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Sugar Creek Course

Sugar Creek Golf & Tennis Club

Atlanta, GA, USA
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18 holesPar 716,318 yds71.3/124

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.

3423

Best in World

3183

Best in USA

153

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.

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