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The Emerald Golf Club
Rating Snapshot
5 Stars
297
4 Stars
179
3 Stars
12
2 Stars
8
1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.8
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.4
5 Stars
37
4 Stars
8
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.6
Value
4.8
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.6
StaffFriendliness
4.8
5 Stars
55
4 Stars
16
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.7
Value
4.8
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.8
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 |
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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 Dijjean on 05/28/2026
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Photo submitted by Dijjean on 05/28/2026
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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
Great, fun course for all levels of golf
Course was in perfect condition. Weather was the only thing that slowed us down. Everyone in the group said they would love to play the course again.
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Pristine Condition
Jerry and Ricky have this course in immaculate condition. It’s easily the best public course within 50 miles of New Bern. We’ll, at least that I’ve played at. Book a tee time, like now. The course will only get better.
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On 04/08/2022
Reviews 12
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
Pace of play
Pace of play was terrible, had to skip at least 4 holes on back nine. A fivesome was holding back twosomes and singles. Other than that, it's a great course
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
I Recommend This Course
always fun
i've played the emerald dozens of times over the last twenty plus years and always leave wondering why i don't play it more. it's always a good time and i nice track.
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
I Recommend This Course
Great Shape
If you're heading to the Crystal Coast aka Eastern North Carolina. This course is a must. The course is always in top notch condition, fastest greens around the area (my opinion), and very friendly staff. Get a hold of Jerry, Ricky, or Tim in the pro shop to schedule your round today!
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Beautiful day
Greens are terrific. Best around. Course is fun & fair.
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
I Recommend This Course
Great shape for the height of mid-winter wet
The course played well. Of course there were some wet areas that were cart path only, but that is to be expected at this time of year - dormant trees and recent precipitation. Greens were in very good shape, held well when attacking. Overall had a great time and will play again when everything greens back up.
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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