GOLF.com: USGA Locks In U.S. Open Host Courses Through 2051
The USGA has confirmed U.S. Open host venues through 2051, cementing a rotation of iconic American golf courses that will carry the championship's legacy for the next quarter-century.
The Confirmed Rotation
Pebble Beach Golf Links leads the schedule with four confirmed appearances (2027, 2032, 2037, 2044), reinforcing its status as the tournament's most recognizable stage. Pinehurst No. 2 follows with slots in 2029, 2035, 2041, and 2047, while Oakmont Country Club — already the most frequent U.S. Open host in history — extends that record with dates in 2033, 2042, and 2049.
Milestones to Watch
2030 at Merion carries special historical weight: it marks the 100th anniversary of Bobby Jones completing the Grand Slam, having won the 1930 U.S. Amateur at the same venue. Merion also returns in 2040 and 2050.
Riviera Country Club makes its U.S. Open debut as a host in 2031 — a notable addition to the rotation after years of hosting events across USGA and PGA Tour schedules.
Inverness Club (2045) and Oakland Hills (2034, 2051) round out a roster that blends proven championship venues with courses returning after significant restorations or lengthy absences.
Three years — 2043, 2046, and 2048 — remain unannounced as the USGA continues evaluating future candidates.
Strokeslab Perspective
From a Strokes Gained standpoint, this schedule is a data analyst's dream: Oakmont and Winged Foot consistently produce the widest dispersion in SG: Approach among all major venues, making them ideal benchmarks for studying elite ball-striking under pressure. We'll be tracking course-specific SG trends closely as each venue approaches.
This long-range schedule underscores the USGA's philosophy of pairing extreme difficulty with historical gravitas — and from a Strokes Gained perspective, venues like Oakmont and Winged Foot consistently reveal the largest skill gaps between elite approach players.