Short answer: The best Bentonville golf courses for a group trip are not in downtown Bentonville. They are the Bella Vista courses just north of town, Big Sugar Golf Club in Pea Ridge, and StoneBridge Meadows in Fayetteville. Base your group in Bella Vista or Bentonville, play two or three of those, and save Bentonville for dinner.
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Which golf courses near Bentonville are worth a group trip?
Here is how the main public and semi-private options compare for a group. Holes, yardage and course details come from each course or the Bella Vista POA; drive times are rough and depend on where you stay.
| Course | Where | Holes | Best use on a group trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highlands (Bella Vista) | Bella Vista, north of Bentonville | 18 | The big round: over 7,000 yards, links-style, elevation changes |
| Country Club (Bella Vista) | Bella Vista | 18 | Classic tree-lined layout, five sets of tees for mixed handicaps |
| Scotsdale (Bella Vista) | Bella Vista | 18 | Renovated Scottish links-style course with Champion Bermuda greens |
| Kingswood / Dogwood Hills | Bella Vista | 18 each | Easier, flatter rounds for higher handicaps |
| Big Sugar Golf Club | Pea Ridge | 18 | Scenic par 72, 7,201 yards, bentgrass greens, zoysia fairways |
| StoneBridge Meadows | Fayetteville | 18 | The toughest test: par 72, 7,150 yards, slope 144 from the tips |
| Brittany / Berksdale | Bella Vista | 9 each | Arrival-day or getaway-day 9 |
| Links at Rainbow Curve | Bentonville | 9 | Quick in-town 9, par 35, about 2,200 to 2,900 yards |
Our Northwest Arkansas golf courses guide has more on each layout.
What does it cost to play the Bella Vista courses?
The Bella Vista courses are run by the Bella Vista Property Owners Association, and visitors pay the guest and non-member rate. The POA's 2026 fee schedule lists:
- 18 holes: $70, cart seat included
- 9 holes: $45
- After 2 pm (up to 18): $45; after 5 pm, $37
- Brittany (9-hole executive): $30 plus a $5 cart fee
- Club rental: $30 per round
Source: Bella Vista POA fee schedule; these green fees are listed as valid March 1 to October 31, 2026. Rates change, so check current rates before you book. Big Sugar and StoneBridge Meadows set their own rates, so check those courses directly.
How should a group split rounds between Bella Vista, Pea Ridge and Fayetteville?
A simple rule: one "big" round, one scenic round, one easier round. That keeps the 20-handicaps and the scratch players both happy. Two shapes that work well:
- 2 nights, 3 rounds, all near Bentonville: Friday afternoon at Country Club, Saturday at Highlands, Sunday morning at Big Sugar before the drive home.
- 3 nights, 4 rounds, a wider loop: add StoneBridge Meadows in Fayetteville on day two and finish with Scotsdale or Kingswood.
Book the hardest course on your freshest day, and put the easiest round last when everyone is tired. For a deeper look at Big Sugar, see our Big Sugar Golf Club page, and for Fayetteville, our StoneBridge Meadows page.
Are there golf courses inside Bentonville itself?
Yes, but they are small. The Links at Rainbow Curve is a 9-hole, par-35 course at an apartment community, playing about 2,187 to 2,880 yards depending on the tees, with the public filling most tee times. The Links at Bentonville Golf & Athletic Club is also listed as public. Both are fine for a quick evening 9 if your group is staying downtown, but they are not where you build a trip.
The private clubs in neighboring Rogers (Pinnacle Country Club, Lost Springs and Shadow Valley) need a member to get you on, so most visiting groups skip them.
Where should a golf group stay near Bentonville?
Two good options, depending on your group:
- Bella Vista rental home: closest to the most courses, room for 8 to 16 golfers under one roof, and an easy drive into Bentonville for dinner.
- Downtown Bentonville: walkable to the square, restaurants and Crystal Bridges, with a short drive to the courses each morning.
Most groups we plan for stay in Bella Vista and add a private driver for the Saturday night dinner downtown so nobody has to drive back. Our Bentonville golf trip planner covers the town side of the trip. Driving in from Texas? See golf trips from Dallas.
What do Ozark Golf Getaways packages include?
We book the tee times, lodging and dinners as one plan. Starting prices are per golfer for larger groups (smaller groups pay more), plus applicable taxes:
| Package | Trip | From |
|---|---|---|
| Ozark Weekender | 2 nights, 3 rounds | $449/golfer (12+); $479 for 8–11 |
| Ozark Getaway | 3 nights, 4 rounds across NWA courses | $699/golfer |
| Bella Vista Stay & Play | 3 nights, 4 rounds in Bella Vista | $749/golfer |
Optional add-ons for Arkansas trips include a private driver, XNA airport transfers, a private chef dinner at the rental, a lesson with a local pro and a non-golf day. See how our stay and play golf packages work.
Questions
What are the best golf courses near Bentonville for a group?
For a group trip, most people build around the Bella Vista courses just north of Bentonville (Highlands, Country Club and Scotsdale are the usual picks), Big Sugar Golf Club in Pea Ridge, and StoneBridge Meadows in Fayetteville. Bentonville itself has smaller 9-hole layouts that work as a warm-up, not a trip anchor.
Can non-members play the Bella Vista golf courses?
Yes. The Bella Vista Property Owners Association publishes a guest and non-member rate. Its 2026 schedule lists $70 for 18 holes and $45 for 9 holes from March 1 to October 31, with a cart seat included. Check current rates and tee-time rules before you book.
Are there golf courses in Bentonville city limits?
Yes, but they are small. The Links at Rainbow Curve is a 9-hole, par-35 course of about 2,200 to 2,900 yards, and the Links at Bentonville Golf & Athletic Club is also listed as public. Most groups play their main rounds in Bella Vista, Pea Ridge or Fayetteville.
Which Bentonville-area golf courses are private?
Pinnacle Country Club, Lost Springs Golf & Athletic Club and Shadow Valley Country Club in Rogers are listed as private. Plan a group trip around the public and semi-private courses unless a member is hosting you.
How many rounds should a Bentonville golf trip include?
Three rounds over two nights is the most common shape for a group, and four rounds over three nights gives you a rest-day option. Our Ozark Weekender (2 nights, 3 rounds) starts at $449 per golfer for 12+ golfers, and the Ozark Getaway (3 nights, 4 rounds across NWA courses) starts at $699.
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