Chestatee Golf Course
Plan your round at Chestatee Golf Course
Chestatee Golf Club in Dawsonville, Georgia, is a public 18-hole, par 71 course designed by Denis Griffiths and routed through mountainous terrain north of Atlanta. It plays 6,877 yards from the Black tees, with five sets of tees. The 17th is the signature par 3, overlooking the spot where the Chestatee River meets Lake Lanier, and the club has a driving range, practice green and the Heron Grille.
- Public
- 18 holes
- Par 71
- Designed by Denis Griffiths
Course strategy
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Walk the course
Chestatee Golf Course hole by hole
Hole 1
520
yds ·White
A par 5 that plays from an elevated tee to a dogleg right.
Hole 2
292
yds ·White
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 3
118
yds ·White
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 4
393
yds ·White
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 5
337
yds ·White
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 6
298
yds ·White
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 7
150
yds ·White
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 8
417
yds ·White
A par 4 the club calls one of the most challenging in the state.
Hole 9
464
yds ·White
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 10
515
yds ·White
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 11
143
yds ·White
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 12
354
yds ·White
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 13
390
yds ·White
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 14
353
yds ·White
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 15
141
yds ·White
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 16
487
yds ·White
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 17
157
yds ·White
The signature par 3, overlooking the meeting of the Chestatee River and Lake Lanier.
Hole 18
364
yds ·White
No notes for this hole yet.
ScorecardView the full scorecard
Distances in yards
| Hole | Par | Hcp | Black | Blue | White | Gold | Red |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 | 5 | 580 | 545 | 520 | 487 | 428 |
| 2 | 4 | 9 | 333 | 314 | 292 | 269 | 225 |
| 3 | 3 | 17 | 152 | 136 | 118 | 101 | 88 |
| 4 | 4 | 1 | 442 | 418 | 393 | 360 | 313 |
| 5 | 4 | 7 | 387 | 362 | 337 | 289 | 252 |
| 6 | 4 | 15 | 336 | 317 | 298 | 278 | 261 |
| 7 | 3 | 13 | 192 | 168 | 150 | 127 | 105 |
| 8 | 4 | 3 | 448 | 439 | 417 | 401 | 334 |
| 9 | 5 | 11 | 515 | 490 | 464 | 437 | 418 |
| Out | 36 | 3,385 | 3,189 | 2,989 | 2,749 | 2,424 | |
| 10 | 5 | 12 | 566 | 546 | 515 | 476 | 442 |
| 11 | 3 | 16 | 177 | 163 | 143 | 127 | 114 |
| 12 | 4 | 6 | 397 | 371 | 354 | 348 | 318 |
| 13 | 4 | 2 | 434 | 412 | 390 | 367 | 314 |
| 14 | 4 | 8 | 396 | 379 | 353 | 328 | 290 |
| 15 | 3 | 18 | 160 | 147 | 141 | 126 | 101 |
| 16 | 5 | 10 | 543 | 516 | 487 | 416 | 375 |
| 17 | 3 | 14 | 185 | 164 | 157 | 133 | 113 |
| 18 | 4 | 4 | 420 | 390 | 364 | 354 | 294 |
| In | 35 | 3,278 | 3,088 | 2,904 | 2,675 | 2,361 | |
| Total | 71 | 6,663 | 6,277 | 5,893 | 5,424 | 4,785 | |
| Rating / Slope | 72.7 / 140 | 70.9 / 136 | 69.0 / 131 | 67.1 / 126 | — | ||
| Women's rating / slope | — | 77.0 / 147 | 74.9 / 142 | 72.4 / 135 | 68.8 / 124 | ||
Scorecard data: OpenGolfAPI, © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL)
Before you go
Everything to know on arrival
Know before you go
- Wear a collared shirt with sleeves (men) and no jeans or t-shirts
- Soft spikes only, on the course and the range
- Carts go two players per cart; single carts are not guaranteed
- Book online through the tee-time page
Dress code
Men wear mock turtlenecks or collared shirts with sleeves, with slacks or golf-length shorts. Women wear dresses, skirts, slacks, mid-length shorts or blouses. Jeans and t-shirts are not allowed, soft spikes are required on the course and practice facility, and footwear is required anywhere on club property. Golf-appropriate casual wear is fine in the clubhouse.
Carts & walking
One cart is allowed per two players, with a maximum of two carts per tee time. A single cart for one player is not guaranteed, single carts and guest riders are not allowed, and the golf shop makes the final decision on cart numbers for each group.
Practice facilities
There is a driving range, a practice green and a practice bunker. Golf instruction and club fitting are offered.
Food & drink
The Heron Grille serves food and has a full-service bar.
Quick answers
Chestatee Golf Course at a glance
Is Chestatee Golf Course open to the public?
Yes. Chestatee Golf Course is a public course.
How many holes does Chestatee Golf Course have, and what's the par?
Chestatee Golf Course has 18 holes and plays to a par of 71, from 4,785 to 6,663 yards depending on the tees.
Is there a hole-by-hole guide to Chestatee Golf Course?
Yes. This guide covers Chestatee Golf Course hole by hole, with the course's own notes on its holes.
Who designed Chestatee Golf Course?
Chestatee Golf Course was designed by Denis Griffiths.
What's the dress code at Chestatee Golf Course?
Men wear mock turtlenecks or collared shirts with sleeves, with slacks or golf-length shorts. Women wear dresses, skirts, slacks, mid-length shorts or blouses.
What are the cart and walking rules at Chestatee Golf Course?
One cart is allowed per two players, with a maximum of two carts per tee time. A single cart for one player is not guaranteed, single carts and guest riders are not allowed, and the golf shop makes the final decision on cart numbers for each group.
What practice facilities does Chestatee Golf Course have?
There is a driving range, a practice green and a practice bunker. Golf instruction and club fitting are offered.
What food and drink does Chestatee Golf Course have?
The Heron Grille serves food and has a full-service bar.
How do you book a tee time at Chestatee Golf Course?
Book online through the course's tee-time page, or call (706) 216-7336.
Where is Chestatee Golf Course?
Chestatee Golf Course is at 777 Dogwood Way, Dawsonville, GA 30534.
Info last reviewed November 5, 2026. Policies change — confirm with the course before your round.
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