Jerry Pate

Dancing Rabbit Golf Club: Azaleas Course

Philadelphia, MS

Fazio's Mississippi masterpiece

Ol' Colony Golf Course

Tuscaloosa, AL

Ol’ Colony is home to the University of Alabama men’s and women’s golf teams and was designed by former Crimson Tide standout and 1976 U.S. Open champion Jerry Pate.

Kiva Dunes Golf Club

Gulf Shores, AL

Kiva Dunes Golf Club stands as a premier golf destination on the Alabama Gulf Coast, a testament to the masterful design of 1976 U.S. Open winner Jerry Pate. Opened in 1995, this course immediately garnered national recognition, including being voted the #2 Best Resort Course by Golf Digest and consistently ranked as the #1 Public Golf Course in Alabama by Golf Advisor. Pate’s design philosophy artfully blends the natural coastal landscape with challenging golf, featuring generous teeing areas, wetland vegetation, and strategic waste bunkers that demand thoughtful play. The terrain offers a links-style feel, with windswept dunes and pristine conditioning. Signature holes include the risk-reward par-4 10th, a short but strategic test, and the challenging par-5 5th, which confronts golfers with a large waste bunker and water hazard. The overall playing experience is both invigorating and fair, offering a stern test for accomplished players while remaining enjoyable for those seeking a memorable round. Kiva Dunes is ideally suited for destination golfers and locals alike who appreciate a championship-caliber course with a distinctive coastal character and natural aesthetic.

Kirkwood National Golf Club

Holly Springs, MS

Step onto the greens of this Venice, Florida gem, where a round promises both challenge and charm. You'll discover a course that, despite its unknown architect, delivers a consistently enjoyable experience, perfect for the avid local golfer. The terrain offers a pleasant mix of open fairways and strategically placed water hazards, demanding thoughtful shot placement without overwhelming difficulty. This is not a championship course, but rather a reliable and well-maintained option for your regular game, offering excellent value and a friendly atmosphere. It’s ideal for players seeking a solid, unpretentious round, or those looking to refine their skills in a relaxed setting. Expect a layout that rewards precision over power, making it a favorite among those who appreciate a classic Florida golf experience.

Beau Rivage Golf & Marina

Biloxi, MS

The Preserve at Walnut Creek

Long Beach, MS

The Preserve at Walnut Creek is a Jerry Pate design in Long Beach, Mississippi, one of the top public courses on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The 7,100-yard, par-72 layout winds through a beautiful natural setting with mature hardwoods and strategic water hazards. Golf Advisor Golfers' Choice Award winner, The Preserve is consistently ranked among the best public values on the Gulf Coast and offers excellent conditioning throughout the season.

The Preserve Golf Club

Vancleave, MS

Jerry Pate design in the Mississippi coastal pines near Biloxi

Eagle's Nest Golf Course

Guntersville, AL

Price Range: $25 - $50

Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail (Lakewood - Senator)

Point Clear, AL

Windswept Dunes Golf Club

Freeport, FL

Jerry Pate semi-links design in Freeport, about 30 minutes from Destin. Challenging layout with coastal winds and natural dune terrain.

Bluewater Bay Golf Club

Niceville, FL

Tom Fazio and Jerry Pate collaborated on this 36-hole complex in Niceville. One of the Panhandle's best-kept secrets with excellent conditions.