Indian Bayou GCC: Seminole/Choctaw
Fairways at Indian Bayou Golf Club in Destin are generally wide and forgiving.
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4.6
2499 Reviews (2499)
5 Stars
1556
4 Stars
789
3 Stars
111
2 Stars
33
1 Stars
10
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.3
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.4
93.3%
Recommend this course
2378 out of 2499 reviews
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4.3
50 Reviews (50)
5 Stars
27
4 Stars
16
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.0
Value
3.9
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.6
84.0%
Recommend this course
42 out of 50 reviews
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4.5
120 Reviews (120)
5 Stars
78
4 Stars
33
3 Stars
6
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.3
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.8
91.7%
Recommend this course
110 out of 120 reviews
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Course Highlights
Indian Bayou consistently impresses with beautifully maintained fairways, true-rolling greens, and a tight tree-lined layout that rewards accurate ball-striking. Exceptionally warm staff, smooth rounds under three hours, and outstanding value make this a top Florida Panhandle destination.

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Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 7078 yards
Slope 132
Rating 74.6
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Course Details

Year Built 1978
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Earl Stone

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
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

Food & Beverage

Snacks, Restaurant

Accolades

  • Golf Advisor: Top 25 Courses for Pace of Play in the U.S. (2020 #14)
  • Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Florida (2020 #15) (2019 #23)
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Reviews

4.6
2499 Reviews (2499)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 29
Brunch 14
19th Hole Scenic Views 7
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 66
Bunkers 65
Forced Carries 39
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 57
Playing Multiple Courses 45
A Weekend Splurge 39
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 76
Near the Airport 43
Near Local Attractions 40

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5.0
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Course in Great Shape

Very much a novice golfer but we really enjoyed the course. In great shape.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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5.0
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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
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Plays Once a month
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Great course

First time playing. I was looking for an 18 to play in the Destin area without paying $125+. . This came in just under that because II found a deal on GN and got 11:45 tee time and took a chance on it and I’m glad I did. We were welcomed at our car and someone help load our cart. The course from the boxes, fairways and greens were all in great shape. The curse offers plenty of challenges with long par 3’s and par 4’s and 5’s that dogleg. Overall, great experience.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Reviews 21
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Very Nice!

$155 is a little steep but this course was in great shape from tee boxes all the way to the greens. Will definitely play again next time we come down!

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 1
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Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Great conditions

Great conditions, except greens had recently been Top dressed, but they still rolled true. Fairways, sand, tee boxes, all in great playing shape. We played a two some in 3:30. Great pace.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
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 Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice course

Really beautiful course. Smallish, fast greens and primo fairways and bunkers. Lots of gnats but they weren’t biting so we ignored it. Not sure if they could spray or something for that. I got a deal on a later afternoon tee time and I’d definitely play it again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Great Conditions

Very nice turf on the greens, tees, and fairways. Greens were fast and smooth. Wide fairways.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 21
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Always a pleasure

Indian Bayou is the best value for golf in Destin. Conditions were great with lush fairways and sandy but pure greens. Bunkers were in good condition with plenty of sand.

Service is good with full bar and snacks. Kitchen was unfortunately closed but it was almost 5pm. Beverage cart came around multiple times with plenty of options. Could have more water coolers around the course.

Only complaint is the short game area is reserved for members only. Will be back whenever a hot deal is available.

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
First Time Playing

Great round

We really enjoyed our round here. This our first time playing at Indian Bayou and it did not disappoint. The course was in great condition and the outside service and pro shop staff were very friendly.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Indian Bayou Golf Course (5 Star)

While on Family Vacation I booked a 12:30 pm Tee Time for the Front 9. Staff was Very Accommodating, Course was Immaculate and Pace of Play was Excellent. I Highly Recommend- (Indian Bayou Golf Course) when in Destin, Florida. I will definitely be back to play the whole Course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
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Previously Played

Why so much money??

Nice course, use to be my favorite in Destin, FL but the cost is astronomical for what it is, not worth $170.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Overpriced

Been playing here every summer twice a year for 30 years when we come to Destin, Indian bayou is really one of my favorites, but I refuse to spend $3000 to play golf for week!! We come twice a year and we use to play every morning (6 days), but now they are way overpriced!! Now we play once or none as nobody wants to pay $170 for a lousy round of golf on a decent, but not exceptional golf course. Destin courses have all gotten stupidly overpriced and not worth the money.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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