Course Details
- Architect: Robert Trent Jones, Sr. (2005)
- Course Type: Resort, Public
- Par: 72
- Rating: 78.1
- Slope: 147
Course Accolades
- Golf Magazine: #7 in Alabama
- Golf Week:#5 in Alabama
- Golf World: #28 Best Resort Course & Alabama Course of Recognition
- Zagat: America’s Top Golf Courses (2012)
Course Score
- Course Conditions: 9
- Green Complexes: 8
- Amenities: 10
- Practice Facilities: 8
- Service: 9
- Course Design: 9
- Value: 7
Overall Score: 8.42
The Good: Ross Bridge is the flagship golf course of the 11-site Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail in Alabama and for good reason. It is as impressive in scale of an inland public course as I’ve played. Fantastic, well-conditioned design has a “poorer” man’s Augusta feel with ample, huge fairways and super white sand traps. From the first hole you know you’re in for a treat and the design consists of one of the best quartet’s of Par 5’s I’ve come across. Great variety in Par 4’s and a couple strong Par 3’s. Awesome clubhouse includes beautiful dining area, well-stocked pro shop, and expansive banquet and hotel accommodations. Top-notch practice facility and great service/amenities from check-in to the 19th hole. GPS on the carts is a nice bonus. Good value considering the $150 price tag and off-season and twilight rates are great.
The Bad: The green complex conditions were a little disappointing considering the quality of course. The Par 3’s are really good but not as memorable as the other holes. Pace of play can be a little bit of an issue.
The Verdict: Ross Bridge is as visually spectacular a course I’ve played and ranks in my Top 3 public golf experiences in my life. A top tier facility in every way. It’s a travesty that its not ranked higher by major golf publications.
The Best Hole: The Par 5 1st is one of the best opening holes I’ve ever played and sets the tone for an unforgettable round.
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