Florence Golf Links

They had just plugged and sanded the greens, give it a couple of weeks and it will be in awesome shape!

I've played Florence Golf Links (Sandpines) many times before. While I do love the layout and the course itself, sadly, the whole experience was immensely disappointing.

There is a short uphill drive to the clubhouse off of 35th St. As the clubhouse came into view my initial thoughts were "Is this place still open?" Gosh, the parking lot and exterior of the clubhouse are in great disrepair. Overgrown shrubbery, old chipped paint all over the clubhouse exterior and no sense of pride in the property at all.

Inside the clubhouse was just as barren. Premade sandwiches and bottles of soda are really the only food options as the bar and grill is closed (form what I hear, it's been closed for many years now). The walk to the men's restroom inside the clubhouse was dark and cold. The main entrance to this once grand building has been locked shut with an iron bar placed across the handles of the door to prevent exit/entry. The pro shop is barely stocked with any merchandise at all (Not even a ball with the logo of the course).

The course itself was OK. Bunkers are some of the worst in area. fairways are thin, but I guess that is what a links course is, eh? Greens were better than most, however.

Overall, I can never complain about a round of golf but i might think twice about coming back to Sandpines, especially at the high summer rates of over $100.

Sad to see the decline of a course with such great history and promise.

Fairways a little wet but it’s winter and rainy.Greens still fast and true.

Nice long course with room. Conditions were cool and crisp. Course in great shape.

Considering all the rain in the last two weeks and even this morning the course is in great shape. Especially the greens. Welcoming staff. Michael I think. Great lay-out. Highly recommend.

From the staff to the golf course this is a very excellent choice. I have my fingers crossed the the restaurant and bar will reopen soon this will really help finish the experience. I love Florence golf links, Did I mention Nik as head pro none better.

The course has come along so far the past 2 years. If you haven't played it lately, you are missing out!

Florence golf links is the beast choice of golf in Florence, OR. Course conditions are fantastic for winter golf.
Fairways, Greens, this golf course is hard to beat, From the staff to the greens crew all are very professional.

Living in the Eugene/Springfield area we tend to play Tokatee in the late spring, summer and fall. We usually buy a links card and depending on the weather, try to get out to FGL once a week. Last winter and spring the weather so bad we never made it out to you. Previous years it worked out well for us as we really enjoy playing FGL. I didn't rate the off-course amenities as because of covid and staffing issues, the restaurant wasn't open and we had to go into town to eat. Otherwise, great course.

Frost delay so they started us on the back 9. I highly recommend playing this course this way whenever possible! I feel that the front 9 is a lot better protected from the wind so playing the front 9 later in the afternoon actually led to about 5 strokes better than my usual score here.

Side note; the course was in phenomenal shape and greens were immaculate; smooth, quick (but not ridiculous) and true. The ball broke on the line you saw.

Enjoyed this layout. Green speed up in the low teens and a challenge to read for a first timer. Pro shop staff (Chris) was great.

This is one of my “go to” courses when RV’ing thru So Oregon. It’s in great shape & is a good test of one’s golf game (it’ll punish poorly placed shots). It’s a links layout - hit it off the grass & you’ll loose your expensive ProV1! I recently played 2 rounds there. My only complaint is the slow pace of play (4.5 + hrs per round)! This was in the AM on a Thurs & Sat in October.

Nice course. In good condition, greens were cut for a fairly quick pace. Several holes with doglegs right or left. Overall a fun and mostly forgiving course. Give it a try.