Lanier Islands Resort - Legacy Golf Course

Legacy on Lanier has got to be one of the most underrated, scenic courses in the Gwinnett/surrounding area. This course has some many incredible features. Half the holes are lined with lake lanier which makes for a very lovely, scenic course but also makes some quite intimidating tee shots as some are 200+ yard carries over water! I love and hate playing this course all at the same time as if you're game isn't on, it will be a long day. But theres a lot to love about Legacy, as they include food and drinks with your round, the practice facilities are extensive and well-maintained. This is a great course and is a bucket-list course for anyone local or traveling to the Atlanta area. It will not disappoint!

I played Legacy on Lanier with three other family members in July. None of us had ever played the course before. The course was in decent condition, but there were some rough areas, especially on the 4th hole. The course winds in and out of the lake and has some significant elevation changes. Holes 11-13 are especially beautiful. Included with your green fee is unlimited food and drink (non-alcoholic) in the clubhouse. My only major criticism is that a lot of local knowledge is required to play this course. There are several blind tee shots and no description of the hole layouts at the tee box or in the cart. I play to a 12 handicap and drive the ball reasonably straight. When I hit a long drive, I approach 280 yds. On several occasions, I drove the ball through the fairway and into a hazard. I'm looking forward to playing again with a better idea of what to do off of each tee.

Legacy on Lanier has been in my normal rotation for a long time. It is one of the most difficult shorter courses around. Holes 12-15 are a real challenge with water carries, wavy tilted greens, and some distance. This is a course that you really use every club in the bag and where placement is much more important than distance. There are lots of birdie chances on some holes and lots of big numbers than can strike on others. Very friendly staff, food, snacks, some beverages and range balls included which makes the price more reasonable. Pace of play is almost always excellent.

The friendliest golf course employees I have had the opportunity to meet on any golf course I have played.
The sights are wonderful to experience. Makes you feel you are on vacation every time you play. Would recommend that this course should be experienced by everyone.

Fantastic staff makes the difference. Course and amenities are outstanding and treating the seniors with a great membership plan is well done.

A well managed, challenging, destination course with many picturesque views. I think all the holes are interesting and/or challenging. On number 8 mentioned by one reviewer, some pin placements will end up with the regulation ball back down the hill after the put. At least it is challenging for this senior.

A quality course with a great lay-out, exceptional staff, and the best senior card offering of any course in the area. The scenery is beautiful. While a challenging course, it is fun and enjoyable to play.

Location on the lake is hard to beat. Beautiful views. Lots of water in play. Condition of tee boxes and fairways were pretty solid. Greens were rolling fast.

With snacks and beverages included, I'd play it again in a heartbeat!

A great looking course on the shores of Lake Lanier. This course is really tough and 3/4 of the holes incorporate the lake. This course compares favourably to the best courses I have played in the States, Scotland and continental Europe.

Best holes are the v tough 14th and the stretch from 10-13 are also good. The only holes that aren't challenging or interesting are the 7th and 8th.

Free food and drink are included with your green fee and it is of a good quality.

Only negatives would be the greens as I am not a fan of the mini verde. but they are lightening and in great condition.

Very scenic golf course. Greens were rolling fast. I think they said they were the new mini-verdi bermuda greens. It would even be a more beautiful course when the fairways green back up in the spring. Free food and drink were included in your green fees. It does have alot of blind shots so I would buy the yardage book next time. Greens were hard, not many divots, maybe due to the season or just the type of greens.

The course has a great view and every hole is well designed. A bit challenging but fun enough to think about how to play the hole. Only one thing that I was not satisfied with is its green condition. I cannot say it is poor but worse than the overall quality.

it was good course.
and good service and good food.

Awesome course on Lake Lanier, great layout, very challenging layout and green. The green and layup area is not that great in winter month.

This course is not about hitting the long ball, it is about hitting accurate tee and iron shots. But that is the easy part as the greens are fast but true. On some holes you will have to be on the right part of the green or you will most likely 3 putt. Great value as it includes food and range balls. Great staff.

Great experience. Tough course in great condition, friendly staff, free amenities. If you want a scenic course, its tough to beat this one.

The greens were well maintained and the view is beautiful. There are a lot of diffcult and challenging holes making the course fun to play.
The staff is very friendly and helpful.

The conditions were excellent. The pace of play was good, staff was friendly, and the views on the course were amazing. We will be back to this course in the future.

Beautiful layout in a great lakeside setting. Free food, bev , snacks. The more you play, the less it costs.

Excellent shape, fun to play, will try to play again soon

Always in great shape. Pin placement on certain greens can really test your ability to not 3 putt