THE AMELIA ISLAND CLUB

The oceanside routing here delivers legitimate seaside golf without the tourist trap feel, with salt marsh carries and coastal winds that demand thoughtful club selection on nearly every approach. Pete Dye's design philosophy shines through the strategic bunkering and elevated greens that punish wayward shots while rewarding precise iron play. What separates this Northeast Florida gem from the pack is how the back nine hugs Amelia River, creating genuine risk-reward moments where aggressive lines can shave strokes or add them quickly.