golf Courses in Alaska

Browse all 19 Alaska golf courses in our database below, including green fees, location, and course details.