The Atchafalaya at Idlewild in Patterson, Louisiana, USA

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All Time
Last 6 Months
Last 12 Months

3.5

804 Reviews (804)

5 Stars

328

4 Stars

286

3 Stars

111

2 Stars

1 Stars

Conditions

3.0

Value

3.6

Layout

4.6

Friendliness

4.6

Pace

4.4

Amenities

4.3

67.6%

Recommend this course

697 out of 804 reviews

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Average Rating

Avg Rating

3.9

24 Reviews (24)

5 Stars

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3 Stars

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Conditions

3.6

Value

4.3

Layout

4.8

Pace

4.6

Amenities

4.5

StaffFriendliness

4.8

83.3%

Recommend this course

20 out of 24 reviews

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Average Rating

Avg Rating

3.4

39 Reviews (39)

5 Stars

4 Stars

3 Stars

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Conditions

3.0

Value

3.3

Layout

4.6

Pace

4.3

Amenities

4.4

StaffFriendliness

4.6

61.5%

Recommend this course

24 out of 39 reviews

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Course Highlights

The course layout consistently earns top marks from golfers who appreciate its challenging yet fair variety of holes. Friendly staff, smooth pace of play, and a well-regarded on-site restaurant round out a rewarding visit.

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Holes 18

Type Public

Par 72

Length 7533 yards

Slope 136

Rating 76.4

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Satellite Layout

Tees

Tee	Par	Length	Rating	Slope
Gator	72	7533 yards	76.4	136
Bear	72	7032 yards	73.8	134
Eagle	72	6520 yards	71.9	127
Owl	72	5932 yards	68.7	121
Otter (W)	72	5263 yards	71.1	122
Turtle	72	3893 yards

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Scorecard

Scorecard for The Atchafalaya At Idlewild Golf Course

Metrics:

Hole	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	Out	10	11	12	13	14	15	16	17	18	In	Total
Gator M: 75.7/131	419	242	585	460	430	588	247	378	450	3799	429	216	400	538	448	224	592	349	458	3654	7453
Bear M: 73.3/125	406	212	551	437	391	576	213	352	394	3532	395	191	389	498	400	186	552	331	420	3362	6894
Eagle M: 70.3/121 W: 76.5/129	366	177	512	391	364	537	179	318	371	3215	370	173	358	459	366	169	522	300	387	3104	6319
Eagle/Owl M: 68.3/115 W: 74.2/124	366	138	512	327	334	498	155	318	353	3001	328	151	358	459	302	143	495	300	347	2883	5884
Owl M: 67.3/108 W: 72.8/120	331	138	471	327	334	498	155	278	353	2885	328	151	316	439	302	143	495	261	347	2782	5667
Otter M: 64.6/107 W: 69.7/115	294	130	437	294	301	445	138	268	327	2634	308	129	283	400	290	112	471	233	336	2562	5196
Turtle W: 69.6/112	222	103	328	222	228	330	101	156	247	1937	234	99	212	300	226	88	356	180	261	1956	3893
Handicap	15	11	7	3	13	1	17	9	5		12	16	10	4	8	14	2	18	6
Par	4	3	5	4	4	5	3	4	4	36	4	3	4	5	4	3	5	4	4	36	72

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Course Details

Year Built 2006

Golf Season Year round

Architect von Hagge, Smelek and Baril (2006)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fee

GPS Yes

Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes

Bunker Yes

Teaching Pro Yes

Pitching/Chipping Area Yes

Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Yes

Metal Spikes Allowed No

Dress code Collared Shirt Required, No Denim Allowed

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Conference Facilities

Accolades

Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Louisiana (2020 #11) (2019 #2) (2018 #3) (2017 #4) (2016 #2)
Golf Advisor: Top 25 Courses for Pace of Play in the U.S. (2019 #14)

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Reviews

3.5

804 Reviews (804)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:

Drinks 16

Amazing Food 14

Dinner 12

Course Challenges Include:

Bunkers 18

Water Hazards 18

Undulating Greens 14

This course/club is great for:

Advanced Golfers 16

Locals 16

Wildlife/ Scenic Views 15

This Course's Location is:

Worth the Drive 15

Numbers based on reviews tagged with attribute.

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Skeeter7777777

Played On 11/24/2017

Reviews 49

Skill Advanced

Plays A few times a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Great day at a beautiful course.

Enjoyed the round at Atchafalaya at Idlewild. Staff was very professional and course was in perfect condition. One of the best courses in the area.

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

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u000005145433

Played On 11/20/2017

Reviews 19

Handicap 20-24

Skill Intermediate

Plays Twice a year

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Used cart

Bayou Winter Golf at its best

Atchafalaya Golf course is a great place to play any time but better in the winter - its not hot ! Greens in great shape ball rolls great ! They have the course in great shape , staff nice , food good ! I will play again very soon ! Watch out for the animals on the course - snakes , coons !

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Good

Friendliness Good

Pace Good

Amenities Good

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

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Steve2207479

Played On 11/16/2017

Reviews 2

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Good

Friendliness Good

Pace Good

Amenities Good

Comment

jjleonard

Played On 11/15/2017

Reviews 7

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Amenities Good

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jjleonard

Played On 11/07/2017

Reviews 7

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Pace of play

There was a five-some (don't know if it's allowed or not) who were holding up at least 4 groups. They seemed to not know any course etiquette and did not anyone thru. Other than that the course was great.

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Fair

Amenities Good

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Cheramid1

Played On 11/06/2017

Reviews 8

Skill Advanced

Plays Once a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Challenging

Great layout and a challenge for any golfer! Great food at the beautiful club house and grill!

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

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tverdin

Played On 10/27/2017

Reviews 2

Skill Beginner

Plays Once every three months

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

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rddupin

Played On 10/28/2017

Reviews 17

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Conditions Excellent

Value Good

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Good

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satxwood

Played On 10/25/2017

Reviews 3

Handicap 15-19

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

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NIcholas4188662

Played On 10/15/2017

Reviews 4

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a month

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

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deuce1952

Played On 10/15/2017

Reviews 4

Handicap 15-19

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

nice course to play

Always enjoy playing at this corse cannotgo wrong playing this course

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

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u215884366

Played On 10/14/2017

Reviews 4

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Great Hot Deal

This course is an amazing value as a Hot Deal. Pros-include the scenery, price, GPS in-cart, nice restaurant and friendliness and dries quickly. Cons- out of the way if you're visiting New Orleans, conditions have been deteriorating over the years, heat and humidity, mosquitoes. In summary, this is a parish-owned golf course that is in better shape that private clubs I've played before but without the strange gaze of members that make you feel like invaders (you know what I'm talking about).

Conditions Average

Value Excellent

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Good

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Paul3391583

Played On 10/11/2017

Reviews 1

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

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Elle13

Played On 10/12/2017

Reviews 1

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Greens are being airrated but otherwise all is great. Can’t beat the staff. Thanks

Conditions Average

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

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u9914526

Played On 10/01/2017

Reviews 2

Handicap 15-19

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

4.0

First Time Playing

My Opinion

A very nice practice facility, difficult layout. Each hole was different. Greens rolled well. Course was adequately maintained. It was not crowded and it often felt like we had the place to ourselves. The south Louisiana Wildlife was varied and abundant.

Overall I flet the $74 price tag was a little steep for the course conditions. I will probably be back but only if I can catch a better price deal somehow.

Conditions Average

Value Average

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Good

Pace Excellent

Amenities Average

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rjlecompte62

Played On 09/30/2017

Reviews 1

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a month

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Amenities Excellent

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jjleonard

Played On 09/29/2017

Reviews 7

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Slow play .

Perhaps on busier days, a Marshall would help pace of play, when slower "players" have no idea what it means to let other players through.

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Average

Amenities Excellent

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Skeeter7777777

Played On 09/18/2017

Reviews 49

Skill Advanced

Plays A few times a week

5.0

Previously Played

Excellent as always.

Enjoyed a round of 18 holes at Atchafalaya at Idlewild. Course is in prestige shape. Staff was very professional as always. My favorite place to play.

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

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badputter1

Played On 09/18/2017

Reviews 12

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Great course!!

Great value on GolfNow. Greens were just a little bumpy, otherwise in great shape.

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

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u000005447986

Played On 09/08/2017

Reviews 5

Handicap 5-9

Skill Advanced

Plays A few times a week

4.0

First Time Playing

Hidden Jewel

Played the course in preparation for the LA Golf Association's Senior 4 Ball tournament next weekend. It's about 75 miles from my home in Baton Rouge, but is really worth the drive to see and play this great golf course.

Beautiful scenery & course layout. Greens are smooth and fast. Sand traps needed some maintenance after heavy rains from hurricane Harvey, which is the reason I didn't award a 5 star rating.

Multiple tees provide any golfer the chance to be challenged, but still have big fun. Don't miss this course, you'll be glad you played.

The restaurant serves up some top notch LA cuisine...an added bonus. And the staff makes you feel like a VIP.

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

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FAQ

What is the address of The Atchafalaya at Idlewild?

The Atchafalaya at Idlewild is located at 400 Cotten Road, Patterson, Louisiana 70392.

Is The Atchafalaya at Idlewild open to the public?

Yes, The Atchafalaya at Idlewild is open to the public.

What year did The Atchafalaya at Idlewild open?

The Atchafalaya at Idlewild was built in 2006.

Who designed The Atchafalaya at Idlewild?

von Hagge, Smelek and Baril (2006) is the architect of The Atchafalaya at Idlewild.

What is the par of The Atchafalaya at Idlewild

The par of The Atchafalaya at Idlewild is 72.

What is the length of The Atchafalaya at Idlewild

The length of The Atchafalaya at Idlewild is 7533 yards.

What is the rating of The Atchafalaya at Idlewild

The rating of The Atchafalaya at Idlewild is 76.4.

What is the slope of The Atchafalaya at Idlewild

The slope of The Atchafalaya at Idlewild is 136.

What are the course conditions at The Atchafalaya at Idlewild?

Based on reviews, other golfers are saying that the course conditions at The Atchafalaya at Idlewild are good.

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