Emerald Bay Golf Club in Destin, Florida, USA

Rating Snapshot

All Time
Last 6 Months
Last 12 Months

4.1

2120 Reviews (2120)

5 Stars

992

4 Stars

821

3 Stars

212

2 Stars

1 Stars

Conditions

3.9

Value

3.9

Layout

4.4

Friendliness

4.6

Pace

4.2

Amenities

4.2

84.0%

Recommend this course

1895 out of 2120 reviews

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Avg Rating

4.4

55 Reviews (55)

5 Stars

4 Stars

3 Stars

2 Stars

1 Stars

Conditions

4.1

Value

4.1

Layout

4.5

Pace

4.5

Amenities

4.4

StaffFriendliness

4.8

90.9%

Recommend this course

50 out of 55 reviews

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Avg Rating

4.2

129 Reviews (129)

5 Stars

4 Stars

3 Stars

2 Stars

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Conditions

4.0

Value

4.0

Layout

4.4

Pace

4.2

Amenities

4.2

StaffFriendliness

4.7

88.4%

Recommend this course

114 out of 129 reviews

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AI summaries based on real golfer reviews

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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Satellite Layout

Tees

Tee	Par	Length	Rating	Slope
I	72	7050 yards	73.9	143
II	72	6620 yards	71.4	141
III	72	6209 yards	69.8	132
Combo	72	5735 yards	67.7	124
IV (W)	72	5481 yards	71.9	132
IV	72	5481 yards	66.9	122
V	72	4655 yards	63.6	115
V (W)	72	4655 yards	67.2	123

Track Rounds

Scorecard

Scorecard for Emerald Bay Golf Club

Metrics:

Hole	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	Out	10	11	12	13	14	15	16	17	18	In	Total
I M: 73.9/143	427	424	164	313	399	430	562	232	529	3480	474	362	246	605	372	449	204	331	527	3570	7050
II M: 71.4/141	405	390	150	296	385	410	554	162	505	3257	455	348	215	580	352	409	178	318	508	3363	6620
III M: 69.8/132	376	378	138	284	365	380	515	152	485	3073	395	330	202	555	325	382	152	308	487	3136	6209
Combo M: 67.7/124	311	353	138	284	339	321	463	152	485	2846	332	330	202	504	261	313	152	308	487	2889	5735
IV M: 66.9/122 W: 71.9/132	311	353	115	264	339	321	463	140	418	2724	332	302	181	504	261	313	128	290	446	2757	5481
V M: 63.6/115 W: 67.2/123	267	304	91	227	298	289	387	85	378	2326	291	277	107	483	146	285	114	210	416	2329	4655
Handicap	9	7	15	17	3	5	1	11	13		2	14	10	4	8	6	16	18	12
Par	4	4	3	4	4	4	5	3	5	36	4	4	3	5	4	4	3	4	5	36	72
Handicap (W)	9	7	15	17	1	5	3	13	11		8	6	14	4	12	10	18	16	2

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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

4.1

2120 Reviews (2120)

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

Numbers based on reviews tagged with attribute.

Reviewer Photos

u031622726

Played On 12/28/2022

Reviews 2

Skill Advanced

Plays Once a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Money for location

The course overall was what I expected. Location drives prices up.

Practice area turf was beat up and very sandy so warm ups were disappointing. Putting area was normal.

Overall course shape needed some fine tuning since we paid $120 for an average course , expected more. Back 9 had a few good holes, overall thought wouldn't make me race back and play

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Photo submitted by u031622726 on 12/30/2022

Comment

Emerald Bay Golf Club

Commented on 01/05/2023

Thank you for visiting us at Emerald Bay Golf Club. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Suzanne7052270

Played On 12/28/2022

Reviews 9

Skill Advanced

Plays A few times a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Friendly

The golf staff was very friendly and having gps on the carts is a huge plus. We left 15” of snow in Michigan so it’s easy to say the course was in excellent condition. Sand traps are filled with white beach sand. Greens seemed a little slow, but it is December. Great course, will play again.

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Comment

Emerald Bay Golf Club

Commented on 01/02/2023

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 Emerald Bay Golf Club.

skipshow

Played On 12/15/2022

Reviews 26

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Perfect weather

Used cart

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

Comment

Emerald Bay Golf Club

Commented on 12/19/2022

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Emerald Bay Golf Club!

billtsf

Played On 12/11/2022

Reviews 3

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a month

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Good

Comment

Emerald Bay Golf Club

Commented on 12/13/2022

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Emerald Bay Golf Club!

u314161175489

Played On 12/09/2022

Reviews 4

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a month

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Great round of golf

We had a great round of golf at a great price. The best part was the pace of play.

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Comment

Emerald Bay Golf Club

Commented on 12/12/2022

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 Emerald Bay Golf Club.

ajbkb

Played On 12/08/2022

Reviews 50

Skill Advanced

Plays A few times a week

3.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Pace of play was painful

I don’t care how good a course is. If the round last more than 5 hours, something is wrong. No Marshall, the group in front was6 people and they we’re waiting every hole.

Conditions Good

Value Fair

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Poor

Amenities Average

Comment

Emerald Bay Golf Club

Commented on 12/11/2022

Thank you so much for leaving us with your feedback. We value our customer experience, so your review is important to us. We will make note and we hope to see you back at Emerald Bay Golf Club!

u314163588794

Played On 12/01/2022

Reviews 1

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a month

5.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Accommodated a family that was traveling

Staff was very welcoming. Two more experienced golfers & two beginners in our foursome. Encouraging to our group & gave suggestions on how to enjoy the course. Course was in great off season condition.

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Comment

Emerald Bay Golf Club

Commented on 12/12/2022

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 Emerald Bay Golf Club.

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rwriccia

Played On 11/20/2022

Reviews 5

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a month

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Very few golfers on Emerald Bay

Our twosome didn’t come up to any golfers until the 12 hole and they happily let us play through!. Great layout and very nice course conditions!

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Comment

Emerald Bay Golf Club

Commented on 12/02/2022

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 Emerald Bay Golf Club.

LfUSO8SWczm197ydYAZ3

Played On 11/22/2022

Reviews 14

Handicap 10-14

Skill Advanced

Plays A few times a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Windy weather

Used cart

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Good

Friendliness Good

Pace Good

Amenities Good

Difficulty Moderate

Comment

Emerald Bay Golf Club

Commented on 12/01/2022

Hello. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave an excellent rating! We really appreciate your business. Please let us know what we can do for you in the future to earn that last star and thanks for choosing Emerald Bay Golf Club!

edlease

Played On 11/26/2022

Reviews 7

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Comment

Emerald Bay Golf Club

Commented on 11/28/2022

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Emerald Bay Golf Club!

mwindham

Played On 11/26/2022

Reviews 17

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Emerald Bay Golf Club

I love this course and always try to play here when I’m down. Staff is super friendly and helpful and the course layout is challenging without being too tough for an intermediate player like me. Course was in great shape.

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Comment

Emerald Bay Golf Club

Commented on 11/28/2022

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 Emerald Bay Golf Club.

LfUSO8SWczm197ydYAZ3

Played On 11/22/2022

Reviews 14

4.0

First Time Playing

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Good

Comment

Emerald Bay Golf Club

Commented on 12/23/2022

We would love to hear more about your positive experience on our course. Please contact us to share your favorite part of your experience and what we can do to earn that last star! Thanks for golfing at Emerald Bay Golf Club!

RoyRobbins

Played On 11/24/2022

Reviews 56

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Perfect weather

Used cart

Conditions Excellent

Value Good

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Average

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

Comment

Emerald Bay Golf Club

Commented on 11/28/2022

Thank you for the awesome rating! We hope to see you again at the course very soon for another great experience, and thanks for choosing Emerald Bay Golf Club.

u314163577600

Played On 11/20/2022

Reviews 1

Handicap 10-14

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Cold weather

Used cart

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

Comment

Emerald Bay Golf Club

Commented on 11/26/2022

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Emerald Bay Golf Club!

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canthita1iron

Played On 11/23/2022

Reviews 12

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

5.0

First Time Playing

Great pace, very good layout

First spot we played in the area, and it was a very solid choice. Pace of play was terrific, even through the tee sheet was crowded. Front nine was narrow with a lot of water in play, but it opened up a bit on the back. Fairways in good shape, as were greens. Excellent bunker conditions.

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Comment

Emerald Bay Golf Club

Commented on 12/23/2022

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 Emerald Bay Golf Club.

LfUSO8SWczm197ydYAZ3

Played On 11/22/2022

Reviews 14

Handicap 10-14

Skill Advanced

Plays A few times a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Perfect weather

Used cart

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Average

Pace Good

Amenities Good

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

Comment

Emerald Bay Golf Club

Commented on 11/24/2022

fedwap43

Played On 11/21/2022

Reviews 4

Skill Beginner

Plays Once a week

5.0

First Time Playing

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Comment

Emerald Bay Golf Club

Commented on 11/22/2022

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Emerald Bay Golf Club!

u314162669737

Played On 11/17/2022

Reviews 1

Skill Advanced

Plays A few times a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Emerald Bay

I highly recommend this course in Destin. The golf course is beautiful and plays fair. Excellent fairway and green conditions. 5 tee boxes allow for all levels of play.

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Good

Comment

Emerald Bay Golf Club

Commented on 11/21/2022

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 Emerald Bay Golf Club.

panhandlemann

Played On 11/09/2022

Reviews 58

Handicap 10-14

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Perfect weather

Used cart

Emerald Bay

Great golf course in great condition

The greens are very well maintained

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

Comment

Emerald Bay Golf Club

Commented on 11/19/2022

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Emerald Bay Golf Club!

Ligocki

Played On 11/14/2022

Reviews 2

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Conditions Excellent

Value Good

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Comment

Emerald Bay Golf Club

Commented on 11/16/2022

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Emerald Bay Golf Club!

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FAQ

What is the address of Emerald Bay Golf Club?

Emerald Bay Golf Club is located at 4781 Clubhouse Drive, Destin, Florida 32541, Walton County.

Is Emerald Bay Golf Club open to the public?

Yes, Emerald Bay Golf Club is open to the public.

What year did Emerald Bay Golf Club open?

Emerald Bay Golf Club was built in 1991.

Who designed Emerald Bay Golf Club?

Bob Cupp (1991, 2014) is the architect of Emerald Bay Golf Club.

What type of grass does Emerald Bay Golf Club have?

Emerald Bay Golf Club has TifEagle Bermuda Grass greens and Bermuda Grass fairways.

What is the par of Emerald Bay Golf Club

The par of Emerald Bay Golf Club is 72.

What is the length of Emerald Bay Golf Club

The length of Emerald Bay Golf Club is 7050 yards.

What is the rating of Emerald Bay Golf Club

The rating of Emerald Bay Golf Club is 73.9.

What is the slope of Emerald Bay Golf Club

The slope of Emerald Bay Golf Club is 143.

What are the course conditions at Emerald Bay Golf Club?

Based on reviews, other golfers are saying that the course conditions at Emerald Bay Golf Club are good.

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