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4.2
1241 Reviews (1241)
5 Stars
562
4 Stars
462
3 Stars
139
2 Stars
47
1 Stars
31
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.3
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.1
86.4%
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1101 out of 1241 reviews
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4.4
47 Reviews (47)
5 Stars
28
4 Stars
12
3 Stars
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1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.4
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.5
89.4%
Recommend this course
42 out of 47 reviews
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4.3
63 Reviews (63)
5 Stars
36
4 Stars
17
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.3
Layout
4.4
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.5
87.3%
Recommend this course
55 out of 63 reviews
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Course Highlights
Lake Arrowhead delivers a strategically challenging mountain layout with spectacular views, well-maintained fairways, and exceptional multi-tiered greens. Consistently friendly and helpful staff make every visit welcoming, from the clubhouse to the first tee.

About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 72
Length 7212 yards
Slope 136
Rating 74.9

Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Highland Course at Lake Arrowhead weaves through rolling woodlands. Every hole offers unique scenery and stunning mountain views. The golf course was completely redesigned in 2008, which makes it one of Atlanta's younger courses; nevertheless it has quickly garnered a strong following amongst locals thanks to not only the challenging layout but also the affordable rates and beautiful setting. Lake Arrowhead's convenient location makes it even more appealing, it sits less than an hour north of Atlanta. The golf course features strategically placed bunkers and plenty of trees. It is a layout that requires careful course management. The 14th hole is arguably the most difficult. This tricky par 5 is known to test even the most skilled players.

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Course Details

Year Built 1970
Greens Bent
Golf Season Year round
Architect D. J. DeVictor

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees.
GPS No
Pull-carts No
Caddies No
Clubs No

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy No
Golf Simulator No
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes
Practice Hole No

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes. No spectator riders allowed on weekends and holidays.
Dress code Proper Dress Required (No T-shirts, denim or cut-off shorts)
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Reviews

4.2
1241 Reviews (1241)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 21
Patio Dining 16
19th Hole Scenic Views 15
Course Challenges Include:
Elevation Changes 48
Forced Carries 38
Undulating Greens 34
This course/club is great for:
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 43
Advanced Golfers 36
Locals 24
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 37
In the 'Burbs 12

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Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

She’s a real beaut Clark!

Boy oh boy what a beaut lake arrowhead was. From the incredible staff to the beautiful course you definitely won’t miss out coming here. Their chicken salad croissant sandwich was insanely good, their greens were a little slow but I’m garbage at golf so that doesn’t matter…..BALRIGHT! and their staff were incredibly helpful and nice! Can’t wait to come back and play several more times! PS: The guy on the range that talked crap about my ability to golf, he didn’t break 100. HERE WE GOOOOO!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Mountain Course

Course was beautiful. Tons of deer. Played midday on a Saturday and took 4 hours. Staff seemed a little stuffy but the guests were friendly.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Better than the office

Had a day off through the week and decided to play. Great staff and a great course. Will definitely be back.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 27
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great place to play. Not for new or below average golfers. This is a challenging course but it is very rewarding when you get it right!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
First Time Playing

5 hr 45 min pace of play

Just horrible pace of play. The longest round I have ever played at close to 6 hours on a Saturday morning. Marshall did nothing about it and was rude when passing by.

Course has some views and is pretty nice. There are better mountain courses but it’s not bad. Just crazy slow pace. A lot more uphill than downhill shots. Would have enjoyed it a lot more if they could cut down pace of play.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Fair
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
Response from on 10/28/2025:
Thanks for your review. We know there’s room to improve, and we’re already working to enhance things. We’d love a second chance to give you a better experience.
Played On
Reviews 75
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played

In our rotation

Not clise, but worth the drive. Course is in good shape. #5 is really the only quiky hole. Staff is friendly, practice are is expansive.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 23
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
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 Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Staff was amazing... golf community was very friendly and inviting.. course is tough, challenging and rewarding.. I will definitely be back.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Slow play.

Two young guys playing front of us, hitting many shots. One of the hole, they hitting 3 driver shot each. We're waiting right beyond of them. After first two holes, we have to wait 5~6 minutes every holes.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Hidden Gem

Had an awesome day at Lake Arrowhead. Staff was very friendly and course was in great shape and very challenging. Not a corse to bomb it off every tee box. A lot of strategy needed to play through this course. The fifth hole was a monster but fun. Will definitely be back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Response from on 09/17/2025:
Thank you for the awesome review! We're so glad to hear you had a great experience and look forward to having you back again.
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Beyond beautiful

I've played some of the best courses in the U.S., and few rival this beauty. Exciting, challenging layout starting from the first hole. Every hole more stunning than the one before. Mountains as a backdrop on every hole. Pristine course. Sticky, but not slow Bent grass greens hold well. (Be sure to repair your ball marks) You can really go after the pin on these greens because your ball will check. A zillion friendly deer on the course. Spotted some wild turkey too. Fairways, greens and tees in superb shape. Super-friendly and helpful staff who you can tell take pride in this course. This is no cookie cutter course... the unique design of the course keeps you on your toes. An absolutely must play, must return course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 09/03/2025:
Thanks for the glowing feedback! It’s always a pleasure hearing that guests had a fantastic time. Hope to see you again soon!
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great course!!!

Super unique!! Love the elevation changes!! Very scenic!! Highly recommend!!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

The course is beautiful and the staff is great.

Course conditions are near perfect except for so many ball marks on greens that weren’t repaired and it leaves a lot of holes on the greens. The other negative is the golf carts have no power and cannot pull some of the grades without having your partner get out and push, this is unacceptable. Otherwise this course is beautiful!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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