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4.4
2026 Reviews (2026)
5 Stars
1102
4 Stars
719
3 Stars
135
2 Stars
41
1 Stars
29
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.2
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.3
95.3%
Recommend this course
1904 out of 2026 reviews
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4.4
70 Reviews (70)
5 Stars
37
4 Stars
27
3 Stars
6
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.3
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.8
97.1%
Recommend this course
68 out of 70 reviews
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4.5
90 Reviews (90)
5 Stars
51
4 Stars
32
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
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Conditions
4.5
Value
4.3
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.8
97.8%
Recommend this course
88 out of 90 reviews
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Course Highlights
Gulf Shores Golf Club consistently earns praise for its pure, fast greens and well-maintained fairways that impress both first-timers and returning visitors. The exceptionally friendly and knowledgeable staff create a welcoming atmosphere that keeps golfers coming back.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Style Traditional
Par 71
Length 6856 yards
Slope 127
Rating 72.9

The 18-hole Gulf Shores Golf Club (formerly known as Golf Club of The Wharf) in Gulf Shores, Alabama is a public golf course that opened in 1963. Designed by Earl Stone, the previously named Gulf Shores Golf Club went in 2005 through a renovation that lengthened the course by 300 yards. Gulf Shores Golf Club plays for 6,856 yards from the championship tees and has a slope rating of 127 and a 72.9 USGA rating. The course features 5 sets of tees for different skill levels.

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Course Details

Year Built 1963
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Mini Verde Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Earl Stone Jay Morrish (2007) Carter Morrish (2007)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Pull-carts No
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes - "Schuessler Golf Academy"
Teaching Pro Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover Accepted
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed No
Dress code Proper golf attire is required

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Reviews

4.4
2026 Reviews (2026)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 16
Patio Dining 7
19th Hole Specials 6
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 42
Bunkers 41
Forced Carries 20
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 26
Locals 24
Seniors 21
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 32
Near Local Attractions 14
Worth the Drive 10

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Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great layout

Greens were a good speed but very bumpy with crab grass. Looked to have been punched recently but maybe we’re not top dressed or rain washed it away.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
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
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Enjoyable Round

First time playing here. Had my brother in law and father in law with me. They play VERY little. It was a good course to challenge the low handicap, but very playable for the high handicap. Greens had some crabgrass in them, but were surprisingly fast! I really enjoyed it!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

“Non-resort” Gem!

With all the “resort” courses in and around Gulf Shores GSGC is an old classic course that is a great alternative. Nice layout that is a challenge and fun to play. Everyone in the clubhouse is friendly. Not a lot of frills, just good golf. Green fee is a little steep but what the market bears during the summer in GS.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Course staff

It was 105 degree heat index and none of the water coolers across the entire course from 8am - 1pm contained any water. After briefing staff initially, we expected it would be addressed by the back 9.

Course Marshall’s were also very rude. We went in after 9 and were heckled for how long we took (20 minutes) and ruining the course of play.

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 18
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Terrell review

I really enjoyed this course. Honestly, the only thing which would have made my experience better, would be a Mikitary Discounted Rate! Challenging, yet playable layout! Very friendly and well maintained!!

Jay Terrell

Go Navy...1980-85!!

Only a small handful serve (less than 4%) so others don't have to!!

THANK YOU, TO ALL VETERANS!!⚓️

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Oldie and a goodie

GSGC has been around a long time and has a great layout. Always enjoy this course and it’s traditional feel.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Enjoyable course

Fairways and greens were in great shape. Pace was slow thru front nine but got better on the back.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Gulf Shores visit

We enjoyed our round. I really don't have any complaints. I would play here again when I return to the area.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a year
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Beautiful Course & Great Value

It has been a few years since I have been golfing, but I am glad I restarted playing here! Beautiful course with well-kept putting greens. The equipment & facilities are great. The staff is super friendly and helpful too!! I would recommend this course to anyone looking for a fun 4 hours in paradise!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
First Time Playing

Nice, but.,..

Tees,, fairways and traps were all pretty good and layout was interesting but the greens were very spotty and poor for anyone that enjoys seeing the ball roll smoothly. Don't think I'd play it again with these greens even at $56 or whatever.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice course

Course is good condition as usual. Always have enjoyed playing here each vacation.

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Kind of surprised they allowed a walk-in to push me of off my tee time that I had reserved AND prepaid three days prior.

Could have shown my hind quarters, but I’m on vacation, so what’s time!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Front 9 was dry and needed water. Back 9 was great

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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