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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
4.4
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.2
95.7%
Recommend this course
596 out of 653 reviews
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4.7
7 Reviews (7)
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Conditions
4.7
Value
4.9
Layout
4.9
Pace
4.7
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
5.0
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7 out of 7 reviews
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4.8
17 Reviews (17)
5 Stars
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Conditions
4.8
Value
4.8
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.9
100.0%
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17 out of 17 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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Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

This is a great course

The course is always in great shape and the staff at the club is awesome. The starter went through all the tough holes before teeing off which was great for the guys that had never played the course in the past. This is definitely one course that will be put on the top of my list to play in the future.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good greens, course was wet but can't blame the course.

Over-all, a very nice track. Was wet so cart paths were necessary. Can only imagine when dry conditions return, greens will be very fast and true. Fairways in good shape as well as tees. The rough was thick so stay on the short stuff. Will return.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good Choice

This course gets very challanging after the first 5 holes and require you to play true golf shots for distance and accuracy. Course may have been over booked because of the slow play. Spent Fathers Day with my son so had no issue waiting. Some of the best Bermuba greens I have ever played on and very true.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Front nine is hilly..back nine is in a valley...beautiful!

The course is mostly open and fun...there are two long holes that go up and down and are blind shots, like a links course ..other then that it's very fun.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 19
Handicap 25+
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

I've played here before and the course is in great shape and this is the best value for a course of this caliber anywhere that I play

I play 2 times a week and I've played here probably 6 times I play the Jackson Course and have played the Jones course at Rock Barn they are both good courses but I prefer the Jackson it just fits me better and I also like Brushy Mountian

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 23
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Tough little course

A very undulating course overall; lots of hills and slopes and not too many flat lies. You have to layup on most par 5's unless you're driving 280 and or can hit your 3-5 wood long and straight. Par 4's are longer and most of my second shots were around 150-170 out. Par 3's were the easiest part of the course I think. Greens were beautiful, very soft, and had good speed. If you're not in the fairway; you're in trouble on this course as you can lose your ball in the first cut because it drops down into this grass. Forget about getting a good shot on the ball! Overall very nice course if you want to be challenged. I will go again!

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 22
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing

the course has a great layout.

When I arrived, the attendant appeared disinterested. I saw players paying, and told to take cart and go to the range. When I payed for range balls, I was told to drive our car to the range. My wife and noticed a difference in his attitude.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Challenging Course

Fun but challenging golf course!

Must be precise off the tee to post a good score.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Courses cant be scared of golfers!

Perhaps, its because I am getting older but I have little patience with people that dont play "ready" golf.

Why cant courses ask people when they check in, do you play "ready" golf? If they say no, give them a few pointers to speed up their play. For example, if you just hit your best drive ever 240 yards, its HIGHLY unlikely you are going to hit the green on the Par 5 from 260 yards. Lay up!

This wasnt the slowest experience Ive ever had at Fox Den, but it came close. The ranger was out, but it was evident to me that nothing was said to the slower players. We waited on every shot on the back 9.

I dont play as often as I would like for the simple fact that people play WAY too slow for me.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 39
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great features, in a nice area

Greens were nice to putt on, fairways in good shape

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great value

Rained a lot prior to play, but course drained well. Course was in great shape, especially the greens. Rough was penalizing. This was the first time I played the course and I was pleasantly surprised with the layout and the condition. I will definitely play again.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Challenging course

This course was challenging for a novice golfer like myself. The first few holes were fine, but after the 6th hole it became quite apparent I would need to bring more balls to continue playing!! Had a great time though. Will return!

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Well maintained

This course is always well maintained. Has excellent views, challenging holes and is not high priced. One of my favorites.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 25
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Greens were superb, great value

We played late morning on a Friday and it only took 4.25 hours to play. The greens were plush and smooth. Best I have played in the area this year. My only disappointment was the driving range and the range balls. That kept it from being a 5 star.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

very nice course

Very nice and maintaned course beautiful lady's working there selling beer and snacks

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser

A FAIR VALUE FOR UNDER $30

Greens are fair at best. Don't expect a staff that is going to greet you with open arms. Range balls are horrible not one that was the same make or model. mostly scuffs and cuts. Fair layout with a variety of holes. I would call it maintained but not proactively cared for. Slowly deterreating

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Great Shape for such a Wet Day

Played this course many times and it has always been in great shape. Played 04/29/2013 just after a significant rain fall and was pleasantly surprised at the condition of the course. Although there are several low lying holes, course was still very playable after all that rain. Greens are awesome as always.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Great course for the $

We played after 2 solid days of rain. Course drains very good and was playable when others were not.

Greens were in good shape and rolled pretty well even after tons of rain.

Get out and play this course if you have not yet.

Great value for the $, challenging holes and nice views...

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

The course offers great views and holes for all skill levels.

This is my third time playing this course. It is a good course for the price you pay. As the warmer weather continues the course will get in better shape.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 25
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser

Course doesn't drain well.

Disappointed that I wasn't told the greens were aeratedl Rain three days ago created cart paths only with a lot of walking on the back nine. Made it extremely slow playing. Don't go here after it rains.

Conditions Poor
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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