Emerald Bay GC: #18
View of the 18th hole at Emerald Bay Golf Club.
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4.2
2160 Reviews (2160)
5 Stars
1017
4 Stars
831
3 Stars
216
2 Stars
57
1 Stars
39
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.0
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.2
86.8%
Recommend this course
1933 out of 2160 reviews
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4.4
90 Reviews (90)
5 Stars
52
4 Stars
26
3 Stars
10
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.1
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.7
92.2%
Recommend this course
83 out of 90 reviews
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4.4
120 Reviews (120)
5 Stars
71
4 Stars
36
3 Stars
10
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.2
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.7
92.5%
Recommend this course
111 out of 120 reviews
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Course Highlights
Exceptionally friendly staff and a challenging, well-designed layout consistently earn high marks from golfers visiting the Destin area. Fast greens, well-kept fairways, and attentive rangers contribute to a smooth and enjoyable round.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private/Resort
Par 72
Length 7050 yards
Slope 143
Rating 73.9

Located right along the water, Emerald Bay Golf Club was designed by Bob Cupp to be Destin's premier full-service, 18-hole championship course. Water is a prominent feature as the course overlooks the shores Choctawhatchee Bay and incorporates water features on 12 of the holes. Oftentimes golfers will face an intimidating shot across a lake or a pond. Emerald Bay Golf Club's sculpted fairways and tight greens are always in excellent condition. There are four sets of tees that make the golf course accessible to most players' abilities and no matter what skill level you are, the views are not to be missed. The views are especially breathtaking on the back nine, which borders the bay. There is also an expansive driving range at Emerald Bay that golfers can use before playing the golf course.

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Course Details

Year Built 1991
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens TifEagle Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Bob Cupp (1991) Bob Cupp (2014)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS 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, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Appropriate golf attire. No denim, collared shirt required.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities
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Reviews

4.2
2160 Reviews (2160)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 21
Watching the Game 11
19th Hole Scenic Views 10
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 49
Bunkers 38
Forced Carries 29
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 29
A Weekend Splurge 22
Seniors 21
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 34
Near Local Attractions 30
Worth the Drive 15

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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Emerald Bay

Great course! I’ve played here twice now and it’s always in great shape, fairly priced and the staff is very friendly!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice place for a higher-end (for me at least) vacation round

Nice course, durable greens, fast greens. Nice carts. Unlimited range balls!!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Very fun outing

Really enjoyed the whole experience from the gentleman who came and received and helped with our bags to the pro shop and restaurant. Overall absolutely will go again next time I am in Destin

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course

Totally enjoyed the experience from beginning to end. Super friendly staff course is in great shape. Nice layout. You will totally enjoy playing there.

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

This course was great.

First time playing there. It was awesome. A couple greens could use some work. But I'll definitely be back to play again.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course

With all the rain that fell the course had dried out so well. It was in great shape. Everyone was so kind. The greens were awesome & rolled excellent. Will definitely play this course again when we come back to Destin.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Round on vacation

My wife and I were looking for an economical option to play a round while on a long holiday weekend trip. I have played Emerald Bay before and enjoy the layout. They had an afternoon special on golf now, so we grabbed it. We had a fun time, and my wife enjoyed it as her first time playing there thought it was a friendly course for her. My only complaint were the greens. They were not cut and very bumpy.

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

Good course - lots of water.

Course in good condition. Pace was a little slow because of a group of 5 that was 3 groups ahead of us that we didn't get past until #16. Water on most holes makes it challenging.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great Value

The course had some brown spots in the fairways but was in otherwise good condition. Greens were in good shape but slightly slow. We played several in the area and this was well worth the price.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fantastic Course!

Absolutely nothing but great things to say about this course. This might be my new favorite course in Destin. Love, love, love. HIGHLY recommend!!

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

Super friendly staff

Everyone in my party really enjoyed this course. What can sometimes make the difference when playing a golf game are the people you interact with at the course. The staff at this course is first rate. The amenities in the clubhouse are well appointed and they have a very good 19th hole.

As far as the course goes, it was in very good shape since we really haven't had much rain until the week we arrived. The greens were a little slow and they were a few bald spots; but not bad. The fairways were in good condition and it was nice to hit some free range balls.

The pace of golf was slow, but that is to be expected at a tourist destination.

I have no problem recommending this course for the average golfer. If you can't keep it in the fairway, take extra balls. There is a lot of water. Have fun!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Always good

Overall best value in the area. Coarse is always in good condition. Staff are nice and very helpful. Pro shop and grill have everything you need or want. I play here every time I’m in the around.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 17
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Not so good

The course is currently not in good condition. The fairways were below average at best. There are much better courses in the area and the greens were slow and they look like they had been punched a couple weeks ago, but there were weeds growing out of the greens. The course was just in the condition that, I couldn’t see it being any better in the future and I don’t see myself playing it again.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
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