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Lakes Golf Course at Laura Walker State Park

5500 Laura Walker Rd, Waycross, Georgia 31503, Ware County
(912) 285-6154, (877) 591-5578, (800) 434-0982
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628 Reviews
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Lakes GC at Laura Walker State Park
A view over the water from Lakes Golf Course at Laura Walker State Park
Lakes GC at Laura Walker State Park
A view of a green with water and bunkers coming into play at Lakes Golf Course from Laura Walker State Park
Lakes GC at Laura Walker State Park
A view of a hole at Lakes Golf Course from Laura Walker State Park
Lakes GC at Laura Walker State Park
A view of a green at Lakes Golf Course from Laura Walker State Park
Lakes GC at Laura Walker State Park
A sunny day view of a green at Lakes Golf Course from Laura Walker State Park
Lakes GC at Laura Walker State Park
A view from Lakes Golf Course at Laura Walker State Park

About

Situated at the northern edge of the Okefenokee Swamp, the Lakes Golf Course at Laura S. Walker State Park is home to an abundance of native plants and wildlife including alligators, gopher tortoises, and blue herons. True to its name, the course has three large lakes and the layout is routed through numerous varieties of oak trees and palmettos. The course is as challenging as it is scenic with heavily undulating greens, water hazards, and strategically placed bunkers. There is also subtle but tricky, links-style mounding defining each of the fairways and landing areas. The course strikes a nice balance of player-friendly and difficult holes but be prepared for the final holes on both the front and back nine, they are considered the toughest on the golf course.

Holes 18
Par 72
Length 6595 yds
Rating 71.9
Slope 122
Type Public
Style Links
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Year Built 1996
Golf Season Year round
Architect(s) Steve Burns

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4.7
4.7 out of 5 stars, based on 628 reviews
98.1%
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628
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  • Conditions
    4.5
  • Value
    4.7
  • Layout
    4.8
  • Friendliness
    4.8
  • Pace
    4.6
  • Amenities
    4.1
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Course Highlights
The course layout earns top marks, with a well-balanced mix of accessible and challenging holes kept in excellent condition with fast, smooth greens. Friendly staff, strong value, and a reliable pace of play make this course worth the drive.

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Golfers Often Mention

Course Challenges:
Undulating Greens 15
Bunkers 14
Water Hazards 12
Best For:
Locals 15
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 14
Walkers 11
Location is:
Worth the Drive 12

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yrNOI9cRG8owDgOiY0t4
Reviews 4
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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CdGe9474
Reviews 13
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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yrNOI9cRG8owDgOiY0t4
Reviews 4
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 4.0
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Keikni
Reviews 14
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

My Favorite Course

I can't say enough good things about this course. It's my favorite layout in the North Florida/South Georgia region, no houses on the course, and the staff is always super friendly. I make the drive from Jax as often as I can to play, and it's worth every mile of the trip. As noted above, it's my absolute favorite course!

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 3.0
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csweat51
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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abrown34343
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

This course was in really good condition

The tees fairways, and greens were all well maintained. The greens were slightly slow. The rough was deep which made the course more challenging. I really like this course.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
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abrown34343
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Good course with variety of holes

This course has some long holes, so short holes, some easy holes, and some difficult holes. The course was in good condition, but the greens were a little slow.

The pace of play was a little slow.

I always enjoy playing this course.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 3.0
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OPEgGRF4A8KxlRHlSGKm
Reviews 50
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Overall condition of the was very good. The course was very wet though due to all the rain we had . The greens were rather long & slow which I am sure was intentional due to the extreme heat so they would burn up!

Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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rawlins1933
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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dwill411
Reviews 41
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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Dbruchie
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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Stoned00
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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abrown34343
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Always fun

The course was good, but the greens were on the slow side because they had aerated about 3 or 4 weeks ago.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
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jackpersinger
Reviews 33
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

In very nice shape

Considering all the rain we had, the course was in really good shape. Very soft conditions, greens were a little slow, and a couple had some rough patches, but overall real nice. Fairways and tee boxes in reall nice shape as well. 38bucks is not as great a deal as it used to be, but it is still a good deal. Ony 4 cars in the parking lot was good for pace of play as well.....

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
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Don7590462
Reviews 31
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Never Disappoints

As noted in the past this is one of the best courses in the northern Florida/Southern Georgia area. And this round was no exception other than the greens were recovering from aeration and were woefully slow. Other than that the course was in tournament quality condition from tee to green. More play than usual was encountered, but still played in 2:45. Take the time to drive and play this course. You won't be disappointed.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 4.0
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DougShirah
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

The course is fun!

Tee time was a little off. But can’t blame the staff for that, some guys started late in front of us.

Course was fun! Great for beginners like myself.

If I could add any feedback, add fans to the carts for the summer months.

Overall great experience and worth driving over an hour too. Will return!

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
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kyle7074445
Reviews 10
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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TMC22724
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
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u314162071524
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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Dbruchie
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Fun times

Beautiful course, the greens are recovering from some sort of fungus, but over all it’s great!

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
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