Buffalo Ridge Springs Course

The prairie winds that whip across this Ozark foothills layout test every club in your bag, turning what appears to be a straightforward par-72 into a strategic puzzle that rewards course management over raw power. Tom Fazio's routing takes full advantage of the rolling Missouri terrain, with elevated tees offering panoramic views before plunging into valleys where accuracy trumps distance. The spring-fed water hazards aren't mere decoration—they're perfectly positioned to catch wayward approach shots on at least six holes, making this public gem a legitimate challenge that improves with each replay.