Island Pointe Golf Club
Island Pointe Golf Club offers a refreshing 18-hole challenge along the French Broad River in Kodak, Tennessee. Featuring water-integrated holes and strategic bunkering, it caters to golfers seeking a blend of visual interest and practical playability across varied terrain.
Course Overview
Island Pointe Golf Club presents an engaging challenge for golfers seeking a dynamic experience just outside Kodak, Tennessee. This 18-hole course blends water features and thoughtful routing to create a layout that is both stimulating and approachable. Designed primarily as a public course, Island Pointe welcomes players who appreciate a variety of hole designs that reward strategic shot-making.
Set along the gentle curves of the French Broad River, the course benefits from a natural backdrop where water comes into play on several holes without becoming overwhelming. Players encounter multiple holes that flirt with the river’s edge, encouraging cautious accuracy off the tee, while a scattering of well-positioned bunkers guard the greens. The course offers a mixture of longer par 4s and shorter, punchy par 3s, including a few over-water approaches that add visual intrigue and test precision.
The terrain maintains a subtle elevation shift, providing varied sightlines and shaping opportunities that keep each hole fresh and engaging. Island Pointe eases players into its rhythm with straightforward opening holes but adds strategic complexity as the round progresses. The layout’s mix of risk-reward options makes it suitable for mid- to high-handicap players, while low handicappers will find ample opportunity to sharpen their iron game.
Course conditions have fluctuated due to seasonal weather events, but recent efforts indicate a commitment to upkeep, with particular attention to green speed and turf health when weather permits. Walkers will appreciate the mostly flat cart paths and the manageable length of the round, though some terrain underfoot may require sturdy shoes. On-course amenities include a centrally located food truck near the ninth and tenth holes, adding convenience without disrupting play.
Island Pointe Golf Club strikes a balance between scenic enjoyment and practical playability. It offers a friendly atmosphere that rewards patience and smart play, making it an appealing stop for golf travelers and locals alike. Those planning a visit should be prepared for some blind tee shots and variable pace of play, especially during peak times, but the natural setting and thoughtful design deliver a satisfying round that invites return trips.
Course Highlights
Island Pointe’s routing incorporates multiple holes that play alongside or over the French Broad River, demanding precise distance control and course management. Several par 3s present water carry challenges, while bunkers are strategically placed to protect approaches and greens. The natural riverbank and mature tree lines frame the course, creating a distinctive setting uncommon in the region. Although not tied to a famous architect, the course’s layout emphasizes strategic decision-making over pure length, rewarding thoughtful shot selection.
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Guest Reviews
Peter Prestigiacomo
Fantastic layout and fun to play. Overall very good conditions other than the greens playing a bit slower than I like. Some great backdrops and fun par 3’s over the river. Definitely on my permanent list of courses to play when I visit the area.
Kyle Bialek
Such a fun track. Kudos to the grounds for keeping it up to speed. Not an easy course to maintain. Bring your iron game and play smart, she will reward you. Dec 28 2023 late review.
DANIEL NICELY
Maggie and James Day
Shane Little
worse golf experience i’ve ever had. first, they said to even book a teetime on the weekend you had to prepay on the phone. I explain that i will pay for 2 people but we will have 4 players. when we arrive 4 days later they had paired us up with some other two people and the guy behind the desk starts literally hollering at me, saying he was trying to help me. I was explaining we had driven along way to play. had it booked for days. then, when we get to the starter we explain they had sold our other players spots so they was moving a time slot around. he said the guy came to explain it to him. so he proceeds to try to offend me by calling the lady with me my grand daughter. i’m 45 years old. she is 42. it was obvious he was doing it on purpose. then the ranger starts telling us to hurry up on hole 4. when the whole course was oversold and backed up party to party. then follows us from hole to hole. by hole 6 i’m asking for a refund. sprinklers on the greens with no motion sensors, which i feel was done on purpose. so you are putting while getting a shower. they are the only course within along way. the course isn’t in terrible shape and a fun layout. . one par 3 is literally all tees 42 yards away from the flag saying they had damage from a storm.which i understand. even the kid taking cart returns had a bad attitude. you could tell the whole place is a bunch of owners friends and family who can’t get fired. like someone is mad they invested in the place and taken it out on the patrons. we met 4 other groups talking about how rude the ranger is rushing shots, and telling everyone to hurry along. i’ve never posted a review until today. DO NOT RECOMMEND! whole place has terrible attitude. municipal courses in knoxville ran by the city is easier to deal with. We were literally waiting for the course to clear before every shot with the ranger telling us to hurry every shot. I have read through the reviews and it seems like the course likes to give a rebuttal. can’t wait for mine! trust me, every word i said is the truth.
Bruce Eckman
Course was in excellent condition with the exception of one hole (#3) but that was understandable due to flood. Course employees were all helpful and friendly. Will definitely play again.
Spencer Childers
The course itself is pretty cool and has a lot of challenges and water. Condition wise, it’s probably 6/10 but they are working to fix it after a storm. The staff inside were very nice and helpful. The owners seemed to be the ones working and you could tell they cared. Only a 3 star because our pace of play was 6hrs. Check on that. Otherwise, it’s a great course for a 15+ handicap. Under that you’d probably want something better.
john hill
Update on course 9/14/24: Course was in great shape. No complaint’s on course conditions. The only complaint I have,the ranger kept pushing my son and I on the first few holes. Not sure why, as we were a twosome and kept up with the foursome in front of us. I think the owner or managers foursome was behind us and they had to wait. It’s kinda hard to play fast when there are several groups in front holding everyone up. He made the group in front of us let us pass. He didn’t push any groups in front of them, as we then ended up behind a threesome that was being held up by another foursome. Not sure why he was pushing us so hard. It’s not like anyone was going anywhere anytime soon. The course was wide open that afternoon. That is the only complaint I had about the course. He was still friendly, just pushing us for no apparent reason. I still recommend playing this course. This is a great golf course. The staff was very friendly. Course was in great shape. Greens were fast. Plenty of water around the course but not all of it was in play. Plenty of blind tee shots. The only issue I really seen was the bridges need a little work. There is no turn which is ok. They have a food truck between holes 9,10 and 12. I do recommend playing here if you’re in the area. Played 8/9/22.
Shane Little
worse golf experience i’ve ever had. first, they said to even book a teetime on the weekend you had to prepay on the phone. I explain that i will pay for 2 people but we will have 4 players. when we arrive 4 days later they had paired us up with some other two people and the guy behind the desk starts literally hollering at me, saying he was trying to help me. I was explaining we had driven along way to play. had it booked for days. then, when we get to the starter we explain they had sold our other players spots so they was moving a time slot around. he said the guy came to explain it to him. so he proceeds to try to offend me by calling the lady with me my grand daughter. i’m 45 years old. she is 42. it was obvious he was doing it on purpose. then the ranger starts telling us to hurry up on hole 4. when the whole course was oversold and backed up party to party. then follows us from hole to hole. by hole 6 i’m asking for a refund. sprinklers on the greens with no motion sensors, which i feel was done on purpose. so you are putting while getting a shower. they are the only course within along way. the course isn’t in terrible shape and a fun layout. . one par 3 is literally all tees 42 yards away from the flag saying they had damage from a storm.which i understand. even the kid taking cart returns had a bad attitude. you could tell the whole place is a bunch of owners friends and family who can’t get fired. like someone is mad they invested in the place and taken it out on the patrons. we met 4 other groups talking about how rude the ranger is rushing shots, and telling everyone to hurry along. i’ve never posted a review until today. DO NOT RECOMMEND! whole place has terrible attitude. municipal courses in knoxville ran by the city is easier to deal with. We were literally waiting for the course to clear before every shot with the ranger telling us to hurry every shot. I have read through the reviews and it seems like the course likes to give a rebuttal. can’t wait for mine! trust me, every word i said is the truth.
Luke Howard
Good course in a nice setting reasonable priced
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Course Details
Access & Location
9610 Kodak Rd, Kodak, TN 37764, USA
Main clubhouse with pro shop and refreshments
Walking is permitted with carts encouraged for comfort; course features a mix of flat and gentle rolling terrain, with some areas requiring supportive footwear.
Open to all players; tee time reservations recommended on weekends and holidays
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