Budget-Friendly Golfing, Beautiful Courses at Georgia State Parks

Eight private golf courses span the state and are relaxed environments that welcome families and first-time golfers. Those looking for budget-friendly golfing or destination courses will find that Georgia State Parks award-winning courses are the perfect place to tee off.

Arrowhead Pointe Golf Course at Richard B. Russell State Park, Elberton Ga.

• 10 of the 18 holes are situated along Lake Russell and tee boxes rise above the greens, offering a panoramic view of the Par 72 layout.
• The course itself was designed by Georgia’s own golf course designer Bob Walker and features constant elevation change.
• Special nine-hole rates are $28 on weekdays, $31 on weekends and holidays. Play twilight, after 3 p.m. for $34 on weekdays and $39 on weekends and holidays. For additional information please call 706-283-6000.

Brazell’s Creek Golf Course at Gordonia-Alatamaha State Park, Reidsville Ga.

• The sprawling course plays over scenic wetlands and includes a 1,500-yard winding bridge that connects the front nine holes with the back nine.
• An ongoing deal: Save 50% on a sleeve of Wilson Staff Duo balls (40.0 compression) when you play 18 holes with a cart. Rates are available by calling the course at 912-577-7745.

Georgia Veterans Memorial Golf Course at Lake Blackshear Resort, Cordele Ga.

• The Dwarf Bermuda greens at Georgia Veterans Memorial Golf Course are large, sloping and wide fairways that wind through mounds and stands of tall loblolly pines.
•  The golf course was rated four stars by Golf Digest, and golfers are challenged by the expertly placed water hazards, mounds and sand bunkers.
•  Take advantage of a golf weekend getaway with packages starting at $159. Two rounds of golf are included in each night’s stay. For additional information please call 912-557-7745.

 Highland Walk Golf Course at Victoria Bryant State Park, Royston Ga.

• The steep, rolling hills tumble into sloping Bermuda greens, making the course a bit more challenging and perfect for golfers looking to hone in on their accuracy.
• The “All you can play” daily rate is $50 per day and the Twilight deals (after 2 p.m.) are $26 on weekdays $28 on weekends. Stay overnight in the park’s campground or Bluebird Cottage, or at Tugaloo State Park and book the golf package that includes a cabin rate of $135 for weekdays and $145 for weekends. For additional information please call 706-245-6770.

The Creek Golf Course at Hard Labor Creek State Park, Social Circle Ga.

• Named as “the fourth sweetest deal in the United States” by Golf Digest Frugal Golfer magazine.
• Tackle what is voted “the hardest starting hole in Georgia.”
• Tuesday is “Ladies Day,” where the green fee and cart for 18 holes is $25. Standard rates are $36 before 2 p.m., $30 after 2 p.m. on Monday through Friday, $45 before 2 p.m., and $38 after 2 p.m. on weekends and holidays. For additional information please call 706-557-3006.

The Lakes Golf Course at Laura S. Walker State Park, Waycross Ga.

• Near the northern edge of the Okefenokee Swamp, The Lakes Golf Course features native sand for the many bunkers as well as three lakes.
• Enjoy the views of the stunning peninsula and partake in the course voted “Best Municipal Course in Georgia” by Golf Digest.
• Weekday rates are $27 and weekends are $29 for 18 holes of golf. Combine a day of golfing with camping at Laura S. Walker State Park. Book Monday through Sunday for rates starting at $28-$44 per person/per night. For additional information please call 912-285-6154.

Georgia State Park golf courses offer special packages that include accommodations for those who golf at the local state park. The Creek at Hard Labor State Park offers a two-day/two-night camping stay and two days of golfing, with rates starting at $170 per night. Highland Walk at Victoria Bryant State Park offers lodging and green fee packages that start at $145 per night. Wallace Adams at Little Ocmulgee State Park’s high-season fees for lodging and golfing begin at $95 and include continental breakfast. To view the full details of each special package, please visit GaStateParks.org/GolfPackages.

For young golfers under 18 years of age, 18 holes of golf can be played at Georgia State Park golf courses for a junior rate of just $7. The junior rate is valid for green fees only and not valid on holidays or weekday mornings. Players will feel comfortable perfecting their golf game on the uncrowded, well-maintained courses surrounded by nothing but nature. Several State Park golf courses host summer camps and junior clinics throughout the year and some even have dedicated junior tees. To view the full details of Georgia Junior Golf Tour, upcoming events and related camps, please call 706-557-3006 or visit  GaStateParks.org/GeorgiaJuniorGolfTour.

Ranging from north Georgia to mid- and south Georgia, each course is known for its natural greens, tree-lined fairways and unique challenges, and all are open daily except for certain holidays. Some include full-service golf shops featuring golf accessories, snack bars and offer group/individual lessons, by appointment. Reservations are recommended, both for tee times and accommodations packages. Some clubhouses serve breakfast and lunch. GaStateParks.org/Golfing

Fees include the State Park parking fee when playing at any of the eight golf courses. GaStatePark.org/Golfing.
Those bringing along non-golfers and other family members will enjoy outdoor activities including biking, fishing, watercraft rentals, geocaching, hiking and more. For more information on specific park amenities and events, please visit GaStateParks.org

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About Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites
Georgia’s State Parks & Historic Sites are affordable destinations for vacations and quick getaways. Waterfalls and lakes, salt marsh and mountains are just some of the beautiful environments of the state parks. Georgia State Park Golf Courses offer the best variety and value around. With eight golf courses to choose from, each features natural settings and picturesque surroundings, as well as fun and challenging play. Most state parks offer fishing, boating, hiking, camping, geocaching, birding and more. Accommodations include campsites, cabins, lodges, even yurts, and vary by park. Among the Georgia State Historic Sites are presidential homes, ancient Indian mounds, battlefields, plantations and even a gold museum. Georgia’s public libraries have ParkPasses and Historic Site Passes that can be checked out like a book. GeorgiaStateParks.org

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