Championship Play at St. James Bay
Experience one of Florida's most unique golf destinations — our championship course is one of the only Audubon Signature Sanctuary Courses on the Florida Panhandle, blending challenging play, natural beauty, and abundant wildlife along the scenic Forgotten Coast.
A Championship Course in a Sanctuary
Designed by Robert Walker to complement the surrounding landscape, the Carrabelle, FL golf course at St. James Bay features rolling fairways, strategically placed bunkers, and picturesque water features set across 90 acres of wetlands and pine. Practice on the driving range, sharpen your short game, then spend multiple days exploring one of North Florida's most distinctive golf experiences — all while spotting a gopher tortoise or white-tailed deer between holes.
Course Amenities
- Driving range
- Putting green
- Chipping area
- Pro Shop
- Clubhouse
- Golf carts with GPS, phone chargers, and Bluetooth
- On-site dining at the Crooked River Grill
Know the Course Before You Play
Walk all 18 holes with our interactive flyover tour — aerial maps, yardages from every tee, and caddie strategy for each hole — or download the printed course guide and scorecard to take with you.
Become a Member
Charter Club membership unlocks unlimited golf, priority dining, and reciprocal privileges at partner clubs.
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Stay & Play Packages
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Carrabelle golf course at St. James Bay?+
151 Laughing Gull Ln, Carrabelle, FL 32322 — about an hour south of Tallahassee and 30 minutes from St. George Island.
What makes the Carrabelle FL golf course special?+
It's a Robert Walker–designed par-72 set inside a designated Audubon Signature Sanctuary — 90 acres of wetlands, marshes, and pine forest. One of the few golf resorts on the Florida Panhandle with this level of environmental certification.
Is the course open to the public, or members only?+
Open to the public. Tee times can be booked online or by calling the Pro Shop at (850) 697-9606.
How is St. James Bay compared to other golf courses near St. George Island?+
St. James Bay is the closest Audubon Signature Sanctuary course to St. George Island, with full resort lodging on-site. Other Panhandle courses are great but typically lack the integrated stay-and-play and Audubon certification.
What are the green fees and tee time hours?+
Hours are Sun–Mon 7 am–6 pm, Tue–Thu 7 am–8 pm, Fri–Sat 7 am–9 pm. Green fees vary by season and tee time — check current rates at the booking link or call the Pro Shop.