Sanctuary Golf Course at Lakepoint State Park

Sanctuary Golf Course at Lakepoint State Park sits along the shores of Lake Eufaula in southeast Alabama, a large reservoir straddling the Alabama-Georgia border known locally as the "Bass Capital of the World." The course was designed by Thomas H. Nicol and serves as the centerpiece of a state park resort complex that includes lodging, marina facilities, and conference amenities. The layout takes advantage of the lakeside terrain, with several holes playing near or along the water's edge. The routing incorporates the natural topography of the area, with elevation changes and wooded corridors typical of Alabama's Coastal Plain region. Pine and hardwood forests frame many holes, while the proximity to Lake Eufaula introduces both scenic variety and strategic considerations on holes where water comes into play. The course functions as a public facility within the state park system, making it accessible to resort guests and daily-fee players alike. As a state park course, Sanctuary serves both destination golfers visiting the resort and regional players from the surrounding communities of southeast Alabama and west Georgia. The setting emphasizes the natural landscape of the lake region rather than extensive landscaping or housing development. The course operates year-round in Alabama's mild climate, with the lake and surrounding woodlands providing a relatively secluded feel despite the public nature of the facility.