NEWS

Mississippi's "Golf Coast" courses spared by Gustav, open for play

From Staff Reports

BILOXI, Miss. - The Mississippi "Golf Coast," which is the 60 miles of Gulf of Mexico coastline between Alabama and New Orleans, has grown into the mid-South's most popular golf destination.

All area golf courses were spared Tropical Storm Gustav's brutality and escaped only with heavy water and some clean up. Most golf courses are open today, and casino resorts have reopened their hotels and dining and entertainment venues. Golf courses in need of some extended clean-up will be open by Monday, Sept. 8.

Course review: The Bridges Golf Club Course review: Shell Landing Golf Club Mississippi Gulf Coast golf and fishing High-end hotels, golf courses with mid-range rates

With 22 golf courses, hundreds of coastal dining options, 11 casino resorts and great Gulf fishing, it is the only golf destination in the world to offer such a diverse number of things to do.

"Our thoughts go to our western neighbors, and we offer them our thoughts and support for a quick recovery," says Kevin Drum, MS Gulf Coast Golf Association executive director.

To get more information or to get a free official golf guide or free Golf Coast Vacation Package Quote, go to www.GolfCoast.com or call 866-383-GOLF.

Mississippi "Golf Coast" golf courses include:

Pine at Diamondhead Country Club: No damage, open.
Dogwood Hills Golf Course: No damage, open.
Gulf Hills Country Club: No damage, open.
Mississippi National Golf Club: No damage, open.
Shell Landing Golf Club: No damage, open.
Sunkist Country Club: No damage, open.
The Oaks Golf Club: No damage, open.
The Preserve Golf Club: No damage, open.
Great Southern Golf Club: No damage, nine holes open - 18 will be open Saturday, Sept. 6.
St. Andrews Golf Club: No damage, nine holes open - 18 will be open Saturday, Sept. 6.
Pass Christian Isles Golf Club: No damage, open.
The Bridges Golf Club: No damage, will be open.
Cardinal at Diamondhead Country Club: No damage, open.
Grand Bear Golf Course: No damage, open.
Windance Country Club: No damage, open.

September 5, 2008

Any opinions expressed above are those of the writer and do not necessarily represent the views of the management. The information in this story was accurate at the time of publication. All contact information, directions and prices should be confirmed directly with the golf course or resort before making reservations and/or travel plans.