A Mass. golf course just ranked the worst in America

MyGolfSpy has ranked the Leo J. Martin Golf Course in Weston as the worst golf course in the United States, reflecting a dismal Google rating of 2. 7. Alongside it, Norwood Country Club and Ponkapoag Golf Course also appeared in the top five worst courses. The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), which manages both Leo J.

Martin and Ponkapoag, expressed its commitment to improving the facilities. A new director of golf course maintenance has been hired to address the issues, and a consultant is working on a new irrigation system for Leo J. Martin, with construction set for spring 2026. Reviewer comments criticized the course's condition, with one remarking, "I’d rather stare at a wall for 4 hours. " DCR has implemented a new maintenance plan for the greens, which includes core aeration and deep tine aeration, among other tasks.

The pricing for playing at these public courses remains reasonable, with fees of $27 for 18 holes on weekdays and $30 on weekends. This situation highlights the need for substantial investment in public golf facilities in Massachusetts.