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4.5
653 Reviews (653)
5 Stars
261
4 Stars
294
3 Stars
71
2 Stars
20
1 Stars
7
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.1
94.2%
Recommend this course
596 out of 653 reviews
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4.7
7 Reviews (7)
5 Stars
5
4 Stars
2
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0
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0
1 Stars
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Conditions
4.7
Value
4.9
Layout
4.9
Pace
4.7
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
5.0
100.0%
Recommend this course
7 out of 7 reviews
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4.8
18 Reviews (18)
5 Stars
15
4 Stars
3
3 Stars
0
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Conditions
4.8
Value
4.8
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.9
100.0%
Recommend this course
18 out of 18 reviews
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Course Highlights
The 500 Club impresses with a well-balanced layout featuring challenging par 5s, creative par 3s, and excellent fairway and green conditions. Exceptionally friendly staff and smooth pace of play make every round a welcoming, memorable experience.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6821 yards
Slope 135
Rating 72.9

The 500 Club (formerly known as Fox Den Country Club and Larkin Golf Club) is a premier entertainment destination for the Lake Norman region. This relaxed club with NASCAR roots provides a laid-back experience, quick pace of play, and plenty of entertainment to make it a destination. World-ranked Head Golf Professional and Assistant Professional offer private and group lessons and clinics. While the course is on the shorter side, the elevation changes and native grass areas make it challenging and strategic. Pace of play is the focus in every round so pick your tees by average driving distance, use the drop zones if needed, and play "Ready Golf" to keep your round moving. Starters, Rangers, and the Pro Shop staff will keep you well informed on any tips that might be useful for the day.

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Course Details

Year Built 1996
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens TifEagle Bermuda
Golf Season Year round
Architect Clyde Johnston (1996)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range No
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Golf attire welcome

Food & Beverage

Bar

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Meeting Facilities, Banquet Facilities

Available Sports

Table Tennis
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Reviews

4.5
653 Reviews (653)

What Golfers Are Saying

Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 11
Water Hazards 7
Forced Carries 6
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 6
Locals 6
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 9

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Played On
Reviews 132
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Solid course

Greens aren't overly fast (which I like) and the course is in pretty solid shape. Lots of different types of holes. Staff was great. Only issue was that they put a scramble off in front of us on number 14 and the rest of find took forever.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Fun Course

Always enjoy playing here. I like the layout of the course.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Enjoyable Round

Excellent playability for winter conditions. Smooth fast greens and firm fairways something that is rare lately given all the rain that has occurred

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 24
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Can’t beat the price

Outstanding price performer. Course in great shape with excellent greens..

Some truly excellent holes.....10th hole remains a disappointment with shortened tee but that is a minor flaw.

Very enjoyable day

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Larkin 20210306

I had driven past this course many times traveling up I-77. We decided to play the course and had a 11:50 tee time. Staff was very friendly in the pro shop and we teed off on time.

The course is definitely three different types of setups. The first five holes are not too difficult and gives you a chance to get your swing going. Holes 6 - 11 are like playing a mountain course and with a little course knowledge you will know where not to hit it. The holes 12 - 18 are just as advertised, like a beach type course. Make sure you get your tee shot on number 10 to the 150 marker. From there is it all carry to the green. This was definitely the most difficult hole on the course but it is fair.

The greens were in great shape. They held the shots and putted smooth. Pin placements were not tucked in places requiring precision shots but still offered some shot making.

Pace of play was good with us finishing right a four hours. The round was enjoyable and we will certainly keep this course on our list to play.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Any Round is a good round

This is a nice course with friendly staff and is always well maintained.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 39
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Played On
Reviews 4
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 132
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

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I tried to cancel a reservation on a day it was raining and below freezing. I called the course and they said I needed to call GolfNow. I unknowingly booked a round here through GolfNow (looked like the course booking system) however it's not really GolfNow because my booking never showed up online. When you call the number in the confirmation email it goes into some survey limbo that you can't get past. It hangs up on you. When I called the number the course gave me, a recording said they weren't taking cancellations by phone anymore, I had to do it online. But my reservation didn't show up in the account, so I couldn't do that. So it's a perfect circle where I got taken for my money entirely. Unacceptable.

Played On
Reviews 132
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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