Golf
Arkansas and Golf Were Made For Each Other
The diverse geography and simple beauty of The Natural State are great complements to the game of golf.
The beautiful Ozark Mountains provide gentle rolling hills, hardwood forests, pristine streams and deep blue mountain lakes that make Ozark Golf Courses works of natural art. In the Ouachita Mountains, which cover the south-west quarter of the state, these magnificent golf courses are designed from land covered with tall pines, rivers, lakes and natural springs. The Arkansas Delta and Grand Prairie are naturally suited to Scottish links style courses. The Central Arkansas region features several popular Little Rock golf courses, where you can experience almost all the terrain types found throughout the state. The Timberlands region is a beautiful location for a golf vacation in Arkansas and the scenic River Valley region features championship golf courses that offer sweeping vistas of the countryside, lakes and rivers.
Thunder Bayou Golf Links at Blytheville
No matter when you visit Arkansas for your golf getaway, you'll find plenty of opportunities for a round of golf. Our mild Arkansas winters provide us with numerous days of comfortable play.
Arkansas features beautiful golf courses designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. , Edmund B. Ault and other famous golf course designers . Semi-private and public golf courses are abundant in Arkansas, and you will find plenty of daily fee courses to play your way through The Natural State.
Use the navigation bar at the top of the page to locate Arkansas golf courses in your region of interest. From scenic mountaintops to lush rolling valleys, Arkansas offers golfers a wonderful collection of excellent, pristine courses and all the natural beauty the state has to offer.
1100 Country Club Ln
Pine Bluff, AR 71603
United States P: (870) 535-3180
F: (870) 534-1065
http://www.pinebluffcc.com
The 18-hole "Pine Bluff" course at the Pine Bluff Country Club facility in Pine Bluff, Arkansas features 6,649 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 71 . The course rating is 71.6 and it has a slope rating of 120. Designed by Herman Hackbarth, the Pine Bluff golf course opened in 1914.
When you enter the gates of the Pine Bluff Country Club, you'll see that we take pride in our charming atmosphere, our multi-use facilities, and our landscaped grounds. It won't take long to figure out why so many families in Pine Bluff and the surrounding areas enjoy being members of one of South Arkansas' most exclusive clubs.
On a hot summer day, the perfect time to play our shady course is in the late afternoon while the occasional breeze rustles throughout the Southern Oaks and tall Pines that grace the property. You might find nearby residents walking along the paths as you enjoy the peaceful quiet on our well-kept fairways and greens. We've earned a slow-paced reputation, so our club staff tries to make each of your visits to the club relaxing. However, our facilities are completely upscale. We ask that members and guests always wear appropriate attire, which includes shirts with collars and seamed shorts.
We are open year-round for the enjoyment of members and their guests. Our clubhouse is more than just an amenity, it is the heart of your social experience. Whether it is a special occasion, a social outing, or a sports event that brings you to the club, we are here to ensure that it is the best it can be. We offer golf, tennis, fine dining, and recreational/competitive swimming. After your activities, be sure to stop at the restaurant, snack bar, or sports bar. Oh, and don't forget to visit the pro shop or tennis shop! We offer a large range of merchandise in case you need to restock after your game.
General Info
Course:
The course, originally built in 1914 and later redesigned by Joe Finger, offers superior golf for all levels of play. Gold tee yardage is 6,649 and red tee yardage is 5,250 with a par of 71. The course features generous fairways consisting of Tif Way 419/Sahara Bermuda and the Mini Verde Bermuda creates our lush greens. Distance markers are on sprinklers to the center of greens. Click here for course layout and photos.
Guest fees, policies, and guidelines:
We encourage members to bring guests to our club. Feel free to make special arrangements if you want to bring several guests. If a member wants to bring a guest on multiple occasions, the guest may visit once monthly. House guests may play more than once a month provided the Golf Shop receives prior notice.
Fees (including practice balls):
Contact the golf shop (870-535-3180) for fees.
Golf Handicaps:
The Pine Bluff Country Club Golf Shop provides USGA handicaps. To learn more about handicaps, contact the golf shop or visit the USGA Website . To post a score, visit GHIN.com
Jaycee Golf Course
Oakland Park Dr
Pine Bluff, AR 71601
870-536-5241
Driving Directions
Public, $7.50 - $7.50
This course has wide-open fairways, and the water hazards come into play on three holes. The greens are generally flat, but there are some subtle breaks. This is an excellent course for the beginning golfer.
Design - Golf Course at Jaycee Golf Course
- Year Built: 1956
- Designer: Leon Howard
- Greens Grass Type: Bermuda Grass
- Fairways Grass Type: Bermuda Grass
- Water Hazards: Yes
- Sand Bunkers: 1-10
- Yardage Markers: 200, 150, 100 Yard Markers
More Information - Golf Course at Jaycee Golf Course
- Green Fee: $7.50 - $7.50
- Driving Range: N/A
- Training Facilities: Putting Green, Teaching Pro
- Golf Pro: Charles Walters
- Rental Clubs: Yes
- Carts: Yes
- Pullcarts: No
- Caddies: No
- Walking: Allowed
- Food: No
- Bar: No
- Homes on Course: No
Harbor Oaks Golf Club
1 Harbor Oaks Dr
Pine Bluff, AR 71601
870-541-9010
Driving Directions
Public, 18 holes, $19.00 - $29.00
This course has narrow, tree-lined fairways and large, undulating greens. Water hazards come into play on seven holes. The signature hole is #17, a 204-yard, par 3, requiring a tee shot over water and a rock wall to a green guarded by a horseshoe-shaped bunker in the front.
Harbor Oaks Golf Club, voted one of the top 10 public courses in Arkansas, is a challenging par 72. Four sets of tees stretch from 5,429 to 7,010 yards of Tifton Bermuda fairways and mini verde greens with water on seven holes. After your round, stay and enjoy the stunning views of the 9th and 18th greens from the award-winning restaurant and lounge. Other nearby attractions include The Delta Rivers Nature Center, The Arkansas Railroad Museum, The Arts and Science Center for Southeast Arkansas, The Arkansas Entertainers Hall of Fame, and seasonal festivals and concerts.
Big Creek Golf & Country Club
Mountain Home, Arkansas
One of a select number of courses in the USA to receive a five-star rating from Golf Digest 's “Places to Play” in May of 2004, 2006 and 2008, defined as "Golf at its absolute best. Pay any price at least once in your life." Also rated fifth in the USA in “Service” and eighth in “Top Courses in Conditioning” by Golf Digest 's “Places to Play.” Big Creek, designed by Thomas Clark with Ault, Clark and Associates, sprawls over 200 acres featuring four lakes, our namesake creek, white sand bunkers, lush zoysia fairways and bent grass greens. Challenging, yet enjoyable – five sets of tees range from 5,068 to 7,320 yards. A state-of-the-art practice facility features a three-tiered driving range, separate putting and chipping greens, and a large practice bunker to improve your game. Only one-and-a-half hours from Branson, Missouri, Mountain Home also offers world-record trout fishing on the North Fork and White rivers and other water sports on Bull Shoals and Norfork lakes.
Eagle Crest Golf Course
Alma, Arkansas
After opening in the spring of 1997, Eagle Crest Golf Course quickly established itself as one of the premier golf courses in Arkansas. With perfect zoysia fairways, great greens and one spectacular view after another, Eagle Crest has become the exclusive destination for golf for many who come to The Natural State. Designed by multiple tour event winner Mark Hayes, Eagle Crest will both entertain the novice, as well as test the professional. Come experience for yourself the beauty and the challenge of Eagle Crest Golf Course.
