Georgia is the top destination for golf enthusiasts. But if you can't get onto August National or any number of the other exclusive private courses, there are still plenty of public and resort courses to play a round on. Whether you are renting or packing your golf clubs, here are our top destinations for golfing in Georgia.
Mountain View Golf Course at Callaway Gardens
A 12-time host to the PGA Tour's Buick Challenge, this course will test you. It's located within driving distance of Atlanta and set in the foothills of the Appalachians. Designed by Dick Wilson, you will find tight fairways lined by towering pine trees. Be sure to check out all their different golf packages to find the right one for you.
17800 US Hwy 27
Pine Mountain, Georgia 31822
(844) 234-0798
Green Fees: Contact for more information
Oleander Course at Jekyll Island Golf Club
Each of the three courses are considered a masterpiece, attracting acclaimed designers and players from around the world, so you can't go wrong with any of them. Here you will play through pristine lakes, marshes and forests that provide the bulk of obstructions and hazards. The Oleander course is thought of as the most difficult at Jekyll Island and also holds the honor of the oldest island link. The distinct, tightly designed course by Dick Wilson features ocean breezes and short grasses that will challenge golfers of all skill levels. You might even spot an alligator during your round!
322 Captain Wylly Road
Jekyll Island, Georgia 31527
(912) 635-2368
Green Fees: $15 - $59
Located in the Georgia mountains in Richard B. Russell State Park, this Bob Walker championship design allows you to play a round in the peace and tranquility of nature. Ten of the holes skirt the shoreline of the lake and along with the elevation changes, you'll find plenty of challenges along with gorgeous, scenic views.
2790 Olympic Rowing Drive
Elberton, GA 30635
(706) 283-6000
Green Fees: $24 - $39
This Tom Fazio re-design is an ocean-side links course that incorporates a beautiful natural setting plus a challenging and fun course. Manicured fairways and greens are lined with native grasses, wildflowers, dunes and bunkers. The changing ocean breezes make the course play differently each day.
100 Retreat Avenue,
St. Simons Island, GA 31522
(855) 572-4975
Green Fees: Contact for more information
Chancellor's Course at The Georgia Club
A short drive from Atlanta and minutes from Athens you'll find generous fairways and hardwood trees that create the Chancellor's Course. Don't be fooled by the meticulously manicured beauty--the course isn't as easy to play as it appears. Challenges abound if you dare.
1050 Chancellors Drive
Statham, GA 30666
(770) 725-8100, (866) 725-8100
Green Fees: $59 - $79
