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The Emerald Golf Club
Rating Snapshot
5 Stars
288
4 Stars
177
3 Stars
12
2 Stars
7
1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.8
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.4
5 Stars
29
4 Stars
7
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.8
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.6
StaffFriendliness
4.9
5 Stars
59
4 Stars
16
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.9
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.9
AI summaries based on real golfer reviews
Course Highlights
The Emerald stands out in Eastern NC with a lush, challenging layout and consistently well-maintained fairways, greens, and tees. Exceptionally friendly staff and outstanding value make this course a top pick for returning golfers.
About
Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6924 yards
Slope 136
Rating 74.0
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The Emerald Golf Club
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| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald | 72 | 6924 yards | 74.0 | 136 |
| Black | 72 | 6483 yards | 71.7 | 129 |
| Blue | 72 | 6123 yards | 70.2 | 126 |
| White | 72 | 5497 yards | 67.3 | 118 |
| Gold | 72 | 4893 yards | 64.4 | 107 |
| Gold (W) | 72 | 4893 yards | 68.7 | 116 |
| Red (W) | 72 | 4203 yards | 64.8 | 106 |
Scorecard for Emerald Golf Club
Metrics:
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald M: 73.8/134 | 399 | 169 | 393 | 371 | 521 | 146 | 420 | 523 | 405 | 3347 | 407 | 172 | 423 | 590 | 370 | 208 | 405 | 524 | 425 | 3524 | 6871 |
| Black M: 71.8/130 | 383 | 169 | 376 | 356 | 502 | 146 | 403 | 508 | 385 | 3228 | 392 | 161 | 403 | 520 | 358 | 173 | 389 | 492 | 413 | 3301 | 6529 |
| Blue M: 70.1/127 W: 75.6/135 | 362 | 151 | 359 | 341 | 480 | 131 | 376 | 488 | 358 | 3046 | 370 | 147 | 383 | 497 | 350 | 161 | 351 | 473 | 378 | 3110 | 6156 |
| Blue/White M: 68.9/123 W: 74.2/132 | 340 | 151 | 359 | 341 | 448 | 131 | 331 | 488 | 358 | 2947 | 343 | 147 | 317 | 468 | 350 | 144 | 351 | 473 | 357 | 2950 | 5897 |
| White M: 67.0/118 W: 71.9/127 | 340 | 120 | 297 | 293 | 448 | 112 | 331 | 422 | 317 | 2680 | 343 | 118 | 317 | 468 | 329 | 144 | 304 | 422 | 357 | 2802 | 5482 |
| Gold M: 63.6/108 W: 68.0/117 | 273 | 91 | 272 | 261 | 411 | 87 | 282 | 371 | 260 | 2308 | 292 | 100 | 281 | 402 | 263 | 129 | 277 | 390 | 307 | 2441 | 4749 |
| Red M: 61.1/104 W: 64.9/108 | 220 | 80 | 235 | 242 | 378 | 75 | 230 | 323 | 215 | 1998 | 237 | 93 | 241 | 356 | 248 | 115 | 234 | 335 | 258 | 2117 | 4115 |
| Handicap | 9 | 17 | 11 | 7 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 13 | 5 | 8 | 16 | 6 | 4 | 14 | 10 | 12 | 18 | 2 | |||
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap (W) | 7 | 17 | 15 | 5 | 3 | 13 | 9 | 11 | 1 | 8 | 18 | 10 | 4 | 16 | 6 | 14 | 12 | 2 |
Hot Deals at The Emerald Golf Club
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Course Details
Year Built 1988
Golf Season Year round
Rentals/Services
Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes
Practice/Instruction
Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes
Policies
Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Food & Beverage
SnacksAvailable Facilities
Clubhouse, Banquet FacilitiesAvailable Activities
Swimming, BilliardsAvailable Sports
Tennis
Reviews
4.7
Reviewer Photos
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Photo submitted by U043l0B7M4jZnAIOK4j3 on 01/25/2026
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Photo submitted by Buckleft41 on 09/21/2025
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The Emerald Photo submitted by U043l0B7M4jZnAIOK4j3 on 06/08/2025
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Hole 9 at The Emerald - excellent par 4 ! Photo submitted by u697167769 on 09/07/2021
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Photo submitted by lotridgen on 07/15/2020
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Just a outstanding course.... well worth the drive. Photo submitted by DKN08 on 07/11/2016
I Recommend This Course
Beautiful day
The fairways and greens are in good condition. The pace of play was good.
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On 05/20/2023
Reviews 8
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
great staff
Tim has always taken great care of my group every time we go thank you
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Awesome
Nice layout great shape, greens and fairways are awesome
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Pleasantly Surprised
This course is well Hidden. I was surprised at all the hillsides and water hazards. It was well worth the money, and I can’t wait to play again.
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Nice place
Course was good , I wouldn’t pay the 68 dollars but as a hot deal at 39 it was appropriate
Conditions Good
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On 02/19/2023
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
I Recommend This Course
Good course
Course was in good shape, especially for this time of year. Pace of play was a bit slow; however it was a Saturday. Greens were in good shape. Recommend if there is a hot deal.
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Great Value
I played on a Hot Deal and a promo code so overall cost was $21.00. Course was in immaculate shape for this time of year. Greens were smooth and consistent. Staff was very acccomodating. Enjoyable day!
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Nice track.
. Above average greens and tee boxes.
Friendly staff and helpful. Off season but in good shape. Definitely return if in area.
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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