Golf on Amelia Island
Amelia Island is a premier Southeast golf destination with six courses ranging from challenging Pete Dye designs to affordable municipal options. Year-round mild weather means you can play any season, though spring offers ideal conditions.
Course Quick Picks
Golf Courses
From resort championship courses to public links, Amelia Island has options for every golfer.
⭐ Top Rated
The Amelia River Club
Tom Fazio DesignConsistently rated the top course on Amelia Island. This Tom Fazio gem winds through maritime forest and marsh, offering stunning views and a true championship test.
- ✓ Tom Fazio design
- ✓ Top rated on island
- ✓ Marsh & forest views
- ✓ Great conditions
Semi-Private
Golf Club of Amelia Island
Gene Littler DesignA well-maintained semi-private course offering excellent value. Routing through marsh and oak hammocks provides memorable holes and wildlife sightings.
- ✓ Great value
- ✓ Available tee times
- ✓ Nice clubhouse
- ✓ Group friendly
Resort
Oak Marsh at Omni
Pete Dye DesignA classic Pete Dye challenge featuring trademark railroad ties, undulating greens, and strategic bunkering through beautiful marsh landscapes.
- ✓ Pete Dye design
- ✓ Resort amenities
- ✓ GPS carts
- ✓ Practice facility
Ocean Views
Ocean Links at Omni
Mark McCumber & Gene LittlerA links-style course with ocean breezes, wide fairways, and strategic bunkers. More forgiving than Oak Marsh but equally scenic, with several holes offering Atlantic views.
- ✓ Links style
- ✓ Ocean views
- ✓ More forgiving
- ✓ Resort amenities
Best Value
Amelia National
Tom Fazio DesignA Tom Fazio design at public course prices. Located just off-island in Fernandina, this challenging layout offers championship conditions without resort pricing.
- ✓ Tom Fazio design
- ✓ Public prices
- ✓ Great conditions
- ✓ Just off-island
Budget Friendly
Fernandina Beach Municipal
City of Fernandina BeachThe island's most affordable option. A walkable 27-hole facility with classic Florida layout. Perfect for beginners, casual rounds, or budget-conscious golfers.
- ✓ Most affordable
- ✓ Walkable
- ✓ 27 holes
- ✓ Beginner friendly
Private
Long Point at Amelia Island Club
Tom Fazio DesignPrivate Tom Fazio course at The Ritz-Carlton. Access available for resort guests with advance booking. Pristine conditions and challenging layout.
- ✓ Tom Fazio design
- ✓ Pristine conditions
- ✓ Ritz-Carlton
- ✓ Private feel
Best Time to Golf
Amelia Island's golf season is year-round, but conditions and pricing vary by season.
🏆 Best Overall: March-May
- Perfect weather: 70-82°F
- Low humidity
- Courses in peak condition
- Highest rates ($150-250)
- Book 2-3 weeks ahead
💰 Best Value: Sept-Nov
- Still warm: 70-85°F
- Rates drop 30-40%
- Less crowded tee times
- Occasional rain risk
- $90-160 green fees
☀️ Summer: June-August
- Hot: 85-92°F
- Morning rounds essential
- Afternoon thunderstorms
- Moderate rates: $100-180
- Easy availability
❄️ Winter: Dec-February
- Mild: 55-70°F
- Lowest rates: $75-140
- Morning frost possible
- Bring layers
- Snowbird traffic increases
Golf Packages & Stay-and-Play
The best value for golf trips is often a stay-and-play package that bundles accommodations with rounds.
Omni Golf Package
The most popular golf package on the island. Includes luxury resort accommodations plus daily rounds at Oak Marsh or Ocean Links.
- ✓ Oceanfront or plantation-view room
- ✓ Daily round with cart
- ✓ Practice facility access
- ✓ Replay rates available
Golf Club of Amelia Package
Partner with vacation rentals in Amelia Island Plantation for affordable stay-and-play options.
- ✓ Condo or villa accommodation
- ✓ Daily round with cart
- ✓ Kitchen for savings on meals
- ✓ Discounted replay rates
Amelia Island Golf Tips
🎯 Course Selection
- Low handicapper: Oak Marsh - Pete Dye will test every shot
- Mid handicapper: Golf Club of Amelia or Ocean Links
- High handicapper: Fernandina Beach Muni - forgiving
- Best value: Amelia National - Fazio at public prices
⛳ Practical Tips
- Bug spray: Marsh courses mean mosquitoes
- Wind: Afternoon sea breezes - bring a layer
- Hydrate: Florida sun is stronger than it feels
- Dress code: Collared shirts required at resorts
⏰ Tee Time Strategy
- Summer: Book 7:00-7:30am to beat heat
- Winter: Book 9:30-10:00am after frost
- Spring: Any time - book 1-2 weeks ahead
- Twilight: Best deals 2-4pm
💼 Travel Tips
- Club rentals: All courses offer quality rentals ($50-75)
- GPS carts: Most courses include them - use them!
- Groups: Golf Club of Amelia is most accommodating
- Non-golfers: Island offers beaches, dining, spas
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