
Country Club Course
The Country Club of Louisiana


About this course
The Country Club of Louisiana opened in 1991 as a Jack Nicklaus design situated in the rolling terrain north of Baton Rouge. The course occupies a wooded property that features more elevation change than is typical for southern Louisiana, with fairways carved through stands of pine and hardwood. Nicklaus routed the layout to take advantage of the natural contours, creating a parkland character that distinguishes the course from the flatter terrain common to much of the region. The design incorporates Nicklaus's characteristic strategic bunkering and large, undulating greens that reward precise approach play. Water comes into play on several holes, though the primary challenge derives from the combination of elevation changes, tree-lined corridors, and green complexes that demand thoughtful club selection and course management. The routing moves through varied topography, with holes playing uphill, downhill, and across slopes that add dimension to shot-making. The club serves as a private facility for members in the Baton Rouge area and maintains a traditional country club atmosphere with full amenities including dining and social programs. The course has hosted regional amateur competitions and remains a fixture in Louisiana golf, representing one of the more prominent Nicklaus designs in the state. The layout continues to test accomplished players while offering multiple tee options that accommodate a range of skill levels.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Private column compares member-only and guest-restricted courses.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in LA
Quick facts
- Location
- Baton Rouge, LA, USA
- Access
- Private
- Year built
- 1986
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Jack Nicklaus
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 7,106 yards
- Difficulty
- 74.6/139
- Course Vaults score
- 8.2
Getting there
The journey to The Country Club of Louisiana begins at Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport, a compact regional hub just fifteen minutes from the club's gates, though many members arriving from distance touch down at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International before making the hour-long drive north along Interstate 10. The approach traces the eastern bank of the Mississippi through Louisiana's industrial corridor before peeling away into the quieter, oak-shaded suburbs of the state capital. As the highway gives way to tree-lined boulevards and the hum of commerce fades, the final turn delivers you to one of Baton Rouge's most discreet and storied enclaves - a sanctuary of Southern tradition tucked beneath ancient live oaks draped in Spanish moss.

FAQ
Common questions about Country Club
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Country Club has a Course Vaults score of 8.2 out of 10 based on 14 logged golfers.
Country Club was designed by Jack Nicklaus.
Country Club is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Country Club is 72.
Country Club plays 7,106 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Country Club is 139.



