Indian Bayou GCC: Seminole/Choctaw
Fairways at Indian Bayou Golf Club in Destin are generally wide and forgiving.
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4.6
2484 Reviews (2484)
5 Stars
1552
4 Stars
781
3 Stars
110
2 Stars
31
1 Stars
10
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.3
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.4
93.9%
Recommend this course
2366 out of 2484 reviews
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4.5
35 Reviews (35)
5 Stars
23
4 Stars
8
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.0
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.7
Amenities
4.4
StaffFriendliness
4.8
85.7%
Recommend this course
30 out of 35 reviews
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4.6
124 Reviews (124)
5 Stars
84
4 Stars
33
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.3
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.5
StaffFriendliness
4.8
92.7%
Recommend this course
115 out of 124 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
2484 Reviews (2484)

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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Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
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5.0
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First Time Playing

Great Course!

The attendants met us at our car and loaded our bags. Course was in tip-top shape. Greens were very good…not perfect. Bunkers were good. Fairways and tee boxes very good.

Beverage Cart was great.

Attendants dropped us and our bags off at our car.

Overall 90 out of 100.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Hands down best course I played

I dove into this booking last minute on a family road trip I’m on.. I had really no idea what I was getting into. I showed up about 45 minutes before my tee time and was greeted and treated excellent in the club house. I asked about the range and was told just grab the cart with my bag and drive up to it and there are balls already provided for me. That alone was already a winner in my book. Then there’s the course shape and its lay out.. prestige. Hands down best course I’ve played and will play again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 5
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I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Great Conditions

The course was in great condition. I got it on a deal time for $75 and it was way worth it. The greens were probably a 10-10.5 and the fairways were great! Pace was a little slow but it was a Friday afternoon so I get it. Bunkers were great as well. Highly recommend playing here if you get the chance. Top 3 course in the area

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 1
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Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great Course

My only complaint is that they sanded the greens when we were there. That's the only reason I didn't give it a 5 star. Well worth the trip.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
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 Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 21
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great experience.

We played first round at Seascape (9 holes), it was an ok course. Second round was at Hulburt Field (Gator Lakes) and it was a good course. 3rd round we played at Indian Bayou, it was a fantastic course with beautiful fairways and greens. Staff was very courteous. We will definitely be back!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great play

Greens were punched this week but I think they lowered green fees??? This place does the best they can to make sure the course is in the best shape possible. Very friendly staff. Fairways were great. Aerated greens will make it better in the future. Pass up those uber expensive places and play here.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 11
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
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Destin Golf Course

Indian Bayou has a challenging layout but not to the point of intimidating the occasional golfer. Great driving range and friendly staff.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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