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4.4
647 Reviews (647)
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
20
1 Stars
7
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.2
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.1
93.0%
Recommend this course
590 out of 647 reviews
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5.0
6 Reviews (6)
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6
4 Stars
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Conditions
5.0
Value
4.8
Layout
5.0
Pace
4.7
Amenities
4.7
StaffFriendliness
5.0
100.0%
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6 out of 6 reviews
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4.4
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4 Stars
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Conditions
4.4
Value
4.1
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.6
93.3%
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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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4.4
647 Reviews (647)
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Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Good day on the course

Course is in very good condition. Greens roll true. Rough is thick and can be difficult. Friendly staff. Will play again.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 07/30/2018:
Hello, thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We appreciate the feedback about your round and hope to see you again for another round soon! Thanks for playing #LarkinGolfClub!
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Too much going on

Some of my friends played here and while they didn’t recommend this they never talked much about it. I got one tell on course playability from one person outside the pro shop, another from the person in the pro shop and yet another from the starter. A lot of construction around the back nine took bunches away from this place. Playing behind a sixem that was in full view of the starter/ Marshall and him doing nothing about it doesn’t help my opinion. Most putting greens were in good shape but mowing rough at three inches on a public course shows really poor judgement. Searching for balls when a fairway is missed only slows down play. Don’t think I will be returning any way soon, maybe never.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Response from on 07/25/2018:
Hi bulletman56, we appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review. We're sorry to hear your round with us wasn't up to expectations. We appreciate you giving us a shot and hope you reconsider giving us another one in the future. Thanks for playing Larkin Golf Club!
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Perfect grass

I was surprised to find both the fairways and greens in immaculate condition after many courses were suffering from winter kill.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 07/17/2018:
Thank you for the 5-Star review, we appreciate the great feedback regarding our course conditions, especially after the weather we received in the winter. Thanks for coming out and we hope to see you again soon.
Played On
Reviews 36
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great challenge

A few holes need to be addressed to keep play moving

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Poor
Response from on 07/17/2018:
Thank you for the 5-Star review! Please come back and see us again soon.
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fantastic!

Excellent golf experience! How have they maintained fantastic course conditions in this heat and mini drought? Tee to green phenomenal!

Only thing I can think of is only from a personal standpoint. I like faster greens, but they rolled true throughout. Just slow. And my approach shots missed the green several times, and I paid a price by having to chip out of very thick rough. Miss fairways or greens, and this course bites back. In a way, that’s good for them, it’s as it should be.

Best value in the piedmont! Make the drive!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Response from on 07/17/2018:
Thank you for the 5-Star review, we appreciate the great feedback regarding the value of our course. Thank you for taking the time to make the long drive to come see us!
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
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 07/10/2018:
Thank you for the 5-Star review! Please come back and see us again soon.
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Pace of Play

Ridiculous pace of play. There were “Rangers” driving around, but not sure what they were doing. It wasn’t uncommon to see 7 groups bogged up on 3 holes. It was clear who the offenders were. 5:10 isn’t acceptable on a hot Friday morning. Tees and fairways were good. Rough is way too long for the quality of player. You lose balls easily around the green and just off the fairway. Greens are slowww and furry. Hate when a course waters them in the middle of the day while you’re playing.

Overall, solid value for the money, but i won’t be back if i experience another 5+ Hour round.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
Response from on 07/10/2018:
We are sorry to see that your overall experience was anything short of 5 stars. Thank you for pointing out any pace of play issues at the course. July 4th is always a busy time of year for golf so we appreciate your patience if your round was longer than normal. Thank you for coming out and we hope to see you again!
Played On
Reviews 35
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

One of the best courses in the area

Playing on the 4th I assumed the pace would be slow. 4 hours & 45 minutes to play 18....About 45 minutes high of an average round. Got behind a slow 4-some who were having a tough time on most holes. The construction in there is a bit of an inconvenience. But, I'm sure when it's done this will be one of the elite courses in the area. It's pretty darn good right now but I'm sure will be better. Jonathan at the club house desk is always awesome to deal with.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 07/10/2018:
Thank you for your honest 4-Star review, We appreciate you pointing out any pace of play issues at the course. July 4th is always a busy time of year for golf so we appreciate your patience if your round was longer than normal. Thank you for coming out and we hope to see you again!
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Larkin good value

The course is a great value always in great shape and very interesting holes with different tee boxes can be challenging for levels of golfers

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Response from on 07/10/2018:
Thank you for the 5-Star review, we appreciate the great feedback regarding the value of our course. Thank you for taking the time to make the long drive to come see us!
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
Previously Played

Slow play NO Rangers

The course is in good shape a lot of house construction makes the 10 and 11th play one stroke under because of pin position ...No rangers meant a slow group had the right to just take those time and hold up the group in front of me and eventually after 3 hours and not even close to being done we left there was no end in sight ...Also. This course is not for beginners and that’s the problem they should try to make reconfigure the front to make the par five I believe it’s hole five more playable so people don’t spend 20 minutes playing it

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Response from on 07/03/2018:
We are sorry to see that your overall experience was anything short of 5 stars. We appreciate you pointing out any pace of play issues at the course, we will definitely look into this further. Thank you for coming out and we hope you'll give us another try in the near future.
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Response from on 07/03/2018:
Thank you for the 4-Star review! We appreciate you coming out and hope to see you again soon.
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great

It's going to be one of the best courses in the area very soon if not already.

Excellent staff !!!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 07/03/2018:
Thank you for the 5-Star review, we appreciate the great feedback regarding our course conditions and our excellent staff. We will definitely pass along the kind words. Thanks for coming out and we hope to see you again soon.
Played On
Reviews 36
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Response from on 06/26/2018:
Thank you for the 4-Star review! We appreciate you coming out and hope to see you again soon.
Played On
Reviews 35
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Great day for golf but very slow pace on back 9

Had a 4:30 tee time & didn't finish until almost 9:00!! Got behind two 4-somes & a 3-some with one of the 4-somes playing a terribly slow pace. Back 9 took almost 3 hours to finish!!! No marshals or anyone from the course were ever present to monitor pace of play.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 06/26/2018:
Thank you for your honest 4-Star review. We appreciate your patience as we have received a lot of play this peak season. As the course continues to transitions into the hot summer months, we appreciate your patience and hope you'll give us another try in the near future.
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good condition but.....

No10 par4 & No11 par5 all tee boxes closed.

Make us play par 3 & par4 that’s so disappointed.

And still on construction.

I think this course will be good next season.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Response from on 06/26/2018:
Thank you for your honest feedback, especially with the course construction on Holes 10 and 11. Thanks for coming out and we hope that you will give us another try in the near future.
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Response from on 06/19/2018:
Thank you for the 4-Star review!
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Outstanding conditions, great customer service.

Never disappointed with the course! Back to back to back cart path only on front nine due to severe elevation changes are tough but unavoidable.

Always a great day!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 06/19/2018:
Thank you for the 5-Star review, we appreciate the great feedback regarding our course conditions and our excellent staff. Thanks for coming out and we hope to see you again soon.
Played On
Reviews 36
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Poor
Response from on 06/07/2018:
Thank you for the 5-Star review, we appreciate the great feedback regarding the value at Larkin Golf Club. Please come back and see us again soon.
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Stay away

I’ve played this course several times in the past 15 years but the layout has changed dramatically. There is a lot of new house construction on the course. They’ve shaved a couple of holes to accommodate the increase in hoisting but the construction equipment never stops. Several holes on the back nine are dominated by heavy equipment and make for an annoying round.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Fair
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Response from on 05/29/2018:
Thank you for your honest review, as we continue to work on the outcome of the course conditions we hope that you will give us another try in the near future.
Played On
Reviews 19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Phenomenal!!!

Larkin is my new favorite course! Everything about this course today was PHENOMINAL. The fairways and greens are in top condition on every hole.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 05/29/2018:
Thank you for the 5-Star review, we appreciate the great feedback regarding our course conditions. Thanks for coming out and we hope to see you again soon.
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