Lakes at GlenLakes Golf Club

The Lakes course at GlenLakes Golf Club in Foley, Alabama, was designed by Bruce Devlin and Robert von Hagge, a partnership known for bold, strategic designs across the American South during the 1970s and 1980s. Devlin, a former touring professional from Australia, and von Hagge, a Texas-based architect, collaborated on numerous courses that emphasized strong visual definition, water hazards, and dramatic bunkering. Their work at GlenLakes reflects this design philosophy, with water features playing a significant role in the routing and strategic options presented to players.

The course occupies relatively flat terrain typical of Alabama's Gulf Coast region, where natural elevation changes are minimal. The design compensates through the use of lakes, canals, and wetland areas that define holes and create risk-reward scenarios. Mature tree lines frame many fairways, and the layout requires thoughtful club selection and course management rather than relying solely on length. The conditioning and playability reflect the region's warm, humid climate, with Bermuda grass surfaces common to courses in this latitude.

GlenLakes serves as a semi-private facility in a region with a growing golf market, situated between Mobile to the west and the resort communities along the Gulf Coast. The club provides a straightforward golf experience without extensive resort amenities, appealing to both members and visitors seeking accessible play in the Foley area. The Lakes course represents the Devlin-von Hagge style in a setting where water management and strategic positioning define the challenge.