
Frederica Course
Frederica Golf Club



About this course
Frederica Golf Club occupies a distinctive setting on Saint Simons Island, one of Georgia's barrier islands along the Atlantic coast. Designed by Tom Fazio and opened in the late 1990s, the course takes its name from Fort Frederica, the colonial-era British settlement established nearby in the 1730s. The layout reflects Fazio's characteristic approach to working with natural terrain, incorporating the island's live oaks, salt marshes, and tidal waterways into the routing. The course sits within a private residential community and serves as the centerpiece of the development. The design navigates relatively flat coastal topography, with elevation changes created through strategic shaping and the integration of existing landscape features. Several holes play alongside or over marsh areas, introducing both visual drama and strategic considerations related to prevailing coastal winds. The live oak canopy provides definition and framing throughout the property, a signature element of Lowcountry golf architecture. Fazio's design emphasizes playability across different skill levels while maintaining challenge through green complexes and hazard placement rather than excessive length. Frederica operates as a private club serving its membership and the surrounding residential community. The course benefits from the temperate coastal climate that allows for year-round golf, though summer heat and humidity are typical of the region. The club represents one of several notable golf facilities on Saint Simons Island, contributing to the area's reputation as a golf destination within Georgia's Golden Isles.
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 GA
Quick facts
- Location
- Saint Simons Island, GA, USA
- Access
- Private
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Tom Fazio
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 7,217 yards
- Difficulty
- 74.5/131
- Course Vaults score
- 8.6
FAQ
Common questions about Frederica
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Frederica has a Course Vaults score of 8.6 out of 10 based on 57 logged golfers.
Frederica was designed by Tom Fazio.
Frederica is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Frederica is 72.
Frederica plays 7,217 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Frederica is 131.






