Alabama
Shoal Creek
PrivateAn invitation-only Jack Nicklaus design southeast of Birmingham that hosted the PGA Championship in 1984 (Lee Trevino) and 1990 (Wayne Grady), plus the U.S. Amateur, U.S. Junior Amateur and the 2018 U.S. Women's Open. Its 1990 membership controversy reshaped tournament-host inclusion policies across golf.
Architect
Jack Nicklaus
Opened
1977
Private club — usually members & guests only. Here for inspiration; check access before planning.
Build a trip
Build a trip around Shoal Creek
We'll pair it with great playable courses around Birmingham metro (Shelby County).
- HeroShoal CreekPrivate
- Stop 2Craft Farms Golf Club – Cotton CreekResort
- Stop 3FarmLinks at Pursell FarmsResort
Tweak the stops, dates and crew after — nothing's locked in.
More courses around Birmingham metro (Shelby County)
- Craft Farms Golf Club – Cotton CreekGulf Shores, ALView →
- FarmLinks at Pursell FarmsSylacauga, ALView →
- Kiva Dunes Golf ClubGulf Shores, ALView →
- Lakewood Golf Club at the Grand Hotel – Dogwood CoursePoint Clear, ALView →
- Limestone Springs Golf ClubOneonta, ALView →
- Peninsula Golf & Racquet ClubGulf Shores, ALView →
Course facts are a directory for planning — confirm tee times and access with the course.