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4.3
1997 Reviews (1997)
5 Stars
1086
4 Stars
709
3 Stars
132
2 Stars
41
1 Stars
29
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.1
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.2
91.9%
Recommend this course
1876 out of 1997 reviews
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4.4
45 Reviews (45)
5 Stars
22
4 Stars
20
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.3
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.9
97.8%
Recommend this course
44 out of 45 reviews
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4.4
93 Reviews (93)
5 Stars
52
4 Stars
30
3 Stars
8
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.2
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.8
94.6%
Recommend this course
88 out of 93 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

4.3
1997 Reviews (1997)

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 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 35
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Great Time

Excellent place to play golf. Nice little restaurant/bar upstairs with very friendly staff and good food at a good price. The starter very inviting. The range has balls to hit and a chipping/putting just off to the side. Pace of play was excellent and we didn't seem pushed to play faster anytime during the round. The one thing that I appreciated about the course the most was there were plenty of yard markers along the fairway. Definitely would go back again

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 38
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 23
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Good Time on the course

Had early morning tee time before a event and it was like my own personal golf course. Played solo for a great practice round. Course was in great shape a, serious fog bank in area made for a different type of game. Would recommend this course for a fun round of golf.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Bunch of theives!

I booked this through golf now and then the other day they charged $99 to my credit card. Don't use this service!!!!!!!

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 32
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Round at Gulf Shores Golf Club

Another great round at Gulf Shores. Excellent and friendly staff with great conditions on the course. Had lunch to go at the turn which was amazing. Always plan on playing this course when in the area.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 118
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
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Previously Played

Nice greens

Layout is interesting requiring many different shots. Some tees need work, fairways are good but most importantly the greens were awesome, ball rolled true and fast. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Also with range balls included on a great practice facility, it is a complete golf experience.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 35
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fun Course

Course is in excellent condition. The staff was fabulous and the weather was too. Don’t pass up an opportunity to play the Gulf Shores Golf Course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Favorite Golf Course

I’ve played many times at different seasons of the year during vacations to Gulf Shores. Staff is excellent and welcoming. It’s my favorite track and always in great shape. Fantastic greens and highly recommended playing.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 184
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

GREAT COURSE

This was a great experience! The staff was great. I am a 68 year old golfer that has many physical limitations due to a hard life. I have never asked for the blue flag. The marshal was the most kind and thoughtful staff member I have ever encountered.!! I was on the second tee box and he pulled up with a blue flag, put on my cart, and kindly told me that he brought me the flag because he wanted me to cut down on my steps so I could enjoy my round better. What a shock that was. Very thoughtful and kind!! I recommend this course to all my golfing friends!! Thank you!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 7
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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