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Gulf Shores Golf Club
Rating Snapshot
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
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
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
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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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Gulf Shores Golf Club
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| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 71 | 6856 yards | 72.9 | 127 |
| Blue | 71 | 6410 yards | 70.7 | 121 |
| White | 71 | 6006 yards | 68.8 | 119 |
| Teal | 71 | 5420 yards | 66.0 | 114 |
| Teal (W) | 71 | 5420 yards | 71.3 | 121 |
| Red | 71 | 4822 yards | 63.3 | 107 |
| Red (W) | 71 | 4822 yards | 67.9 | 114 |
Scorecard for Gulf Shores Golf Club
Metrics:
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold M: 72.9/127 | 345 | 443 | 521 | 207 | 438 | 172 | 595 | 231 | 463 | 3415 | 442 | 327 | 413 | 185 | 495 | 165 | 379 | 465 | 526 | 3397 | 6812 |
| Blue M: 70.7/121 | 325 | 417 | 511 | 175 | 406 | 156 | 566 | 204 | 433 | 3193 | 413 | 310 | 383 | 164 | 476 | 140 | 344 | 438 | 504 | 3172 | 6365 |
| White M: 68.8/119 W: 74.4/129 | 316 | 394 | 492 | 148 | 367 | 149 | 530 | 164 | 395 | 2955 | 381 | 300 | 373 | 150 | 448 | 112 | 333 | 408 | 490 | 2995 | 5950 |
| Green M: 66.0/114 W: 71.3/121 | 293 | 361 | 398 | 140 | 330 | 131 | 499 | 134 | 367 | 2653 | 345 | 253 | 345 | 127 | 409 | 102 | 312 | 371 | 445 | 2709 | 5362 |
| Red M: 63.3/107 W: 67.9/114 | 266 | 335 | 347 | 105 | 310 | 84 | 476 | 100 | 324 | 2347 | 308 | 230 | 307 | 105 | 384 | 83 | 292 | 345 | 389 | 2443 | 4790 |
| Handicap | 17 | 3 | 5 | 9 | 11 | 13 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 4 | 16 | 12 | 18 | 8 | 14 | 10 | 2 | 6 | |||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap (W) | 17 | 3 | 9 | 13 | 7 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 5 | 10 | 14 | 12 | 18 | 8 | 16 | 4 | 2 | 6 |
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Course Details
Year Built 1963
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Mini Verde Grass
Golf Season Year round
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
Reviews
4.3
Reviewer Photos
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Photo submitted by Winkdad25 on 10/14/2025
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Photo submitted by u4410039 on 08/12/2025
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Photo submitted by u4410039 on 08/12/2025
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Photo submitted by u4410039 on 08/12/2025
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Photo submitted by u4410039 on 08/12/2025
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Green # 10 Photo submitted by dohrenwend on 11/24/2024
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Photo submitted by u314159457033 on 10/20/2024
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Photo submitted by schaeffern on 05/05/2024
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Photo submitted by dhelmic2 on 08/03/2023
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Take black squirrels Photo submitted by u314162583747 on 05/10/2023
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Turtle in middle of fairway Photo submitted by u314162583747 on 05/10/2023
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Spectator Photo submitted by u314162433412 on 03/16/2023
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Photo submitted by u000007670160 on 12/07/2022
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Photo submitted by u000007670160 on 12/07/2022
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Photo submitted by u000007670160 on 12/07/2022
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Photo submitted by Thomas9558667 on 11/03/2021
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Photo submitted by u314161906872 on 10/25/2021
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Photo submitted by Jan9724333 on 05/08/2021
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Very calm Photo submitted by ccbwc771 on 01/15/2021
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I missed the birdie putt Photo submitted by ccbwc771 on 01/15/2021
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Photo submitted by Yzzo on 12/23/2020
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Photo submitted by u000007670160 on 11/28/2020
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Photo submitted by u314160973520 on 11/02/2020
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Photo submitted by u1707051068 on 08/18/2020
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Social Distancing Photo submitted by aouziel on 06/30/2020
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Photo submitted by u314159841948 on 06/18/2020
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18th green Photo submitted by BrandonWebb on 06/16/2020
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Approach view, par-4 16th hole Photo submitted by BrandonWebb on 06/16/2020
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Approach view, par-4 11th hole Photo submitted by BrandonWebb on 06/16/2020
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Approach view, par-5 7th hole Photo submitted by BrandonWebb on 06/16/2020
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Greenside, par-3 4th hole Photo submitted by BrandonWebb on 06/16/2020
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Approach view, par-4 first hole Photo submitted by BrandonWebb on 06/16/2020
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Photo submitted by 4jGOZ7lPpjIye2vHBp9Z on 01/22/2020
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Photo submitted by 4jGOZ7lPpjIye2vHBp9Z on 01/22/2020
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Photo submitted by 4jGOZ7lPpjIye2vHBp9Z on 01/22/2020
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Photo submitted by u046514872 on 01/08/2020
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Played with Bob From California and witnessed his hole in one Photo submitted by u078566619 on 10/01/2019
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Photo submitted by u314159603482 on 09/10/2019
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Photo submitted by u352164988 on 09/09/2019
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Approach to #16 Green Photo submitted by ShragMagtite on 10/08/2017
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Shot with my DRONE, ( I am licensed). Photo submitted by u217220257 on 02/20/2017
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Photo submitted by jaytack on 07/06/2016
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On 11/23/2022
Reviews 50
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
Great course and staff
Always I am happy to play this course when in Gulf Shores.
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
I Recommend This Course
Thanksgiving treat
Have not played for 2-3 years but still is a lot of fun. Greens slick as I have every seen. Course n great condition.
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
I Recommend This Course
Wonderful Course
Have played twice since we've been visiting. Friendly staff, great amenities, challenging course for a high handicapper! Beautiful course, love that it has been around for so long! Will come back when we are in the area again! LOVED IT!
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
I Recommend This Course
NIce course
I liked the course the fairways was generous for the amateur player, The bunkers all was groomed and easy to play out of. The greens were slightly fast, I glad I practiced prior to playing to get a feel for them. I shot a 51 on the front and a 48 on the back. I was really having a nice back 9 and I took a 9 on 18. Two in the water. :( I played with a man named John who had played the course so he was helpful in some shot making decisions. I had 5 pars on the course so I was happy. When in the area I probably go back. thanks
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On 11/10/2022
Reviews 35
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On 11/07/2022
Reviews 35
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On 11/01/2022
Reviews 35
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
I Recommend This Course
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On 10/26/2022
Reviews 29
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
DRY
In August the course was under water from 35 inches of rain. . This time it was too dry from no rain since August. No lplus grass in the fairway and some greens were bumpy.
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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