
In the heart of the Midwest, you’ll find the crown jewel of country living, Topeka, KS. This friendly city is the capital of Kansas and has a rich history that has laid the groundwork for the thriving town it is today. There’s plenty to do in Topeka, particularly if you enjoy getting outside. With ample parks and trails to hike through, tranquil lakes to kayak in, and lush golf courses to play on, it’s no wonder Topeka makes a great place to live and visit.
Lake Shawnee Golf Course
This par-70 course is a fun and affordable way to hit the links with friends and family. It’s not a long course, which makes it attractive to short hitters or those without much experience under their belt. You’ll forget about the distance when you drink in the spectacular scenery while listening to the singing birds and wildlife that make the course their home. The course has great management that keeps it well-maintained throughout the season.
Western Hills Golf Course
Western Hills is a great course that will offer a challenge to anyone. The white sand bunkers are a nice touch, making you feel like you’re at Pebble Beach rather than middle America. The fairways can be a little narrow at times but overall, they play fair. The tee boxes are beautiful, and you can tell that the grounds staff has a lot of pride in what they do. Try to stay out of the water on this course and kick back for a relaxing round in nature.
GreatLife North
This course has seen a major overhaul in recent years and has gone from somewhat forgettable to must-play status. The friendly and professional staff aims to ensure you have an enjoyable day on the links. Challenging but fair, GreatLife is a great place to go and work on any part of your game. The prices are hard to beat for the experience that you’ll enjoy. Whether you join a league, enter a tournament, or just play for fun, there’s plenty of fairways to be tackled at GreatLife.
Forbes Golf Course
Forbes has continued to improve over the years and now has a decent following in Topeka that sings its praises. The county has taken over the maintenance and has done a good job making sure the course is in tip-top shape. It’s a family-friendly course with attractive rates and great facilities to work on your short game before teeing off. The greens are a little soft and slow, but amateur players won’t have a problem with that.
Cypress Ridge Golf Course
A great course with a great price, Cypress plays true and is a fun round for all different skill levels. A round at Cypress Ridge comes with a free bucket of balls so be sure to take advantage of that and arrive a little early. It’s a fairly straight track which is nice for beginners, but still has a few challenging doglegs and some water hazards to keep you honest.
While you might not have a Cadillac on the golf course, you can be sure to have one on the road. Head down to Cable Dahmer Cadillac Topeka after your round and peruse our great selection of new and used vehicles.

