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Nags Head Golf Links
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Nags Head Golf Club has a traditional Scottish-links layout that is right at home on the windswept terrain of the Outer Banks. Situated along the Roanoke Sound, the rugged coastline and rolling sand dunes perfectly mimic a classic links landscape. The golf course is a shot maker's layout that will test your skills but it is still player friendly enough to appeal to all skill levels. You'll need a sharp short game for sure, but you won't need much length on this rather short layout. Some form of water appears on nearly every hole, including some holes that play right along the Sound, and the undulating greens can be tough. It's a challenging-but-fun round that is worth playing for the scenery alone. Unsurprisingly, Nags Head Golf Club is one of the most popular golf courses in the OBX.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Championship | 71 | 6126 yards | 70.2 | 128 |
| Championship (W) | 71 | 6126 yards | 75.8 | 139 |
| Blue | 71 | 5717 yards | 68.2 | 123 |
| Blue (W) | 71 | 5717 yards | 73.9 | 133 |
| White | 71 | 5354 yards | 66.7 | 114 |
| White (W) | 71 | 5354 yards | 72.1 | 129 |
| Ladies | 71 | 4415 yards | 63.5 | 104 |
| Ladies (W) | 71 | 4415 yards | 66.3 | 112 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 69.9/132 W: 76.0/146 | 284 | 510 | 118 | 343 | 509 | 143 | 363 | 351 | 361 | 2982 | 167 | 341 | 424 | 506 | 310 | 219 | 337 | 162 | 571 | 3037 | 6019 |
| Blue M: 67.9/126 W: 74.0/139 | 257 | 491 | 103 | 325 | 482 | 132 | 347 | 333 | 344 | 2814 | 133 | 318 | 404 | 485 | 284 | 198 | 308 | 150 | 536 | 2816 | 5630 |
| White M: 66.7/117 W: 71.9/133 | 241 | 465 | 103 | 307 | 453 | 123 | 312 | 318 | 328 | 2650 | 125 | 295 | 391 | 458 | 262 | 178 | 277 | 130 | 506 | 2622 | 5272 |
| Gold M: 64.2/108 W: 68.9/122 | 246 | 414 | 110 | 312 | 401 | 115 | 292 | 292 | 277 | 2459 | 112 | 212 | 290 | 382 | 273 | 133 | 282 | 130 | 422 | 2236 | 4695 |
| Red M: 63.2/103 W: 67.0/115 | 208 | 404 | 102 | 253 | 399 | 114 | 280 | 285 | 273 | 2318 | 101 | 205 | 284 | 377 | 198 | 130 | 186 | 94 | 436 | 2011 | 4329 |
| Handicap | 13 | 3 | 17 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 9 | 5 | 16 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 12 | 10 | 14 | 18 | 4 | |||
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 71 |
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Golf Advisor: Top Courses in North Carolina (2017 #25)
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Photo submitted by jfernon on 12/05/2025
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Photo submitted by jfernon on 12/05/2025
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Photo submitted by jfernon on 12/05/2025
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Photo submitted by u000005572210 on 06/24/2025
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Photo submitted by BodineBrazy on 03/07/2025
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Photo submitted by Bronx2Bali on 04/25/2024
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Photo submitted by Metin123 on 11/18/2023
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Photo submitted by u000006822004 on 08/30/2023
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Hole 18's green Photo submitted by aromig27 on 07/07/2023
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Photo submitted by ghobb003 on 04/25/2023
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Beautiful Sunsets over the Sound Photo submitted by u314159368875 on 04/22/2023
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Photo submitted by peteyb on 04/22/2023
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Photo submitted by u296891970 on 04/17/2023
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Photo submitted by u314163610105 on 12/30/2022
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Several holes run along the sound, and make Nags Head a very picturesque course. Photo submitted by JohnL1848734 on 09/08/2022
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Photo submitted by Phillygolfguy13 on 07/27/2022
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Photo submitted by Phillygolfguy13 on 07/27/2022
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Photo submitted by Phillygolfguy13 on 07/27/2022
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Photo submitted by farmerm01 on 06/16/2022
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Photo submitted by douglagt on 04/16/2022
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Pamlico sound from the 9th. Photo submitted by u393584043 on 05/17/2021
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18th at Nags Head Golf Links Photo submitted by u393584043 on 05/17/2021
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Photo submitted by u000006618067 on 05/09/2021
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Photo submitted by Jngwelch on 04/20/2021
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Photo submitted by u3793907 on 04/07/2021
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Photo submitted by u3793907 on 04/07/2021
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15th hole, 183 yd, par 3 Photo submitted by u2671860 on 03/12/2021
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Just hit it and hope Photo submitted by TheBigWiff on 08/02/2020
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Photo submitted by jnkhan on 08/01/2020
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Photo submitted by u314160281001 on 06/23/2020
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Great course... Photo submitted by Robert1068488 on 02/20/2020
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Photo submitted by Tom6595575 on 09/10/2019
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The Rhode Island gang Photo submitted by u314159439194 on 07/24/2019
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Photo submitted by william6680010 on 09/09/2017
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Mark and Gabe 2017 Photo submitted by farmerm01 on 06/24/2017
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Photo submitted by bdhazelnut on 07/04/2014
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Photo submitted by bdhazelnut on 07/04/2014
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Photo submitted by u000006503721 on 05/15/2013
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Photo submitted by Brian2299147 on 05/04/2013
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Photo submitted by u000004965738 on 10/18/2012
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Photo submitted by u000004965738 on 10/18/2012
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Photo submitted by u000004965738 on 10/18/2012
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Photo submitted by u000004965738 on 10/18/2012
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Photo submitted by u000004965738 on 10/18/2012
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One of the holes on the back 9 looking at the sound. Photo submitted by Stephanjr on 09/30/2012
The course was in excellent condition considering that it is still early spring. The greens were quick and true and the rest of the course was in very good shape as well.
Very nice course
Very nice course. Unfortunately it was very windy the day we played so it was not as enjoyable as we would have liked. Beautiful view along the sound!
Excellent! We're thrilled that you enjoyed our course despite all the wind. We can't wait to have you back again soon for your next round at Nags Head!
Shot makers course
Very good course. Greens were perfect and fast. It was windy as I am sure it is most of the time. It is very short but you have to hit your spots or you are in trouble. Enjoyed the challenge.
Great! We're glad that you enjoyed our course and the challenge it presented. We look forward to having you back again soon for your next round!
Beautiful day on a nice course
A great spring day. Even with the grass coming out of dormancy, they had everything mowed nicely and fairway lies were nice and you could spin the ball into the greens. The greens were in fantastic shape and putted very well and very true. I was amazed at how a couple of holes that were damaged by hurricane Michael last fall have recovered. Kudos to the staff to get that mess cleaned up and make it like it never happened.
Awesome! We're pleased that you enjoyed our course conditions met your expectations and we appreciate your kind words about our staff. We hope to have you back again soon for your next round with us!
Early Spring
Not bad but fairway grass hasn't come up yet. Greens were nice though
Excellent! We're thrilled that you enjoyed your round with us and that our greens met your expectations. We can't wait to have you back again soon at Nags Head!
Nags Head
The staff was terrific! Great challenge for a short course. Beautiful scenery right on the water
Excellent! We're glad that you enjoyed our course and the challenge it presented. We're also pleased that our staff left a great impression on you. We look forward to having you back again soon for your next round with us!
First time
Enjoyed the layout . My 10 year old son had a blast . I will play again
Awesome! We're pleased that both you and your son enjoyed our course and the challenge of our layout. We appreciate your review and we look forward to having you both back again soon!
Nags Head
Driving accuracy is the name of the game. I used my 3 or 4 hybrid on most tee offs I left my driver in the bag except for the 18th hole. Wind was the issue throughout the round and water eventually was my downfall. I would have scored better had it not been for multiple water balls. I still enjoyed the round and recommend playing this course if you're in the area.
Awesome! We're pleased that you enjoyed our course and the challenge it presented. We appreciate your review and we hope to have you back again soon for your next round!
Reliable Good Golf
For a winter golf outing, we had a great time!
Course is in very good condition with work on some holes to keep conditions up to standard.
Bunkers maintained and greens predictable.
Don't pass it up if you get a chance to play it!
Excellent! We're glad that you enjoyed your round with us. We appreciate your review and we look forward to having you back again soon!
Outstanding! Glad you enjoyed your experience with us!
Thanksgiving
We get together every year at Thanksgiving and this course is one of the items on the "must do" list. Several holes on the ocean and always has wind on the course. Lots of diversity and a godd challaege
Excellent! We're thrilled that you enjoyed our course and the challenge it presented. We're honored that you consider us a must do and we can't wait to have you back again soon at Nags Head!
Excellent
Great layout in excellent conditions, fast greens. Very friendly staff. Highly recommend
Excellent! We're thrilled that you enjoyed our course conditions and the challenge of our layout. We're also glad that our staff left a great impression on you. We can't wait to have you back again soon at Nags Head!
Course was in great shape, had a great round on a great day. Would refer to anyone.
Great Fun
I had the pleasure of playing in the Member Guest Tournament on September 28 - 30, 2018, and my experience was, in a word, TERRIFIC. Everything was top notch: beautiful links course, attentive and friendly staff, great food and the marvelous Carolina blue skies. The only negative thing I have to say about my A+ experience is that my golf game was not quite up to par, which is all on me, but even so, Nags Head Golf Links was TERRIFIC in all respects.
Links Challenge
Fairways and greens in excellent condition. Greens are medium fast. They run very true. Rough made up of Bermuda grass and scrub bushes. Staying in fairways rewards you with a good score several blind or obstructed vision shots. Suggest GPS to get yardage. Some very narrow places in fairways and it is somewhat necessary to place positions to score well. Very interesting and challenging and fun. Recommend highly. Check golf now for discounted rates
Truly spectacular day of golf!
The course is in amazing shape and offers a challenging layout. Nags Head Golf Links can get narrow on you with a few of the holes, making you use every club in the bag. The staff is great and very friendly. If you're really feeling up to it, play the black tees..
Another good round
Second time we played this week. Hot deals on GolfNow saved us a ton.
Again, the staff was terrific. Nobody either in front of us holding up play or pushing from behind.
Challenging but fun. The course is in bequtiful shape for this time of year.
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Terrific! We're glad that our course conditions met your expectations and that you enjoyed our greens. We appreciate your review and we look forward to having you back again soon!