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1568 Reviews (1568)
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Value
4.2
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.3
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4.3
58 Reviews (58)
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Conditions
4.1
Value
3.8
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.3
Amenities
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4.7
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Conditions
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Value
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Layout
4.5
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4.8
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Course Highlights
Exceptionally friendly staff and well-maintained conditions make this Amelia Island course a consistent favorite among recent players. The thoughtful layout, quality amenities, and smooth pace of play deliver strong value for golfers visiting the area.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6878 yards
Slope 139
Rating 74.0

The Amelia River Club is located on Amelia Island, just north of Jacksonville and within minutes of the historic town of Fernandina Beach. Renowned as one of the best-conditioned courses in the area with incredibly smooth greens, sculpted around a forest of majestic Live Oaks, Sable Palms, Pines and Wax Myrtles.

This par 72 track, designed by Tom Jackson, plays to a yardage of 6,878 from the back tees. It's pristine condition features well manicured rolling fairways, smooth bunkers and greens that challenge all skill levels. This course is unique in character and is a treat to play.

The Amelia River consists of 18 holes of challenging golf where ball control and accuracy are keys to a great game. The fairways are wide and open, giving the golfer a sense of a traditional Scottish links course on some holes and a narrow tree lined experience on others. The 13th hole is a good example of the course’s challenges. This long par five runs along the border of the Fernandina Beach Airport and is a strategic three shot hole. Too long and left at lay up and you will have to deal with a water hazard. The wind can play havoc with this hole as it reminds one of an open links style design. In contrast #9 is a tree lined par four with very little room for error and includes a forced carry over Alligator Creek.

The signature 17th hole is a par three surrounded by water demanding an accurate shot to the island green which closely resembles another very famous golf hole in our area! The final hole ends at the edge of the Amelia River and its expansive tidal marsh.

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Tees
Tee Par Length Rating Slope
Gold 72 6878 yards 74.0 139
Blue 72 6349 yards 71.6 136
Blue/Black 72 6082 yards 70.4 131
Black 72 5872 yards 69.4 127
Black/White 72 5546 yards 67.9 122
White (W) 72 5290 yards 71.7 129
White 72 5290 yards 66.7 118
White/Green (W) 72 4992 yards 69.3 119
White/Green 72 4992 yards 64.7 107
Green 72 4706 yards 64.1 113
Green (W) 72 4706 yards 68.4 117
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Scorecard for The Amelia River 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: 73.1/140 551 371 385 206 557 382 218 396 420 3486 366 384 196 587 360 356 431 164 548 3392 6878
Blue M: 70.5/133 W: 76.6/143 521 337 372 176 521 356 190 363 389 3225 339 357 160 538 338 325 407 147 513 3124 6349
Blue/Black M: 69.4/128 W: 75.1/140 521 337 333 151 489 356 164 363 373 3087 339 357 160 493 338 325 383 122 478 2995 6082
Black M: 68.5/124 W: 73.9/137 469 312 333 151 489 337 164 343 373 2971 327 333 135 493 321 309 383 122 478 2901 5872
Black/White M: 67.1/116 W: 72.0/131 428 312 333 119 489 301 134 343 340 2799 327 296 120 456 321 309 383 98 437 2747 5546
White M: 66.1/111 W: 70.6/124 428 276 296 119 456 301 134 309 340 2659 311 296 120 456 280 282 351 98 437 2631 5290
White/Green M: 64.7/107 W: 69.3/119 390 276 296 119 436 301 134 284 274 2510 242 296 120 440 280 282 326 98 398 2482 4992
Green M: 63.6/104 W: 67.6/112 390 253 266 94 436 264 103 284 274 2364 242 259 85 440 266 251 326 75 398 2342 4706
Handicap 17 13 11 9 15 5 7 3 1 8 6 16 10 12 14 2 18 4
Par 5 4 4 3 5 4 3 4 4 36 4 4 3 5 4 4 4 3 5 36 72
Handicap (W) 11 13 7 17 5 9 15 3 1 14 10 18 4 8 12 2 16 6
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Course Details

Year Built 2000
Greens TifEagle Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Tom Jackson (2000)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS Yes
Pull-carts No
Caddies No
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, AMEX, Discover welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed No
Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Food & Beverage

Restaurant, Beverage Carts

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities

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Reviews

4.5
1568 Reviews (1568)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 19
Watching the Game 10
Brunch 9
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 28
Forced Carries 23
Bunkers 22
This course/club is great for:
Locals 20
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 20
Advanced Golfers 18
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 30
Near the Airport 15
Convenient to the City 14

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u8595392
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Always good shape, even better this time

From tee to green, as good of shape as I’ve seen Amelia River. Fun layout and very playable from wide variety of tees.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 06/04/2024

Thank you so much for the great review. We are glad you had an incredible time, and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks for choosing TOP PICK
The Amelia River Club.

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u314161401235
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Staff

When playing as part of a vacation, atmosphere is as much a part of a the experience as the course. The management here is obviously doing it right. Every single staff member we met from check-in to support were genuinely kind and friendly. I look forward to playing here again.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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Commented on 06/04/2024

Wow! We are so happy you enjoyed your round! We look forward to seeing you again soon at TOP PICK
The Amelia River Club.

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wbbodine
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Reviews 3
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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u094879852
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Reviews 18
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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u094879852
Played On
Reviews 18
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Chuck2709
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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Fun track

Great layout, good conditions, friendly staff. Fun track to play. Highly recommend.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 07/12/2024

Wow! We are so happy you enjoyed your round! We look forward to seeing you again soon at TOP PICK
The Amelia River Club.

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dpupo11
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Reviews 11
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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JPZgolfing
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Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing

Solid course

Greens , 4/5 a few greens had weed problems but not all. fairly quick and smooth rolling

Fairways 4/5 nice in most places they have some areas that need attention but nothing i would be concerned about at all except for aesthetics

Staff 5/5 super nice and the starter even sent us off early

Range is 3/5 You have to hit off the mat unless jts a weekend.

Overall a great and challenging course especially from the tips the wind can be a huge factor Recommend for sure !!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 05/24/2024

Hello, thank you for visiting us at TOP PICK
The Amelia River Club. We appreciate your 4-star rating and feedback. We hope you join us for another round soon.

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Apple
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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kboatright
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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played

Nice course

Nice course. Carts were nice. Pace of play was very slow. 5.5 hours to play 18 holes was way to much for me personally. Beer prices a bit high. Course was very nice though.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
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Commented on 05/24/2024

Hi, we appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us. Thank you for the 4 stars! We aim for a 5-star experience, so we always welcome feedback for improvement. Thank you for playing TOP PICK
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carlmango
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Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Amelia River

They have put a lot of money into this course in the last few years and it shows. Fairways and 16 of 18 greens in excellent shape. Par 5 5th unfortunately the green is loaded with Poa Anna.

Staff is excellent, quite friendly and accommodating. I feel very welcome at Amelia River as a non-member.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 05/24/2024

Thank you so much for the great review. We are glad you had an incredible time, and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks for choosing TOP PICK
The Amelia River Club.

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Hester70
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Reviews 1
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 Good
Amenities Good
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brianjmccjr
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Reviews 2
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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u034716175
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Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Best Public Course on Amelia Island

Great course. Challenging but fair. Well maintained. Very friendly staff! Played there with a group of friends and we would all definitely play the course again and again anytime we visit Amelia Island.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 05/24/2024

Thank you so much for the great review. We are glad you had an incredible time, and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks for choosing TOP PICK
The Amelia River Club.

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Thatank
Played On
Reviews 8
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
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Thatank
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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Thatank
Played On
Reviews 8
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
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u314160784407
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Thatank
Played On
Reviews 8
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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