Reynolds National Golf Club

The center course of Reynolds Plantation, Reynolds National Golf Club is one great course to spend a week of golf vacation in. Also known as “The National”, this is Tom Fazio’s third masterpiece for Reynolds Plantation. The course is sandy, with 115 bunkers. According to Assistant Professional Ryan Frisch, the key ingredient for this course is shot-making. The golf balls do not hit the front and roll onto the green; they embed into the side of the hill and stay within inches of where they landed. To fully enjoy every game, golfers must able to control their forces on each strike.

As expected from a Fazio creation, the bunkers are not just oval, but consist of tentacles in every direction. This style is worthy of being considered as a product of modern art. Reynolds National Golf Club features breathtaking views and extraordinary elevations. The 27 holes skirt the shores of Lake Oconee. In 2006 and 2007, the intense forests of hardwoods, flowering wild dogwoods, and pleasant-looking pines helped the club garner many prestigious awards that include “America’s Best Resort Courses” by GolfWeek Magazine and “100 Must Play Courses of Georgia” by Golfstyles Magazine. This is the reason why The National is a place worth spending a golf vacation or two in.

“It’s no surprise that The National turned out as well as it did because the Reynolds folks have the patience and commitment to do things right,” Fazio said. The recognitions and awards that Reynolds National Golf Club has received only make up a small part of the reasons why guests should have a golf trip to this place. And it takes an actual trip to be convinced.

Reynolds Landing Golf Course

Reynolds Landing Golf Course is the hidden treasure of Lake Oconee. The genius Bob Cupp unveiled his great talent during the development of this course – from the masterful green settings to the challenging shot played along the beautiful Lake Oconee. Bob Mauragas, the Vice President of Golf Operations, was one of the great names who witnessed the greatness of the place. This only proves that a golf trip to this place will definitely bring extreme excitement to each guest.

Reynolds Landing Golf Course is an 18-hole regulation length golf course that features 6,926 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. The course is somewhat considered as highly difficult. But low scores are still possible for experienced players. It opened in 1986 and features four sets of tees for different skill levels. The layout meanders through tracts of naturally wooded areas and undulating hills that make the course fun for all levels of golfers. A golf vacation at this course must not be only experienced by the golfer himself or just his family and friends, but also by the whole world.

Reynolds Landing Golf Course was ranked second best courses in Georgia. It is indeed long and seems tough. But on the surface, it doesn’t look that difficult. The fairways are wide and the greens are sloped but not so undulating. What make this course more formidable are its subtle changes, uneven lies, elevation changes and a couple of hidden water hazards. A golf trip to Georgia without being here is like watching a box-office movie and missing its climax.

Cuscowilla Golf Club

Most golf clubs find it hard to achieve playability with the low marker’s interest round and round throughout the years. Cuscowilla Golf Clubis a rare modern example of achieving this balance. Across the lake from the well-known Reynolds Plantation, this place has won different types of recognition from almost all of the major golf publications since its opening in 1997. Every golf trip to this club offers picturesque scenes as well as challenging rounds of golf.

From each of the club’s tee, there is a choice to be made – either to play safe or take a more aggressive angle to the hole. Bunkered heavily down the left and backed by deep native grasses, the challenge of Cuscowilla Golf Club begins at the 6th hole because it requires precision off the tee. The 9th hole is monstrously long while the 10th hole is a wonderful example of well-designed cape hole with the tee perpendicular to fairway. The remaining holes vary differently from one another that also require wise decision on how they will be played. The varying difficulties and styles of every hole is what golf enthusiasts look for in a golf trip. This club sure grants the kind of game that is desired by avid golfers.

Featuring 6,847 yards of golf from the longest tees, Cuscowilla Golf Club is an 18-hole, par-70 golf course that has a rating of 72. 2 and has a slope rating of 132 on Bermuda grass. Designed by Ben Crenshaw and Bill Coore, every golf vacation spent at this place certainly gives what golfers want – either a golf round that’s as easy as a, b, c; or a game that requires a player’s full game face on.

Osprey Cove Golf Club

When Golf Digest labeled this a “Must Play Within 100 miles”, there was much buzz about this course and the question arose as to whether this course is actually worth the extra miles. After all, Jekyll Island has quite a lot of courses to offer. Sometime in the distant past, Osprey Cove Golf Club has once carried the honor and burden of being the best course in southern Georgia but the change in management has caused its ranking to go down a few notches and almost was fatal to the course. But it has survived, and continues to thrive and a golf trip hereabouts will prove that it is slowly making its way back up.

The design of Osprey Cove Golf Club displays a balance of outland and inland holes together with two separate nines that show alluring views of the open intercoastal marsh early on before turning toward the landlocked part of the place. The practice range was completely overhauled that now includes a new putting and chipping green. Taking a golf trip to this course integrates the traditional elements of strategy, balance, variety, and surprise. Its aesthetic beauty is hard to miss. It gives the guests the urge to play on this course forever.

With the support of several golf organizations to restore the course’s name, Osprey Cove Golf Club makes it difficult for the visitors to leave unimpressed. The club was updated and a new River Club was developed. Revisiting this club’s new golf vacation amenities will indisputably surprise the visitors especially the old golfers.

Jekyll Island Golf – Pine Lakes Course

What’s best in Jekyll Island Golf-Pine Lakes Course is the absence of any homes or development that gives a unique golf vacation experience for today’s golfers. The course brings about the best of nature – both in the game and in its surroundings. Just like the Indian Mound course, this course is also on the open side off the tee and water is not a big factor on either with the exception of a handful of holes.

 Jekyll Island Golf-Pine Lakes Course is an 18-hole course that features 6,802 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 72. It has a course rating of 71.9 and a slope rating of 130 on Bermuda grass. It has several holes with overhanging trees that require precision to avoid them off the tee and create the apparently generous landing areas less inviting. This course’s name is not a thoroughly apt one. The tree lines are not a big concern while playing and the water is even less factor. A golf trip to Pine Lakes Course creates a fun yet demanding golf mood that brings unforgettable experience to the golfers.

Both the Jekyll Island Golf-Pine Lakes Course and Indian Mound Course share several attributes because of their side-by-side setting. But the Pine Lakes Course is a little more modern in terms of bunkering. This course was renovated in 2002 creating a premier course of the Island. And since then, it has been making unforgettable memories out of every golf trip spent in this course.

Jekyll Island Golf – Oleander Course

Since 1964, Jekyll Island Golf-Oleander Course has been the favorite golf vacation destination in Jekyll Island due to its unique offer of golf. Aside from golf, the course also treats its guests to a gastronomic delight with its restaurants.

Jekyll Island Golf-Oleander Course is an 18-hole, par-72 golf course that features 6,679 yards of golf from the longest tees. At first, the course may look just like a typical golf course. The mood changes just as soon as the round begins: THIS IS ONE TOUGH COURSE TO DEAL WITH, NO DOUBT. Though difficult, the course offers practice facilities with professional instructors so less-experienced players may be able to improve their golfing and course management skills. Golf architect Dick Wilson designed this course on what was once the 34th oldest official golf course in the United States. The Oleander Course challenges the golfers with several doglegs, par 4’s and 5’s, and is situated just 300 yards from the ocean. A golf vacation at this course is like having an intense golf training coupled with the best amenities fit for royalties on tour.

Jekyll Island Golf-Oleander Course has a rating of 71.8 and a slope rating of 128 on Bermuda grass. The trade winds will greatly affect every round of the game. One good advice is golfers must be able to adjust their forces in swinging their clubs. Oleander Course is a full-packed place where guests can appreciate the fun and enjoyment of a golf trip.

Jekyll Island Golf – Indian Mound Course

Forget the tall buildings, traffic, crowds, and neon signs; and have a golf vacation at Jekyll Island Golf-Indian Mound Course. Get rid of all these urban nuisances through the course’s pristine lakes, marshes, live oaks and swaying pines. Designer Joe Lee got the course’s name after the huge oyster shell middens deposited by aboriginal tribes centuries ago prior to the settlement of the Europeans. The Indian Mound Course is a very interesting place to spend the vacation in because of its rich history.

Lee opened this course in 1970 and made few improvements on some of its features in 1975 to make it more challenging due to the golfers’ demands. One of the most notable components of the renovation project was the addition of his signature bunkers. Jekyll Island Golf-Indian Mound Course features 6,596 yards of golf from the longest tees. This par-72 course has a rating of 71.3 and a slope rating of 127 on Bermuda grass. The course assures the visitors that their golf vacations here will not be wasted because of its picturesque environment and the extreme golf spirit that it offers.

Jekyll Island Golf-Indian Mound Course is devoid of commercial and residential structures. This gives the golfers room to enjoy the wonderful flora and fauna abundantly inhabiting the outskirts of the golf course. The course is the official host of the annual US Kids Golf Jekyll Island Cup. This is proof enough that golf trips hereabouts are not only made for adults, but for the kids as well. It has nothing but pure golfing goodness.

Windermere Golf Club

Nestled among Muskoka’s beautiful towering tall pines and splendid granite outcroppings, Windermere Golf Club boasts of its intelligently designed setting. Many visitors are attracted to the club’s positive ambiance. For a golf trip, it is almost imperative to experience the club’s features and amenities. There’s a reason why this place has always been on the top list of suggested golf spots in Georgia..

 Windermere Golf Club is a par-71 course set on the picturesque banks of North Saskatchewan River at the Southwest edge of Edmonton. The 18-hole course offers tranquil and natural environment that greets visitors at this modern course, retaining its maturity with a setting of three-lined fairways. The five sets of tees create the course lengths from 5,256 to 6,736 yards that can accommodate any type of golfer. Water comes into play on seven holes. With 63 strategically positioned bunkers, the course provides demanding rounds. It has a course rating of 73.6 and a slope rating of 140 on Bermuda grass. Whenever a golfer decides to have a golf vacation at Georgia, this golf club must always be his first choice.

 Taking a golf trip to Windermere Golf Club is not only made of pure golf. Other fun activities for the family like swimming, tennis, and social events are also offered. Kids and adults alike may enjoy splashing around the pool while couples may enjoy playing tennis at their world class amenities. This club is an ideal vacation spot not only during Holidays, but all year round.

Whitewater Creek Golf Course

Whitewater Creek Golf Course offers a great golf experience for friends and families. With sparkling, crystal-clear waters that surround the course, a golf vacation here is sure to be a most perfect delight to the senses. This public course is located in the heart of Fayetteville, Georgia. Dubbed as one of the city’s most favorite retreat spots, the championship course offers different tee sets – three sets for men and one set for women – to make the place very playable.

 Whitewater Creek Golf Course is an 18-hole, par 72 course that features 6,739 yards of golf from the longest tees. Course designer Arnold Palmer showcased his artistic style in developing the course using his modern taste. Palmer’s is a masterful way of merging the natural setting and his art. The level of difficulty of the course varies from one hole to another. Therefore, players must be able to adapt quickly after each hole. It takes a lot of patience to deal with the 8th hole, but a few holes more and the 13th hole is a perfect redemption. A golf trip to this course requires more than just management skills – the ability to adapt to uniquely patterned holes is a must.

 Whitewater Creek Golf Course is a private golf course but imposes an “Open to Public” policy. Managed by Canongate, this course is properly maintained under the care of general manager Joe Rusello. It’s not just the majestic white creek. It’s the golf. It’s the service. It’s everything about this golf course that makes one decide it’s the best place to be for a golf trip.

White Oak Golf Club

One of Atlanta’s finest jewels, White Oak Golf Club is the best place for avid golfers because of the unmatched golf sensation it provides. This is one of Canongate’s pioneer clubs. As one of the original clubs, White Oak is a place where visitors must not miss even a single glance of the club. This club has been the site of the Yamaha Georgia Women’s Open for 10 years. It gives a the kind of golf vacation that no one would be sorry for taking – avid golfer or not.

 Designed by the prolific Joe Lee, along with Rocky Roquemore, this old course is very concrete, fair, and seemingly flawless. It opened in 1986 as an 18-hole championship course. Additional nines were added between 1987 and 1990 to bring the course to a total 36-hole facility that members and guests enjoy today. The course’s 9th hole is closer to the clubhouse than the 18th that’s why the nines are reversed during tournament plays. The other holes are as tough as what other golfers say and offer different levels of difficulties. When having a golf trip to White Oak Golf Club, guests will realize why this club is a local favorite.

 Both Lee and Roquemore protect the pin positions on the expansive and undulating greens with the well-placed sand traps. An all-around quality layout produces a score that exactly reflects how well or poorly the golfers played. White Oak Golf Club has also practice facilities so beginners should not worry because they can learn how to get along with this one tough course. A golf trip to this golf club requires skills. This club is best for golfers who seek high-level of golf challenge.