East Lake Golf Club
- Par
- 70
- Yardage
- 7,385yds
- Holes
- 18
- Opened
- 1904
- Access
- Private
- Design
- Classic
History
East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta, where Bobby Jones learned to play golf, is one of the most historically significant courses in American golf. Donald Ross reworked the layout in 1914, and Jones honed his game to near perfection here as a child and young man. The club fell into disrepair in the 1990s before a sweeping philanthropic revival initiated by Tom Cousins restored both the course and the surrounding neighborhood. Rees Jones renovated the course in 1994, and East Lake now annually hosts the Tour Championship — the PGA Tour's season-ending FedEx Cup finale.
Signature Hole
9th hole, par 4, 458 yards — a long rolling par-4 over East Lake itself where Bobby Jones first fell in love with golf
Notable Tournaments
- Tour Championship (annual, since 2004)
In the context of the top 100
Where this course sits against every ranked course on the list.
Frequently asked questions
Is East Lake Golf Club public or private?
East Lake Golf Club is a private club. Play is generally limited to members and their accompanied guests.
Who designed East Lake Golf Club?
East Lake Golf Club was designed by Tom Bendelow (original), Donald Ross (redesign 1914), Rees Jones (renovation 1994) and opened in 1904.
Where does East Lake Golf Club rank among the top golf courses in America?
East Lake Golf Club ranks #58 on our consensus ranking of America's 100 greatest golf courses, synthesized from Golf Digest, Golfweek, and GOLF Magazine.
What is the signature hole at East Lake Golf Club?
The signature hole at East Lake Golf Club is the 9th hole, par 4, 458 yards — a long rolling par-4 over East Lake itself where Bobby Jones first fell in love with golf.