Emerald Bay Golf Club

We played at Emerald Bay recently and the course was in pretty good shape overall. We were told that the range may or may not be open when we got there early for our tee time. It was a little challenging because we were coming from a little farther away and being told before hand the range might be open or might not be open was a little weird. They were mowing.

We ended up getting to hit balls on the range and it was mats only. The mats were hard as a rock and were in rough shape.

Once we started the starter was super great and we ended up teeing off a little earlier than the tee time. Once we were on the course I would say the course overall was in really good shape. Tee boxes, fairways, and greens were great and the greens rolled true. There was lots of water and the bunkers were also in great shape. Didn’t really feel like the course had many “signature” holes besides the one on the back with the ocean as the back drop. Overall I really enjoyed the course and felt the conditions and pace of play were really great!

One more good thing is they had basically a 1/2 off Junior rate. Other courses in the area that I called didn’t have any Junior rate and that was one of the reasons I ended up coming here.

The biggest negative about the course and the reason I gave it 4 stars was the knats. I think this would likely prevent me from coming back. Probably one of the worst experiences I have ever had with knats. They were all over us the whole entire day besides the few holes by the bay. There wasn’t any breeze and maybe that was the culprit. But it was almost unplayable at multiple times for my son and I because we were getting swarmed by knats all day long.

We enjoyed our round here. We liked the layout and the tree lined fairways. Greens were fast but a little bumpy (punched a few weeks ago). Conditions were really good except for the tees which were beaten up a bit.

Played in under 3.5 hours even teeing off at 2pm.

Best course we’ve played so far this week.

Emerald Bay was amazing. Staff was incredible and very helpful. The price included range balls which we don’t get back home. Course was impeccable and made for an outstanding experience for my son and I. I will be back for sure and would recommend it to anyone that is staying in the area.

The staff is great as you arrive and enjoy this destin course. Will always get here to play when in the area.

Practice/warm-up area was well-maintained, but driving range was fairly crowded. All tee boxes and fairways were in excellent condition. Several greens had bare spots, but pin placements helped in avoiding most

We enjoyed playing golf on this course. It was in good condition.The staff was very helpful and friendly.

Had a wonderful time playing here. First time guest, solid condition, and fun layout. 9 one putts so the greens roll true. Will highly recommended.