Nags Head Golf Links
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4.4
1082 Reviews (1082)
5 Stars
600
4 Stars
361
3 Stars
88
2 Stars
24
1 Stars
9
Conditions
4.4
Value
3.9
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.1
89.0%
Recommend this course
999 out of 1082 reviews
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4.8
17 Reviews (17)
5 Stars
13
4 Stars
4
3 Stars
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0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.6
Layout
4.9
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.7
94.1%
Recommend this course
16 out of 17 reviews
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4.5
77 Reviews (77)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
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Conditions
4.4
Value
3.9
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.5
87.0%
Recommend this course
67 out of 77 reviews
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Course Highlights
Stunning sound-side water views and a well-designed layout consistently make Nags Head a must-play destination on the Outer Banks. Fairways and greens stay in excellent condition, and the welcoming staff genuinely enhance every round.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private/Resort
Style Links
Par 71
Length 6126 yards
Slope 128
Rating 70.2

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.

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Course Details

Year Built 1986
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bent L93 Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Jerry Turner Bob Moore (1986)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Appropriate golf attire

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

4.4
1082 Reviews (1082)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 26
19th Hole Scenic Views 25
Brunch 8
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 59
Narrow Fairways 54
Forced Carries 38
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 50
Advanced Golfers 40
A Weekend Splurge 26
This Course's Location is:
Near Local Attractions 30
Worth the Drive 20
At a Resort 17

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Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

COURSE WAS GREAT, STAFF WAS GREAT. BOOKED THROUGH GOLF NOW SO RATE WAS GREAT. LEAVING DRIVER IN BAG (FOR MY HUSBAND) WAS GOOD ADVICE. THE COURSE WAS CHALLENGING BUT FUN. BEAUTIFUL FAIRWAYS.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Response from on 10/31/2017:
Great! We're glad that you enjoyed our course as well as the challenge that it presented. We're also pleased that our staff was able to provide you with great customer service. We look forward to having you back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 10/31/2017:
Thanks for your review! Come back soon!
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

My 2nd favorite course

Granted I’ve only played 75 or so different, but I think the layout here is awesome and I’m a grip it and rip it type player. This is one of few courses I don’t mind hitting a 3 iron off several tees. The views of the sound are fantastic. The fairways in great shape, greens in good shape (too Me a little slow). The rough in places was wicked and you almost had to step on your ball to find it. I didn’t hit a single bunker so no comment there. Staff was accommodating, but I wouldn’t say friendly.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Response from on 10/24/2017:
Wonderful! We're thrilled that you enjoyed our layout and the challenge it presented. We're also pleased that you enjoyed our course conditions and views. We're honored that we are your second favorite course and we can't wait to have you back again soon at Nags Head!
Played On
Reviews 6
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 10/19/2017:
Outstanding! Come back soon!
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

course was fun to play, position golf at its best

Great time great people windier the heck made playing a lot of fun. Rangers were extremely nice just a nice course to play

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 10/16/2017:
Great! We're glad that you enjoyed our course despite how windy it was. We're also pleased that you enjoyed our staff. We hope to have you back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Played Oct 14

Friendly staff. Course is maintained well. It is a challenging course with a beautiful layout

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 10/16/2017:
Outstanding! We're thrilled that you enjoyed our course and the challenge that it presented. We're also glad that you enjoyed our staff. We look forward to having you back again soon at Nags Head!
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Not long but requires precision.

Course in great condition. Difficulty depends on wind.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Response from on 10/16/2017:
Wonderful! We're glad that you enjoyed our course conditions as well as the challenge our course presented. We can't wait to have you back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

The first words out of the outside staff person's mouth were, "You can play the back nine twice." There was no indication from Golf Now or on the Nags Head web site that nine holes would be closed. To make things worse, when I went into the pro shop to register, I heard the employee tell the group in front of me that that is what you get for signing up through Golf Now! He was rude; he managed to say at least five words to me and at no time did he raise his eyes from his cell phone.

Pace of play was excellent because all of the locals had the word about nine holes being closed. I had three unhappy friends with me that day. We had other options near the Outer Banks but I could get an earlier time at Nags Head. That was the basis for my decision to go to Nags Head. Wild horses, which are present on the Outer Banks of North Carolina, could not drag me back to that course.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 10/19/2017:
Thanks for your review! We apologize that you did not enjoy your experience with us. We apologize that our staff did not provide you with the customer service we strive to provide all of our guests. We are also sorry that you were unaware of the front nine being closed. We appreciate your feedback and will use your review to improve on these issues. Thank you again for your review and we hope you will give us another try in the future!
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Very nice & very challenging, just what we look for in a golf course. We differently be back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 10/13/2017:
Outstanding! We're thrilled that you enjoyed our course and the challenge that it presented. We can't wait to have you back again soon at Nags Head!
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 09/25/2017:
Wonderful! We're thrilled that you enjoyed your round with us despite the wind. We hope to have you back when the weather is a bit calmer!
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 09/25/2017:
Outstanding! Come back soon!
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 09/25/2017:
Excellent! Glad you enjoyed your experience at Nags Head!
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great links course

Greaters wear very friendly and courteous. Met use in parking lot with cart. Check in was fast and easy. The course is in great condition. It is very challenging but fair. Hitting into fairways was extremely important. Some tee shots and green shots are blind so a. Yardage devise or phone program with gps yardage is very handy and recommended

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 09/21/2017:
Wonderful! We're glad that our staff left a great impression on you and that you enjoyed the challenge of our course. We can't wait to have you back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 09/18/2017:
Outstanding! Come back soon!
Played On
Reviews 20
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Used cart

Day at Nags Head

This is, quite simply a beautiful seaside golf club. Not pretentious at all. Even though there are homes scattered about the course, you never feel hemmed in. The views of the Atlantic Ocean, Roanoke and Albemarle Sounds are a part of nearly every hole. There is no repetitiveness in the layout, and challenging holes of all different lengths. I will go back soon.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 09/18/2017:
Great! We're glad that you enjoyed the challenge that our course presented. We're also pleased that you enjoyed the views that our course offered. We can't wait to have you back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Windy

Gusty winds made this course even more challenging. Straightness is a must here or you will spend a lot of time searching for your ball

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Response from on 09/18/2017:
Awesome! We're pleased that you enjoyed our course despite the winds. We're glad that you enjoyed the challenge of our layout and we hope to have you back soon at Nags Head!
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Nags Head Links is very challenging

It was a beautiful day to play a beautiful course. Nags Head Links is in great condition with excellent greens and fairways. Its best to stay on the fairway because the rough is deep and thick. I intend on going back to play again. It is a course that requires familiarity to score well. The staff was friendly and helpful. They offer advise on playing the course and warn about difficult holes.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Response from on 09/18/2017:
Wonderful! We're thrilled that you enjoyed our course conditions and that our staff left a great impression on you. We look forward to having you back again for your next round!
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Beautiful course, Perfect weather

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 09/18/2017:
Excellent! Glad you enjoyed your experience at Nags Head!
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Potential

This course has some potential but just fell too short for me to return. Few landmarks to aid in both distance and potential hazards (of course you pay an additional $5 for a yardage book). The course is short but demanding. If you're the average golfer that struggles with going left and right with your golf ball, SAVE YOUR MONEY. Otherwise, take a lot of golf balls. The guy I paired with, lost 15-20 golf balls.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Response from on 09/07/2017:
Thank you for your review! We apologize that you did not enjoy your round with us. We're sorry that you did not enjoy the challenge of our course. We appreciate your feedback and hope you will give us another try in the future!
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Response from on 09/05/2017:
Great! Come back soon!
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