The University of Georgia Golf Course
Plan your round at The University of Georgia Golf Course
The University of Georgia Golf Course is an 18-hole, par-71 layout on the east side of the Athens campus, designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. and opened in 1968. Love Golf Design renovated the greens and added new tees in 2006, stretching the back tees to about 7,258 yards (75.1 rating, 139 slope). It hosts collegiate events and is open to the public by tee time.
- Public
- 18 holes
- Par 71
- Designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr.
- Opened 1968
Course strategy
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Walk the course
The University of Georgia Golf Course hole by hole
Hole 1
436
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 2
395
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 3
194
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 4
440
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 5
409
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 6
345
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 7
518
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 8
182
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 9
415
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 10
440
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 11
341
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 12
533
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 13
183
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 14
396
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 15
415
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 16
172
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 17
540
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 18
471
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
ScorecardView the full scorecard
Distances in yards
| Hole | Par | Hcp | Bulldog | Red | Silver |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | — | 466 | 436 | 421 |
| 2 | 4 | — | 440 | 395 | 376 |
| 3 | 3 | — | 210 | 194 | 194 |
| 4 | 4 | — | 473 | 440 | 410 |
| 5 | 4 | — | 455 | 409 | 399 |
| 6 | 4 | — | 356 | 345 | 334 |
| 7 | 5 | — | 556 | 518 | 473 |
| 8 | 3 | — | 190 | 182 | 174 |
| 9 | 4 | — | 443 | 415 | 386 |
| Out | 35 | 3,589 | 3,334 | 3,167 | |
| 10 | 4 | — | 469 | 440 | 412 |
| 11 | 4 | — | 356 | 341 | 341 |
| 12 | 5 | — | 561 | 533 | 511 |
| 13 | 3 | — | 209 | 183 | 159 |
| 14 | 4 | — | 418 | 396 | 384 |
| 15 | 4 | — | 422 | 415 | 395 |
| 16 | 3 | — | 179 | 172 | 150 |
| 17 | 5 | — | 567 | 540 | 470 |
| 18 | 4 | — | 488 | 471 | 455 |
| In | 36 | 3,669 | 3,491 | 3,277 | |
| Total | 71 | 7,258 | 6,825 | 6,444 | |
| Rating / Slope | 75.1 / 139 | 73.3 / 131 | 71.4 / 125 | ||
Before you go
Everything to know on arrival
Know before you go
- Book your tee time online up to two months ahead
- Wear a collared shirt; no denim, sweatpants, gym shorts or cutoffs
- Tee times start at 8:00 a.m. and end 2 hours 15 minutes before sunset
- The driving range opens at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesdays
Dress code
Collared shirts are required for men; women wear collared shirts or blouses. Denim, sweatpants, gym shorts and cutoffs are not allowed, and appropriate winter golf attire is accepted. The driving range has a looser code.
Practice facilities
A driving range, a short game area with a putting green and a pitching/bunker green, and a separate putting green near the clubhouse on the way to the 1st and 10th tees. The short game area is free if you bring your own balls. Range hours change with daylight.
Rentals & pro shop
The Golf Shop in the E.B. Smith Clubhouse opens 30 minutes before the first tee time and offers club fitting.
Food & drink
Champions Cafe in the clubhouse is a self-serve micro-market with drinks, snacks, pastries and coffee. It is cashless and open whenever the course is operating.
Policies
Tee times can be booked up to two months ahead. An 18-hole rain check is issued if you have not started by your 5th hole, and a 9-hole rain check if you have not started by the 13th hole of an 18-hole round or the 5th of a 9-hole round. Twilight rates are offered.
Quick answers
The University of Georgia Golf Course at a glance
Is The University of Georgia Golf Course open to the public?
Yes. The University of Georgia Golf Course is a public course.
How many holes does The University of Georgia Golf Course have, and what's the par?
The University of Georgia Golf Course has 18 holes and plays to a par of 71, from 6,444 to 7,258 yards depending on the tees.
Who designed The University of Georgia Golf Course?
The University of Georgia Golf Course was designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. and opened in 1968.
What's the dress code at The University of Georgia Golf Course?
Collared shirts are required for men; women wear collared shirts or blouses. Denim, sweatpants, gym shorts and cutoffs are not allowed, and appropriate winter golf attire is accepted.
What practice facilities does The University of Georgia Golf Course have?
A driving range, a short game area with a putting green and a pitching/bunker green, and a separate putting green near the clubhouse on the way to the 1st and 10th tees. The short game area is free if you bring your own balls.
What food and drink does The University of Georgia Golf Course have?
Champions Cafe in the clubhouse is a self-serve micro-market with drinks, snacks, pastries and coffee. It is cashless and open whenever the course is operating.
How do you book a tee time at The University of Georgia Golf Course?
Call the course at 706-369-5739.
Where is The University of Georgia Golf Course?
The University of Georgia Golf Course is at 2600 Riverbend Rd, Athens, GA 30605.
Info last reviewed November 5, 2026. Policies change — confirm with the course before your round.
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