Kelly Plantation Golf Club
Plan your round at Kelly Plantation Golf Club
Kelly Plantation Golf Club in Destin, Florida is a public 18-hole course designed by Fred Couples and Gene Bates, with bunkers and tees later renovated by Bill Bergin Golf Design. It sits on a former turpentine plantation with bayous and views of Choctawhatchee Bay. The par 72 layout measures 7,099 yards from the Couples tees (74.6 rating, 137 slope).
- Public
- 18 holes
- Par 72
- Designed by Fred Couples and Gene Bates
Course strategy
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Kelly Plantation Golf Club hole by hole
Hole 1
290
yds ·Sterling
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Hole 2
460
yds ·Sterling
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Hole 3
132
yds ·Sterling
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Hole 4
301
yds ·Sterling
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Hole 5
329
yds ·Sterling
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Hole 6
416
yds ·Sterling
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Hole 7
312
yds ·Sterling
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Hole 8
126
yds ·Sterling
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Hole 9
316
yds ·Sterling
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Hole 10
425
yds ·Sterling
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Hole 11
332
yds ·Sterling
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Hole 12
150
yds ·Sterling
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Hole 13
437
yds ·Sterling
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Hole 14
347
yds ·Sterling
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Hole 15
123
yds ·Sterling
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Hole 16
330
yds ·Sterling
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Hole 17
140
yds ·Sterling
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Hole 18
470
yds ·Sterling
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Distances in yards
| Hole | Par | Hcp | Couples | Plantation | Palmetto | Sterling | Magnolia | Anderson |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 15 | 373 | 353 | 321 | 290 | 254 | 201 |
| 2 | 5 | 1 | 560 | 530 | 492 | 460 | 428 | 368 |
| 3 | 3 | 17 | 165 | 157 | 140 | 132 | 104 | 104 |
| 4 | 4 | 9 | 401 | 371 | 319 | 301 | 280 | 237 |
| 5 | 4 | 3 | 443 | 413 | 361 | 329 | 322 | 221 |
| 6 | 5 | 11 | 548 | 497 | 469 | 416 | 372 | 348 |
| 7 | 4 | 5 | 410 | 376 | 340 | 312 | 291 | 228 |
| 8 | 3 | 13 | 194 | 165 | 155 | 126 | 120 | 120 |
| 9 | 4 | 7 | 439 | 375 | 347 | 316 | 298 | 250 |
| Out | 36 | 3,533 | 3,237 | 2,944 | 2,682 | 2,469 | 2,077 | |
| 10 | 5 | 2 | 550 | 520 | 455 | 425 | 392 | 343 |
| 11 | 4 | 10 | 411 | 387 | 356 | 332 | 311 | 230 |
| 12 | 3 | 14 | 240 | 181 | 155 | 150 | 117 | 117 |
| 13 | 5 | 12 | 525 | 479 | 445 | 437 | 404 | 307 |
| 14 | 4 | 6 | 446 | 421 | 386 | 347 | 328 | 218 |
| 15 | 3 | 18 | 150 | 138 | 132 | 123 | 97 | 97 |
| 16 | 4 | 4 | 447 | 423 | 382 | 330 | 306 | 244 |
| 17 | 3 | 16 | 207 | 183 | 173 | 140 | 128 | 128 |
| 18 | 5 | 8 | 590 | 535 | 476 | 470 | 437 | 335 |
| In | 36 | 3,566 | 3,267 | 2,960 | 2,754 | 2,520 | 2,019 | |
| Total | 72 | 7,099 | 6,504 | 5,904 | 5,436 | 4,989 | 4,096 | |
| Rating / Slope | 74.6 / 137 | — | 69.1 / 121 | 66.9 / 117 | 65.0 / 112 | 61.5 / 104 | ||
| Women's rating / slope | — | — | — | 71.8 / 127 | 69.3 / 119 | — | ||
Before you go
Everything to know on arrival
Know before you go
- Wear a collared shirt; no denim or gym attire.
- Bring soft spikes only; metal spikes are not allowed.
- Cancel at least 48 hours ahead.
- Range and practice areas are for guests with a tee time.
- Carts seat two and the driver needs a valid driver's license.
- Pick your tee from the six on the card, from Couples to Anderson.
Dress code
A collared shirt is required. Denim and gym attire are not permitted. Metal spikes are prohibited.
Carts & walking
Carts are GPS-equipped, with two people per cart. The driver must have a valid driver's license.
Practice facilities
There is a driving range, a chipping green with practice bunkers, and a large putting green. Range balls are provided. The practice facility is available only to guests with a tee time and to members. Golf instruction is offered.
Food & drink
The clubhouse restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, Thursday night dinners and Sunday brunch, with a full bar. Friday is Pub Night with happy hour specials. Chilled apples are served at the 10th tee.
Policies
Cancellations require 48 hours' notice. Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover are accepted.
Quick answers
Kelly Plantation Golf Club at a glance
Is Kelly Plantation Golf Club open to the public?
Yes. Kelly Plantation Golf Club is a public course.
How many holes does Kelly Plantation Golf Club have, and what's the par?
Kelly Plantation Golf Club has 18 holes and plays to a par of 72, from 4,096 to 7,099 yards depending on the tees.
Who designed Kelly Plantation Golf Club?
Kelly Plantation Golf Club was designed by Fred Couples and Gene Bates.
What's the dress code at Kelly Plantation Golf Club?
A collared shirt is required. Denim and gym attire are not permitted.
What are the cart and walking rules at Kelly Plantation Golf Club?
Carts are GPS-equipped, with two people per cart. The driver must have a valid driver's license.
What practice facilities does Kelly Plantation Golf Club have?
There is a driving range, a chipping green with practice bunkers, and a large putting green. Range balls are provided.
What food and drink does Kelly Plantation Golf Club have?
The clubhouse restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, Thursday night dinners and Sunday brunch, with a full bar. Friday is Pub Night with happy hour specials.
How do you book a tee time at Kelly Plantation Golf Club?
Book online through the course's tee-time page, or call (850) 650-7600.
Where is Kelly Plantation Golf Club?
Kelly Plantation Golf Club is at 307 Kelly Plantation Drive, Destin, FL 32541.
Info last reviewed November 5, 2026. Policies change — confirm with the course before your round.
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