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4.2
Value
3.9
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
4.5
Amenities
3.7
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136 out of 147 reviews
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4.2
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Kingwood Golf Club and Resort

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 71
Length 6016 yards
Slope 124
Rating 68.8

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.

Course Details

Year Built 2000
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bent Grass
Golf Season Year round

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code No denim or tee shirts

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

Available Facilities

Spa

Available Activities

Swimming, Fishing, Cycling, Hiking

Available Sports

Fitness, Tennis

Accolades

  • Golf Advisor: Top Courses in Georgia (2024 #22) (2015 #12)
  • Golf Advisor: Top 25 Courses for Pace of Play in the U.S. (2015 #19)
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4.3
147 Reviews (147)
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Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Great Course and great views

Played the day after about 4 days of straight rain and no issues what so ever, they had about every grounds person on staff our cutting and they made the course look awesome.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
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First Time Playing

Nice course, but....

Although they had a roving Ambassador (ranger), the pace of play was 5 1/4 hours which diminished much of the pleasure that otherwise could have been experienced at what seemed to be a nice course.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 19
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

This course is laid out in the middle of some small mountains flawlessly

Staff really does a great job making this golf course worth the very modest cost to play. Tight fairways with fantastic elevations, and fast greens keep you dialed in or else. We even were privy to a mother and baby dear running across one of the fairways. They also have a great stay and play deal which just make this experience even better.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beautiful setting in NC mountains.

It rained for several holes in middle of round, leaving course wet, when it was already cart path only. Want to return when it is dry. Still enjoyed play.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Addictive!

This mountain course has ups and downs, mountain streams and wildflowers. Plenty of scenery to soften the pain of an errant shot.

We planned to play Sky Valley a lot, but enjoyed Kingwood so much more.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice greens

Great course but not worth it on cart paths only days

Conditions Average
Value Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 12
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

An excellent course

Kingwood was in great shape when I played there. There has been lots of rain, so it was cart-paths only. Because of all the elevation changes, it's a difficult course to play "cart-paths only". A lot of walking up and down is required.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Beautiful Mtn Course

This course is in pristine condition. Greens are great and running true. Magnificent course with absolute beauty. Takes alot of course management as you should not hit driver just because it is a par 5 or 4. Some holes are real challenging and some are just FUN. I give this course 5 stars.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Kingwood is a beautiful mountain course.

I have always wanted to play Kingwood from the first time I passed by it quite a number of years ago. I grew up on a mountain course in Charlottesville, VA, and love the different nuances of mountain golf. A great place to play and enjoy God's beautiful creation. A short course, it requires placing your shots in the correct position. Try this course, you'll love it!

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

This course has signature holes everywhere

We enjoyed the challenging holes, since this was first time for my group we did not know what to expect, beautiful layout and course was in great shape for the time of year, looking forward to returning .

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Ball placement makes course challenging

I like playing Kingwood because the staff is always nice. The course will be pristine as soon as everything greens fully up. greens are slick and some are bi-level. All putt true.
The villas are within walking distance and sight of the putting green and pro-shop. I will continue playing here and getting my friends to play there too!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

The course is an enjoyably challenging one.

We played while the Burmada grass was still brown and the greens had been aerated. I would love to play the course when it is in pristine condition. I am sure that it will be in the near future. If the course was in excellent condition, I would not be able to play because of the cost to play. I can play three rounds at my local golf courses for what I would have to pay for one round at Kingwood. If I can find discounts on GolfNow, I would not hesitate to play in prime season.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Fun course with some unique holes

We totally enjoyed our round at Kingwood. The course was in great shape for early spring and the staff was super.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Must play in North East Georgia!

OK. Where do I even begin! This course is great! It has some challenging par fours due to elevation changes and some par fives that you can be putting for eagle. Short, mid and long par threes. This course is on the North Georgia Golf Tour schedule and it does not dissapoint as long as you are controlling your ball flight. Has a bar and grill that overlooks the 9th hole(par three over water). Club pro Lewis Lane was very friendly and courteous. Greens were in great shape! Played in February and this staff makes sure that your round is a rememberable one! Thanks to all of Kingwood Staff for a great golf round!

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Great Course!

This is one of,if not the most enjoyable course that I have ever played.You can go low but if you don't watch out it will jump up and bite you. Kingwood is always kept in superb shape,everyone should play it at least once.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 25+
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0

Beautiful course

Played here the day after Thanksgiving. Everyone was very friendly. Was paired up with three other players and had a really fun round. The course is very nice. It was challenging for a a new golfer from Florida not used to the elevated greens. Thanks to Doug, Martin and Andrew for their patience with me on the course! Definitely worth a visit. I will be returning next time we are in town.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Great value

Course was emaculate, not a leaf out of place. Greens were perfect, really nice layout in a beautiful setting.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Beautiful course in every way

This course is set in picturesque mountain beauty. But don't let the scenery distract your concentration on the course. It has its challenges which calls for every club in your bag.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
5.0
Verified Purchaser

Wonderful Golf Course

One of our favorite golf courses anywhere..Well maintained, and you do know you have played Mountain Golf when you finish!! Very friendly Ambassadors and staff!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 25
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser

October at Kingwood

A GREAT golf course - in super condition and the greens not to hard and in super shape. Just watch them downhill putts ! One of the BEST deals for Golfnow in this area ! No dought !

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Moderate
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