THE NATIONAL GOLF CLUB OF KANSAS CITY

The rolling prairie terrain north of Kansas City delivers one of Missouri's most underrated public tracks, where designer Tom Fazio carved dramatic elevation changes into what was once farmland. The par-3 17th plays downhill to a green protected by native grasses and strategically placed bunkers, epitomizing Fazio's ability to blend challenge with natural beauty. Smart routing takes full advantage of the property's natural contours, creating memorable approach shots that reward local knowledge over brute force.