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Laurel Island Links
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The 18-hole Laurel Island Links in Kingsland, Georgia is a public golf course that opened in 1996. Designed by Davis Love III, Laurel Island Links measures 7011 yards from the longest tees and has a slope rating of 138 and a 74.8 USGA rating. The course features 4 sets of tees for different skill levels.
This design by PGA Tour player Davis Love III is quite remarkable. Laurel island resides on the banks of the vast Crooked River marsh that provides a stunning backdrop for holes two, three, and six.
The second nine roams inland working toward a secluded section of pine forest. The course is softly shaped and tinged in gentle southern atmosphere, opened in 1997. There is a light touch and quiet interaction with nature. You can play a beautiful, meditative golf at Laurel Island Links Laurel Island is approximately 25 minutes north of Jacksonville, FL. From Jacksonville take I-95 north to Georgia exit 6 and head east for two miles. Laurel Island Parkway will be on the left.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 72 | 7029 yards | 74.6 | 140 |
| Blue | 72 | 6591 yards | 72.5 | 135 |
| White | 72 | 6245 yards | 70.9 | 130 |
| Green | 72 | 5538 yards | 67.8 | 116 |
| Red (W) | 72 | 5366 yards | 71.5 | 126 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black M: 73.8/132 | 386 | 432 | 178 | 506 | 317 | 607 | 420 | 149 | 415 | 3410 | 443 | 184 | 426 | 533 | 453 | 563 | 371 | 182 | 464 | 3619 | 7029 |
| Blue M: 71.9/129 | 360 | 395 | 164 | 475 | 298 | 572 | 391 | 141 | 377 | 3173 | 422 | 166 | 405 | 511 | 429 | 531 | 359 | 166 | 429 | 3418 | 6591 |
| White M: 70.2/126 W: 76.2/136 | 347 | 377 | 153 | 464 | 287 | 546 | 375 | 133 | 328 | 3010 | 410 | 153 | 390 | 492 | 409 | 512 | 347 | 151 | 386 | 3250 | 6260 |
| Green M: 67.0/114 W: 72.0/124 | 322 | 342 | 138 | 453 | 257 | 483 | 339 | 109 | 309 | 2752 | 367 | 115 | 348 | 406 | 343 | 464 | 302 | 125 | 335 | 2805 | 5557 |
| Red M: 64.1/110 W: 69.6/118 | 270 | 300 | 107 | 397 | 256 | 434 | 299 | 109 | 308 | 2480 | 296 | 115 | 310 | 376 | 291 | 416 | 298 | 127 | 302 | 2531 | 5011 |
| Gold M: 62.7/106 W: 67.4/113 | 268 | 287 | 107 | 361 | 230 | 408 | 274 | 109 | 275 | 2319 | 245 | 115 | 294 | 343 | 269 | 381 | 260 | 127 | 250 | 2284 | 4603 |
| Handicap | 12 | 2 | 10 | 8 | 18 | 4 | 6 | 16 | 14 | 5 | 11 | 7 | 9 | 1 | 15 | 17 | 13 | 3 | |||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap (W) | 16 | 4 | 12 | 8 | 18 | 2 | 6 | 14 | 10 | 5 | 15 | 7 | 11 | 9 | 1 | 17 | 13 | 3 |
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Photo submitted by u314161469511 on 05/26/2024
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Hole 2 Photo submitted by Warren3635868 on 04/17/2019
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#2 Short par 4 Photo submitted by jpmorgan08 on 02/18/2015
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Photo submitted by jpmorgan08 on 02/18/2015
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2nd hole green and marsh Photo submitted by gday002 on 11/30/2012
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18th green approach Photo submitted by gday002 on 11/30/2012
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a little danger adds to the fun Photo submitted by gday002 on 11/30/2012
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Photo submitted by Doug3188839 on 09/26/2012
Courteous Pro Shop Staff
Pro shop staff was very courteous and welcoming. We enjoyed our 2nd time out on this course while visiting our kids from Bunker Hill, WV.
Love the layout
Pace of play and layout of the course were fine. Staff wasn’t overly friendly and the greens were generally not good. I’d play it again but it’s not the best course around.
GEORGIA PEACH
VERY NICE COURSE GREAT LAYOUT AND FUN TO PLAY WHERE EVER YOU LIVE GIVE IT A TRY GREAT PACE OF PLAY
GEORGIA GEM
PART OF ANNUAL FOURSOME GOLF TRIP WE ALL REALLY LOVED THIS GREAT CONDITIONS GREENS WERE VERY GOOD ACCEPT ONE GREEN IN THE BACK VERY FAIR GOLF LAYOUT FOR SENIORS PAR 3 WERE VERY FAIR JUST A GREAT TIME THANK YOU GOLF NOW
Excellent course layout & value for money
Compared to another local course (Fernandina Beach 30 mins away) Laurel Island Links was a great improvement. Very friendly & helpful pro, good standard (although not high end) rental clubs (Top Flite mens & ladies), very good course condition and interesting layout. They were both the same cost - but for me, dont waste your time at Fernandina Beach (see other review).
One area of improvement would be the clubhouse and pro shop both of which need some investment -but the course is A and the staff are super nice.
Average Course, Pro Shop guy was unprofessional
I have played this course numerous times in the past and surprisingly it’s in decent shape. But the biggest negative is as soon as we walked in the Pro Shop the guy behind the counter was super unprofessional, he was yelling at an older woman in front of me because she didn’t know what her Tee Time was. And then he completely lost it when I told him my wife was riding along with me (not playing) I literally had to tell him to calm down. This is the second time I’ve had a run in with this guy. He’s always in a bad mood and thinks he’s better than everybody else. If this app didn’t try to correct my profane language I would tell you how I really feel.
Great course at a great price
The course was in excellent conditions, the staff very friendly, for a full review copy and paste to your browser
https://4itchyfeet.com/2025/04/28/playing-laurel-island-links-a-south-georgia-golf-gem/
Bad Greens
This course used to have very nice greens and a good layout. I don’t know what’s going on but the greens were horrible yesterday. It appears that they may be losing some of them. The course needs water badly. I understand that we haven’t had much rain this month, but they still need to irrigate. They still charged full amount for sub par conditions.
Had Fun
Course is always fun but greens are in need of rain as are most courses now, Of you like slow greens this is your course. No cart staff. No water on course so bring your own. Paired up with two great friendly players. Will play there again.
Very Solid Course well worth the price.
This place had a great driving range, and most of the greens and fairways were in great shape. Pretty standard coastal Georgia course (my favorite). Would definitely recommend.
Great time, great people, great course
First visit. Slightly older clubhouse, but great staff friendly service good food. Very straight course, but helpful for a beginner like me. I was a single payer with threesome. Felt welcomed. I had a great time and will be back
Greens and fairways need help.
Great layout. The greens , especially the back nine are in sad shape as are the fairways.
I hope the conditions improve , I really enjoy playing there.
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