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3.7
930 Reviews (930)
5 Stars
107
4 Stars
358
3 Stars
251
2 Stars
112
1 Stars
102
Conditions
3.5
Value
3.8
Layout
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.7
82.9%
Recommend this course
647 out of 930 reviews
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3.7
68 Reviews (68)
5 Stars
17
4 Stars
27
3 Stars
16
2 Stars
3
1 Stars
5
Conditions
3.5
Value
3.7
Layout
4.1
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.6
StaffFriendliness
4.3
80.9%
Recommend this course
55 out of 68 reviews
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3.8
98 Reviews (98)
5 Stars
28
4 Stars
41
3 Stars
18
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
7
Conditions
3.6
Value
3.8
Layout
4.1
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.7
StaffFriendliness
4.3
83.7%
Recommend this course
82 out of 98 reviews
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Course Highlights
Three distinct 9-hole layouts offer varied challenges, with consistently smooth greens and improving fairway conditions that reward accurate ball-striking. Exceptionally friendly staff and a brisk pace of play make this course an outstanding value for the area.

About

Holes 18
Type Public/Municipal
Par 72
Length 6861 yards
Slope 118
Rating 72.6

Just north of the Jacksonville Airport, Fernandina Beach Golf Club offers three 18-hole courses that are conveniently located within distance of both Jacksonville and the beach. There are three distinct nines at the club that create three different 18-hole combinations. The West/South combination is the tournament course at Fernandina Beach Golf Club. The West nine is long and there is a challenging par-5 that is one of the most difficult on the golf course. The South nine features an abundance of trees and water hazards, putting a heavier emphasis on accuracy rather than distance in scoring well. The golf course is also considered a perfect example of scenic Florida golf with native foliage and wildlife throughout.

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Course Details

Year Built 1920
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Ed Matson

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range 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
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Collared shirt, no cutoffs, denim OK

Food & Beverage

Snacks, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

3.7
930 Reviews (930)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 17
Watching the Game 10
Brunch 9
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 17
Narrow Fairways 16
Water Hazards 14
This course/club is great for:
Locals 24
Seniors 17
Walkers 17
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 25
Worth the Drive 14
Near the Airport 12

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Reviews 56
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

In great shape!

Great course to play. In great shape. Greens rolled true. A little slow but not hairy. They were in good shape. There were a few that had some burnt edges but overall not bad. Fairways were lush and perfect. Could stand to be just a little lower cut for more rollout but I also get it given the Florida heat in July. Ended up playing alone as no one was on my tee time. Played front nine in 1 hr 15min. And back in just under two hrs. Played West and South nines. Always love playing here. Worth the 40 min drive up from Jax.

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

Good times

Much improved course. 2023 til now is night and day. Few rough looking tee boxes ( didnt hinder anything), other than that the course was in great shape. Fairways and greens are in great condition..I played the west and south courses. Amenity wise ..not having water on a course in Florida is diabolical. Maybe it s for legal reasons. I still enjoyed playing there. Plenty of shade to hideout in.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Enjoyable Round of Golf

The staff was knowledgeable and friendly. It has three 9 hole couses which gives you different options. I played the West/North 18 holes which was in good condition with undulating greens. It has plenty of tee boxes to fit your age or ability. I really enjoyed my round and will play it again.

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

Great Course

It was empty which i love. The staff is very friendly.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Junior rate for 18 holes.

All was good but the rate for my 13 year old grandson to play 18. 42.00 dollars for a junior golfer on a municipal course? Ridiculous. If you are going to grow the game through youth it must remain accessible.I paid less than him on Golfnow.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice Course….except!

Played N & S courses, greens and fairways in great condition. I know they’ve been working hard to get the courses back in good shape. My only complaint and next are to work in are the cart paths. ATROCIOUS PATHS! Other than that, I’d play again, only this time making sure to ask for the Seniors Rate. It was fun and somewhat forgiving! Great Old Florida feel!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
3.0
Previously Played
Value Average
Friendliness Poor
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great course

I had a 2:30 tee time but the course was not very busy so I was able to start early. This coursr has nice wide fairways and it's great for all skill levels. It very nice course, well kept and friendly staff.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times 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 40
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

A few suggestions

I have played all 3 nines, and they all have their challenges from narrow, short and long, and wide-open. This a fun municipal course but the cost is a bit high for me to play here on a regular basis. The other issue I think could be improved is the course / pro shop opening time. I have had tee times at 0707 and 0715 arrived "early" like 0630 and pro-shop was closed and did not open until 0650. I have played golf for nearly 60 years, and I have never experienced a pro-shop opening this late with a 0700-start time.

But outside of these suggestions I was pleased with the course conditions, pace of play and staff. I would and have recommended this course to friends.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great round

My tee-time was at 12:30. I had to wait maybe 10 minutes on a twosome to get to the green. I teed off and there was a twosome behind me. The pace was great throughout the entire round. No stalling at all. Very peaceful round, the course looked great.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 19
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Vacation Golf

Very pleased with pace of play., condition of the course and staff was very helpful. Highly recommend this course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

West Course

The west course greens were absolutely terrible. Huge and filled divots that looked like you were trying to putt in the fairway. It's insane that this course is over $60. This is a $30 course max.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Fair
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Excellent Course

Fun course and great staff. Greens were recently sanded but should clear up soon. Love this place!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 17
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Great Municipal Course

Fun, quick round of golf while on vacation. Forgiving and relatively easy course. Greens had been recently punched and course was in great shape. Excellent value.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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