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4.5
1425 Reviews (1425)
5 Stars
729
4 Stars
498
3 Stars
130
2 Stars
33
1 Stars
35
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.8
94.3%
Recommend this course
1308 out of 1425 reviews
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4.3
26 Reviews (26)
5 Stars
14
4 Stars
9
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.0
Layout
4.8
Pace
3.7
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.6
92.3%
Recommend this course
24 out of 26 reviews
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4.5
58 Reviews (58)
5 Stars
37
4 Stars
16
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.3
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.7
94.8%
Recommend this course
55 out of 58 reviews
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Course Highlights
Island Pointe's layout along the French Broad River delivers consistently fast, immaculate greens and fairways that keep golfers returning across the region. Exceptionally friendly staff and smooth pace of play round out an experience that offers outstanding value near Knoxville and Gatlinburg.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 7001 yards
Slope 133
Rating 75.4

Championship Layout by Arthur Hills. Links Style course over 175 acres traversing the French Broad River. Play along and over the river.

#10 Ranked Public / Private Golf Course (Golf Magazine)

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Course Details

Year Built 1991
Fairways Zoysia Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Arthur Hills (1991)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Proper golf attire required. Shirts must have collars and shorts must be Bermuda length. Tank tops, t-shirts and denim are not permitted.

Food & Beverage

Beverage Carts

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

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Reviews

4.5
1425 Reviews (1425)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 12
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 74
Bunkers 54
Undulating Greens 51
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 60
Advanced Golfers 40
Locals 35
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 64
Convenient to the City 28
Near Local Attractions 23

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Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Great Course

First time playing this course. It was in great shape. We’ll play again when back in town.!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played

4/5

I like the course in general, however the greens were punched and the starter told us they were playing fast that day so hmm. Grass was pretty high in many cuts, but the layout is great, the pace of play is always fine, and the amenities and merchandise continue to improve.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

So Slow

This is our favorite course to play around Knoxville, because its always in great shape. But the pace of play was extremely slow. It took us 4 hours to play 14 holes, so we ended up leaving. It was taking 22-25 minutes to play each hole and having to wait at every single shot. Sometimes you just go to know when to pick up your ball and move on. For the price to play there now, they ought to have a ranger out there.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Awesome Course

This is a fun course to play. It’s a beautiful layout next to a river. It was packed the day I played so I won’t say anything against the pace of play it happens. The fairways and greens have been kept up in awesome shape. The greens are like walking on a cushion. It’s not wide open so a straight shot is needed on multiple holes. The greens wasn’t to challenging in breaks they read true. The staff was all professional and very nice. They have a cart that goes around that has snacks and drinks. Cart paths are under construction but that’s not a big deal. This is a beautiful fun course to play. I’d recommend this course to anyone.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 28
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
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 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Loved the course but they were very busy for a Monday, took 4.5 hours for 18. Not mad about it, it is what it is. Would definitely go back.

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

Pace of play

Pace of play was absolutely horrible but the course is phenomenal!

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

Enjoyable round of golf

The course was in excellent condition, if your ball was in the fairway it was really difficult to have a bad lie, the greens were smooth and rolled well, they were a little quicker than I have been used to but I like them like they were. I thought that the staff was polite and helpful. We were the first group out so pace of play was not an issue and we played in around 4 hours. I thought the scenery was absolutely beautiful and a very good value for the price. I was unaware that the damage that was received in North Carolina from the storms had reached East Tennessee as well and from my understanding of some of the damage they received I think they have done a fantastic job getting the golf back into the condition that it is in which in my opinion was excellent. As a new resident to the Knoxville area I will play the course again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 28
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 17
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
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
1.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Stay away from Island Pointe

The absolute worst staff and rangers of any course I have ever played. The course is nice but not worth dealing with incompetent staff and extremely rude rangers. They pile up the tee times and do nothing to enforce golf etiquette and rules like not allowing groups behind from hitting into you. Don't complain because they might just kick you off the course if you do.

Conditions Good
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 04/15/2026

Tee times are scheduled 10 minutes apart. When guests are paired with other guests, they are expected to play as four for the entire round and not split apart. We have a zero-tolerance policy when threats of physical harm are made towards any guest, staff member or person on the property. Our staff de- escalated the situation where you intentionally hit another group golf balls into the water and back towards them. When groups split, it slows play, and while it is unacceptable to hit into other groups intentionally, our staff calmly handled the situation after talking to multiple groups, including those directly behind you. Unfortunately, you were asked to leave due to your behavior. It was unfortunate it progressed as it did, but things happen, we are all human. We suggest coming out during a non-peak time where you can enjoy time on the course with your son.

Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fun Course

Played a round here while on vacation. Challenging course, but nothing crazy. Would play here again.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great layout

Course was in great shape. All bunkers are still gur due to flooding damage from Helene. The snack shack was closed after being told it was open. Not a big deal but you don’t return to club house until 18. Pace of place was awful, almost 5 1/2hrs for the round. Usually one of my favorite courses but pace of play and pin placements made for a disappointment. All pins were within 7-10’ from edge of the greens.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Poor
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