Golf on the Georgia Coast

Golf on the Georgia Coast: 3 Courses to Play Around St. Marys

Golf is a natural part of the outdoor lifestyle on Georgia's coast. Around St. Marys and Camden County, golfers can enjoy courses surrounded by marshes, water, pine trees and the relaxed scenery that makes this part of Georgia special.

Whether you're visiting St. Marys for a weekend, spending time around Cumberland Island, or simply looking for another outdoor activity between fishing and kayaking, there are several courses worth checking out.

Here are three golf options to put on your list.

1. Trident Lakes Golf Club

If you're looking for a public-friendly golf course near St. Marys, Trident Lakes Golf Club at Kings Bay is one to consider.

The 18-hole, par-72 course was designed by Arthur Hills and measures approximately 6,575 yards. The course features gently rolling fairways, wooded areas and a natural setting. Most importantly for visitors, the Camden County golf guide lists Trident Lakes as open to the public.

That makes Trident Lakes a particularly interesting option for golfers who don't belong to a private club but still want to play while visiting the area.

Location: Kings Bay
Holes: 18
Par: 72
Access: Public

2. The Club at Osprey Cove

For golfers looking for a more upscale coastal golf experience, Osprey Cove offers a beautiful setting in St. Marys.

The 18-hole course was designed by PGA Tour winner Mark McCumber and is surrounded by marshes, tidal inlets and nature conservation areas.

The course is part of a private club community, although Golf Digest currently identifies Osprey Cove as a public facility, so golfers should contact the club directly for current non-member playing availability.

The coastal setting is what really makes this course stand out. Instead of simply playing through houses and development, golfers get views of the marsh and natural landscape that define this part of Southeast Georgia.

Location: St. Marys
Holes: 18
Designer: Mark McCumber
Setting: Coastal marsh and tidal waterways

3. Laurel Island Links

Just a short drive from St. Marys in nearby Kingsland, Laurel Island Links is another excellent option for golfers exploring Camden County.

The course is an 18-hole, par-72 layout designed by Davis Love III. The course features marsh views and a links-style layout, and local tourism information describes it as open to the public.

For visitors staying in St. Marys, Laurel Island Links is close enough to make an easy golf outing without turning the day into a long road trip.

Location: Kingsland
Holes: 18
Par: 72
Designer: Davis Love III
Access: Public

Golf Fits Right Into the St. Marys Outdoor Lifestyle

One of the best things about visiting St. Marys and Camden County is that you don't have to choose just one outdoor activity.

You can fish the coastal waters in the morning, play a round of golf in the afternoon and finish the day along the St. Marys waterfront.

Or make golf part of a longer coastal getaway that includes:

• Fishing

• Kayaking

• Cumberland Island

• Crooked River State Park

• Hiking

• Biking

• Wildlife watching

• Golf

• Exploring the Georgia coast

That's what makes this area special.

It's not just a fishing destination. It's an outdoor destination.

Plan a Coastal Golf Getaway

If you're heading to St. Marys, Georgia, consider adding a round of golf to your itinerary.

Trident Lakes is worth checking out if you're looking for a public-friendly course. Osprey Cove offers a scenic St. Marys setting among marshes and tidal waterways. And Laurel Island Links provides another public option just up the road in Kingsland.

And when you're finished with the golf clubs, there's still plenty of Georgia coast left to explore.

Fish. Paddle. Play. Explore. Relax.

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