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The Bluffs on Thompson Creek
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The Bluffs on Thompson Creek enjoys a beautiful setting tucked away amid mature hardwood forests. Creeks freely meander throughout the golf course, interconnecting with the sparkling ponds that can be found throughout. The layout is an Arnold Palmer design that takes advantage of the hills, bluffs, and hollows of the varied landscape. You face uneven lies and a few blind shots thanks to the terrain but you'll also get scenic views of the surrounding area. Accuracy is important to have but it's not an overly punishing layout if you happen to be errant. The golf course has a challenging start with an uphill par 3 as the opening hole. Another memorable hole is the par-3 eighth, which features a 50-foot drop to the fairway below. It's both an intimidating and beautiful hole.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 72 | 7005 yards | 74.4 | 142 |
| Blue | 72 | 6446 yards | 72.0 | 131 |
| Green | 72 | 5758 yards | 68.9 | 118 |
| Green (W) | 72 | 5758 yards | 74.2 | 126 |
| Silver | 72 | 4762 yards | 64.0 | 111 |
| Red (W) | 72 | 4634 yards | 67.9 | 112 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 73.3/139 | 410 | 347 | 415 | 207 | 358 | 405 | 173 | 431 | 531 | 3277 | 434 | 381 | 518 | 178 | 367 | 400 | 452 | 218 | 506 | 3454 | 6731 |
| Black/Blue M: 71.8/131 | 410 | 320 | 415 | 196 | 358 | 378 | 173 | 390 | 494 | 3134 | 396 | 381 | 468 | 178 | 348 | 400 | 404 | 218 | 482 | 3275 | 6409 |
| Blue M: 70.9/129 | 373 | 320 | 385 | 196 | 343 | 378 | 147 | 390 | 494 | 3026 | 396 | 366 | 468 | 143 | 348 | 388 | 404 | 202 | 482 | 3197 | 6223 |
| Blue/Green M: 69.9/124 | 373 | 304 | 385 | 175 | 343 | 346 | 147 | 344 | 494 | 2911 | 375 | 366 | 454 | 143 | 304 | 388 | 387 | 202 | 440 | 3059 | 5970 |
| Green M: 68.3/116 W: 73.4/121 | 327 | 304 | 345 | 175 | 291 | 346 | 125 | 344 | 447 | 2704 | 375 | 338 | 454 | 94 | 304 | 323 | 387 | 192 | 440 | 2907 | 5611 |
| Green/Silver M: 64.6/114 W: 69.6/119 | 327 | 270 | 345 | 83 | 291 | 299 | 125 | 276 | 359 | 2375 | 313 | 338 | 335 | 94 | 247 | 323 | 358 | 192 | 398 | 2598 | 4973 |
| Silver M: 63.4/109 W: 66.9/117 | 235 | 270 | 290 | 83 | 236 | 299 | 118 | 276 | 359 | 2166 | 313 | 281 | 335 | 87 | 247 | 296 | 358 | 112 | 398 | 2427 | 4593 |
| Red W: 66.7/111 | 230 | 256 | 287 | 77 | 227 | 297 | 113 | 268 | 354 | 2109 | 309 | 274 | 329 | 81 | 240 | 289 | 329 | 110 | 390 | 2351 | 4460 |
| Handicap | 7 | 5 | 11 | 1 | 15 | 13 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 2 | 10 | 14 | 18 | 16 | 6 | 8 | 4 | 12 | |||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap (W) | 13 | 1 | 7 | 17 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 9 | 3 | 4 | 12 | 8 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 6 | 16 | 2 |
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Reviewer Photos
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17th tee box Photo submitted by u314160248851 on 11/13/2020
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18th tee box Photo submitted by u314160248851 on 11/13/2020
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Photo submitted by u314159841435 on 11/07/2020
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Photo submitted by Tom5929581 on 09/27/2020
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Photo submitted by RGA11D5586E1EB84817E on 05/22/2020
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Didn't know they got rid of that creek on the left, that hole area is in rough shape Photo submitted by lsutigers17 on 01/08/2020
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Typical bunker condition Photo submitted by u000005447986 on 08/03/2017
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#8 Photo submitted by Bigboudreaux on 06/23/2017
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Hole 9 Photo submitted by jl12 on 01/16/2017
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PAR 3(8TH) Photo submitted by lsutigers17 on 02/14/2013
Best track near Baton Rouge!
Thought the course was fantastic. Firm greens that rolled true but also allowed the ball to check up. Difficult holes where placement is vital to scoring. Par 4s were collectively short from the blues. Would likely play the tips next time. Only complaint is that some of the tee boxes were pretty chewed up. Advise to move them around to give time for them to repair and regrow. Sand traps were a bit rocky and not very full. All around lovely course with challenging holes! Can’t wait to get back out there and play again!
Beautiful course!
The elevation changes on this course are challenging yet fun. The greens and bunkers were in good shape but some of the tee box’s could use some work. This course is so scenic that my wife (who does not play golf) like to ride along with me just to enjoy the beautiful scenery. A must play if you are in the area.
Excellent Course!
I would highly recommend, this course was excellent. very challenging, VERY well kept, facilities were clean, super friendly staff, restaurant was very good. Will definitely be back!
Hello, ram2017. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are sorry to see that your overall experience was anything short of 5 stars, but we hope you'll give us another try in the near future.
The course was in excellent shape as usual,the new staff a very helpful.We will definitely be back it’s a challenging course.
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Group of 5 playing an hour ahead of us slowed up the course and took entirely too long looking for balls. The course was great, but the players exercised poor golf etiquette.
Trending upward but still a shell of its former self
I know it's winter and I took that into consideration. Greens rolling really well and fast. Tee boxes were mostly really bad, fairways were okay, most covered in patches of poa annua but grass none the less. Most bunkers were totally neglected, and anywhere that wasn't the faiway or green was in pretty bad shape.
I'm eager for summer to see how big of a step this course can take back in the right direction. The layout and scenery are A+. Still not quite worth the drive unless you can pay $30ish.
Hello, lsutigers17. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are sorry to see that your overall experience was anything short of 5 stars, but we hope you'll give us another try in the near future.
It’s winter so course is in that typical winter time condition. Love this course❣️
The course is on its way back. The greens are beautiful, and the fairways are very good as well. The tee boxes are mostly fine; a couple are a bit sandy. The bunkers are in fair condition and probably need to rack and place in many of them.
I heard that the homeowners have bought the course and there is a lot of effort into rebuilding the course into it's former glory. Let's hope that comes to fruition, because this course layout is one of the best in the Gulf South.
Best design in Louisiana
The Arnold Palmer designed golf course isn’t just the typical flat Louisiana golf course were used to. Awesome elevation changes make you feel as if you’re in the Carolinas.
Greens are in decent shape, consistent roll. Staff was friendly, but pace of play could have been better. Overall I definitely will be back and bringing my friends along as well. Love this place.
Hi WMaciasz, thanks for leaving us a review! We're glad you enjoyed your time at The Bluffs Golf and Sports Resort and hope you'll come see us again soon with an even better pace of play.
Keeps getting better
So glad to see this wonderful golf course continue to improve. Three of us played today as our wives rode along. The staff went out of their way to make certain that we all had a great experience. We enjoyed lunch at the turn and the golf course is in good shape. Go Play!
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It was definitely a great time amazing course to play. Will most definitely be back !
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Thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We see you rated the course 2-stars and are interested in learning what we can do to improve for your next visit. We take customer feedback very serious at our course. Please reach out to our team in the golf shop and tell us what's on your mind. Thank you for playing The Bluffs Golf and Sports Resort.