Legacy Golf Links
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4.2
428 Reviews (428)
5 Stars
222
4 Stars
155
3 Stars
30
2 Stars
14
1 Stars
7
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.1
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.5
91.3%
Recommend this course
393 out of 428 reviews
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4.1
27 Reviews (27)
5 Stars
12
4 Stars
9
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.1
Value
3.9
Layout
4.6
Pace
3.6
Amenities
3.7
StaffFriendliness
4.5
92.6%
Recommend this course
25 out of 27 reviews
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4.2
42 Reviews (42)
5 Stars
19
4 Stars
16
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.0
Layout
4.5
Pace
3.7
Amenities
3.5
StaffFriendliness
4.5
92.9%
Recommend this course
39 out of 42 reviews
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Course Highlights
Legacy's rolling layout and challenging back nine around the main lake consistently earn high praise from recent golfers. Exceptionally friendly staff and strong value for money make this a compelling destination as ongoing renovations near completion.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 72
Length 6948 yards
Slope 137
Rating 74.0

Legacy Golf Links is one of the premier public golf facilities in the Pinehurst area - the course successfully blends the accessability of a public course with the amenities of a private golf club.

Legacy was ranked as one of the top 12 new public courses in the United States and is described as a "perfect delight" by Golf Digest Magazine. Maintenance is a prime consideration of the management and the facility definitely reflects this emphasis. Give this course a try the next time you come to Pinehurst; you'll not regret it.

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Course Details

Year Built 1991
Fairways 419 Bermuda Grass
Greens Mini Verde Bermuda
Golf Season Year round. Hig Season: March - May, Sept. - Nov.
Architect Jack Nicklaus, Jr. (1991) Nicklaus (1991) Steve Wolfard (1991)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Regular Golf Attire. No Denim or Sweatpants

Food & Beverage

Bar, Snacks, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Lounge, Locker Rooms

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Reviews

4.2
428 Reviews (428)

What Golfers Are Saying

Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 11
Elevation Changes 8
Forced Carries 6
This course/club is great for:
A Weekend Splurge 7
Advanced Golfers 7
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 7
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 7

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Played On
Reviews 32
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Grumpy Locals (Members?) Display Bad Etiquette

There was no starter or ranger on duty. We played as a twosome. We had 2 twosomes directly in front of us and a foursome of local guys in front of them. We were followed by a foursome. The first twosome was so slow that we had a two group backup on the 9th tee. As we were leaving the 9th green the GOM foursome cut in front of us just before we reached the 10th tee when the group behind us was on #9 green. The GOMsome claimed they had to stop at 9 because the twosome behind them kept hitting into them. This was implausible on its face. Incredibly one of the GOMsome shamelessly took a mulligan on the 10th tee when his first drive remained in play. When we saw that we thought maybe their mulligans were the reason the twosome might have been hitting into them. We followed them as they played a leisurely back 9 as they parked their carts near the greens while ignoring the cart signs. On the 17th hole we watched them leisurely fish for balls in the pond in front of the green. The twosome that was in front of us on the front nine probably finished 25-30 minutes ahead of the GOMsome. We thought if the GOMsome had been nice they would have let us play through. No such luck. We told the pro shop staffer. He was profusely sorry and made a peace offering that we accepted.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Excellent course in very good condition. Fast greens. Tree lined holes, accuracy off the tee is required. Will play this course again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 34
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Frosty tee delay

Very friendly accommodating staff .. very eager to get us out on the course even though we had an hour tee time delay due to frost. Pace of play was great with no one behind us til the end and only once did we have to wait on the tee box. This is one of my favorite courses to play.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 10
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Greens

Greens were pure. It’s a fun course that could be better, but the staff and greens made it a must play.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice course, rough road

Course was great, but not sure it was worth $99. Road leading into the clubhouse could be better, even if it is under construction. Bar staff was friendly and nice, as well as the pro shop, starter, and rangers. All in all a great round of golf. Maybe it was worth the $$. 😋

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 18
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great layout. Greens very good. Overall great value.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Jack knows

Visiting family from Texas and I wanted to try a reasonably priced golf course. What a find! The staff was friendly and very helpful, the Starter explained what to look for on the course and had a great sense of humor. Greens are a lot faster than what I’m used to hat my home course. The pine trees and green fairways give a wonderful setting for some challenging yet playable. Jack Nicklaus designed the course and he knows how to build them. Thanks for letting me enjoy your course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Great value

Course is in pretty good shape considering how hot it has been. Greens were fast and spinny shots would come come back. Fun course at a great value.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 83
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played

Greens are great right now@!!!

Viva the Legacy!!! Always a fun layout & the greens this week are better than anywhere else in the Sandhills! Love playing at the Leg- Sean the GM & Paige the bartender are always great to hangout with at the new/bar & grill!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 17
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Very fair course

Played here many time, great staff, the course is very fair to the average golfer. Enjoy the green for they roll very nice.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Legendary Legacy

Legacy Golf Links is ALWAYS a treat. Course is going through some changes but it is always spot on. Quite a challenge. Quick greens, value is always fair, and the practice facilities are great. Learned how to play the game here, it will always be great!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 24
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Legacy Golf Links

Lovin’ this place! We barely got out of the car to be greeted by a gentleman delivering our cart and offering to help with our clubs. The entire staff is outstanding: friendly and helpful. The course is a wonderful Nicklaus design that holds your interest throughout the round. Portions of the fairways were dry which is fully acceptable since we have had rain around here in weeks and temps in the 90’s. The greens had been recently dressed and were very fast. I fully expect the greens to be perfect next time I visit. Did I mention we really need rain?!?

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 22
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Legacy Golf

Very interesting layout - every hole feels different/unique. Greens roll really well despite having been recently aerated. Greens soft enough to hold a long iron shot. Tees and fairways in good shape. A couple of greenside traps could use more depth of sand but most are fair and playable. We had no pace of play issues. Staff is very friendly and accommodated our being a little late. Good service in the bar after playing.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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