
The Refuge Golf Course
The Refuge Golf Course in Flowood, Mississippi, delivers a well-maintained 18-hole public layout that blends approachable play with strategic challenges. Featuring lush fairways, inviting greens, and scenic water hazards, it welcomes golfers of all skill levels to enjoy a quality golf experience with modern amenities.
Course Overview
Set in the heart of Flowood, Mississippi, The Refuge Golf Course offers a refreshing departure from the everyday, presenting an 18-hole public layout that balances challenge and accessibility. The course's design invites golfers of all levels to navigate its well-maintained fairways and thoughtfully contoured greens, which consistently earn praise for their quality and responsiveness. Water hazards come into play strategically, creating both visual interest and tactical decisions that reward well-placed tee shots and precise approaches. The Refuge’s generous fairways provide room for less experienced players to find their rhythm, while the variety of pin placements ensures that low-handicap competitors remain tested throughout.
Amid rolling terrain and mature trees, the course benefits from a scenic setting that enhances each hole without overwhelming the play. The natural elements, including subtle elevation changes and occasional breezes, encourage careful shot selection, while the absence of overly punitive hazards reinforces the welcoming atmosphere. The clubhouse complements the course with a friendly staff and modern amenities, including a full-service restaurant and bar that extend the experience beyond the fairways. A practice area featuring a driving range, chipping green, and putting green allows players to warm up or fine-tune aspects of their game before or after a round.
Golf carts equipped with GPS provide convenience without detracting from the course’s walking-friendly layout, and beverage cart service adds a touch of comfort during play. With a layout that can be completed in approximately three hours on a good day, The Refuge suits golfers seeking both brisk rounds and leisurely afternoons. Though pace of play at times requires patience, the combination of conditioning, course design, and welcoming staff makes The Refuge a solid choice for local golfers and visitors alike. Whether hosting business outings, casual rounds with friends, or family golf days, this Mississippi gem offers a compelling blend of scenery, playability, and hospitality.
Course Highlights
The Refuge offers a scenic layout characterized by water hazards punctuating several holes and generous fairways that accommodate a wide range of skill sets. Its well-conditioned bentgrass greens provide a smooth putting surface, and the course’s practice facilities include a driving range, chipping, and putting areas. The golf carts come equipped with GPS to aid navigation, and on-course beverage service enhances the playing experience. The course's balance of challenge and playability makes it a preferred destination for locals and visitors alike.
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Guest Reviews
Mo Jamila
The Refuge is one of the best public courses in Mississippi. Beautifully maintained with a layout that’s both challenging and fun. The fairways are in great shape, the greens roll true, and the scenery is fantastic, especially around the water hazards. Staff is always helpful and friendly, and the clubhouse and nearby resort make the whole experience feel premium. Whether you're a serious golfer or just out for a casual round, The Refuge is definitely worth the visit!
Jeff Shrode
Staff in the club house were great. Young lady in the bar food area was very attentive. The fairways fair and were nice with not very many bare spots. Lots of water.Greens were great and putted well and true. Not real fond of the aqua driving range but ok. Nice carts with GPS. Definitely will return here.
Lakeland Glass & Tint
Resort style! Course is kept in great shape. Staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. We enjoy rounds here with friends as well as taking business clients for a day of golf. Nice practice facility with driving range, chipping green and putting green. Nice restaurant with plenty of drinking food options plus on course beverage service. Great place for family, friends and business
jay nations
We had a 9:20 Saturday T time. 3 of us were able to play all 18 in 3hrs 15min. Course was in great shape with the greens rolling a little slower than normal but in great shape. Cart girl was real nice and visited us about 4 times during the round. I will continue to support this course.
Devin Jones
Refuge Golf Course is in excellent condition—lush fairways, well-maintained greens, and a scenic layout that makes for an enjoyable round of golf. The staff was welcoming, and the overall experience reflected a high level of care and quality. My only critique is the lack of a course marshal to help manage pace of play. Slow play from novice golfers created long delays and disrupted the flow of the round. With a marshal actively monitoring and guiding pace, this course would easily be a five-star experience. No one wants a 6 hour round or only finish 14-15 holes if you paid for 18. Still, if you’re looking for a beautiful and well-kept course to enjoy a day on the links, Refuge won’t disappoint.
TJ Werre
The course is absolutely fantastic shape. I can't recommend it enough.
Perry Sanderford
The course is in perfect condition. The greens were smooth as carpet. Flow was ideal as we played fairly early. All was a very positive experience......except my score!
Denny Hayles
Course is always in excellent condition! Just wish they would speed up the greens a bit.
Darryl Smith
Upsetting course dont open til 8, seems they would make an exception during hot summer months and have 1st tee time at 7, every other course opens at 7
Devin Jones
Refuge Golf Course is in excellent condition—lush fairways, well-maintained greens, and a scenic layout that makes for an enjoyable round of golf. The staff was welcoming, and the overall experience reflected a high level of care and quality. My only critique is the lack of a course marshal to help manage pace of play. Slow play from novice golfers created long delays and disrupted the flow of the round. With a marshal actively monitoring and guiding pace, this course would easily be a five-star experience. No one wants a 6 hour round or only finish 14-15 holes if you paid for 18. Still, if you’re looking for a beautiful and well-kept course to enjoy a day on the links, Refuge won’t disappoint.
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Course Details
Access & Location
2100 Refuge Blvd, Flowood, MS 39232, USA
Full-service clubhouse with restaurant, bar, and pro shop
Walking allowed; terrain is moderate with some elevation changes, recommend sturdy golf shoes for comfort
Open to all golfers with advance tee time reservations recommended on weekends