# Top Florida Golf Courses on the Panhandle Play in Our Sanctuary ## One of the Top Florida Golf Courses on the Panhandle ## Par-72, 18-hole championship designed by Robert Walker to blend seamlessly with the natural environment. 72 Par 7,002 Yards (Black) 75.1 / 145 Rating / Slope 5 Sets of Tees 90 Acres of Wetland The Course ## Florida's Only Audubon Signature Sanctuary Course Designed to complement the surrounding landscape, St. James Bay features rolling fairways, strategically placed bunkers, and picturesque water features that reward thoughtful play at every skill level. Whether you're here for a weekend golf getaway, a stay-and-play vacation, or a group outing, you'll find a course as rewarding as it is memorable. Hole by Hole ## Take the Interactive Course Tour Step through all 18 holes with aerial flyover maps, full yardages from every tee, and caddie strategy straight from our course guide. Use the arrows, tap a hole, or use your keyboard. Front 9 Back 9 ![Aerial course map of hole 1 at St. James Bay](/images/golf/course-tour/hole-1-course-map.jpg) Flyover · Hole 1 01 Hole One Settle In Par 4 Handicap 5 439 yds Favor the center-left off the tee to avoid early trouble and give yourself a clean angle in. This is a “settle in” hole — don't chase birdie, just find the fairway and take your par. It plays a long carry over the wetlands off the tee. Yardage by Tee Black 439 Blue 397 White 356 Green 336 Red 200 Hole 1 / 18 [Download Full Course Guide](/downloads/st-james-bay-course-guide.pdf) Scorecard ## The Full Scorecard Five sets of tees from 4,188 to 7,002 yards. Scroll to see all 18 holes. | Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Black75.1/145 | 439 | 171 | 336 | 467 | 433 | 217 | 517 | 501 | 422 | 3503 | 364 | 210 | 388 | 439 | 384 | 542 | 396 | 204 | 572 | 3499 | 7002 | | Blue72.0/139 · 79.0/149 | 397 | 139 | 290 | 423 | 404 | 194 | 453 | 462 | 381 | 3143 | 350 | 169 | 339 | 418 | 346 | 522 | 344 | 168 | 542 | 3198 | 6341 | | White69.8/132 · 75.9/143 | 356 | 122 | 268 | 361 | 347 | 162 | 412 | 423 | 380 | 2831 | 325 | 160 | 313 | 394 | 320 | 473 | 306 | 146 | 518 | 2955 | 5786 | | Green67.5/122 · 72.9/135 | 336 | 100 | 213 | 363 | 310 | 145 | 368 | 380 | 342 | 2557 | 300 | 165 | 292 | 323 | 271 | 439 | 285 | 104 | 489 | 2668 | 5225 | | Red63.2/114 · 67.0/121 | 200 | 90 | 150 | 290 | 245 | 140 | 345 | 299 | 283 | 2042 | 230 | 132 | 213 | 291 | 259 | 332 | 210 | 99 | 380 | 2146 | 4188 | | Handicap | 5 | 11 | 13 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 17 | 15 | 3 | | 6 | 14 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 10 | 8 | 16 | 4 | | | | Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 | Course & slope ratings shown as men's · ladies' where both are rated. Par 72 · 7,002 yards from the Black tees. The Layout ## Course Map ![Full course map of St. James Bay showing all 18 holes, the clubhouse, and driving range](/images/golf/course-tour/course-map-overview.jpg) ## On the Course A par-72 championship layout that rewards strategy over power. Generous, forgiving fairways give way to firm, true greens — five tee sets mean every golfer finds the right challenge. | Tee | Yardage | Rating / Slope | | --- | --- | --- | | Black | 7,002 | 75.1 / 145 | | Blue | 6,341 | 72.0 / 139 | | White | 5,786 | 69.8 / 132 | [Book a tee time](https://stjamesbay.cps.golf/) [See the scorecard](/golf/the-course) ![St. James Bay printed course guide cover](/images/golf/course-guide-cover.jpg) Take It With You ### The St. James Bay Course Guide A hole-by-hole flyover with caddie strategy, full yardages from all five tees, the scorecard, and the course map — the same printed guide we hand out in the Pro Shop. Save it to your phone before your round. [Course Guide (PDF)](/downloads/st-james-bay-course-guide.pdf) [Scorecard (PDF)](/downloads/st-james-bay-scorecard.pdf) Hours of Operation ## When We're Open | Sunday & Monday | 7 am – 6 pm | | --- | --- | | Tuesday – Thursday | 7 am – 8 pm | | Friday & Saturday | 7 am – 9 pm | Facilities ## Practice & Comfort Warm up on the driving range, putting green, and chipping area before your round. Our new fleet of golf carts comes equipped with GPS, phone chargers, and Bluetooth, so you can glide through pine forest and across the marsh bridges in comfort. The Pro Shop carries Bridgestone, Callaway, Titleist, and Swannies, with a knowledgeable staff on hand to dial in your gear. ## Ready to Play the Sanctuary? [Book a Tee Time](https://stjamesbay.cps.golf/) Photo Gallery ## Course Gallery [View full gallery →](/gallery#golf) ## Frequently Asked Questions What are the par and yardage of the St. James Bay course? + Par 72, 18 holes. From the Black tees the course plays 7,002 yards (course rating 75.1 / slope 145). The other tees measure Blue 6,341, White 5,786, Green 5,225, and Red 4,188 yards — so there's a comfortable set for every game. Which is the signature hole? + Hole 17 — a picturesque par 3 framed by water. Pick your number, trust your club, and commit; anything tentative tends to end up wet. It's where many rounds swing, and easily the most photographed hole on the course. Are there other Florida golf courses near St. George Island? + Yes — including the Port St. Joe area courses. St. James Bay is the closest Audubon Signature Sanctuary course to St. George Island and the only one with on-site resort lodging. Who designed the course? + Robert Walker designed the par-72 layout in close collaboration with the Audubon Society's Signature Sanctuary program — that's why every hole is positioned to preserve the wetlands rather than dominate them. What's the dress code? + Standard country club casual — collared shirts and soft spikes. Call the Pro Shop at (850) 697-9606 with specific questions. Are walking and twilight rates available? + Yes. Twilight and replay rates vary seasonally; check the booking system or call the Pro Shop for current pricing.