Furnace Creek Golf Course
Death Valley, California
The middle of a desert wasteland isn't exactly the first place we'd think to head for 18 holes, but Furnace Creek Golf Course isn't your average course, either. Surrounded by Death Valley National Park, the 18-hole, par-70 course sits at 214 feet below sea level, making it the lowest course in the world by elevation. Add in the oppressive heat, and you've got one hell of a challenge. Yet despite the surroundings, the course still has water on nine holes, as well as subtle mounding that was added in 1997 by Perry Dye, who also re-contoured the greens. Have fun and enjoy the views — just don't forget to hydrate.
Photos: Bryan Hughes, PSHiker
