The Atchafalaya at Idlewild

Had a great time. Course is well maintained with fast greens. Pro shop well stocked and GPS on the carts. Absolutely top notch and price was more than reasonable!

A friend and I played this course yesterday and even though it wasn't either one of our 1st time playing there it was a course I personally had only played twice before because of the drive... but it was well worth it in the long run... everything is run very professionally.... the greens were fast and furious and the course is a challenge.... you can't just jump up and try to whack it on every hole you have to play smart golf and figure in your strategy to defeat it.... was well worth the money spent and I will indeed go back!

Came here on a Monday for a round of golf with some friends. Pretty out of the way but was told it was worth the drive. The clubhouse is pretty impressive. Though I didn't stay to eat there I suspect it's above average. Pro shop was well stocked. People were very friendly. Rates are very affordable and include all you can hit at the range. Nice chipping and putting green. Course has a pretty interesting layout, especially the front nine. It's built in the middle of swamp land and there's a lot of really challenging holes weaving through the swamp. Tee boxes were well maintained as were the fairways. I hit a couple of rough patches on the greens and a few crusty bunkers (that's why not a five star review) but overall the course was in great shape. The back nine is next to a park/tennis courts/baseball fields. I'm a fan of nice views on a golf course so this doesn't give you that swamp feel that I was looking for. Back 9 is also a little more boring with less challenging holes and more straightforward holes, nothing too memorable.

Overall a great value. Problem is getting all the way out there as it really is in the middle of nowhere but if you are in the area or within a reasonable drive, I would give it a try for sure.

It was nice to get away from the flat New Orleans courses I'm accustomed to playing... I enjoyed this course, because of the layout. The bunkers were placed fairly and the greens were in perfect condition. The 18th hole was my favorite coming into the green was a tuff angle over the water shot. I would definitely make the 2 hour drive out to this course again.

I like playing golf in the winter - not hot - temps today in the 40's to 50. Atchafalaya Golf course in great shape for winter golf . Golf course in great shape for a winter outing . I like to play in the winter - cooler temps for Louisiana ! Best deal on the Bayou !

The greens were in great shape and fast but true.

It was a very windy day two club difference on some holes

Ed and his staff are always friendly and helpful

Greens are in outstanding shape, tee boxes were great as well

layout is very good a mix of water hazards sand traps, the moguls make for challenging lies if you miss the fairway. can't wait for cooler temps

Enjoyed a wonderful day. Staff was very polite and helpful. Course was in excellent shape and greens were perfect. Such a pleasure to play on a professional course like this. Top notch. Top notch.

Sand traps where too unpredictable. Wasn't sure how to hit out of them because that had little or no sand in most of them. But besides that the course was in incredible shape. Beautiful!!

I enjoy playing this course love the lay out and the scenery. I like it so much. My friends and I are thinking about getting a membership.

I would recommend to all golfers.

Very nice course. Some spots on several greens need some TLC. Overall though I enjoyed it very much. Clubhouse and Pro Shop staff are extremely nice. Food was excellent. Would return to play again.

I've been playing this course for over a year now. I live in Houma and have no problem driving 35 mins to this course. It is always in great shape, the layout is fun and challenging, the staff is always friendly and checking in is quick and easy. The practice facilities include tees, chipping area and putting green. The restaurant and bar top notch.

The first time you play it will challenge you, but if you are lucky enough to play there often you figure out how to manage it. Front nine is a little more challenging due to the middle three holes. The second nine is getable.

But this course is green and lush and all you could ask for off the beaten path.

Hope this helps, enjoy!

The course is in great shape. If you like playing a risk reward course this is the one for you. Even if you play safe you can shoot a good score. The par fives are fun to play. The hole sets up according to how you hit your tee shot.

To sum this course up it has character. You will be telling all your buddies about the different hole set ups.

The only problem was how hot is was, but that is typical during this time in Louisiana.

Great layout - you have to keep the ball in the fair way . Greens in good shape . Course has had a lot of rain but plays good ! GPS golf carts a big help on making the shots . Friendly staff will return soon - great day on the course ! Hole 9 and 18 you have a small greens to hit - water on both 9 and 18 greens very fast on 9 & 18 - be careful !

We were disappointed that we had to play the back 9 twice because the front 9 was being worked on. The lady at the check in desk was not very friendly and she seemed more interested in a conversation with another woman than talking to us. The bunkers were unplayable and should have been designated ground under repair.

Greens were good but they are getting aerated May 2nd. Fairways were just okay. Grass wasn't too lush.

Love the layout and staff was extremely friendly. Great clubhouse as well.