Lanier Islands Legacy GC: #12
View of the 12th hole at Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course
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4.6
716 Reviews (716)
5 Stars
536
4 Stars
127
3 Stars
27
2 Stars
14
1 Stars
12
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.2
Layout
4.7
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.3
90.3%
Recommend this course
663 out of 716 reviews
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4.3
28 Reviews (28)
5 Stars
19
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2
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.0
Value
3.8
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.7
StaffFriendliness
4.3
82.1%
Recommend this course
23 out of 28 reviews
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4.4
81 Reviews (81)
5 Stars
56
4 Stars
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3 Stars
4
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4
Conditions
4.3
Value
4.0
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.5
87.7%
Recommend this course
71 out of 81 reviews
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Course Highlights
Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course delivers a breathtaking layout with 14 holes along the lake, consistently well-maintained Bermuda greens, and a genuinely challenging design. The exceptionally friendly and accommodating staff make every visit feel welcoming from the first tee to the final hole.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 72
Length 6580 yards
Slope 141
Rating 72.7

With an excellent location surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains to one side and overlooking Georgia's Great Lake on the other, Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course provides the perfect setting for a round of golf. The diverse, rolling landscape ranges from dense forest to open meadows to pristine beaches. Water has a strong presence throughout the golf course, coming into play on 12 holes. Many of them play right along the lake's shoreline. At 6,580 yards, the course is not particularly long but it is still a formidable challenge for long hitters since it requires quite a few demanding carries over the water. One of the most memorable holes for this reason is the par-4 12th, which presents an interesting risk-reward opportunity if you dare to cut the corner.

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Course Details

Year Built 2009
Greens MiniVerde Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Billy Fuller (2009)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Appropriate golf attire. Collared shirts are required. All shorts must be Bermuda length.

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Reviews

4.6
716 Reviews (716)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Watching the Game 14
Drinks 12
Patio Dining 6
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 26
Forced Carries 23
Undulating Greens 20
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 24
Advanced Golfers 21
Entertaining Clients 20
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 22
At a Resort 14
In the 'Burbs 14

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Reviews 87
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 500 Contributor
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

What an amazing layout but brings some problems

One of the most exciting layouts i have played in decades..

Still getting the greens out on the edge of the lake makes some extremely narrow fairways which is bordering on unfair.. Hole number 3 for example.. Still i can not blame them for trying to fit in the amazing holes. Resort course bring some slow play but the views are amazing - greens were hard and excellent. Hard to make a pitch mark..

People rave about the Great Waters course at Reynolds but this was better in many ways

It had 7 signature holes ....

Course provides breakfast and snack included in the cost..

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 8
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

2nd best course in ga

Of course the masters is the top but that’s different.

Just go play it and see how great this course is.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 27
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Great course at a Hot Deal rate. Slow.

It was my first time playing there and although it had been on my list for some time, I could only justify paying if I found a deal, which I did. I think very few courses (if any in Georgia) are worth $140, so when I got Lanier Islands at $100, I pulled the trigger.

The value for the money is great as they provided breakfast, lunch (sandwiches and hot dogs), water and soda included in the price.

The pace of play on Labor Day, however, was horrible. There were some people ahead of us taking forever to play, and then behind us a group of drunk guys that thought they belonged in the Tour. So we were being pushed by the people behind, and waiting a LOT for the people ahead. A marshal came once, but did not resolve the issue.

The stated round time is 4h 15 min. We took about 5h 30min which is atrocious, especially in 95 degree weather.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Beautiful Course

Not anywhere close to my best game but still had a very enjoyable round. Course is challenging but getable as long as you are not out of position and I was way out of position almost all day but very thankful that was not the case for the par 3’s. This course is very picturesque with a track that flows along the the various shores of the lake. The course was in fantastic shape and absolutely love playing here.

Conditions Excellent
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
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

Amazing

Easily one of the best course in GA. Truly beautiful with so knU holes along the lake. But also expertly maintained and awesome layout. Despite the haven’t rain lately, fairways were generally dry enough for a good lie and greens were super smooth. Usually they are lightning fast but still ran good even tho we had all the rain. Will come back asap.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 41
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Worth the money for the experience

Great value and great time on a good looking course. 10/10 recommend.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 86
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played

Greens still recovering

Overall the course is in very good shape even with this heat. Greens were punched in the beginning of the month and have not recovered. The rest of the course is wonderful and the views cannot be topped. The staff is one of the best so friendly and respectful. Really enjoy this course and hope the greens heal quickly!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Superb Golf Course!!!

Great scenery with lake view holes, layout and challenging on every shot!! Must go if you are in Georgia! Staff was great!! Tony was super helpful! Course was in great shape, very well maintained.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
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 14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Beautiful, but difficult course that is in great shape

Legacy at Lanier is a beautiful course with 11 holes on the Lake. It is great condition and the pace of play is excellent. It is challenging course and I consider holes 12-15 their version of Amen Corner. It can be a little pricey but overall a great course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Very nice horse just ended playing nine hole because the weather

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
First Time Playing

Overpriced, But nice Views

I’ve been meaning to play legacy for a while. Played for $160 Saturday the first. Seemed really overpriced. Several greens had a ton of past hole locations near the current pin position. One of the trash cans was so full you couldn’t put anything in it. Didn’t see any rangers on the course at all.

Also the “meal included” was blimpy subs cut into 1/4s. If you can get on for $70 sure it’s probably worth it. But truly nothing special when there are courses in way better shape for the $. I wouldn’t play again anytime soon.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 86
Skill Advanced
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 500 Contributor
Previously Played

Amazing

Course is in great shape, greens look and roll perfect, fairways have filled in nicely. Tee boxes are coming in or they have sodded so will be perfect soon. The work they have done is showing. Staff is extremely friendly and always willing to work with you. I just wish everyone hadn’t discovered this gem because it’s now too difficult to find deals.

Overall great course you will not be disappointed

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
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