Golf is among one of the most popular pastimes for outdoor enthusiasts in the Valley.

Situated southwards of Northumberland, to the east of Cumbria and to the north of Yorkshire, Durham has roughly thirty golf clubs to choose from. Temperature in Durham is very pleasing allowing for outdoor activities like golf almost year round. One can easily find beautifully maintained, affordable golf in the Durham area. All of the golf courses offer a range of food and beverages, most courses have driving ranges.

Some of the famous Durham, North Carolina Golf Courses are listed below:-

• Hillandale Golf Course - The 18-hole "Hillandale" course at the Hillandale Golf Course facility in Durham, North Carolina features 6,445 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 71. 

• Croasdaile Golf Course: - The 18-hole "Croasdaile" course at the Croasdaile Country Club facility in Durham, North Carolina features 6,797 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. 

• Lakeshore Golf Course - The 18-hole "Lakeshore" course at the Lakeshore Golf Course facility in Durham, North Carolina features 5,839 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 71.

• Brier Creek Golf Course - The 18-hole "Brier Creek" course at the Brier Creek Country Club facility in Raleigh, North Carolina features 6,945 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. 

• Wildwood Green Golf Course -  The 18-hole "Wildwood Green" course at the Wildwood Green Golf Club facility in Raleigh, North Carolina features 6,500 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 70.