Atlantis Golf Course

Atlantis Golf Course sits in Little Egg Harbor Township along New Jersey's coastal plain, roughly midway between Atlantic City and Long Beach Island. Designed by George Fazio and opened in the 1960s, the course represents the work of a designer known for strategic, playable layouts that emphasize shot values over excessive length. Fazio, who competed on the PGA Tour before turning to architecture, built a reputation for courses that reward thoughtful play and accommodate a range of skill levels. The routing takes advantage of the flat to gently rolling terrain characteristic of southern New Jersey's Pinelands region. The landscape features sandy soils, scattered pines, and native vegetation typical of the coastal lowlands. Water comes into play on several holes, reflecting the area's proximity to tidal waterways and the challenges of drainage in low-lying coastal settings. The design incorporates traditional parkland elements with strategic bunkering and green complexes that require accurate approach play. Atlantis serves as a public facility, providing accessible golf in a region dominated by private clubs and resort courses. The course caters to local golfers and visitors exploring the Jersey Shore's golf offerings. While it does not host professional tournaments or appear on national rankings, it functions as a straightforward test of golf shaped by Fazio's mid-century design principles and the natural constraints of its coastal New Jersey environment.