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The Amelia River Club

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The Amelia River Club
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4.6
1453 Reviews 1453 Reviews
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Conditions
4.4
Value
4.4
Layout
4.6
Friendliness
4.8
Pace
4.4
Amenities
4.4
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96.8%
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1380 out of 1453 reviews
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4.7
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4.4
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
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4.6
Amenities
4.5
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4.9
97.2%
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70 out of 72 reviews
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4.6
203 Reviews 203 Reviews
5 Stars
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Conditions
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Value
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Layout
4.7
Pace
4.4
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4.8
97.5%
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6860 yards
Slope 139
Rating 74.0

The Amelia River Club is located on Amelia Island, just north of Jacksonville and within minutes of the historic town of Fernandina Beach. Renowned as one of the best-conditioned courses in the area with incredibly smooth greens, sculpted around a forest of majestic Live Oaks, Sable Palms, Pines and Wax Myrtles.

This par 72 track, designed by Tom Jackson, plays to a yardage of 6,823 from the back tees. It's pristine condition features well manicured rolling fairways, smooth bunkers and greens that challenge all skill levels. This course is unique in character and is a treat to play.

The Amelia River consists of 18 holes of challenging golf where ball control and accuracy are keys to a great game. The fairways are wide and open, giving the golfer a sense of a traditional Scottish links course on some holes and a narrow tree lined experience on others. The 13th hole is a good example of the course’s challenges. This long par five runs along the border of the Fernandina Beach Airport and is a strategic three shot hole. Too long and left at lay up and you will have to deal with a water hazard. The wind can play havoc with this hole as it reminds one of an open links style design. In contrast #9 is a tree lined par four with very little room for error and includes a forced carry over Alligator Creek.

The signature 17th hole is a par three surrounded by water demanding an accurate shot to the island green which closely resembles another very famous golf hole in our area! The final hole ends at the edge of the Amelia River and its expansive tidal marsh.

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Tees
Tee Par Length Rating Slope
Gold 72 6860 yards 74.0 139
Blue 72 6349 yards 71.6 136
Blue/Black 72 6082 yards 70.4 131
Black 72 5872 yards 69.4 127
Black/White 72 5546 yards 67.9 122
White (W) 72 5290 yards 71.7 129
White 72 5290 yards 66.7 118
Green 72 4706 yards 64.1 113
Green (W) 72 4706 yards 68.4 117
Track Rounds
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Scorecard for Amelia River Golf Club
Metrics:
Hole 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Out 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 In Total
Gold M: 74.0/139 551 371 385 206 557 382 218 396 420 3486 366 384 178 587 360 356 431 164 548 3374 6860
Blue M: 71.6/136 521 337 372 176 521 356 190 363 389 3225 339 357 160 538 338 325 407 147 513 3124 6349
Blue/Black M: 70.4/131 521 337 333 151 489 356 164 363 373 3087 339 357 160 493 338 325 383 122 478 2995 6082
Black M: 69.4/127 W: 74.8/135 469 312 333 151 489 337 164 343 373 2971 327 333 135 493 321 309 383 122 478 2901 5872
Black/White M: 67.9/122 428 312 333 119 489 301 134 343 340 2799 327 296 120 456 321 309 383 98 437 2747 5546
White M: 66.7/118 W: 71.7/129 428 276 296 119 456 301 134 309 340 2659 311 296 120 456 280 282 351 98 437 2631 5290
Green M: 64.1/113 W: 68.4/117 390 253 266 94 436 264 103 284 274 2364 242 259 85 440 266 251 326 75 398 2342 4706
Handicap 3 9 17 15 7 11 13 5 1 12 8 18 6 10 16 2 14 4
Par 5 4 4 3 5 4 3 4 4 36 4 4 3 5 4 4 4 3 5 36 72
Handicap (W) 1 11 13 17 5 9 15 7 3 16 12 18 2 10 8 6 14 4

Course Details

Year Built 2000
Greens TifEagle Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Tom Jackson (2000)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
GPS Yes
Pull-carts No
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, Discover welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed No
Dress code Collared shirts, mock turtlenecks, or golf-specific shirts are required. Trousers, tailored shorts (no more than 4 inches above the knee). Denim, sweatpants, cargo shorts/pants, and athletic-style shorts are not permitted.

Food & Beverage

Restaurant, Beverage Carts

Available Facilities

Clubhouse
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Reviews

4.6
1453 Reviews (1453)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 19
Watching the Game 10
Brunch 9
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 28
Forced Carries 23
Bunkers 22
This course/club is great for:
Locals 20
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 20
Advanced Golfers 18
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 30
Near the Airport 15
Convenient to the City 14

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dverlezz
Played On
Reviews 15
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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JRoldan75
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Place to Play

Wonderful course that is always in great condition. Only wish the range balls we’re cheaper.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Vcrawfish
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Best value for the money

Compared to the majority of courses in Jacksonville., this course provides a good get away for a great price. Layout was generally challenging. Greens were a bit slow but in great shape. I would definitely play here again. .

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Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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philipps0303
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
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Sleeprn35
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Was in great condition one green had some breakthrough poana but did not affect the putt. And on hole 9 the green side bunker was under repair. Overall course is in great condition compared to others in the area right now.

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Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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PaulVFerraro
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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tomkos13
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Nice course and layout

The fairways were in nice shape despite the Florida drought. The greens were in great shape and rolled true. They were cut a little longer and were slower than I was used to. But I am used to very fast greens. Probably better for most people. They had a great variety of tee boxes so you can make the course as tough as you want take on. My wife thought the course was woman friendly with only a few forced carries and the right length for her game.

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Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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mikep314golf
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Reviews 30
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

First timer : a great golf course

This is a hidden gem, I was pleasantly surprise and please playing this golf course, we’ll maintain from tee to green,

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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sMoDK08nZ8oRdr9LEdkj
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Friendly staff & nice course

Good layout and very friendly staff who were helpful. Good quality rental clubs (male & female) but a bit pricey, althougj it did include6new balls.
Disappointed that bar not open for a drink after our round.
Wpuls recommend the course

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Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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u314163169886
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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AZM33uM98jSJmVul3dIf
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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AZM33uM98jSJmVul3dIf
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Good fun, and a lovely day.

A busy day but it moved good,
Staff were welcoming and efficient
Had a pre game sandwich prepared individually, which was delicious .Tom the starter was very helpful and welcoming …overall the course was good the rough had not yet grown but the fairways and greens were grand…overall loved it and enjoyed the day

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Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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bamadog22
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Champ15
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Course

Great Course with a friendly staff…tee times 5mins a part called for almost a 5hr round of golf!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
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u314163169886
Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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u314163169886
Played On
Reviews 7
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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u560410593
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

This course was in fantastic shape

Amelia River was in great shape yesterday and except for the greens Being a little slow was absolutely perfect. Everything was green. the layout course was very challenging but fair.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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jgadd613
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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u314161172370
Played On
Reviews 17
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice Course

I play here annually on my SE road trip. The layout is enjoyable, but the greens were dreadfully slow. Not sure they had been cut in days. Otherwise, the course was in good shape and the staff is top notch.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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mblouin22
Played On
Reviews 5
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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