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3.9
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5 Stars
338
4 Stars
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3 Stars
108
2 Stars
39
1 Stars
23
Conditions
3.7
Value
3.8
Layout
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.0
84.2%
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762 out of 866 reviews
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4.1
13 Reviews (13)
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Conditions
4.1
Value
3.8
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.5
92.3%
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12 out of 13 reviews
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4.0
36 Reviews (36)
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Conditions
3.9
Value
3.9
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.6
91.7%
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33 out of 36 reviews
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Course Highlights
The scenic layout features multiple lakes, ponds, and streams that create a genuinely engaging challenge across all 18 holes. Exceptionally friendly staff, a solid grass range, and a welcoming clubhouse round out a well-regarded experience.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6980 yards
Slope 139
Rating 73.6

Royal Lakes Golf & Country Club is situated in the heart of South Hall County. The course sprawls across 150 acres of rolling countryside with natural wetlands comprising 19 of those acres. The golf course has a traditional Scottish links design that also incorporates a few mountain holes. It's a layout that will always keep you guessing. It may not be the most formidable golf course in the area, but it shouldn't be underestimated either. The course strikes a good balance between being forgiving enough for high handicappers and challenging enough for more advanced players. The par 3s are tough and the diverse par 4s come in all shapes and sizes. Royal Lakes Golf & C.C. is a shot maker's layout that requires accuracy and thoughtful strategy. The most memorable hole on the golf course is the par-5 11th, which features an intimidating island green.

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Course Details

Year Built 1990
Fairways Bermuda
Greens Bent
Golf Season Year round
Architect Arthur Davis

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes

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Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
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3.9
866 Reviews (866)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 16
Patio Dining 12
Brunch 7
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 42
Bunkers 31
Elevation Changes 25
This course/club is great for:
Locals 27
Advanced Golfers 20
Entertaining Clients 19
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 29
In the 'Burbs 17
Convenient to the City 11

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Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
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5.0
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First Time Playing

Best course around in North Georgia

I'm new to the area and I've played lots of courses around North Georgia and this has been my favorite thus far. Great course with challenging looks and unique holes. Only complaint is the pace of play was very slow!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

GREAT FUN

Had a business associate from out of town. He was impressed as was I. Great "find" in Flowery Branch. Headed back to play again soon. Reminder: always repair your ball marks...it makes it better for everybody! Thanks :-)

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great

Each hole has character and they are fairly easy if you can keep it in play. Beautiful holes and fun to play. The only complaint is at the turn we stopped to get a drink and a candy bar and we were in there for 20 minutes trying to get the staff to work the credit card machine

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

This was a challenging but fair course

Very nice course, well maintained, greens excellent condition, pace of play was good, staff was excellent, we lucked out the weather was very good.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Poor weather
Used cart

No Water?

It was a typical and steamy Georgia summer. Imagine what ! There was no drinking water all over the course under over 95 steamy weather. I was told the employee in charge didn't come to work.
Then??? What??? Unbelievable.

Conditions Good
Value Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Good weather
Used cart

Very Enjoyable Round of Golf

Been a while since I'd been to Royal Lakes. It was very pleasant round of golf. Shot placement was important. Would have been good to have some type of "hole diagrams" on the scorecards for folks who don't play their often. Several "blind shots" where course experience would've been a big help! Greens were challenging but not punishing! People need to be reminded to repair ball marks - not just here but EVERYWHERE!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great Course For All Skill Levels

This course was recommended from a friend and I was a little hesitant because of the 1hr drive. When I arrived I saw the area and it was beautiful. We hit some balls and then hit the first tee box. First fairway has some challenge out the gate and no disappointments from there. I loved every fairway and even the par 3's had some element of risk reward to keep you thinking and playing your short game with minimal flaws to score. Would make the drive again and Golf now price was a steal.

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

Lots of damp fairways and roped off areas

The course was very damp and over half of the holes you were only allowed on the cart path. Greens were a work in progress. I've played here many times but was disappointed recently.

Conditions Fair
Value Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Good weather
Used cart

Royal Lakes Golf and Country Club

Course was in excellent condition. Fairways and greens were superb. Lay-out is very challenging for the averaged golfer. Thick Bermuda rough makes for difficult shots. Beverage cart is very nice touch.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Nice all-around

Challenging for a beginner but a great experience. Nice course with picturesque holes. Had a par on 11 with 3rd shot within 10 feet of hole. (worth the whole round!)

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

challenging layout

The tees, fairways and greens were in excellent condition. The sand traps could use some repair (new sand would do the job) The help was courteous and we were able to tee off right on time and were not pushed by anyone nor did we catch anyone. Greens were above par and so was I. Had a great time. Played entire round in less than three hours. We will be back on a regular basis.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 34
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Monday mid afternoon

Nice course. Love the layout. Different looks on every hole. Cart guy didn't seem too happy but it didn't effect my round. Will definitely play again!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Time!

I was very pleased with Royal Lakes. The course was in really good condition, the staff was very friendly, and we were able to play 18 holes in about three hours and 15 minutes. This course also provides a really good challenge. I will definitely be back!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

beautiful breeze

The course is pretty but there are a lot of blind tee shots. One hole has an almost island green with 2 water crossings. It is a hdden gem.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Excellent weather
Used cart

Purchase a Yardage Book...

This was the first time we have played Royal Lakes, so my buddy bought a yard book. What a great purchase... Not only does it have the full layout of the holes, but a detailed description of the greens, and yardage to either lay up or got for it on certain holes. It kept those hitting a great shot 30 yards past the landing area into the water away. Fairways were Great , except for some drainage areas after all the recent rain, Greens were in fantastic shape as well. Definitely will play here again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Nice Layout

I really enjoy the layout of this course. The greens are some of the best I have seen this year. The fairways have improved greatly over the last 2 weeks.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good service and friendly

Good condition ! And challenge but some fair way need to improve !

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Course Great price

Enjoyable course with good greens and green fairways.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great day for golf

I told my wife in the mid of the afternoon just to get out of the office and she turned out to be a great caddie. We enjoyed the course great or no pacing. Just a wonderful day on the course with my wife. G.O.L.F. that a misnomer (Gentleman often Ladies Fine). The no# 10 island green a must play.

Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Excellent weather
Used cart

Great Course

Royal Lakes is one of the best lay outs north of Atlanta. It was in great shape.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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