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4.3
413 Reviews (413)
5 Stars
205
4 Stars
147
3 Stars
41
2 Stars
14
1 Stars
6
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.1
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.2
92.2%
Recommend this course
380 out of 413 reviews
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3.6
9 Reviews (9)
5 Stars
5
4 Stars
0
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
3
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.2
Value
3.2
Layout
4.8
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.6
66.7%
Recommend this course
6 out of 9 reviews
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4.1
37 Reviews (37)
5 Stars
18
4 Stars
11
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
3
1 Stars
1
Conditions
3.9
Value
3.9
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.8
89.2%
Recommend this course
33 out of 37 reviews
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Course Highlights
The course layout impresses with great views, well-maintained fairways, and strong drainage that keeps the course playable after rain. Exceptionally friendly staff and solid value for money make this a course worth returning to.

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Holes 18
Type Public/Resort
Par 71
Length 7077 yards
Slope 130
Rating 74.0
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Contraband Bayou Golf Club
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Course Details

Year Built 2005
Fairways 419 Bermuda Grass
Greens Champion Ultradwarf Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Tom Fazio (2005) Beau Welling (2005)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Food & Beverage

Beverage Carts

Available Facilities

Spa

Available Activities

Swimming

Available Sports

Fitness

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Reviews

4.3
413 Reviews (413)

What Golfers Are Saying

Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 14
Bunkers 13
Undulating Greens 7
This course/club is great for:
A Weekend Splurge 13
Locals 11
Group Getaways 10
This Course's Location is:
At a Resort 13
Near Local Attractions 12
Convenient to the City 10

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Played On
Reviews 61
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Good layout.

The lady at the counter was very professional.Upon telling her that I had a tee time from golf now she immediately check my confirmation thru her computer.

The starter immediately accompanied me and brief me about course.I started playing 2 hrs. ahead of my tee time.

The course was in excellent condition and very nice people managing the course.

See you next time guys.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Poor weather
Used cart

Beautiful Course

I can not wait to play this course again ... hopefully it will be good weather next time. The weather was not good at all we had to sit and wait at several holes for the rain to slack to finish the hole. After waiting several time we just gave up and headed home. Only played 13 holes. That is the reason for the fair rating on the course condition.

Conditions Fair
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Greens need work

Everything about the course is fine except the greens which should be the foremost focus of any golf course manager. Some weeds were moving in on some greens and others didn't putt smoothly at all. Nothing more frustrating than stroking a putt and see bounce a few inches into the roll.

Conditions Fair
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Best Play in Lake Charles

The front 9 is long and wide, while the back 9 is a little tight, but fun. Carts with GPS and concession cart puts the course over the top. Friendly staff and beautiful scenery. Look out for gators!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

This court is great,

Good place to play.we Wil be back another time for sure.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

good shape

Just aerated the greens. Other than that in great shape.

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

great golf course

This was a really fun course to play will be back

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Average weather
Used cart

HOT DEAL FOR HOT TIME IN LOUISIANA

This course runs along the bayou in front of L'Auberge Casino. It provides a pretty outdoor break from the casino. The layout is mostly flat, but there are plenty of sand traps and water features to give the holes some variety. The staff was very friendly and helpful. This was a Monday, so I had the course almost to myself. The one drawback was that the greens had just been dressed and heavily sanded. They were quite slow. The electric cart with GPS was smooth and helpful around the course. I'll play here again when there is a "Hot Time " on Golf Now, though I'll try to avoid Monday.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 24
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Golf & Gambling

Always play this course when over at the casinos. Love the layout and staff is always nice. You can usually get a great deal on golfnow for the course.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful course

Love the GPS in the carts

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 38
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Michigan Advisor
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

An excellent choice for golf in Louisiana

We had no idea what type of course we would find in Lake Charles, LA but were totally impressed with Contraband Bayou Golf Club.

The staff was extremely friendly upon arrival and throughout the entire day. Kudos to all of them from the young men at Bag drop, starter, pro shop staff and beverage cart girls….yes they had a beverage cart available for the entire round, actually two of them which was a welcomed surprise.

The course was in impeccable shape. Greens were in very good shape and true albeit a little slow but that was due to days of rain that week. Great pace of play all day long and that helped make the round even more pleasurable.

As we are attempting to complete playing at least one round of golf in each of the 50 states, my wife and I are very proud to place Contraband Bayou as the Louisiana representative. The price may be a little high for some but you do get what you pay for at this course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 44
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Gator coyntry

Worth the trip and money. Look forward to playing there again

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

So much fun

This course is a blast and fun for all levels I love Fazio courses. A must play in Lske Charles.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 17
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Fair weather
Used cart

Very playable

this is a great course for a beginner to an advanced golfer. Its a playable course that offers a challenge to every level of golfer. The course was in great condition and the greens were rolling great. Look for hot deals on this course, its worth it.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Marshal Please

Course is always in good shape and usually not too crowded but other than on the first tee you never see a marshal. The last couple of times we played the course, it has bunched up and got really slow. There were plenty of open holes but no marshal to break up the jam. Ruins the round.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 13
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Texan visiting

The young lady at the club house service desk was very personable and professional. Your Starter Gary was extremely friendly and accommodating making my round more enjoyable. Greens were over seeded so a bit slow and spongy but rolled pretty true given that. Wide fairways and sufficient tees accommodate the range of handicaps you must get. Thoroughly enjoyed the round even in a 15 MPH+ wind.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Average weather
Used cart

good course......great staff..........

this course was in pretty good condition considering the weather had been horrible for the last 3 days and a large golf outing prior to our play. but the biggest accolade I have for this course has to be for the entire staff here, especially for the manager Jenny F. we were hungry before the round and so asked what they had and since they don't have a place for hot food at the clubhouse she just asked us what we were in the mood for and picked it up from a restaurant in the casino while we warmed up on the range. I saw them treat everyone there with the same backbreaking courtesy. very impressed and will definitely be playing here again when we come back.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

WELL DESIGNED COURSE AND GREAT PRICING

YOU WILL ENJOY THIS GREAT LAYOUT AND BESIDES THAT THE AWESOME AFFORDABLE PRICING , BUT YOU STILL HAVE TO PLAY SMART SO ENJOY YOUR ROUND AND HAVE LUNCH ACROSS THE STREET AT LU'BERGE CASINO OR THEIR AWESOME BUFFET SO MAKE A DAY OF IT GUY'S ENJOY !

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Average weather
Used cart

Beautiful course

great golf course especially with a deal 25$ to play before noon.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Well designed resort course

Was wet and wintery but enjoyable. Course is well designed and even though you're in the middle of activity, the course feels isolated or well buffered.
Fazio did a lot with a smallish tract.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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