Florida’s Scenic Highway 30A isn’t just about beaches and sunsets — it’s also home to some of the most beautiful and exclusive golf courses on the Emerald Coast. Whether you're a serious golfer or just looking to play a round with a view, these top-tier clubs deliver championship-caliber golf in truly stunning settings.
Here’s your ultimate guide to the best golf near 30A — from private fairways to approachable public greens, all within minutes of the coast.
⛳ 1. Watersound Camp Creek Golf Club
📍 Camp Creek, FL
🏌️ Private – Watersound Club Members & Guests Only
A crown jewel of 30A golf, Camp Creek is a Tom Fazio-designed masterpiece tucked between dunes, wetlands, and tall pines. It’s known for its challenging layout, pristine conditioning, and exclusive atmosphere.
Why It’s Special:
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Nearly 7,200 yards of championship golf
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Practice facility, short game area & TrackMan range
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Access through Watersound Club membership or Camp Creek Inn
💡 Insider Tip: Stay at Camp Creek Inn for exclusive playing privileges.
⛳ 2. Shark’s Tooth Golf Club
📍 Lake Powell, Panama City Beach, FL
🏌️ Private – Watersound Club
Located just north of 30A on Lake Powell, Shark’s Tooth offers a secluded and serene golf experience. This Greg Norman-designed course blends perfectly into the native landscape of pine forests and coastal lakes.
What You’ll Love:
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7,204-yard championship layout
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Lakeside holes & dramatic bunkering
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Part of the prestigious Watersound Club
🌲 Pro Vibe: It feels like golfing in a nature preserve — minus the crowds.
⛳ 3. Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club
📍 Santa Rosa Beach, FL
🏌️ Private
Recently renovated, this 18-hole course offers incredible elevation changes, mature trees, and rare Gulf views. It’s also the only course directly on 30A.
What Sets It Apart:
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Ocean breezes and scenic dunes
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Newly updated fairways and greens
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Incredible dining at Vue on 30A
🍽️ Don’t Miss: Sunset cocktails and Gulf views after your round.
⛳ 4. Origins Golf Club
📍 Watersound, FL
🏌️ Public – Open to All
Designed for accessibility, Origins is a fun and flexible course perfect for beginners, kids, or anyone looking for a quick round. It can be played as a 6-hole regulation course or a 10-hole par-3 course.
Best Features:
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Family-friendly vibe
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Affordable green fees
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Located near Alys Beach & Watersound
🎯 Fast Fact: It’s designed by Davis Love III — a PGA legend.
🌟 BONUS: Coming Soon — The Third Golf Course by Watersound Club
📍 Watersound Origins Community
🏌️ Private – Opening Date TBA
Watersound Club is expanding with a third premier course in the works. While details are still under wraps, it's expected to bring a brand-new dimension of championship golf to the 30A area — designed to rival even Camp Creek and Shark’s Tooth.
👀 What We Know:
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Groundbreaking course design
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Exclusive access for Watersound Club members
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Will further elevate 30A’s reputation as a luxury golf destination
⏳ Stay tuned — this one’s worth the wait.
🏖️ 30A Golf: Where Luxury Living Meets Championship Play
From challenging layouts to casual coastal rounds, these courses prove that 30A is more than a beach town — it’s a golf destination. Whether you’re eyeing a weekend getaway or considering a move to this stunning slice of Florida, golf is just another reason why 30A living is in a league of its own.
🏡 Want to Live Near the Fairway?
Our team at The Gardner Group specializes in luxury homes, golf course properties, and beachside retreats throughout 30A. Let us help you find a home that puts world-class golf — and the Gulf — in your backyard.
Sam Notte | The Gardner Group | 850-502-7891
