Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club
Plan your round at Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club
Regatta Bay Golf & Yacht Club is a par-72 course in Destin designed by Robert C. Walker, a former lead architect with Arnold Palmer's design company. It plays through a protected nature preserve near Choctawhatchee Bay and is Audubon International Certified. Water, wetlands and bunkers come into play on many holes, and the round finishes with a reachable par 5 over a lake. It is semi-private and open to the public.
- Semi-private
- 18 holes
- Par 72
- Designed by Robert C. Walker
Walk the course
Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club hole by hole
Hole 1
A dogleg left with no hidden hazards. It can be reached in two, so it is a good early birdie chance.
Hole 2
A demanding par 4 that often plays into the prevailing wind. Par is a good score.
Hole 3
Center or left pins give birdie chances. Avoid missing back right.
Hole 4
Find the fairway between the fairway bunkers. The green is shallow and wide, so club selection matters.
Hole 5
The longest par 5 and hard to reach in two. Laying up to about 100 yards works best, and the front bunker is in play.
Hole 6
A short par 4 with no water or bunkers. Stay out of the left rough, and note the green is elevated.
Hole 7
The drive must carry an uphill bunker. The approach is downhill to a well-guarded green, and wind affects club choice.
Hole 8
A par 3 with a carry over water and bunkers. Aim for the front right of the green whatever the pin position.
Hole 9
A short par 4. A wetland sits short of the green, leaving a mid to short iron.
Hole 10
Find the fairway short of the second hazard. Avoid the left pin positions.
Hole 11
Drive to the right-center of the fairway. The green has subtle breaks, usually toward the water.
Hole 12
Best played as a three-shot par 5. Going for it in two means flirting with water and sand.
Hole 13
Trust the yardage and don't overestimate the high-lipped front bunker.
Hole 14
The shortest par 4. The green is hard to hold, but a short approach gives birdie chances.
Hole 15
A heavily bunkered par 3 with swirling winds. Aim for the center, since a miss usually leaves a difficult bunker shot.
Hole 16
The toughest par 4, with water left, out of bounds right and marsh across the fairway. Only the left side is bunkered.
Hole 17
A short par 4 with bunkers left and right. Balls hit over the green leave difficult chips.
Hole 18
A par 5 closer that wraps around a lake. It is reachable with a big drive, and a layup should leave at least 100 yards.
Before you go
Everything to know on arrival
Know before you go
- Wear a collared shirt; denim is not allowed.
- Book through the tee times page or call the shop at 850-337-8080.
- Warm up on the driving range and putting green before your round.
- Expect water, wetlands and forced carries on many holes.
- Plan on a mid-round stop at the Regatta Bay Cafe on the course.
Dress code
Collared shirts are required and denim is not allowed.
Carts & walking
Golf carts are equipped with a GPS yardage system, and beverage carts circulate on the course.
Practice facilities
There is a driving range and putting green, plus a Golf Performance Center with a covered teaching area, greenside bunkers and TrackMan video analysis. A Track Simulator Studio is also available, and PGA Professionals give lessons.
Rentals & pro shop
Callaway rental clubs are available, and the clubhouse has a golf shop. The pro shop hours listed on the course page are 6:30am to 6pm.
Food & drink
The Grill serves breakfast and lunch at the clubhouse. The Regatta Bay Cafe on the course offers sandwiches, snacks and drinks.
Quick answers
Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club at a glance
Is Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club open to the public?
Yes. Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club is semi-private: it has members and also takes public tee times.
How many holes does Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club have, and what's the par?
Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club has 18 holes and plays to a par of 72.
Is there a hole-by-hole guide to Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club?
Yes. This guide covers Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club hole by hole, with the course's own notes on its holes.
Who designed Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club?
Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club was designed by Robert C. Walker.
What's the dress code at Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club?
Collared shirts are required and denim is not allowed.
What are the cart and walking rules at Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club?
Golf carts are equipped with a GPS yardage system, and beverage carts circulate on the course.
What practice facilities does Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club have?
There is a driving range and putting green, plus a Golf Performance Center with a covered teaching area, greenside bunkers and TrackMan video analysis. A Track Simulator Studio is also available, and PGA Professionals give lessons.
What food and drink does Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club have?
The Grill serves breakfast and lunch at the clubhouse. The Regatta Bay Cafe on the course offers sandwiches, snacks and drinks.
How do you book a tee time at Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club?
Book online through the course's tee-time page, or call 850-337-8080.
Where is Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club?
Regatta Bay Golf & Country Club is at 465 Regatta Bay Blvd, Destin, FL 32541.
Info last reviewed November 5, 2026. Policies change — confirm with the course before your round.
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