Best Southern Golf Courses
When one thinks of golf in the South, he conjures up the feeling of warm temperatures, the sight of rich red hibiscus and the texture of perfectly-cut Bermuda grass fairways. He thinks of Azaleas too, that little course in Augusta, Georgia and the transcendent memories that early April holds in the world of golf and Americana.
Dancing Rabbit Golf Club, a phenomenal 36-hole must play facility in Choctaw, Mississippi, taps into this southern sentimentality perfectly with two Tom Fazio tracks laid out over 700 pristine acres of woodlands. The first course, aptly named Azaleas, has been consistently called the “Augusta You Can Play”, and on some holes, it feels as though you’ve been transported to Amen Corner. The second course on this amazing property, The Oaks, is delicately carved through tremendous trees, and it features some of the most memorable risk-reward doglegs that you’ll ever play.
Sticking with the Tom Fazio design team, Wild Dunes Resort, just outside of charming Charleston, South Carolina, is yet another remarkable 36-hole facility in the South. Frequently named “Best in State” in a great state for golf, the must play courses at Wild Dunes Resort feature perfectly placed salt marshes, rustling palms and amazing views of the Atlantic Ocean. Plus, several sets of tees give both tracks the perfect amount of challenge and enjoyment for players of all abilities.
Kiva Dunes Golf Course in Gulf Shores, Alabama maintains the coastal must play track trend with a real gem. Often considered Jerry Pate’s best design, Kiva Dunes got even better in 2015 when they installed new Tif-eagle greens and resurfaced every white sand bunker on the course. The finished product is amazing, and golfers are showing up in droves to play one of the best in the Southeast.
Heading up the road to Atlanta, Georgia, Bear’s Best is a truly unique Jack Nicklaus course that sets up as a collection of his favorite golf holes from around the world. So, in one short cart ride, golfers can head to Scotland to play the 3rd hole at Gleneagles and then to California to play the 10th at Sherwood Country Club. Heck, at Bear’s Best, you can play a few holes in Michigan, Ohio and North Carolina too!
Speaking of North Carolina, your next trip to Asheville, North Carolina should assuredly include hard plans to play the Donald Ross designed Omni Grove Park Inn. Set against the jaw-dropping backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this amazing course was built in 1926 and it has played host to golf legends like Bobby Jones, Ben Hogan and Jack Nicklaus. Omni Grove Park Inn has played host to some pretty legendary matches between golf buddies too!
Last, but certainly not least, TPC Louisiana is a fantastic place to "Let the Good Putts Roll". Located just a few miles from Bourbon Street, this tranquil outpost features a classic Pete Dye layout and up to 7,400 yards of fun. And as the home of the Zurich Classic, TPC Louisiana prides itself on being a golf course that’s manageable enough for average joes- yet challenging enough for PGA TOUR pros!
Dancing Rabbit Golf Club, a phenomenal 36-hole must play facility in Choctaw, Mississippi, taps into this southern sentimentality perfectly with two Tom Fazio tracks laid out over 700 pristine acres of woodlands. The first course, aptly named Azaleas, has been consistently called the “Augusta You Can Play”, and on some holes, it feels as though you’ve been transported to Amen Corner. The second course on this amazing property, The Oaks, is delicately carved through tremendous trees, and it features some of the most memorable risk-reward doglegs that you’ll ever play.
Sticking with the Tom Fazio design team, Wild Dunes Resort, just outside of charming Charleston, South Carolina, is yet another remarkable 36-hole facility in the South. Frequently named “Best in State” in a great state for golf, the must play courses at Wild Dunes Resort feature perfectly placed salt marshes, rustling palms and amazing views of the Atlantic Ocean. Plus, several sets of tees give both tracks the perfect amount of challenge and enjoyment for players of all abilities.
Kiva Dunes Golf Course in Gulf Shores, Alabama maintains the coastal must play track trend with a real gem. Often considered Jerry Pate’s best design, Kiva Dunes got even better in 2015 when they installed new Tif-eagle greens and resurfaced every white sand bunker on the course. The finished product is amazing, and golfers are showing up in droves to play one of the best in the Southeast.
Heading up the road to Atlanta, Georgia, Bear’s Best is a truly unique Jack Nicklaus course that sets up as a collection of his favorite golf holes from around the world. So, in one short cart ride, golfers can head to Scotland to play the 3rd hole at Gleneagles and then to California to play the 10th at Sherwood Country Club. Heck, at Bear’s Best, you can play a few holes in Michigan, Ohio and North Carolina too!
Speaking of North Carolina, your next trip to Asheville, North Carolina should assuredly include hard plans to play the Donald Ross designed Omni Grove Park Inn. Set against the jaw-dropping backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this amazing course was built in 1926 and it has played host to golf legends like Bobby Jones, Ben Hogan and Jack Nicklaus. Omni Grove Park Inn has played host to some pretty legendary matches between golf buddies too!
Last, but certainly not least, TPC Louisiana is a fantastic place to "Let the Good Putts Roll". Located just a few miles from Bourbon Street, this tranquil outpost features a classic Pete Dye layout and up to 7,400 yards of fun. And as the home of the Zurich Classic, TPC Louisiana prides itself on being a golf course that’s manageable enough for average joes- yet challenging enough for PGA TOUR pros!