Part of the Golf Emerald Coast Series
Welcome Y’all to Walton County, where world-class golf meets breathtaking coastal beauty. Born along Scenic Highway 30A and the pristine shores of Santa Rosa Beach, this stretch of Florida’s Emerald Coast is home to some of the finest golf courses in the South—each offering championship layouts, immaculate conditions, hospitality, and luxurious stay-and-play packages.
You’ll be teeing off at Tom Fazio, Rees Jones, Tom Jackson, and Trent Jones-crafted courses, just among a few, or enjoying a laid-back round near the beach. Walton County delivers unforgettable golf experiences. Here’s a luxury stay and play below and our guide to the best courses in the area. When in SoWal.
🏌️♂️ Premier Golf Courses in Walton County and Golf Resorts
1. Burnt Pine Golf Club (Sandestin) – Exclusive Luxury
📍 Miramar Beach, FL | Par 72 | 6,820 Yards
Named the “Crown Jewel of Florida Golf,” Burnt Pine at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort is a private club known for its pristine greens, rolling fairways, and stunning water features. Designed by Rees Jones, this course offers a premium golf experience—accessible only through Stay & Play packages at Sandestin.
Why Stay and Play Here?
✔️ Top-rated by GolfWeek & Golf Advisor
✔️ Luxury amenities (clubhouse, fine dining, pro shop, Baytowne Village & Marina)
✔️ Exclusive access with Premium Resort Packages (Play all four courses and 73 holes!)
2. Raven Golf Club (Sandestin) – Modern Traditional
📍 Miramar Beach, FL | Par 71 | 6,900 Yards
Crafted by Robert Trent Jones Jr., Raven is a Golfweek “Best Courses You Can Play” selection. Its elevated greens, dramatic bunkering, and natural wetlands create a visually stunning yet challenging round—Raven Golf Club at Sandestin.
Why Play Here?
✔️ Award-winning design
✔️ Stay & Play packages are available. Traditional Resort Package with the Premium Package plays all Four Courses.
✔️ Premium conditions year-round
3. Camp Creek Golf Course (WaterSound Club) – Tom Fazio Masterpiece
📍 Inlet Beach, FL | Par 72 | 7,159 Yards
A Tom Fazio masterpiece, Camp Creek Golf Course is an award-winning WaterSound Club gem that blends natural dunes, native wetland grasses, and strategic bunkering into a breathtaking coastal golf experience. Right on Scenic 30A, this course is a must-play for serious golfers. I love hole No. 3. It demands precision on this Par 5, 537-yard, beautifully manicured hole, flanked nearly the entire way by a lake on the left, with tall pines and strategic bunkers.
Why Play and How to Play at WaterSound Club?
✔️ Luxury private club (public play with Members for a stay and play packages)
✔️ Stunning natural beauty: Some of the most beautiful beaches in the world!
✔️ Challenging yet fair layout
4. The Links at Sandestin – Risk-Reward Excitement
📍 Miramar Beach, FL | Par 72 | 6,710 Yards
Designed by Tom Jackson, this course is all about strategic shot-making. With water hazards on 14 holes, it’s a fun yet demanding round—perfect for golfers who love a challenge. GolfWeek rates The Links as a Top-5 course on the Emerald Coast of Florida, and The Links is Golf Magazine’s “Best Course You Can Play in Florida” winner at The Links at Sandestin.
Why Stay and Play Here?
✔️ Great for all skill levels
✔️ Resort-style atmosphere with inviting a Traditonal Stay and Play Golf Package.
✔️ Close to Sandestin’s dining & nightlife and neighboring Destin Florida.
5. Windswept Dunes – Hidden Gem
📍 Freeport, FL | Par 72 | 7,752 Yards (Back Tees!)
Windswept Dunes is a hidden gem with one of the longest courses in Florida. It winds through rolling dunes and pine forests. Its wide fairways make it forgiving, but the length and elevation changes keep it interesting. This is a must-play golf course and a hidden gem on the Emerald Coast Golf Trail.
Why Stay and Play Here?
✔️ Uncrowded & peaceful Hidden Gem on the Emerald Coast.
✔️ Dramatic landscape and a long hitter’s dream
✔️ Stay and Play Package for Windswept Dunes (Coming Soon)
🏨 Stay & Play Golf Packages
Many of these courses are part of luxury resorts, offering Stay & Play Packages that include:
✅ Lodging at top resorts (Sandestin, Camp Creek Inn, WaterSound Inn)
✅ Tee times at multiple courses
✅ Spa, dining, and beach access at the golf resorts
Top Resorts for Golfers for Walton County for Stay and Play Golf Packages
- Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort (Burnt Pine, Raven, Baytowne, Links) – Miramar Beach
- Camp Creek Inn (Camp Creek, Origins, Shark’s Tooth, The Third) Scenic 30A
- WaterSound Inn (near Sandestin, Miramar Beach, Panama City Beach, and Destin)
- Beachfront Rentals & Beach Community Home Rentals.
⛳️ More Great Courses in Walton County –
- Blackstone Golf Course – Newly renovated, peaceful setting with Top Tracer bays
- Eagle Springs Golf Course – Renovated, great for all skill levels
- Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club – Private but worth noting for memberships seekers
- Origins Golf Club (WaterSound Inn) – Fun 10-hole par-3 course with WaterSound Club’s 54 holes of majestic golf.
🌴 Why Golf in Walton County?
- World-class championship golf course conditions
- Luxury stay-and-play options with beach access
- Stunning coastal & natural scenery
- There is a variety of golf courses by the best architects, with 73 holes at Sandestin and 54 holes at WaterSound alone.
Whether you’re planning a golf getaway or want to play a round near 30A’s white-sand beaches, Walton County has something for every golfer.
📅 Plan Your Trip Today!
📍 Explore more at *Discover Walton County for more on our golf courses, beaches and great restaurants.
Tee off in paradise—where luxury meets the links and the waves! ⛳️🌊 —
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