Kingwood Golf Club & Resort
About
Kingwood Golf Club in Clayton is nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, surrounded by nearly 150,000 acres of protected national forest. While playing the course, it's likely you'll hear the roar of the nearby Chattooga River. The course is considered one of Georgia's best, thanks in large part to the stunning location, which lends mature hardwoods, rippling brooks, and lush green hills. The visually stunning golf course can seem intimidating, but four sets of tees guarantee that players of all skill levels can enjoy playing it. The par-71 layout measures just over 6,000 yards, a demanding length given the small greens and tight landing areas. A variety of elevation changes and strategically placed bunkers will test your accuracy at Kingwood G.C. Tee shot placement will also be an important factor in your score.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 71 | 6016 yards | 68.8 | 124 |
| Gold | 71 | 5587 yards | 67.2 | 123 |
| Red (W) | 71 | 5062 yards |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 68.1/129 | 362 | 413 | 355 | 149 | 377 | 164 | 475 | 333 | 150 | 2778 | 419 | 150 | 495 | 368 | 168 | 278 | 263 | 293 | 341 | 2775 | 5553 |
| Gold M: 66.3/123 W: 70.9/132 | 330 | 384 | 327 | 128 | 339 | 150 | 444 | 293 | 137 | 2532 | 395 | 128 | 460 | 346 | 160 | 266 | 255 | 275 | 320 | 2605 | 5137 |
| Green M: 65.3/119 W: 68.8/126 | 327 | 350 | 308 | 108 | 304 | 130 | 408 | 266 | 130 | 2331 | 347 | 120 | 421 | 299 | 140 | 228 | 233 | 268 | 313 | 2369 | 4700 |
| Red W: 67.8/120 | 323 | 343 | 255 | 106 | 300 | 101 | 399 | 262 | 99 | 2188 | 343 | 112 | 417 | 295 | 134 | 224 | 227 | 239 | 300 | 2291 | 4479 |
| Handicap | 5 | 15 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 11 | 13 | 7 | 9 | 18 | 12 | 14 | 8 | 10 | 2 | 16 | 4 | 6 | |||
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap (W) | 3 | 13 | 9 | 17 | 1 | 11 | 5 | 7 | 15 | 18 | 14 | 12 | 8 | 10 | 2 | 16 | 4 | 6 |
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Front nine Photo submitted by teresac on 05/10/2026
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Photo submitted by iamtheman on 04/15/2025
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Photo submitted by ShawnCoss on 02/22/2024
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Photo submitted by ShawnCoss on 02/22/2024
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Photo submitted by GBA on 08/20/2014
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Par 3 behind the clubhouse Photo submitted by ElectraGilde on 11/25/2012
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Photo submitted by ElectraGilde on 11/25/2012
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Photo submitted by ElectraGilde on 11/25/2012
Overpriced / Crab Grass
Payed $60 for a morning tee time on a Saturday. Pace of play was slow. People went off at random with no direction, because there is no ranger. Took 4.5 hours for a 2 some to play.
The front 9 was enjoyable, and the course was in pretty good shape. However, the greens are full of crab grass, which is unacceptable at that price point. The views were nice, and I would say the front would’ve been worth paying $30 for.
However, incomes the back 9. The hole layouts are a mess and you’d be be better off closing your eyes and swinging because of all the blind shots. Tee boxes are dirt, and a ton of mud in some of the fairways.
TLDR: overpriced. Pretty fun front 9 followed, by some of the worst golf holes I’ve ever played. Crab grass greens, might as well be aerated. $40 course at best. Although the golf carts are like driving Cadillac’s. They are super nice, probably should have spent that money on the back 9 or the greens.
Fun course with beautiful views and scenery.
This was my first time to Kingwood. It is a fun mountain course with lots of elevation changes. The course is not a long course (6000 from the tips). Even though the course is no long, it demands well placed shots to stay out of trouble. Tine Bent Grass greens are great (smooth, fast very few ball marks along with plenty of undulation). The elevation changes and views are beautiful and lots of fun. In the pro shop they give you complementary cold, bottled water for your round. Make sure to take bug spray as the bugs and insects are flying around you. A couple of the holes on the back nine are goofy and not great (mountain holes #'s 15 & 17).
All in all, a fun course in great condition that I highly recommend.
Excellent Course Design
This is a very well maintained mountain course. The staff is competent and friendly. Greens were excellent today. While there are several "gettable" holes, many are challenging requiring accurate shots to avoid trouble. A good layout, never boring; no
back & forth holes. Large, CLEAN comfort station, carts in good shape with good cart paths. Nicely landscaped (wife insists it's one of the prettiest we've played). Complimentary chilled bottled water. Golf shop is fair. A good value. We will play here again!
Beautiful course and Layout
Course was wet after heavy rains and required Cart Path Only. Scenery was beautiful, Grass was lush, and Greens were good. Would love to play the course under normal fall conditions.
Fun Course
This was my first time to Kingwood and it was a great time. This is a fantastic mountain course. It is not extremely long (6000 from the tips) but it demands thought and well placed shots to stay out of trouble. Tight Bent Grass greens with plenty of undulation. The elevations and views are great. The staff was welcoming and very helpful and friendly.
I will definitely be going back soon !
Kingwood Country Club & Resort
This is a great little mountain golf course. It's a short course with some extreme elevation changes where you feel like you're teeing off from the top of the world. The bent grass greens were fast and tricky to read. It's a fun mountain course to play and I play it whenever I vacation here.
Great Mountain Course
Fairways were like carpet....rough was challenging....greens were in excellent shape....thought the first cut around greens were incredible and plenty of room around the greens to recover if one misses the green.....many challenging holes yet plenty of opportunities to take chances for birdies and eagles.
All around, this is a fabulous course and we plan to go back often. Just an enjoyable outing....can't wait to play there again!!
mountain golf
Short but challenging due to elevation changes, water or woods on almost every hole. May need to bring some extra ammo if you're not a straight shooter!
Always Love PlayingThis Course
I vacation up in Clayton twice a year. While up there, I always try to play a couple rounds at Kingwood. I love this golf course. The only drawback is that they always seem to have new ownership. The property and course are amazing. Just a shame that this place has not caught on. If you are in the area, this is definitely worth a visit. Greens and fairways are always in good shape. You cannot beat the views while out there. Makes the double bogeys easier to swallow.
Good times
Always a challenge playing the rolling hills of north Georgia
The course was very nice except for #15 and #17
The course was very nice. The only drawback were holes 15 and 17. It seems a shame to finish your round with those holes being a part of it. On 17 I would recommend the golf course connect both areas of fairways.
Fair bu tchallenging
Course was great condition and beautiful views. Don't let views distract from shot placements required. Score able holes but placement key
Kingwood A Must Play
I teed of at 11:20 am. No wait. Staff was very friendly and knowledgeable about the course. Fairways and greens were in great shape. I loved playing here.
Disappointment. I'm a diebetic and they did not let coolers on the course. So when I went in for a bite at the turn, there was no snack bar. They said they had Hotdogs and sandwiches but they were out. It was 1pm. Candy just doesn't cut it.
All in all , great golfing though. I would return.
Great Course, Great People
Love this place! Really fun course and great people!
Great mountain course
Gorgeous views every hole! very relaxed & friendly staff.
Great Course
Had a great day playing golf. Course was well laid out and challenging. Many blind areas where you need to be aware of golfers behind you.
Kingwood
Course is always is good shape. Can catch sum really good prices on here. #15-17 are tricked up holes especially 15 &17 other than that really fun track
conditions
Never has been great, but it's got a lot of bare ground and loss of grass. Greens are good.
New owners, again, and long time staff have been fired.
Great mountain golf!!
Will play this course regularly. Great course, well maintained, awesome views.
friendly staff
Very friendly staff, great layout, some spots on the course that need to be addressed but overall very good quaility.