
Sugar Creek Course
Sugar Creek Golf & Tennis Club





About this course
Sugar Creek Golf & Tennis Club, nestled in the Bouldercrest area of Atlanta, began as a humble nine-hole layout, gradually expanding into the 18-hole course it is today. The original design, characteristic of mid-20th century parkland courses, unfolds across gently rolling terrain, punctuated by the meandering Sugar Creek itself. While not widely celebrated on a national stage, its routing provides a pleasant, accessible golfing experience for locals. The course presents a mix of straightforward holes and subtly challenging doglegs, rewarding strategic play rather than sheer power. Mature trees line many fairways, placing a premium on accuracy off the tee. The creek comes into play on several holes, demanding thoughtful club selection and course management. Beyond the golf, Sugar Creek fosters a strong sense of community among its members. Local lore suggests the club has been a hub for friendly, informal competitions and social gatherings for decades. A notable highlight of the Sugar Creek experience is its no-frills, yet beloved, clubhouse grill, known among regulars for its classic Southern fare and convivial atmosphere, a perfect end to a relaxed round.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in GA
Quick facts
- Location
- Atlanta, GA, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1976
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Evan Marbut
- Par
- 71
- Length
- 6,318 yards
- Difficulty
- 71.3/124
- Course Vaults score
- 6.5
Getting there
Sugar Creek Golf & Tennis Club sits in the leafy northern suburbs of Atlanta, accessible within thirty to forty minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), one of the world's busiest hubs and a natural gateway for domestic and international travelers alike. The drive north from the airport traces the gentle rise out of Atlanta's urban core, transitioning from interstate efficiency to tree-lined residential avenues that signal arrival in the established neighborhoods of North Atlanta. For those with access to private aviation, Peachtree DeKalb Airport (PDK) lies considerably closer, offering a discrete alternative that bypasses the main terminal experience entirely. The final miles unfold through the serene, manicured landscape of the club's immediate surroundings - a quiet testament to the understated elegance that defines this cornerstone of Atlanta's country club tradition.

FAQ
Common questions about Sugar Creek
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Sugar Creek has a Course Vaults score of 6.5 out of 10 based on 17 logged golfers.
Sugar Creek was designed by Evan Marbut.
Yes. Sugar Creek is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Sugar Creek is 71.
Sugar Creek plays 6,318 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Sugar Creek is 124.



