Amelia island is home to some of the most scenic and exciting gold courses in the United States. Many courses around Amelia Island are perfect for all skill levels and for those who are looking to take on a challenge. When you stay in an Amelia Island vacation rental, you’re not far from many of these golf courses.
Many are a short drive away, letting you take a tee time whenever you would like. While many are open to the public, some will require a golf club membership.
Your stay on Amelia Island will be packed with many different Amelia Island activities. Here are the best golf courses in Fernandina Beach!
The History of Golf on Amelia Island
Golf has a rich and colorful history, with many claiming that golf got its start around 1261-1297. It was then documented in 1457 by the Scottish Parliament. On Amelia Island, however, many community leaders designated Northeast Florida as a hub for golf. The beautiful weather, scenic views, and cooler temperatures made Amelia Island the perfect place for golf to call home. Amelia Island has since developed a rich golf culture. While the organization is based in St. Augustine, Florida, Florida’s First Coast of Golf non-profit organization has helped create the golf identity in Amelia Island. They have created a community for everyone to be able to come down to Amelia Island and enjoy the sport of golf.
Amelia Island Golf Courses
Fernandina Beach Golf Club
Fernandina Beach Golf Club is within short driving distance of both Jacksonville and Georgia. The course has 27 holes, and with how close it is to the beach, it is also one of the country’s most popular municipal golf courses. Each course is over 3,000 yards long and features both championship tees and one-of-a-kind challenges. The new clubhouse has a golf pro shop as well as an excellent meeting spot for friends. They have dining facilities inside the clubhouse that make it perfect for a day out on the greens.
There is also a practice range that allows you to help improve your golf game. Fees vary depending on what you want to do. The 9 holes walking costs between $10 for juniors and $20 for non-residents. If you plan on doing 9-hole riding, it is $20 for juniors and $35 for non-residents. For the full 18 holes, it is $20 for juniors and $35 for non-residents. To do 18 holes it is $30 for juniors and $60 for non-residents.
Amelia River Golf Club
This course uses the terrain to its advantage, making it not only one of the most beautiful golf courses but one of the more challenging. This Tom Jackson-designed golf course is over 6,000 yards to the back trees with 18 holes to play on.
There is a full bar and grill on the premises so you and your friends can grab a bite to eat after your round of golf. The Performance Center provides golf club fittings, private lessons, and more to help you improve your game and to have clubs that will fit you properly. They also have Taylormade and Calloway golf clubs on rental at $45 for 9 holes and $65 for 18 holes. It costs $129 for non-residents to get a tee time here for 18 holes.
Omni Amelia Island Plantation
Omni Amelia Island Plantation is one of the biggest and best golf resorts in Florida. It is in the “Top 121 Best Golf Resorts in the World” by Conde Nast Traveler! Their Pete Dye-designed course called Oak Marsh is a championship course that has a par 72 and 6,500 yards of green with 14 holes. Their Beau Wellington-designed course is a short course called “Little Sandy,” which features 10 holes of golf ranging from 30 yards to 125 yards. It also has an 18-hole putting course as well.
Their Tom Fazio-designed course is an exclusive members-only Long Point golf course. The course offers lessons so that you can improve your golf game. This course is also close to your Amelia Island condo rentals, so you can book a tee time at your earliest convenience. The rates for their courses range from $128 in person to $152 online.
The Golf Club of Amelia Island
For those who want to become a member of a golf club, the Golf Club of Amelia Island is the perfect place. Many consider this course to be an elite golf course with many challenges for those who golf on it. It was designed by old PGA-Tour veterans and is 18 holes of picturesque and challenging conditions. It has been nominated for one of the best courses of the year!
To golf at this course, you need a membership. They have two kinds of memberships: the full golf membership and the social membership. The full membership gives you full access to their 18 holes and all the amenities on the course. The social membership is perfect for those who want access to their social events as well as their dining parties.
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Bonus Golf Course Near Amelia Island
Golf Club at North Hampton
A course designed by Arnold Palmer, this membership-only golf course offers some of the best risk-reward golfing on a traditional Scottish-style course. The course is over 7,100 yards from the back tees and has three additional tees to help guests get the maximum enjoyment out of the courses. They have a full restaurant that is perfect for dining out after a round of golf and is also great for special events. The club has private instructors to help you learn how to better your game as well as practice facilities to practice your swing and a golf shop filled with pro gear for you to pick up before you tee off. To book a tee time, you need to be a member either with or without a cart.
Where To Stay on Amelia Island
Playing at any of these courses and looking at having an extended stay at an Amelia Island rental? We have many resort rentals in our catalog to make your Amelia Island vacation the best that it can be!
No matter if you’re looking to tee off at one of the amazing Amelia Island golfing or hit the water with one of the amazing boat rentals, Amelia Island is full of fun for everyone.
Not only will you be able to kick back and relax on the beaches here, but you can also explore many landmarks like the famous Amelia Island Lighthouse. There are many shops where you can pick up gifts for the whole family all around Amelia Island, and don’t forget about the food! There are plenty of local restaurants for fresh seafood and savory steaks.
Our Amelia Island rentals are the perfect home away from home and close to all attractions and local cities. You can take a drive out to Jacksonville for live sports, fine dining, and even more attractions. You’ll never run out of fun Amelia Island activities!